At Arbor Wellness, we understand that healing happens when individuals feel truly safe, heard, and empowered. Our trauma-informed approach to mental health care recognizes that many of the challenges our clients face stem from past traumatic experiences.Â
Trauma doesn’t discriminate—it affects people of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life throughout Middle Tennessee.
Whether you’re suffering from childhood trauma, recent traumatic events, or the cumulative effects of ongoing stress, our team is here to support you with understanding, expertise, and genuine care.
Call us now at 629-217-2658 or verify your insurance now.Â
What is Trauma-Informed Care?
Trauma-informed care is a comprehensive approach to mental health treatment that recognizes the widespread impact of trauma and integrates this understanding into all aspects of service delivery.Â
Rather than asking “What’s wrong with you?” trauma-informed care asks “What happened to you?”
This approach acknowledges that trauma symptoms are adaptive responses to overwhelming experiences.Â
It recognizes that behaviors often labeled as “difficult” or “resistant” may actually be protective mechanisms developed to survive traumatic situations.Â
By understanding trauma’s profound effects on the brain, body, and behavior, we create treatment environments that promote healing rather than inadvertently re-traumatizing clients.
Trauma-informed care shifts the focus from pathology to resilience, emphasizing each person’s inherent strength and capacity for recovery.Â
It’s not just a clinical technique—it’s a fundamental shift in how we understand human behavior and approach healing relationships.
The Six Core Principles of Trauma-Informed Care
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has identified six key principles that guide trauma-informed approaches. At Arbor Wellness, these principles form the foundation of everything we do:
Safety
We believe in creating a safe environment where clients feel physically and emotionally secure.
We prioritize creating spaces where individuals can lower their guard and engage authentically in the healing process.
This includes maintaining confidentiality, providing predictable routines, and ensuring that our physical spaces feel welcoming and non-threatening.
Trustworthiness & Transparency
Trustworthiness and Transparency means operating with integrity and maintaining clear communication about our processes, policies, and treatment approaches. We believe that trust is earned through consistent, honest interactions and by following through on our commitments to our clients.
Peer Support
We integrate peer support specialists and group therapy options that allow individuals to connect with others who understand their struggles firsthand. These connections often provide hope and practical insights that complement professional treatment.
Collaboration and Mutuality
We ensure that our clients are active partners in their treatment planning and decision-making.
We recognize that individuals are the experts on their own experiences and work together to develop treatment goals that align with their values and aspirations.
Empowerment, Voice & Choice
We believe in developing each client’s personal strengths. We focus on building skills, fostering resilience, and helping individuals reclaim their sense of agency and control over their lives.
Cultural, Historical, and Gender Issues
Cultural, Historical, and Gender Issues acknowledges that trauma often intersects with systems of oppression and marginalization. We strive to provide culturally responsive care that honors each person’s identity, background, and lived experiences while addressing the broader social contexts that may contribute to trauma.
Why Does Trauma-Informed Care Matter?
Research consistently demonstrates that trauma-informed approaches lead to better treatment outcomes, reduced dropout rates, and improved overall well-being.Â
When individuals feel safe and understood, they’re more likely to engage fully in treatment and develop the skills needed for lasting recovery.
Traditional approaches to mental health treatment sometimes inadvertently mirror the power dynamics and control that characterize traumatic experiences.
 Trauma-informed care actively works to prevent re-traumatization by creating collaborative, empowering treatment relationships that respect client autonomy and choice.
How We Implement Trauma-Informed Care at Arbor Wellness
Our commitment to trauma-informed care goes beyond theory—it’s woven into every aspect of our programs.
From the moment clients first contact our office to their ongoing treatment journey, we’ve designed our processes to reflect trauma-informed principles.
Our physical environment prioritizes comfort and safety.
We’ve eliminated potential triggers where possible and ensure that clients always have clear sight lines to exits, helping them feel in control of their environment.
Our clinical team receives ongoing training in trauma-informed practices, ensuring that every staff member understands trauma’s impact and knows how to respond with sensitivity and skill. We regularly assess our own practices and seek feedback from clients to continually improve our approach.
We offer a range of evidence-based trauma treatments. Our therapists work collaboratively with each client to determine which approaches feel most comfortable and effective for their unique situation.
Meet Our Mental Health Experts
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If you’re ready to begin your healing journey with a team that truly understands trauma’s impact, Arbor Wellness is here to support you. Our trauma-informed approach ensures that you’ll be met with compassion, respect, and evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Recovery from trauma is possible, and you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Our experienced team is committed to creating a safe space where you can explore your experiences, develop coping skills, and reclaim your sense of empowerment and hope.
Call us now at 629-217-2658 or verify your insurance now.Â
TEstimonials
Don’t trust our word, let others share their experience, strength, and hope.
“Arbor Wellness Center for Mental Health will be unlike any other program in Tennessee. The level of dedication they are putting into the program from the start is something all Tennessee residents will be able to utilize.”
“The team at Arbor Wellness is known for going above and beyond for their clients. From the residential center they are building in Nashville to aftercare options and expert therapists, this program is going to change mental health treatment in TN.”
“The need for a quality residential program in Tennessee for mental health has never been greater, which is why residents of Nashville are excited for Arbor Wellness to open. We need to treat mental health seriously.”
“As a mental health professional, when I learned that Arbor Wellness was coming to Nashville, it was something I’d already been hoping for. We need to put mental health first in Tennessee and beyond!”
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