Trauma Therapy & EMDR Counseling in Rexburg and Pocatello, Idaho
Healing from trauma takes courage—but you don’t have to do it alone. At Greenstone Counseling, we provide trauma therapy and EMDR counseling in Pocatello, Rexburg, and across Southeast Idaho to help you recover from painful experiences and reconnect with safety, trust, and hope.
What Is Trauma?
Trauma is more than a painful memory—it’s how overwhelming experiences shape your brain, body, and nervous system. It can result from single events such as accidents, assaults, or medical emergencies, or from long-term stress like childhood neglect, abuse, or domestic violence.
At Greenstone Counseling in Rexburg and Pocatello, we define trauma as “anything that’s too much, too fast, too soon—or not enough for too long.” Trauma isn’t just about what happened to you—it’s about how your body and mind responded.
How Trauma Affects the Brain
During a traumatic event, your brain’s survival system activates. The amygdala floods your body with stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, which can overpower your “thinking brain.”
This can lead to symptoms such as:
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Feeling on edge or unsafe even in safe environments
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Flashbacks or intrusive memories
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Difficulty concentrating or sleeping
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Feeling “stuck” in fight, flight, or freeze mode
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, trauma can physically change the brain’s structure—especially when experienced early in life.
How Trauma Affects the Body
Trauma often lives in the body as well as the mind. When the nervous system stays in a heightened state, you may experience:
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Chronic pain or fatigue
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Digestive issues or inflammation
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Panic attacks, chest tightness, or shortness of breath
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Feeling numb, disconnected, or “outside” your body
That’s why trauma treatment at Greenstone Counseling goes beyond talking—it’s about helping your mind and body find balance again.
How Trauma Counseling Helps
Our trauma-informed therapists in Rexburg and Pocatello provide a safe and supportive environment where you can process experiences at your own pace. Together, we’ll help you:
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Build trust and emotional safety
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Learn grounding and regulation techniques
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Reprocess painful memories without retraumatization
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Reconnect with your emotions and body
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Reclaim your sense of peace and confidence
Many clients also benefit from related support like anxiety counseling, depression therapy, or couples counseling when trauma affects relationships.
EMDR and Other Effective Trauma Therapies
At Greenstone Counseling, we use evidence-based trauma treatment tailored to your needs:
EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
A proven trauma therapy that uses guided eye movements or tapping to help your brain reprocess traumatic memories and reduce emotional triggers.
We offer EMDR counseling in both Pocatello and Rexburg with certified EMDR-trained therapists.
Somatic Therapy
Focuses on body awareness and nervous system regulation to help release trauma stored in the body.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Helps you recognize and shift unhelpful thoughts that stem from trauma.
Mindfulness & Grounding Techniques
Train your brain to stay in the present and manage anxiety or flashbacks.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Supports healing by connecting with and integrating the protective “parts” of yourself shaped by trauma.
Start Trauma Counseling in Pocatello or Rexburg Today
Whether you’re healing from childhood trauma, complex PTSD, or recent loss, our team is here to help.
We provide:
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In-person trauma and EMDR therapy in Pocatello and Rexburg, Idaho
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Secure online counseling throughout Southeast Idaho
📍 Serving Eastern & Southeast Idaho
📞 Call 208-261-2131
👉 Contact Greenstone Counseling to begin your trauma healing journey