TORAH MATHEWS

For Family Members

Practical guidance for family members caring for someone in emotional distress.

Your Role Matters

Your role matters more than you realize.

People in trauma need:

  • • emotional safety
  • • patience
  • • consistency
  • • listening without judgment
  • • space to process
  • • assurance they're not alone

Helpful phrases:

  • "I'm here with you."
  • "You're safe."
  • "You're not alone."
  • "I won't rush you."

Avoid minimizing statements like:

  • "You're overreacting"
  • "Just move on"

You Don't Have to Be a Professional

Sometimes the most healing thing you can offer is simply your presence, patience, and the reminder that they are not alone.