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Therapy for Adults Navigating Trauma in Raleigh, NC | Sara Forcella
Some experiences feel tangled, overwhelming, or hard to put into words. Many of my clients grew up with caregivers who were emotionally unavailable or inconsistent.
Therapy can help you untangle these experiences, rebuild trust in yourself, and create relationships that feel safe, authentic, and connected.
A Space That Honors All Parts of You
I work with adults navigating trauma — whether it’s a single event that still feels overwhelming or long-term patterns from relational stress. I specialize in EMDR therapy for CPTSD, relational trauma, and other complex experiences, integrating trauma-informed care and often Internal Family Systems (IFS) techniques when helpful. I provide a culturally humble, LGBTQ+ affirming, body-neutral, pro-reproductive-freedom space where you’re fully seen, respected, and supported in moving from coping to thriving.
You might resonate if you’re experiencing:
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Growing up with emotionally immature or inconsistent caregivers
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Single-event trauma (accidents, assaults, medical trauma, loss, or other overwhelming experiences)
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Repeating relationship patterns that feel hard to break
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Anxiety, self-doubt, or chronic people-pleasing
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Lingering shame, guilt, or self-criticism
Therapy here is strengths-based and collaborative — we notice what’s already working, try new ways forward, and celebrate progress along the way. I work with adults in Raleigh, Cary, Chapel Hill, Durham, and Charlotte, and also offer secure telehealth sessions statewide in North Carolina.
Let’s Be Real — Finding Your Therapist is All About The Vibes
You’ll know we work well together if:
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You want someone organized and intentional
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You want a therapist who is human, yet boundaried
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You want someone highly skilled in EMDR therapy, using it as the foundation of your work — not just talk-based sessions
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You want a therapist who is gentle and collaborative
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You’re ready to explore the deeper, longstanding experiences that shape your life
If this feels like your kind of space — we’re likely a good fit
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Therapy Approaches
I use a combination of evidence-based and relational approaches to meet you where you are, including:
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EMDR Therapy — my core approach for processing experiences that feel stuck or overwhelming (learn more →)
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Attachment-focused therapy — to understand relational patterns and build healthier connections
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Internal Family Systems (IFS / parts work) — to care for all parts of yourself and explore inner dynamics
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Somatic approaches — to reconnect with your body and regulate emotions
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Skills from ACT, DBT, and CBT — for emotional regulation, cognitive flexibility, and self-compassion
Sessions are paced for you, and therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all.