Trauma exposure, through such events as motor vehicle accidents, natural disasters, childhood sexual abuse, childhood physical abuse and other criminal victimization can be devastating. Such exposure may cause significant forms of avoidance, re-experiencing (e.g., nightmares) and physiological arousal (e.g., rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath). Trauma-focused treatment can help to reduce these symptoms and help individuals return to living their lives with significantly less distress.