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Trauma Impact Assessment in Edmonton

Trauma can affect sleep, mood, relationships and work in ways that are hard to see from the inside. A trauma impact assessment helps you understand those effects and plan the right support.

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Quick answer

What is a trauma impact assessment?

A trauma impact assessment is a structured, trauma-informed evaluation of how a distressing experience, such as an accident, violence, abuse or sudden loss, is affecting your emotional wellbeing, relationships and daily functioning. It uses a careful interview and validated trauma screening tools, and results in a report with recommendations for treatment and support.

You do not need to describe every detail of what happened. The assessment focuses on how you are affected now and what will help.

At a glance

  • Who it is for: Adults and teens affected by accidents, violence, abuse, workplace incidents, loss or ongoing stress
  • What it involves: Trauma-informed interview and validated trauma screening questionnaires
  • You receive: A personalized report with findings and treatment recommendations
  • Format: In person in South Edmonton or online anywhere in Alberta

When it helps

When a trauma impact assessment helps

An assessment can bring clarity after difficult experiences.

After an accident

Ongoing distress after a motor vehicle collision or workplace incident.

Intrusive memories

Flashbacks, nightmares or unwanted memories.

Changes in functioning

Trouble working, sleeping or concentrating since an event.

Relationship impact

Irritability, withdrawal or difficulty trusting others.

Planning treatment

Deciding whether EMDR, CBT or other support fits best.

Documentation

A report describing trauma impact when requested for work or other processes.

What is included

What the assessment includes

Safety and choice come first. You decide what you share.

Who completes the assessment

Assessments are completed by Mukesh Mishra, MSW, Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW) in Alberta.

Trauma-informed interview

A paced conversation about symptoms, functioning and supports, without pressure to retell details.

Validated screening tools

Questionnaires that measure trauma-related symptoms such as intrusive memories, avoidance and hyperarousal.

Recommendations

A clear plan, such as EMDR, trauma-focused CBT or other supports.

Step by step

How the trauma impact assessment works

1

Initial consultation

A private conversation about your background and reasons for the assessment.

2

Structured assessment

Trauma-informed interview and questionnaires with a Registered Clinical Social Worker.

3

Report and plan

A personalized report with findings and recommendations, followed by a feedback session.

Have questions before you book?

Call us to talk through your situation, what the assessment involves and what you need to bring.

Frequently asked questions about trauma impact assessment

Anyone who has experienced a distressing event and feels it is affecting their mental health, relationships or daily functioning, or who needs documentation of its impact.

No. The assessment focuses on how you are affected now. You choose what to share.

You receive a report with recommendations. If you choose, you can begin trauma therapy such as EMDR with us.

Fees depend on the scope of the assessment and report. Contact us for a quote.

No. You can book directly online or by phone. A doctor’s referral is not required, although some insurance plans ask for one, so check your plan if you plan to claim.

Our office is at 3818A 97 St NW #203, Edmonton, AB T6E 6N2, in South Edmonton. We also offer secure online sessions anywhere in Alberta.

Take the first step

Book a trauma impact assessment

Send a request and we will contact you to confirm details and scheduling, or book directly on our secure Jane App portal.

587-372-3143
contact@disha.ca
3818A 97 St NW #203, Edmonton, AB T6E 6N2

In crisis? Call or text 9-8-8, or dial 911. This form is not monitored around the clock.

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