By Meagan Fisk-Jordan, Registered Provisional Psychologist at Kells Psychology & RESET: Journey Facilitator
If you’ve experienced trauma, you understand how all-consuming it can be. So, when I say, “I love working with trauma,” I fully understand how absurd that sounds. Trauma represents terrible and overwhelming experiences—how could anyone “love” working in that area? Yet it’s precisely because of these complexities that I find this work so meaningful, and I’m excited to share why.
The Reality of Trauma Work
Trauma, unfortunately, is often part of life. At Kells Psychology, we’ve developed a reputation for having therapists who specialize in trauma work. This has given me the opportunity to work with numerous clients experiencing trauma’s effects. Through this work, I’ve discovered that helping people navigate these difficult waters has become my professional passion.
The RESET program that we offer artfully and mindfully addresses multiple dimensions of trauma:
- What trauma actually is
- Why trauma impacts us so deeply
- Where in our bodies trauma affects us (spoiler alert: everywhere!)
- How to begin reclaiming your life
Witnessing Transformation
When facilitating RESET: Journey, I have the privilege of looking into the faces of vulnerable yet courageous individuals. These are people who aren’t just ready for change—they’re actively seeking and implementing it. This might be why working with trauma has quickly become my favorite area of practice.
The clients who participate in our RESET program approach the process with openness and determination. They eagerly apply the tools offered and embrace new knowledge. In complete transparency, I see the most significant and rapid change in clients who have experienced trauma and engage with our RESET program.
The Magic of Readiness Meeting Resources
Something remarkable happens when a prepared and willing client connects with a program like RESET: Journey. The growth I witness is nothing short of incredible. Sometimes it’s simple grounding techniques that help clients remain present in the “here and now.” Other times, it’s interpersonal skills that identify areas for growth and connection.
Most profoundly, though, it’s watching how RESET participants learn to offer themselves grace and acceptance as they travel through their personal journeys. This self-compassion often catalyzes the most meaningful change.
The Ripple Effect
Life can be tremendously difficult and certainly isn’t fair. I feel genuinely honored to help people navigate some of the toughest times they’ll ever face. What’s even more rewarding is witnessing how these participants then share their newfound knowledge with others in their lives. The mental health wealth they gain doesn’t stay contained—it radiates outward to everyone around them.
This ripple effect might be the most beautiful aspect of the work. Each person who heals becomes a potential source of healing for others, creating an expanding circle of understanding and resilience.
So yes, I love working with trauma—not because of the pain it causes, but because of the profound healing I get to witness and support. There’s nothing quite like watching someone reclaim their power after feeling it was lost forever.