Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists in 10165
Dr. Alexandra Kreitman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10165
She is especially interested in treating anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, OCD and ADHD.
Alexandra is a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner licensed in New York with experience in treating children/adolescents and adults. She completed her Doctorate in Nursing Practice at one of the nation's leading institutes, Columbia University School of Nursing and received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from NYU. Her approach toward mental health is holistic and integrative, with a focus on biological, psychological, and sociological factors that contribute to mental health and wellness.
She is especially interested in treating anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, OCD and ADHD.
Alexandra is a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner licensed in New York with experience in treating children/adolescents and adults. She completed her Doctorate in Nursing Practice at one of the nation's leading institutes, Columbia University School of Nursing and received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from NYU. Her approach toward mental health is holistic and integrative, with a focus on biological, psychological, and sociological factors that contribute to mental health and wellness.
SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP-BC, NP-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10165
Have you ever been prescribed medication and rushed out of the provider's door? No more! Are you in therapy now but feel like your symptoms are not improving? Our NY board-certified Family Nurse Practitioners are here to help you. We have experience in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other mental illnesses. We help women and families. We also have Medical Marijuana Practitioner.
Have you ever been prescribed medication and rushed out of the provider's door? No more! Are you in therapy now but feel like your symptoms are not improving? Our NY board-certified Family Nurse Practitioners are here to help you. We have experience in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other mental illnesses. We help women and families. We also have Medical Marijuana Practitioner.
Edith Onua
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10165
Have you been struggling to kick your addiction? Is your anxiety negatively affecting your daily routine? Are you in need of a mental health professional who offers compassionate support and medication management? You can envision how you want life to feel, but your mental health medication isn’t giving you the relief you need. You hope to find an empathetic, knowledgeable therapist who you can connect with and help you get on the right path to mental wellness. Edith at SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services is dedicated to understanding the unique needs and providing personalized support to every client ages 3 and above.
Have you been struggling to kick your addiction? Is your anxiety negatively affecting your daily routine? Are you in need of a mental health professional who offers compassionate support and medication management? You can envision how you want life to feel, but your mental health medication isn’t giving you the relief you need. You hope to find an empathetic, knowledgeable therapist who you can connect with and help you get on the right path to mental wellness. Edith at SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services is dedicated to understanding the unique needs and providing personalized support to every client ages 3 and above.
Veronica O’Meally-Tully
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10165
Does your daily life suffer because of your mental health issues? You can’t seem to get a grip on your anxiety or depression? Are you looking for a compassionate ally in your mental health journey? You yearn for understanding and unwavering support, but don’t know where to turn? If you are struggling to navigate life's challenges, Veronica is dedicated to creating a safe space for you to work through these challenges.
Does your daily life suffer because of your mental health issues? You can’t seem to get a grip on your anxiety or depression? Are you looking for a compassionate ally in your mental health journey? You yearn for understanding and unwavering support, but don’t know where to turn? If you are struggling to navigate life's challenges, Veronica is dedicated to creating a safe space for you to work through these challenges.
Vivian M Lee
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10165
Not accepting new clients
** Please note that Dr. Lee is not currently accepting new patients. ** Dr. Vivian Lee graduated summa cum laude at Harvard University and received her medical degree from Cornell Medical College. She completed her training in adult psychiatry at New York Presbyterian Hospital - Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Lee has expertise in both psychopharmacology and psychotherapy, and is thus able to provide integrated and comprehensive treatment tailored to each individual patient. Dr. Lee also has extensive experience in biomedical research and received her Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from Rockefeller University.
** Please note that Dr. Lee is not currently accepting new patients. ** Dr. Vivian Lee graduated summa cum laude at Harvard University and received her medical degree from Cornell Medical College. She completed her training in adult psychiatry at New York Presbyterian Hospital - Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Lee has expertise in both psychopharmacology and psychotherapy, and is thus able to provide integrated and comprehensive treatment tailored to each individual patient. Dr. Lee also has extensive experience in biomedical research and received her Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from Rockefeller University.
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Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists
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.