Childhood trauma teaches kids early on that life is dangerous. The very homes that are supposed to be havens of happiness and support, instead are war zones. Their internal alarm is constantly getting tripped, knocking their Cerebral Cortex off-line, inducing extreme feelings of terror, but leaving few resources to deal with those overwhelming feelings.

The hard work of healing from past trauma becomes worth it when you feel yourself moving through the days with confidence and hope instead of spending all your energy trying to find a way to avoid more pain. It becomes worth it when you’re no longer hiding in shame but choosing to give and receive grace.

When you’ve been deeply hurt by the people who were meant to love and protect you, it can be nearly impossible to trust again. That’s why being trauma-trained takes such high priority at NAOMI. Our community support specialists are committed to the process. No matter how long, no matter how bumpy, they’re here for it.