Which interventions are typically used in trauma therapy?

Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) are both established interventions specifically designed for trauma therapy. CPT is a cognitive-behavioral approach that helps individuals process and reframe traumatic memories, promoting an understanding of the relationship between thoughts and emotions. This helps clients alter the maladaptive beliefs they may have developed in response to the trauma. EMDR, on the other hand, involves processing distressing memories by using bilateral stimulation, which can alleviate the vividness and emotional charge of traumatic memories. Both therapies have a strong evidence base supporting their effectiveness in treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related symptoms, making them central components of trauma-focused treatment.

The other options do not encompass comprehensive trauma therapy interventions. For instance, medication management alone does not address the cognitive and emotional aspects of trauma; group counseling can be beneficial, but it's not the exclusive method nor always tailored for trauma; and physical exercise regimens may support overall mental health but lack the targeted therapeutic approach required for effective trauma treatment.