5 Waves of Change People with Brain Injuries Face

By Anne Evans-Cazier, LCSW | March 12, 2020

I was on a wonderful road trip with my daughter and granddaughter when my phone exploded with calls and texts. Dear friends were trying to contact me to let me know that someone had found my husband Cal’s phone on a bike trail. It turns out Cal crashed his bike, hit his head, then rode off, not realizing how injured he was. Even though he was wearing his helmet, he suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI). We’re on a long journey together facing the impact of TBI on both of our lives, a journey that will continue the rest of our lives.

If you are a therapist meeting a new client suffering from overwhelming fatigue, memory issues and insomnia, what would you assume was happening?

This sounds like depression. Possibly even severe anxiety or PTSD. But TBI might also be the root cause. And with more than 3.5 million people in the U.S. sustaining brain injuries every single year, mental health professionals are rallying to provide more help.

We are pleased to introduce you to my dear friend and colleague, Lori Weisman, MA, LMHC. She has been such a great resource for information and support along our journey with TBI.

If you want to provide better care for individuals and couples whose lives have been altered by TBI, please take advantage of Lori’s generous offer of this free guide.

Lori is a nationally known brain injury specialist and expert marriage counselor. Over the past 4 decades, she has helped thousands of people rebuild their lives in the wake of TBI. Her guide will help you learn more about …

How traumatic brain injury happens: some of the causes may surprise you!
What medical teams usually DON’T tell people after a TBI
The unique feelings of pain, grief and loss that people with TBI struggle with
How the power balance in primary relationships can shift, forcing spouses and partners to rethink roles and responsibilities
How people heal -- and the pivotal role you can play in helping them achieve peace and acceptance

This is one of the clearest and most comprehensive resources I’ve ever seen on TBI. It’s filled with insights that can help you provide effective care for this growing, yet under served population.