Hope Beyond Hurt
Trauma Informed Coalition of the Laurel Highlands
Supporting Healing, Preventing Future Trauma
Welcome to Hope Beyond Hurt
At Hope Beyond Hurt, we believe healing is possible for everyone. Trauma can affect how we think, feel, and interact with the world, but it does not define who we are or what our future can look like.
Our goal is to provide a safe, supportive place where individuals, families, and communities can learn, connect, and find meaningful support. No matter where you are in your journey, you deserve to feel seen, heard, and supported.
What Are Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs)?
Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) are supportive, nurturing moments in a person’s early life that help build resilience, emotional strength, and a sense of safety.
These can include:
- having a trusted adult to talk to
- feeling supported by friends
- being part of a community
- having opportunities to learn and grow
Research shows that even when someone has experienced trauma, positive experiences can reduce the long-term impact on mental and physical health and improve overall well-being.
At Hope Beyond Hurt, we focus on helping individuals reconnect with these sources of support, whether by building safe relationships, accessing resources, or creating new positive experiences, because healing isn’t just about what someone has been through, but also about what they can build moving forward.
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Realizes
Realizes widespread impact of trauma and understands potential path for recovery.
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Recognizes
Recognizes signs and symptoms of trauma in clients, families, staff, and others involved with the system.
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Responds
Responds by fully integrating knowledge about trauma into policies, procedures, and practices.
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Resists
Seeks to actively resist retraumatization.
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“70% of adults in the U.S. have experienced some type of traumatic event at least once in their lives.”
National Council for Behavioral Health
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“It is estimated that 26% of children in the Unites States will witness or experience a traumatic event before the age of 4 years.”
Journal of Traumatic Stress
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“Over two-thirds of children report experiencing at least one traumatic event by age 16.”
SAMHSA
PA Trauma Statistics & Our Local Impact
- “Over half of adults in Pennsylvania have experienced childhood trauma.”
- “Nearly 40% of children in the U.S. have already experienced trauma.”
- “2 out of 3 adults carry the effects of trauma from childhood.”
- “1 in 7 Pennsylvania children have experienced multiple traumatic events.”
- “60% of youth are exposed to violence, abuse, or crime.”
Healing Is Possible… And Proven!
- Nearly 50% of individuals receiving trauma-focused therapy no longer meet PTSD criteria after treatment
- Trauma-informed care can reduce symptoms by up to 40% or more
- Half of individuals in therapy experience a 50% reduction in symptoms
- Therapy can reduce future anxiety risk by over 75%
- Trauma-focused therapy is considered the gold standard for helping children heal
You are not alone, and recovery is not just possible, it’s proven.