Wisconsin Trauma Therapy
WoodFire Counseling
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Welcome to WoodFire Counseling
Hello, my name is Kayla Easland. I’m a Wisconsin therapist helping people heal from trauma.
After obtaining my Bachelor’s degree from UW-Madison, I became a first responder for about three years which ended in me leaving on my own healing journey. I later obtained my Master’s degree in marriage and family therapy and started my own practice to help others heal from trauma and childhood trauma. I use a client-centered approach drawing from several theories including interpersonal process, somatic experiencing and emotionally focused therapy.
What is Trauma?
What is Childhood Trauma?
Trauma has you saying, “I get triggered so easily”, “the images keep replaying in my mind”, or “I feel so disconnected from myself”. Every one’s experience and reaction to trauma is different. In short, trauma is an experience of distressing or stressful events that feels outside of our control or difficult to cope with. We may struggle to deal with the big emotions that come from such a traumatic event. And that’s totally normal. Experiencing trauma shouldn’t be normal. Trauma can be experienced from a young age, through adulthood, and into old age. It could be an experience in the work place, bullying, sexual assault, poverty, discrimination, war, or violence in the community. Trauma can cause lasting adverse effects on mental, physical, emotional and/or spiritual well-being. If symptoms persist for long periods of time, PTSD may develop (see here for more information from Mayo Clinic).
Trauma, particularly childhood trauma, can be deeply distressing or disturbing experiences that occur during early childhood. These experiences could be one time events or a series of events from a child directly experiencing the event or having unmet needs from a parent or caregiver who is affected by their own trauma. These experiences can create patterns of behavior and limiting beliefs that persist into adulthood. Individuals who have faced childhood trauma may feel overwhelmed emotionally and often struggle with feelings of being disconnected from themselves and others. This can often lead people into struggling to form healthy relationships and lead a fulfilling life.
FAQs
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This is a great question and honestly, I appreciate it. Your healing journey is ALL yours, meaning you get to decide what effort you put in and who you allow to help guide you. While I can't guarantee that after the consult you'll want to work with me, I can promise you a few things. As a therapist, I show up authentically as myself. I am dedicated to creating a safe and understanding environment enabling you to also show up as yourself. What we talk about is up to you. Life isn't perfect and we've all had our own experiences that shape who we are. In working with me I want you to be honest and feel safe with taking uncomfortable steps in your own healing journey.
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After the consultation we may decide that we are a good fit for your therapy journey. We will set up an intake session in which we will go over in more detail what your goals are in therapy, some history and background and answer any additional questions that you may have.
In the following sessions we will continue to get comfortable with each other and explore areas related to your goals. This can often lead us to opening up new areas to explore. The important thing to remember is that you are in control of your own healing journey. You choose what you bring to therapy. If you have any more questions about the process, don't hesitate to fill out the contact form below.
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Please note that WoodFire Counseling is an out-of-network provider, meaning we use your out of network benefits for therapy services. The best way to check for out-of-network benefits is by calling the number on the back of your insurance card.
A few things to note on going out-of-network:
You're in charge. Insurance in-network can dictate the frequency and amount of time that you spend in therapy taking away from the care that you may actually want and/or need.
More accessible. I can get you in within the week meaning no long waitlist and the potential to be seen sooner. When you email, I'm the one to respond.
More individualized care. Your journey with me will be more individualized and focused. Although there are many wonderful in-network providers, typically in-network providers need to see more people, leaving the therapist overwhelmed and exhausted. Staying out of network allows for more time and thought about you after the session and more education.
Increased confidentiality. Insurance companies can often audit client's charts and require oversight of the work we are doing together. Going out-of-network allows our work together to remain between us.
Start Your Healing Journey
It’s time to heal from the past. Trauma and childhood trauma doesn’t have to hold you back. I’m here to support you in experiencing joy and fulfillment again.
