Feeling Stuck in Your Marriage or Struggling with Past Wounds?
Feeling Stuck in Your Marriage or Struggling with Past Wounds?
Trauma-Informed Therapist Marriage Fitness Coach
Rebeca Islam
About Me
I’m Rebeca Islam, a relationship coach, couples coach, and trauma therapist dedicated to helping individuals and couples heal and strengthen their relationships. My journey began after experiencing multiple failed relationships, leading me to reflect on my own patterns and embark on a path of self-discovery.
Through my “waking up” phase, I found a deeper purpose in life, reconnecting with faith and choosing Islam as my guiding light. In my “growing up” phase, I honed my skills in leadership, communication, and coaching, while diving into trauma therapy to better understand the roots of relationship struggles.
Now, in my “showing up” phase, I’m committed to serving others by helping them heal unresolved wounds, overcome challenges, and build meaningful connections. Inspired by the Quran’s teachings to serve both the Creator and His creation, I use my 12+ years of expertise to guide you toward healing, fulfillment, and lasting change.
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What is Trauma?
Trauma, according to Gabor Maté and Peter Levine, is viewed not just as a specific event, but more importantly as the response of the individual to the event and its long-lasting impact on their emotional and physical health.
Gabor Maté focuses on how early childhood disconnection and unmet emotional needs shape long-term trauma, while Peter Levine focuses on the body’s physiological response to trauma and the importance of releasing stored traumatic energy for healing. Both approaches highlight the importance of healing through reconnection, either emotionally or somatically.
Acute/Shock Trauma:
Accident, Injury, Medical Procedure, War, Rape, Experiencing Violence, Witnessing Violence
Definition: A single, intense traumatic event.
Examples: Natural disasters, car accidents, physical assault, or sudden loss of a loved one.
Impact: Short-term distress, but can lead to long-term symptoms if unresolved.
Chronic Trauma:
CPTSD
Definition: Repeated or prolonged exposure to traumatic events.
Examples: Ongoing domestic violence, bullying, or long-term neglect.
Impact: Can lead to long-lasting mental health challenges and influence personality development.
Childhood Trauma:
Complex Trauma:
CPTSD
Definition: Exposure to multiple, varied traumatic events, often occurring in an interpersonal context, particularly during childhood.
Examples: Chronic abuse, family dysfunction, or repeated violations of trust.
Impact: Can result in profound psychological effects, including difficulties with emotional regulation, identity, and relationships.
Developmental Trauma:
Physical, Emotional Neglect, Physical, Emotional, Sexual Abuse
Definition: Trauma that occurs during critical developmental stages, typically in childhood.
Examples: Emotional neglect, abandonment, or abuse.
Impact: Affects brain development and can lead to attachment issues, affecting later relationships and self-perception.
Vicarious Trauma:
Definition: Trauma experienced indirectly by observing or learning about the trauma of others.
Examples: Healthcare workers, therapists, or first responders who regularly witness trauma in others.
Impact: Can lead to symptoms similar to PTSD, often termed "compassion fatigue."
Relational Trauma:
Definition: Trauma stemming from close relationships, often where there’s a violation of trust or betrayal.
Examples: Emotional manipulation, betrayal by a trusted individual, or attachment disruptions.
Impact: Can lead to attachment issues, fear of intimacy, and difficulties in future relationships.
Collective Trauma:
Definition: Trauma experienced by a large group of people or community, often caused by widespread events.
Examples: Natural disasters, pandemics, wars, or large-scale acts of violence.
Impact: Can create shared grief, heightened anxiety, and community-level disruptions.
Each type of trauma can lead to various mental and physical health outcomes, depending on individual factors and support systems. Recognizing the specific type can guide therapeutic approaches and support healing.
Medical Trauma:
Definition: Trauma resulting from medical treatments, procedures, or serious health diagnoses.
Examples: Extended hospitalizations, invasive surgeries, or life-threatening diagnoses.
Impact: Can lead to anxiety around medical settings and may cause hypervigilance or avoidance behaviors.
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What is Trauma?
Trauma, according to Gabor Maté and Peter Levine, is viewed not just as a specific event, but more importantly as the response of the individual to the event and its long-lasting impact on their emotional and physical health.
Gabor Maté focuses on how early childhood disconnection and unmet emotional needs shape long-term trauma, while Peter Levine focuses on the body’s physiological response to trauma and the importance of releasing stored traumatic energy for healing. Both approaches highlight the importance of healing through reconnection, either emotionally or somatically.
Acute Trauma:
Definition: A single, intense traumatic event.
Examples: Natural disasters, car accidents, physical assault, or sudden loss of a loved one.
Impact: Short-term distress, but can lead to long-term symptoms if unresolved.
Chronic Trauma:
Definition: Repeated or prolonged exposure to traumatic events.
Examples: Ongoing domestic violence, bullying, or long-term neglect.
Impact: Can lead to long-lasting mental health challenges and influence personality development.
Childhood Trauma:
Complex Trauma:
Definition: Exposure to multiple, varied traumatic events, often occurring in an interpersonal context, particularly during childhood.
Examples: Chronic abuse, family dysfunction, or repeated violations of trust.
Impact: Can result in profound psychological effects, including difficulties with emotional regulation, identity, and relationships.
Developmental Trauma:
Definition: Trauma that occurs during critical developmental stages, typically in childhood.
Examples: Emotional neglect, abandonment, or abuse.
Impact: Affects brain development and can lead to attachment issues, affecting later relationships and self-perception.
Vicarious Trauma:
Definition: Trauma experienced indirectly by observing or learning about the trauma of others.
Examples: Healthcare workers, therapists, or first responders who regularly witness trauma in others.
Impact: Can lead to symptoms similar to PTSD, often termed "compassion fatigue."
Relational Trauma:
Definition: Trauma stemming from close relationships, often where there’s a violation of trust or betrayal.
Examples: Emotional manipulation, betrayal by a trusted individual, or attachment disruptions.
Impact: Can lead to attachment issues, fear of intimacy, and difficulties in future relationships.
Collective Trauma:
Definition: Trauma experienced by a large group of people or community, often caused by widespread events.
Examples: Natural disasters, pandemics, wars, or large-scale acts of violence.
Impact: Can create shared grief, heightened anxiety, and community-level disruptions.
Each type of trauma can lead to various mental and physical health outcomes, depending on individual factors and support systems. Recognizing the specific type can guide therapeutic approaches and support healing.
Medical Trauma:
Definition: Trauma resulting from medical treatments, procedures, or serious health diagnoses.
Examples: Extended hospitalizations, invasive surgeries, or life-threatening diagnoses.
Impact: Can lead to anxiety around medical settings and may cause hypervigilance or avoidance behaviors.
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Rebeca Islam’s Expertise
Rebeca Islam is highly skilled in the following areas:
🌟 Trauma-Informed Therapy
🌟 Marriage Fitness Coaching
🌟 Couple Therapy
🌟 Developmental & Childhood Trauma
🌟 Complex Trauma, CPTSD,🌟 Acute/Shock Trauma.
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Marriage Coaching
Receive expert guidance and support to strengthen your marriage or partnership, improve communication, and deepen the bond between you and your partner.
Trauma Coaching:
Engage in a healing process designed to address and overcome the effects of trauma, providing personalised strategies and tools to help you move forward towards emotional well-being.
Recovery From Divorce:
Get professional guidance and support as you rebuild your life after a divorce, gain clarity, and develop strategies to create a fulfilling and empowered post-divorce journey.
Grief Coaching
Find solace and support through the grieving process, as a compassionate coach assists you in navigating through stages of loss, facilitating healing and embracing a new perspective on life.
De-Coupling Coach:
Receive personalised guidance during the process of separating from a long-term partner, helping you manage emotions, establish boundaries, and transition to a new chapter with grace and clarity.