Trauma Therapy Approaches
Integrating Innovative Trauma-Informed Therapies
Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Through decades of clinical experience, personal therapy and advanced specialist training, Dr Millia uses evidence-based and emerging trauma-informed approaches according to each person’s needs.
Why Do Some Reactions Keep Happening Despite Therapy?
Some emotional and physical responses occur automatically and outside conscious awareness. This can explain why a person may understand their experiences very well but still feel triggered, shut down or overwhelmed.
“I don’t know where this comes from.”
“There’s no clear memory.”
“This feels older than logic.”
Traumatic responses are not limited to conscious thoughts or memories. Early or overwhelming experiences can shape automatic patterns of threat, protection and emotional response.
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Book at First Psychiatry ClinicWhat Is the Difference Between Talking Therapy and Trauma Therapy?
Talking therapies and trauma-focused therapies can both be valuable, but they place emphasis on different aspects of experience.
Talking Therapy
- Works with thoughts, beliefs, emotions and meaning.
- Uses conversation, reflection and the therapeutic relationship.
- Can build insight and understanding of patterns.
Trauma-Focused Therapy
- May work with memories, emotions, body sensations and defensive responses.
- Can include both reflective “top-down” and body-informed “bottom-up” approaches.
- Aims to help integrate traumatic experiences with present-day understanding and safety.
When someone understands their difficulties intellectually but their body or emotions continue to react as though danger is still present, a more integrated trauma-focused approach may be helpful.
Trauma Therapy Approaches
Different trauma therapies work in different ways. The most appropriate approach depends on your symptoms, history, nervous system responses and treatment goals.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR helps process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity using structured trauma processing and bilateral stimulation.
Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR)
DBR focuses on early orienting, shock and defensive responses associated with traumatic experiences.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
IFS helps people understand protective and vulnerable parts of themselves and develop a more compassionate internal relationship.
Frequently Asked Questions About Trauma Therapy
How do I know which therapy approach is right for me?
What is the difference between talking therapy and trauma-informed therapy?
Can therapy help if I don’t remember a specific traumatic event?
Are trauma therapies safe?
Do you integrate different therapy approaches?
How much does trauma therapy cost in Dubai?
Do you offer online trauma therapy sessions?
How do I book a trauma therapy session in Dubai?
What is the difference between psychiatry and psychology?
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Arrange a confidential consultation with Dr Millia Begum at First Psychiatry Clinic in Dubai.
Villa 975, Municipality 363856
Al Manara, Umm Suqeim 2
Dubai, UAE
Office: +971 4 221 6000
Email: info@firstpsychiatryclinics.com
About Dr. Millia
Dr. Millia Begum is a British-trained Consultant Psychiatrist and an expert trauma specialist with over 25 years of clinical experience in psychiatry and therapy.
She is an EMDRIA Certified Therapist™ and EMDRIA Approved Consultant™, a former EMDR researcher, and a former board member of the EMDR Association UK. She uses EMDR, Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) Therapy and is a Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapist . She brings a compassionate, parts-informed approach to her work with clients in Dubai.
PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATIONS
IFS Certified Therapist | EMDRIA Certified Therapist™ and EMDRIA Approved Consultant™|DBR Trained
