A.R.T. uses eye movements, imagery, and guidance to help your brain better process and store traumatic memories. When they are processed and stored differently, they no longer trigger negative physical and emotional reactions. Using a series of relaxing eye movements, you will move beyond your stuck points towards growth and positive change. You are in complete control during these sessions, and you don’t even need to talk about your stressful or traumatic experiences to achieve recovery. A randomized study of ART, when used for post-traumatic stress, found a 70% reduction in PTSD symptoms. Similar outcomes have been found when using this therapy for anxiety and depression.
Sexual Assault | Sexual Trauma
Treatment of Sexual Trauma Using Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.R.T.)
Sexual trauma can have lasting effects on emotional well-being, relationships, and daily life, whether it occurred during childhood, adolescence, or adulthood. Many survivors experience anxiety, shame, self-blame, difficulty trusting others, or challenges feeling safe in their bodies. At Tampa Therapy & Wellness, we provide compassionate, trauma-informed therapy to help individuals process painful experiences, reduce distress, and move toward healing in a safe and supportive environment.
We specialize in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.R.T.) for trauma and PTSD, an evidence-based treatment that helps reduce the emotional intensity of traumatic memories without requiring extensive retelling of the experience. Often compared to EMDR therapy, A.R.T. can be an effective option for trauma recovery, PTSD treatment, and sexual trauma therapy. If you are looking for sexual trauma therapy in Tampa or exploring treatment options for trauma and PTSD, healing is possible, and support is available.
A.R.T. is a newer evidence-based therapy used for clients who have experienced sexual trauma including harassment, abuse, and rape. If you have experienced sexual trauma, it can help you:
- Forget the pain of your experience(s)
- Erase disturbing images
- Eliminate reactions to triggers
- Reprogram stress memories and images
- Develop positive and effective strategies for dealing with stressors
- Improve your sleep
How does A.R.T. work?
Sexual trauma can have a significant impact on both emotional and physical well-being. Many survivors notice changes in their mental health, including increased anxiety, depression, difficulty concentrating, or withdrawal from social relationships. It can also affect overall sense of safety, emotional regulation, and cognitive functioning.
The effects of trauma are not only emotional. Many people also experience physical symptoms such as sleep difficulties, fatigue, heightened stress responses, or feeling “on edge” in daily life. These reactions are common responses of the nervous system after overwhelming experiences.
With the right support and trauma-focused care, healing is possible. Therapy can help reduce the impact of these symptoms and support both emotional and physical recovery over time.
We specialize in helping people who have been dealing with sexual trauma. Call us at 813-530-5180 to set up a FREE phone call consultation with a therapist.