Complex Trauma happens with individuals who have multiple sources or a single source of trauma over a long period of time, typically occuring in childhood. There are long-term psychological effects resulting from tramatic experiences that impact current relational, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Examples of Complex Trauma: parental substance abuse or long term incarceration of a parent, childhood neglect or abandonment, chronic illness of self or a caregiver, and witnessing domestic violence.
The Complex Trauma Program is designed for teens and adults seeking healing and growth.
We have two different models for complex trauma counseling that are empirically based: 12 Star and EMDR.
If you are interested in complex trauma services, we invite you to contact us to discuss clinical fit, goals, and availability. Intake, informed consent, and clinical screening are required prior to participation.
Contact us to schedule an initial consultation or learn more about program availability. Our office # is 912-282-0992 or you can email at info@cotcs.org.
$150 per hour for session (self-pay). We are able to file some insurances
Typical counseling sessions occur 2x per month unless otherwise determined by counselor.
Complex Trauma Services Notice
Complex Trauma services are provided exclusively by licensed mental health professionals who have been trained in the trauma models.
Clients experiencing an active crisis or requiring a higher level of care may be referred to appropriate services.
We have two different models for complex trauma counseling that are empirically based. EMDR is used with our adult population.
Strategic Trauma – Abuse and Recovery (12 STR)
Eye Movement Desentation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
This model helps adults identify sources of trauma in their life, reach safety and stabilization by developing healthy boundaries and healthy coping skills, working through the trauma story, identifying unhealthy beliefs and interupretations, replacing survival responses, inventory of losses from the trauma, understanding Godly forgiveness, and celebrating spiritual and personal growth throughout the process.
EMDR includes history taking of client’s life, preparation for trauma work including developing healthy coping skills and boundaries, working through traumatic memories to help them move into the adaptive brain. EMDR reprocessing enables the client to find closure or resolution with the trauma.
Being a Christian, who was called into the counseling field, I realized early on that a person’s spiritual growth is the most important piece of recovery and healing through therapy. After several years of working in the field, I felt a need to be able to address this component freely, which I could not do in the secular field. I work with females and children covering topics such as trauma, grief, adoption/foster concerns, behavioral issues and emotional wellness. I see clients in Baxley, Douglas, and via google meet.
We are a homeschooling family of four who enjoy gardening, spending time with wonderful friends, playing games at home, or finding a good hiking trail.
My favorite Bible verse is Lamentations 3:21-24
“This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope. It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: Great is thy faithfulness. The Lord is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him.”
I serve as the Executive Director of Cord of 3. In my counseling work, I serve individuals, couples, and families across a wide range of life challenges, with a particular passion for helping couples strengthen and restore their marriages. I also work closely with men who are navigating personal, relational, and spiritual struggles. I see clients in both our Blackshear main office and our Vidalia office.
In addition to clinical work, I am grateful to serve Cord of 3 from a leadership and business perspective. I oversee the financial integrity of the ministry and work to ensure that the vision and mission God has placed on Cord of 3 remain the central focus of everything we do.
I married my wife, Doris, in 2000, and together we have three children: Rance, Eli, and Callie. Outside of work and ministry, our family enjoys kayaking together, and I value time spent with my family and serving God’s people.
My life and work are guided by Ephesidans 3:14-19, a passage that continually reminds me of the depth of Christ’s love and the strength that comes from being rooted and grounded in Him.
I serve in the Equine Specialty Program in partnership with Hooves to Freedom, where I work with children ages 7-12 navigating anxiety, grief, and trauma. I also support teen girls and women facing anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. You can find me both at the main office in Blackshear and at the Hooves to Freedom facility in Blackshear.
I have two horses: Solomon, a red roan American Quarter Horse gelding, and Zara, a bay Mustang mare from Devil’s Garden, California. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my horses through training and trail riding, as well as traveling, staying active, reading, and paddle boarding.
My favorite Bible verse is Psalm 34:3-5
“O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together. I sought the Lord, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears. They looked unto him, and were radiant: And their faces were not ashamed.
Here at Cord of 3, I work with children, teens and women in the Blackshear and Douglas offices and via Google meet. I’ve had training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, sand tray, and Play God’s Way and enjoy using this with my clients.
I’ve been married for almost three years to my husband, Austin. We serve at church, as youth pastor and worship leader. I enjoy reading and playing music. I love quality time with my friends and family, even if its just playing a game or going out to eat.
My favorite Bible verse is Joshua 1:9
“Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersover thou goest.”
I am a Trauma Specialist here at Cord of 3. I see women and adolescent females recovering from trauma. I also work with women recovering from addiction I’m in the Blackshear and also offer sessions via google meet.
I’m married to Jason Wilkerson and have one beautiful daughter, Emmy Lynn and 3 beautiful fur babies: Hazel, Winnie, & Siggy. We love to spend time together as a family. I enjoy reading books, going on walks with or without my fur babies, traveling, shopping, and most forms of self care.
My favorite Bible verse is Psalm 40:2
“He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, And set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings.”
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Training Center Coordinator, and Director of Play God’s Way, a Christ-centered Play Therapy Model that integrates faith into play therapy interventions. I see clients two days a week in the Douglas office and on Google Meets, but my primary focus is training counselors to serve families through evidence-based, faith integrated approaches. I supervise interns and master’s level counselors seeking licensure, and provide workshops for counselors to sharpen their counseling skills. I also teach part-time for Cairn University and Walden University.
I have been married to John for 30 years. I have 3 children: Micah (Madison), Mikaela, and Rachel. I am triple blessed with 3 grandchildren: Kai,Versie Kate, and Elias. My hobbies include kayaking, biking, hiking, and reading.
My favorite Bible verse is Psalm 145:8-9
“The Lord is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy. The Lord is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works.”
I have been a counselor for roughly 15 years. I have been certified in STAR and TF-CBT, and am working on a certification in EMDR. I work in the emotional wholeness program dealing with anxiety, depression, and grief. I work in the trauma program using STAR, TF-CBT, and EMDR, and find a lot of fulfillment working with this special population. I see clients in the Blackshear main office and also through google meet.
I have been married for over 13 years to my husband Jordan. He and I have three sweet boys: Eli, David Grey, and Titus. I love being a boy mom. Being with Jordan and my boys is where I am most content. We enjoy doing outdoor activities of almost any kind. I love to ride bikes, hike, kayak, boat, vacation, and try new things. Things I enjoy doing alone are running and going shopping. I am thankful to be a part of the ministry of Cord of Three and see how God is the true source of all healing.
My favorite Bible verse is Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart faileth: But God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.”
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