Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Whitby, ON

Photo of Ashley Haigh - Help For Teens And Adults, Registered Social Worker in Whitby, ON
Ashley Haigh - Help For Teens And Adults
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, BSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1N
Are you struggling with addiction or other mental health concerns? Have you experienced physical, sexual, emotional, or psychological abuse? Working together, you can gain coping skills and tools to recover. Challenges around gender identity, self-esteem, self-image, communication, relationships, boundaries, grief, anger, stress management, family dynamics, relationships, trauma, and co-dependency are difficult to manage alone. In therapy, you can become empowered to own your narrative and build on your strengths. Reach out to me today. Support for adults and teens. I look forward to hearing your story!
Are you struggling with addiction or other mental health concerns? Have you experienced physical, sexual, emotional, or psychological abuse? Working together, you can gain coping skills and tools to recover. Challenges around gender identity, self-esteem, self-image, communication, relationships, boundaries, grief, anger, stress management, family dynamics, relationships, trauma, and co-dependency are difficult to manage alone. In therapy, you can become empowered to own your narrative and build on your strengths. Reach out to me today. Support for adults and teens. I look forward to hearing your story!
(289) 276-8182 View (289) 276-8182
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Holly Owen
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1N  (Online Only)
I believe everyone deserves to feel heard and understood. I have experience supporting clients navigating a wide variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, and quality of life to name a few. I like to use a collaborative, trauma-informed approach wherein we establish goals you wish to work towards during our time together. I consider myself to be an integrative therapist, drawing on a variety of different therapeutic techniques. I provide individual therapy and also mental health seminar services for schools, teams and/or businesses to build mental health awareness!
I believe everyone deserves to feel heard and understood. I have experience supporting clients navigating a wide variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, and quality of life to name a few. I like to use a collaborative, trauma-informed approach wherein we establish goals you wish to work towards during our time together. I consider myself to be an integrative therapist, drawing on a variety of different therapeutic techniques. I provide individual therapy and also mental health seminar services for schools, teams and/or businesses to build mental health awareness!
(289) 206-2261 View (289) 206-2261
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Fatima Tahir
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1N  (Online Only)
Are you or your teenager struggling with anxiety, depression, or borderline personality disorder? Have you been drinking or abusing drugs in an effort to self-medicate? Do you need help managing stress, chronic pain, or the effects of trauma? You can identify the emotions that are holding you back and learn to cope successfully. If you need help recovering from difficult childhood experiences, sexual abuse, or other forms of trauma, contact me to get the help that you or your child need. Together, we will work on building your strengths, gaining insights, and building the coping skills that help you build a better life.
Are you or your teenager struggling with anxiety, depression, or borderline personality disorder? Have you been drinking or abusing drugs in an effort to self-medicate? Do you need help managing stress, chronic pain, or the effects of trauma? You can identify the emotions that are holding you back and learn to cope successfully. If you need help recovering from difficult childhood experiences, sexual abuse, or other forms of trauma, contact me to get the help that you or your child need. Together, we will work on building your strengths, gaining insights, and building the coping skills that help you build a better life.
(365) 655-0851 x3 View (365) 655-0851 x3
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Amira Khan Lodhi
Registered Social Worker, MSW, LCSW, RSW, OCSWSSW
Verified Verified
Whitby, ON L1R
I specialize in trauma, personality disorders, identity concerns, and diaspora concerns.
Looking for the right therapist can be challenging and stressful. When I sit across from a client, I value and respect that I am being invited into important, personal situations, thoughts, and vulnerabilities. My philosophy to clinical work comes from my belief that you are trying to do the best you can and want support to do better. I will both accept you for where you are at, while helping you pushing toward the change you are looking for. I collaborate with my clients to then tailor the therapy I provide to the individual-pulling on my experience, trainings, and the understanding that we all are human.
I specialize in trauma, personality disorders, identity concerns, and diaspora concerns.
Looking for the right therapist can be challenging and stressful. When I sit across from a client, I value and respect that I am being invited into important, personal situations, thoughts, and vulnerabilities. My philosophy to clinical work comes from my belief that you are trying to do the best you can and want support to do better. I will both accept you for where you are at, while helping you pushing toward the change you are looking for. I collaborate with my clients to then tailor the therapy I provide to the individual-pulling on my experience, trainings, and the understanding that we all are human.
(855) 999-7321 View (855) 999-7321
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Randi Goyan
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1P  (Online Only)
I offer services to teens, adults, and couples seeking support for anxiety, OCD, trauma, depression, relational challenges, and more. I practice from a trauma-informed and person-centered approach, which means our sessions are centered around you. I offer an informal style to therapy because lets be real, formal can be intimidating. Together we will create an environment where you feel comfort in having those uncomfortable conversations. Our sessions will offer you a space to tell your story and for it to be heard.
I offer services to teens, adults, and couples seeking support for anxiety, OCD, trauma, depression, relational challenges, and more. I practice from a trauma-informed and person-centered approach, which means our sessions are centered around you. I offer an informal style to therapy because lets be real, formal can be intimidating. Together we will create an environment where you feel comfort in having those uncomfortable conversations. Our sessions will offer you a space to tell your story and for it to be heard.
(807) 790-2910 View (807) 790-2910
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Theresa Arsenault
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Whitby, ON L1N
Those who have experienced a traumatic event or endured historical trauma.
I service clients with a range of presenting issues. Goals are determined mutually with clients and sessions are guided to ensure client needs are being met. It is important to me that you feel heard, validated and understood while working towards your desired treatment outcomes. I provide a safe non judgmental environment and believe in the intrinsic value and self worth of every individual regardless of race, ethnicity, gender or age and work from a client strengths-based perspective.
Those who have experienced a traumatic event or endured historical trauma.
I service clients with a range of presenting issues. Goals are determined mutually with clients and sessions are guided to ensure client needs are being met. It is important to me that you feel heard, validated and understood while working towards your desired treatment outcomes. I provide a safe non judgmental environment and believe in the intrinsic value and self worth of every individual regardless of race, ethnicity, gender or age and work from a client strengths-based perspective.
(289) 301-7839 View (289) 301-7839
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Tiina Kivinen
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1N  (Online Only)
People I work with are often seeking help for feelings of overwhelm or emotional pain. Some are managing emotions like anxiety, stress, and depression, while others are healing from past trauma. But there's hope. The path toward understanding and emotional well-being is something we can walk together. I focus on helping those who are navigating various life transitions, healing emotional pain, or simply want to understand themselves better. In partnering with me, we'll open doors to new possibilities of healing and growth. In our sessions, we'll work together to make your life tangibly better.
People I work with are often seeking help for feelings of overwhelm or emotional pain. Some are managing emotions like anxiety, stress, and depression, while others are healing from past trauma. But there's hope. The path toward understanding and emotional well-being is something we can walk together. I focus on helping those who are navigating various life transitions, healing emotional pain, or simply want to understand themselves better. In partnering with me, we'll open doors to new possibilities of healing and growth. In our sessions, we'll work together to make your life tangibly better.
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Megan Evans
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1N  (Online Only)
Have you had life experiences that felt too much, too fast, too soon, for too long, or not long enough? If so, this might mean you have endured trauma - leaving you with a longing for someone who understands. No one can define your trauma for you - you are the expert on how your story has felt for you so far. If you are looking for a therapist who will listen, educate, affirm, and support you - then you have come to the right page. As an EMDR consultant in training, I am also offering 1:1 consultant sessions to those looking to be certified in EMDR.
Have you had life experiences that felt too much, too fast, too soon, for too long, or not long enough? If so, this might mean you have endured trauma - leaving you with a longing for someone who understands. No one can define your trauma for you - you are the expert on how your story has felt for you so far. If you are looking for a therapist who will listen, educate, affirm, and support you - then you have come to the right page. As an EMDR consultant in training, I am also offering 1:1 consultant sessions to those looking to be certified in EMDR.
(289) 207-1232 View (289) 207-1232
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Carolyn James
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1N
Hello and welcome! I am a registered clinical psychologist who works with adult clients (18+ years) facing a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, self-harm behaviour, and eating disorders. I have training in a number of evidence-based treatments including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). I also focus on women's reproductive health and offer therapy related to infertility, donor conception, pregnancy loss, and postpartum adjustment.
Hello and welcome! I am a registered clinical psychologist who works with adult clients (18+ years) facing a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, self-harm behaviour, and eating disorders. I have training in a number of evidence-based treatments including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). I also focus on women's reproductive health and offer therapy related to infertility, donor conception, pregnancy loss, and postpartum adjustment.
(289) 301-9526 View (289) 301-9526
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Sara Iyamu
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Whitby, ON L1N  (Online Only)
In counselling we can address and peel away experiences of trauma, improve emotional and self-regulation, anger management, relational-conflict, and manage addictions, PTSD, depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicidality.
Hello, my name is Sara Iyamu, and I have 16 years working as a social worker with a diverse group of children, youth, adults and their families. Utilizing Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness, I work collaboratively with my clients to identify goals for treatment and therapy. Counselling can be both short or long term and provide you a non-judgemental space to be yourself, self-reflect and increase self-awareness so you may harness your confidence and inner strengths to achieve your goals.
In counselling we can address and peel away experiences of trauma, improve emotional and self-regulation, anger management, relational-conflict, and manage addictions, PTSD, depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicidality.
Hello, my name is Sara Iyamu, and I have 16 years working as a social worker with a diverse group of children, youth, adults and their families. Utilizing Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness, I work collaboratively with my clients to identify goals for treatment and therapy. Counselling can be both short or long term and provide you a non-judgemental space to be yourself, self-reflect and increase self-awareness so you may harness your confidence and inner strengths to achieve your goals.
(289) 216-0545 View (289) 216-0545
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Dan Sileshi
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Whitby, ON L1N
As an interactive, solution-focused counsellor, I provide support and practical feedback to help clients to effectively address and resolve childhood trauma, emotional dysfunction and unmet developmental needs.
I am a compassionate, understanding, non-judgmental counsellor who believes everyone has the right to wellness and balance. I provide insurance-friendly counselling for individuals, couples, families and children. My special area of focus is in helping my clients to free themselves from their painful, traumatic pasts and to achieve personal balance and wellness as they create a fresh start in life. Often, emotional and physical pain is resolved from the inside out as my clients and I interact, and as we work together to arrive at a deeper understanding of their condition and the solutions they seek.
As an interactive, solution-focused counsellor, I provide support and practical feedback to help clients to effectively address and resolve childhood trauma, emotional dysfunction and unmet developmental needs.
I am a compassionate, understanding, non-judgmental counsellor who believes everyone has the right to wellness and balance. I provide insurance-friendly counselling for individuals, couples, families and children. My special area of focus is in helping my clients to free themselves from their painful, traumatic pasts and to achieve personal balance and wellness as they create a fresh start in life. Often, emotional and physical pain is resolved from the inside out as my clients and I interact, and as we work together to arrive at a deeper understanding of their condition and the solutions they seek.
(289) 210-7411 View (289) 210-7411
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Clint Robson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Whitby, ON L1N
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in the areas of anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and the impact of adverse childhood experiences (trauma).
I am part of CREW Psychotherapy and Trauma Services (crewservices.ca) In my experience, people overcome difficulties and reach their greatest potential when they have the correct ingredients and the most accurate support. I bring 25 years of experience to our work and I provide my clients with compassion, unconditional acceptance, warmth, and transparency. My experience and expertise lead me to effectively offer psychotherapy services to adults and families across the life cycle and for a variety of struggles.
I specialize in the areas of anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and the impact of adverse childhood experiences (trauma).
I am part of CREW Psychotherapy and Trauma Services (crewservices.ca) In my experience, people overcome difficulties and reach their greatest potential when they have the correct ingredients and the most accurate support. I bring 25 years of experience to our work and I provide my clients with compassion, unconditional acceptance, warmth, and transparency. My experience and expertise lead me to effectively offer psychotherapy services to adults and families across the life cycle and for a variety of struggles.
(289) 608-8792 View (289) 608-8792
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Simar Gill Lowther
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Whitby, ON L1M
I am a dedicated psychotherapist with a heartfelt commitment to guiding individuals through life’s myriad challenges. My practice warmly embraces clients of all ages, from children over ten to elders, and extends to families and couples, providing a haven for those in search of empathy and growth amidst life’s complexities. My expertise spans a broad spectrum, addressing not only emotional and psychological hurdles such as anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues but also specializing in the intricacies of chronic pain management and addiction recovery. I understand the profound impact these conditions can have on one’s quality of
I am a dedicated psychotherapist with a heartfelt commitment to guiding individuals through life’s myriad challenges. My practice warmly embraces clients of all ages, from children over ten to elders, and extends to families and couples, providing a haven for those in search of empathy and growth amidst life’s complexities. My expertise spans a broad spectrum, addressing not only emotional and psychological hurdles such as anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues but also specializing in the intricacies of chronic pain management and addiction recovery. I understand the profound impact these conditions can have on one’s quality of
(289) 212-0670 View (289) 212-0670
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Sharmila Jaihindraj
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1N
Are you struggling with anxiety, addiction, grief, or depression? Have you experienced trauma or abuse? Are you a first responder or front-line worker who is exposed to long-term stress? The difficulties that we experience in life directly impact our ability to thrive. Taking the first steps to heal are difficult - I am here to help.
Are you struggling with anxiety, addiction, grief, or depression? Have you experienced trauma or abuse? Are you a first responder or front-line worker who is exposed to long-term stress? The difficulties that we experience in life directly impact our ability to thrive. Taking the first steps to heal are difficult - I am here to help.
(289) 806-5068 View (289) 806-5068
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Nicole Philippa Sparrow
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1N
I follow a client-centered approach that is rooted in a sincere and heartfelt respect for the painful reality of personal and relational struggles, trauma and mental illness; the courage and strength it takes to confront and work with these challenges; and the potential that lies in each of us to transcend these struggles. I hold a nurturing space for my clients in which they feel safe to explore their unique challenges and encounter and nurture their strengths. I do so with empathy, compassion, and gentle encouragement to keep moving toward a more positive experience of self and others.
I follow a client-centered approach that is rooted in a sincere and heartfelt respect for the painful reality of personal and relational struggles, trauma and mental illness; the courage and strength it takes to confront and work with these challenges; and the potential that lies in each of us to transcend these struggles. I hold a nurturing space for my clients in which they feel safe to explore their unique challenges and encounter and nurture their strengths. I do so with empathy, compassion, and gentle encouragement to keep moving toward a more positive experience of self and others.
(289) 212-6244 View (289) 212-6244
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Emma Vester
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MPsy
Verified Verified
Whitby, ON L1N
As your therapist, I will guide you through your own journey with your mental health. I hope to improve your quality of life, better your relationship with yourself, and be there for you when you need me. I focus on managing stress, reducing symptoms of anxiety, regulating your nervous system, increasing your self-awareness, processing trauma and trauma related disorders (PTSD), emotional pain, and working through shame and self-criticism.
As your therapist, I will guide you through your own journey with your mental health. I hope to improve your quality of life, better your relationship with yourself, and be there for you when you need me. I focus on managing stress, reducing symptoms of anxiety, regulating your nervous system, increasing your self-awareness, processing trauma and trauma related disorders (PTSD), emotional pain, and working through shame and self-criticism.
(289) 401-1769 View (289) 401-1769
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Shivani Dass
Registered Social Worker, PhD, MA, MSW, RSW, CRC-rtd
Verified Verified
Whitby, ON L1R  (Online Only)
Problems are inevitable and normal in life, some can be small and some bigger than one can handle. At that time an extra set of hands surely help. I can be that extra set of hands to pick you up when you are down by listening to you without judging, guiding you to get back to the rhythm of life, and cheering you from side lines, using some time tested techniques that have helped many to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, anger issues, addictions and grief, to name a few. I have helped many people in my 25 years of professional life in USA and Canada. I invite you to join me to explore your unending possibilities in life.
Problems are inevitable and normal in life, some can be small and some bigger than one can handle. At that time an extra set of hands surely help. I can be that extra set of hands to pick you up when you are down by listening to you without judging, guiding you to get back to the rhythm of life, and cheering you from side lines, using some time tested techniques that have helped many to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, anger issues, addictions and grief, to name a few. I have helped many people in my 25 years of professional life in USA and Canada. I invite you to join me to explore your unending possibilities in life.
(289) 278-8735 View (289) 278-8735
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Rachel Brennan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), HBSc, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1M  (Online Only)
I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem + body image, trauma and more.
Accepting new clients. Do you feel like your anxiety stops you from living your life? Like self critical thoughts are always running through your mind and your brain won't "shut off"? Or maybe you've been through trauma that keeps affecting you in the present? I support teens and adults to help you have more confidence, feel more in charge of your own life and finally feel hopeful about your future again. My work is rooted in compassion and together we can equip you with the tools to cope with life's challenges, understand yourself better, and go from surviving to thriving to create the life that you deserve.
I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem + body image, trauma and more.
Accepting new clients. Do you feel like your anxiety stops you from living your life? Like self critical thoughts are always running through your mind and your brain won't "shut off"? Or maybe you've been through trauma that keeps affecting you in the present? I support teens and adults to help you have more confidence, feel more in charge of your own life and finally feel hopeful about your future again. My work is rooted in compassion and together we can equip you with the tools to cope with life's challenges, understand yourself better, and go from surviving to thriving to create the life that you deserve.
(289) 290-5243 View (289) 290-5243
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Emily Simkins-Strong
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Whitby, ON L1N
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist licensed to work with children, adolescents, and families. I have expertise providing assessment and treatment for children and youth struggling with a range of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, OCD, emotion regulation struggles, and parent-child or family relational difficulties. I have particular experience and interest in the treatment of trauma-related struggles, including PTSD and attachment difficulties. I believe strongly in creating a safe, warm, playful, and accepting space in the therapy room, and in including parents in their child's treatment whenever possible.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist licensed to work with children, adolescents, and families. I have expertise providing assessment and treatment for children and youth struggling with a range of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, OCD, emotion regulation struggles, and parent-child or family relational difficulties. I have particular experience and interest in the treatment of trauma-related struggles, including PTSD and attachment difficulties. I believe strongly in creating a safe, warm, playful, and accepting space in the therapy room, and in including parents in their child's treatment whenever possible.
(289) 812-1892 View (289) 812-1892
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Daniela Glaser
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Whitby, ON L1N  (Online Only)
I work from a Trauma-informed lens and combine a variety of evidence-based practices with holistic practices.
Life brings a series of changes and transitions as well as impactful moments that at times we may feel define our lives. It is within our nature for our minds and bodies to respond to a variety of life stressors and traumatic incidents. I work with children, adolescents, individuals, and families who have faced trauma, anxiety, difficulties with changes, amongst other difficulties stemming from transitions and trauma. I support my clients through embarking on a healing process where conditioned thoughts and behaviours rooted in survival and trauma are unlearned and released through an integrative approach. Offering walk&talk therapy
I work from a Trauma-informed lens and combine a variety of evidence-based practices with holistic practices.
Life brings a series of changes and transitions as well as impactful moments that at times we may feel define our lives. It is within our nature for our minds and bodies to respond to a variety of life stressors and traumatic incidents. I work with children, adolescents, individuals, and families who have faced trauma, anxiety, difficulties with changes, amongst other difficulties stemming from transitions and trauma. I support my clients through embarking on a healing process where conditioned thoughts and behaviours rooted in survival and trauma are unlearned and released through an integrative approach. Offering walk&talk therapy
(647) 446-9869 View (647) 446-9869

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Trauma and PTSD Counsellors

When should I seek treatment for trauma?

Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.

How long does trauma therapy take?

Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.

What happens if trauma is left untreated?

Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.

Can PTSD come back after treatment?

It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.