Many people come to trauma therapy wondering why experiences from the past still seem to affect them in the present. They may feel anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck, even when the traumatic event happened years ago. One metaphor I often find helpful in explaining trauma therapy is that of a linen closet. Imagine that every experience you've had is stored inside that closet. Some experiences are easy to hold, fold, organize, and put away. They become par