Service members often carry invisible wounds that can shape their thoughts, emotions, nervous system,
and relationships long after the uniform comes off.

Feeling constantly on alert
Emotional numbness or shutdown
Irritability or anger
Trouble sleeping or nightmares
Pulling away from loved ones
Feeling disconnected from civilian life
Difficulty relaxing
Guilt, shame, or self-blame
Flashbacks or trauma triggers





Understand trauma responses
Communicate without triggering conflict
Rebuild trust and closeness
Support emotional regulation
Navigate the transition home.
Reconnect after long absences or service-related injuries.

Mitzi Mitchell, BSW, MSW

Carolyn Hauser, MA, RCT

Julia Oguzer, M.A.

Sumi Iqbal M.A.
Counselling Psychology

What PTSD actually is
Operational stress vs. trauma
Why triggers feel so overwhelming
Grounding tools for hypervigilance
Scripts for reconnecting with family
How EMDR supports trauma recovery
When therapy is needed

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