CHANDI ASHA
PROFESSIONAL TRAUMA + LIFE COACH
TRAUMA INFORMED HEALING
It is time to break the chains of your past and live authentically
What is trauma?
Trauma is the emotional and psychological response to deeply distressing or disturbing events that overwhelm an individual’s ability to cope. It can stem from experiences like abuse, loss, accidents, or even ongoing stress, leaving lasting imprints on the mind and body. Trauma affects how we see ourselves, others, and the world, often leading to feelings of fear, shame, or disconnection. Healing from trauma involves understanding its impact, building resilience, and finding ways to reconnect with a sense of safety and wholeness.
What is generational trauma?
Generational trauma, also known as intergenerational or ancestral trauma, refers to the psychological and emotional wounds passed down from one generation to the next. These can stem from unresolved pain, hardships, or patterns of behavior experienced by previous generations, such as abuse, oppression, or significant loss. Without intervention, these traumas can influence family dynamics, beliefs, and coping mechanisms. Healing generational trauma involves breaking cycles, cultivating awareness, and creating healthier patterns for future generations.
What is C-PTSD?
Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) is a condition that arises from prolonged exposure to repetitive or chronic trauma, often occurring in environments where escape feels impossible, such as during childhood abuse, neglect, or domestic violence. Unlike PTSD, which is typically linked to a single traumatic event, C-PTSD involves ongoing emotional and psychological harm, leading to symptoms like intense emotional dysregulation, feelings of worthlessness, difficulty trusting others, and challenges in forming healthy relationships. Healing from C-PTSD requires a compassionate approach that addresses both the underlying trauma and the patterns it has created, empowering individuals to reclaim their sense of safety and self-worth.
What happens when trauma is left untreated?
Long-term symptoms of untreated childhood trauma can profoundly impact emotional, mental, and physical well-being. These symptoms often include chronic anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, and difficulty forming and maintaining healthy relationships. Individuals may also struggle with trust, experience feelings of shame or worthlessness, or develop unhealthy coping mechanisms such as substance use or self-isolation. Physically, untreated trauma can lead to chronic stress-related conditions, such as fatigue, headaches, or weakened immune function. Addressing childhood trauma through healing and self-awareness can help break these patterns, fostering resilience and emotional freedom.
How to heal your trauma through coaching?
Healing trauma through coaching involves a collaborative, forward-focused approach that empowers individuals to address the emotional and psychological wounds holding them back. A skilled coach creates a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their experiences, identify limiting beliefs, and uncover the root causes of their struggles. Through guided reflection, practical tools, and personalized strategies, coaching helps clients develop emotional resilience, rebuild self-trust, and create healthier habits. This process focuses on action and growth, enabling individuals to move beyond their trauma and step into a life of confidence, purpose, and self-compassion.