AIM to Get Better at Understanding “Individual Trauma”

“Individual trauma results from an event or series of events, or set or circumstances that… has lasting adverse effects on the individual’s functioning and mental, physical, social, emotional or spiritual well- being” (NHS Education for Scotland 2020)

  • 70% – 90% of adults may have experienced a traumatic event in their lifetime.(Reynolds et al 2016; Spitzer C et al 2008).
  • Some people may recover relatively quickly without any long- lasting effects. But others may be left with debilitating symptoms that affect them for the rest of their life.
  • You are more likely to experience long lasting effects if you experienced repeated trauma, such as domestic violence or sexual abuse, particularly if this happened to you as a child.
  • If your symptoms are so severe that you have sought professional help, you may be diagnosed with a trauma related condition such as Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSD) or Complex-PTSD.
  • Many people living with the effects of trauma do not seek help. This could be due to a variety of factors, such as using complex coping mechanisms, (for example dissociation or denial) to completely block out the memory of what happened to them.
  • Many people have sought professional help but have not been taken seriously, or have felt that they have been judged or labelled because of their behaviours rather than professionals recognising that these are symptoms of trauma and are innate, complex survival mechanisms.
  • Many people seek help for symptoms such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders or self- harm, without ever disclosing to anyone what happened to them.
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The Bear, The Bull and The Butterfly: A Journey to Authentic Healing

The Bear, The Bull and The Butterfly: A Journey to Authentic Healing by Mary-Joy Albutt is a powerful memoir of resilience and healing. Through personal stories, reflections, and poetry, Mary-Joy shares her journey from childhood trauma and dissociation to self-discovery and renewal. Divided into five parts, the book explores survival, transformation, and the hope of reclaiming one’s life, offering inspiration and understanding to those facing trauma or supporting others on their healing path.

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“If you, or someone you know, are living with the effects of individual trauma
and require information, advice or support then we are here to help

We are here to listen and validate your experiences without judgement. Although we are not qualified to offer you counselling, we can listen, provide information and signpost you to services that can provide ongoing support.

How to Contact us,
Email us: maryjoy@aimtogetbetter.com
or complete the contact form below.”

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Aim to Get Better at Trauma Informed Care

More and more public and private sector organisations in education, health care and social care settings are embedding trauma informed practice into the culture of their workplace. This involves more than just having a few training sessions. It involves whole organisation culture change. Over time, as you embed the six principles of trauma informed care and embrace the ethos into everything that you do, everyone who comes into contact with your organisation will benefit, not just those living with individual trauma.

Our Services

  • Consultancy services for public, private and voluntary sector organisations, religious groups and clubs: Strategic review of your current practices; expert guidance and implementation plans to enable you to embed trauma informed care into the culture of your organisation.
  • Staff Training: Equip your staff with the knowledge to understand trauma, its long term effects, and how individuals may be triggered. Learn how to respond appropriately when an individual is experiencing flashbacks or trauma related distress, and understand the principles of trauma-informed care.
  • Training, support, signposting and advice for formal and informal carers
  • Healing Sounds Therapy
  • Conferences and Retreats: Inspirational talks for people living with individual trauma and the people supporting them: using poems, creative writing and anecdotes from her book, MJ will take you on a journey; from living with the devastating effects of childhood trauma, the journey to authentic healing, and the exhilaration of becoming who you were always destined to be.
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For more information and bookings please:
Email us: maryjoy@aimtogetbetter.com
or complete the contact form below.”

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