Blue Heron Therapy KC
Shelly Brooks, LPC
trauma-informed care for mental health support,
healing, and empowerment
Shelly Brooks, LPC
trauma-informed care for mental health support,
healing, and empowerment
Do you feel powerless or alone sometimes?
Is your child struggling with anxiety or school concerns?
Have you have lost touch with yourself?
I can help you navigate a path for healing and empowerment.
I recognize people cope with trauma and stress in different ways. Studies have found that childhood trauma can affect your health today. And, research in neuroscience teaches us more and more about the brain-body connections — how our flight, fight, or freeze reactions affect our short-term and long-term health. Together, we can explore the trauma and emotions and begin a journey for a healthier you. Together, we can find healthy methods to address and cope with the difficulties whether they are current or from your childhood.
I recognize systemic injustices prohibit people from getting basic needs met and can cause daily trauma. This is not something one person can change. However, together, we can explore how the oppression and injustices impact your well-being as well as possible steps for empowerment.
As a parent, former teacher, and a caregiver for elderly parents, I know the stresses of balancing work and family life. I am aware that parents and caregivers do not always have enough support. I have experience working with school age students including teens, survivors of domestic violence, people impacted by incarceration, and survivors of child abuse.
Together, we will build on your strengths to navigate a path for a more hopeful and empowered you.