Photo of Amita Upadhyay, Psychiatrist in Rocklin, CA
Amita Upadhyay
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH
Verified Verified
Rocklin, CA 95677
Does your child struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, social skills or low self esteem? I specialize in child and adolescent psychiatry. Since research has shown that the most effective treatment combination is psychotherapy and medication, I like to use evidence based treatments in my practice and tend to be conservative in my approach to medications. I use a patient centered approach to care. I understand that mental health treatment is unique to each patient and their family and I strive to help each patient with their individual need. I offer tools such as meditation and exercise as opposed to a medication only approach.
Does your child struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, social skills or low self esteem? I specialize in child and adolescent psychiatry. Since research has shown that the most effective treatment combination is psychotherapy and medication, I like to use evidence based treatments in my practice and tend to be conservative in my approach to medications. I use a patient centered approach to care. I understand that mental health treatment is unique to each patient and their family and I strive to help each patient with their individual need. I offer tools such as meditation and exercise as opposed to a medication only approach.
(916) 378-6080 View (916) 378-6080

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Photo of Samir Hamed, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Rocklin, CA
Samir Hamed
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95747
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Allied Healers treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Allied Healers, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Allied Healers treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Allied Healers, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
(916) 237-9585 View (916) 237-9585
Photo of Naveen Mishra, Psychiatrist in Rocklin, CA
Naveen Mishra
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95661  (Online Only)
I take a Holistic Approach when addressing Your Psychiatric Care. I feel that Psychotherapy, Medication Management, Diet, Nutrition, Exercise and a Good Support System are essential Pieces to a Healthy Mind and Body. A D.O. or Doctor of Osteopathy undergoes the same training as an M.D. The key difference is that D.O.'s receive extra training in the interconnected system of nerves, muscles and bones that make up two-thirds of your body. In Psychiatry, this translates into treating the "whole person." For more information, please visit: The American Osteopathic Asssociation Website.
I take a Holistic Approach when addressing Your Psychiatric Care. I feel that Psychotherapy, Medication Management, Diet, Nutrition, Exercise and a Good Support System are essential Pieces to a Healthy Mind and Body. A D.O. or Doctor of Osteopathy undergoes the same training as an M.D. The key difference is that D.O.'s receive extra training in the interconnected system of nerves, muscles and bones that make up two-thirds of your body. In Psychiatry, this translates into treating the "whole person." For more information, please visit: The American Osteopathic Asssociation Website.
(530) 236-6488 View (530) 236-6488
Photo of Penny Greaves, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Rocklin, CA
Penny Greaves
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95678  (Online Only)
Penny Greaves has over twenty years of Nursing experience and received her bachelor's in nursing in 2007 and a Master's of Nursing with a primary care nurse practitioner certificate in 2010 from Ryerson University, in Toronto, Canada. She obtained her Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) degree in 2021 from the National University and is dual certified with the ANCC in psychiatry and the AANP in family practice. She is currently pursuing a psychology doctorate degree (PsyD) to improve health outcomes. She is experienced with adults, adults with addictions, complex mental health problems, geriatrics, and dementia.
Penny Greaves has over twenty years of Nursing experience and received her bachelor's in nursing in 2007 and a Master's of Nursing with a primary care nurse practitioner certificate in 2010 from Ryerson University, in Toronto, Canada. She obtained her Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) degree in 2021 from the National University and is dual certified with the ANCC in psychiatry and the AANP in family practice. She is currently pursuing a psychology doctorate degree (PsyD) to improve health outcomes. She is experienced with adults, adults with addictions, complex mental health problems, geriatrics, and dementia.
(805) 429-8050 View (805) 429-8050
Photo of Insights Psychiatric - Heather Rosdail, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Rocklin, CA
Insights Psychiatric - Heather Rosdail
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95678
Hi, I'm Heather, an experienced mental health professional dedicated to your well-being and personal growth. With compassion and expertise, I create a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Together, we'll tailor evidence-based treatments to your unique needs. If you're ready to embark on this transformative path towards a healthier and happier life, I warmly invite you to connect with me. Let's work together to unlock your inner strengths and facilitate positive change.
Hi, I'm Heather, an experienced mental health professional dedicated to your well-being and personal growth. With compassion and expertise, I create a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Together, we'll tailor evidence-based treatments to your unique needs. If you're ready to embark on this transformative path towards a healthier and happier life, I warmly invite you to connect with me. Let's work together to unlock your inner strengths and facilitate positive change.
(916) 277-9010 View (916) 277-9010
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Well Psyche Medical Group Inc
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95747
www.WellPsyche.com Balancing mental and physical wellness is an art and a science! Dr. Adel is an expert in the field of psychiatry. He treats children, adolescents, and adults. His practice offers the latest in Telemedicine, allowing you to visit with your doctor from the convenience of your home or work. Dr. Adel takes a conservative approach to medication management and strives to help his clients consistently function at their best without side effects.
www.WellPsyche.com Balancing mental and physical wellness is an art and a science! Dr. Adel is an expert in the field of psychiatry. He treats children, adolescents, and adults. His practice offers the latest in Telemedicine, allowing you to visit with your doctor from the convenience of your home or work. Dr. Adel takes a conservative approach to medication management and strives to help his clients consistently function at their best without side effects.
(424) 351-9037 View (424) 351-9037
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VirtualPsychiatricCare.com
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, APRN
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95843  (Online Only)
Accepting new patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations, talk therapy, and medication management. Our clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make your appointment in our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. We offer affordable out-of-pocket visit rates
Accepting new patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations, talk therapy, and medication management. Our clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make your appointment in our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. We offer affordable out-of-pocket visit rates
(669) 239-2180 View (669) 239-2180

Online Psychiatrists

Photo of J Helen Wyman, Psychiatrist in Rocklin, CA
J Helen Wyman
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94109  (Online Only)
Dr. Wyman is a licensed physician. She strives to understand her patients beyond their symptoms or diagnoses, to understand them as whole people with unique values, beliefs and hopes. Her clinical interests include complex and developmental trauma, adult ADHD, and psychoanalytic psychotherapy. She treats patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, adult ADHD, and other common and complex conditions.
Dr. Wyman is a licensed physician. She strives to understand her patients beyond their symptoms or diagnoses, to understand them as whole people with unique values, beliefs and hopes. Her clinical interests include complex and developmental trauma, adult ADHD, and psychoanalytic psychotherapy. She treats patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, adult ADHD, and other common and complex conditions.
(628) 228-6252 View (628) 228-6252
Photo of Angelica Luciano, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Rocklin, CA
Angelica Luciano
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94132
I treat common psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, and ADHD . I incorporate multiple modalities, including medication management, mindfulness, education, and brief supportive talk therapy to treat you as a unique individual and not a text-book. I use a bio-psycho-social framework. Understanding that psychiatric illnesses may have biological causes, like thyroid problems, the effects of certain medications, or genetic predisposition.
I treat common psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, and ADHD . I incorporate multiple modalities, including medication management, mindfulness, education, and brief supportive talk therapy to treat you as a unique individual and not a text-book. I use a bio-psycho-social framework. Understanding that psychiatric illnesses may have biological causes, like thyroid problems, the effects of certain medications, or genetic predisposition.
(415) 761-3906 View (415) 761-3906
Photo of Kara Zertuche, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Rocklin, CA
Kara Zertuche
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95814
I have experience and enjoy working with people with various abilities, those who are neurodiverse, folks with different experiences of trauma, and differing sexual orientations and gender identities.
I am a licensed and board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have been practicing exclusively in mental health since 2021. am passionate about mental health, and I enjoy therapeutically helping patients with medication management. My approach centers around meeting people where they are and shared decision making. To me, this means I work together with patients as a team, and I provide up-to-date and evidence-based information to help guide the decision-making process. I have a non-judgmental, supportive, empathetic, and warm style.
I have experience and enjoy working with people with various abilities, those who are neurodiverse, folks with different experiences of trauma, and differing sexual orientations and gender identities.
I am a licensed and board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have been practicing exclusively in mental health since 2021. am passionate about mental health, and I enjoy therapeutically helping patients with medication management. My approach centers around meeting people where they are and shared decision making. To me, this means I work together with patients as a team, and I provide up-to-date and evidence-based information to help guide the decision-making process. I have a non-judgmental, supportive, empathetic, and warm style.
(916) 694-0355 View (916) 694-0355
Photo of Jennique 'jenn' Simplice, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Rocklin, CA
Jennique 'jenn' Simplice
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Alameda, CA 94501  (Online Only)
Simplice specializes in mood disorders, ADHD, depression, post-partum depression, PTSD, anxiety, schizophrenia and more.
Jenn Simplice is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a master’s degree from Charles R. Drew University. Jenn received her bachelors on the East Coast from New Jersey City University and is originally from the Bronx, New York. Jenn migrated to the West Coast as a travel RN where she completed her masters and currently continues to reside in southern CA. Jenn is a dedicated and compassionate provider who makes the safety and wellbeing of her patient a top priority, she serves patients of all age populations including adolescents, adults, and the geriatric community.
Simplice specializes in mood disorders, ADHD, depression, post-partum depression, PTSD, anxiety, schizophrenia and more.
Jenn Simplice is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a master’s degree from Charles R. Drew University. Jenn received her bachelors on the East Coast from New Jersey City University and is originally from the Bronx, New York. Jenn migrated to the West Coast as a travel RN where she completed her masters and currently continues to reside in southern CA. Jenn is a dedicated and compassionate provider who makes the safety and wellbeing of her patient a top priority, she serves patients of all age populations including adolescents, adults, and the geriatric community.
(424) 722-3659 View (424) 722-3659
Photo of Kevin Wesley Lu, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Rocklin, CA
Kevin Wesley Lu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94104
Are you facing challenges with anxiety, depression, or attention-related issues? Kevin is a board-certified Psychiatry PMHNP, ensuring you receive care from a qualified professional with a solid foundation in psychiatric nursing. With a focus on Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar, and more, Kevin brings a wealth of experience in addressing a wide range of mental health issues. His diverse specialization allows for a nuanced and tailored approach to your needs.
Are you facing challenges with anxiety, depression, or attention-related issues? Kevin is a board-certified Psychiatry PMHNP, ensuring you receive care from a qualified professional with a solid foundation in psychiatric nursing. With a focus on Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar, and more, Kevin brings a wealth of experience in addressing a wide range of mental health issues. His diverse specialization allows for a nuanced and tailored approach to your needs.
(714) 583-6822 View (714) 583-6822
Photo of Richard Liu, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Rocklin, CA
Richard Liu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94104
Are you struggling with challenges related to anxiety, depression, or attention? Meet Richard, a board-certified Psychiatry PMHNP, ensuring you receive care from a qualified professional grounded in psychiatric nursing. Specializing in Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar, and more, Richard offers extensive experience in addressing various mental health issues. His broad expertise allows for a customized approach to meet your unique needs.
Are you struggling with challenges related to anxiety, depression, or attention? Meet Richard, a board-certified Psychiatry PMHNP, ensuring you receive care from a qualified professional grounded in psychiatric nursing. Specializing in Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar, and more, Richard offers extensive experience in addressing various mental health issues. His broad expertise allows for a customized approach to meet your unique needs.
(949) 991-4897 View (949) 991-4897
Photo of Mottsin Thomas, Psychiatrist in Rocklin, CA
Mottsin Thomas
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95814  (Online Only)
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and OCD.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and OCD.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
(833) 698-0279 View (833) 698-0279
Photo of Dr. Hadia Shafi, Psychiatrist in Rocklin, CA
Dr. Hadia Shafi
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94123
I'm a Duke-trained holistic Adult and Geriatric psychiatrist who specializes in working with adults, mothers, and older adults who struggle with ADHD, trauma, depression, and anxiety while navigating through major life transitions such as parenthood and the aging process. I help my patients break the cycle of failure and self-doubt, reconnect to their life’s purpose, optimize their health and longevity, and overall feel more fulfilled in their personal and professional lives. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health care, where individuals are seen as more than their symptoms, and treatment encompasses both mind and body.
I'm a Duke-trained holistic Adult and Geriatric psychiatrist who specializes in working with adults, mothers, and older adults who struggle with ADHD, trauma, depression, and anxiety while navigating through major life transitions such as parenthood and the aging process. I help my patients break the cycle of failure and self-doubt, reconnect to their life’s purpose, optimize their health and longevity, and overall feel more fulfilled in their personal and professional lives. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health care, where individuals are seen as more than their symptoms, and treatment encompasses both mind and body.
(415) 849-4921 View (415) 849-4921
Photo of Karin Hastik, M.D., Psychiatrist in Rocklin, CA
Karin Hastik, M.D.
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94104
My practice utilizes a personalized approach to the psychiatric treatment of adolescents and adults. I focus on comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and individualized treatment of a variety of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, attention deficit disorder and post traumatic stress related conditions as well as work related interpersonal challenges and coaching. I work with adolescents and adults to ensure your best care through behavioral interventions, psychotherapy, nutritional analysis, and medication management. Genetic testing and functional medicine are an integral part of my practice and patient care.
My practice utilizes a personalized approach to the psychiatric treatment of adolescents and adults. I focus on comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and individualized treatment of a variety of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, attention deficit disorder and post traumatic stress related conditions as well as work related interpersonal challenges and coaching. I work with adolescents and adults to ensure your best care through behavioral interventions, psychotherapy, nutritional analysis, and medication management. Genetic testing and functional medicine are an integral part of my practice and patient care.
(415) 408-7009 View (415) 408-7009
Photo of Tara N Valenzuela, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Rocklin, CA
Tara N Valenzuela
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704  (Online Only)
She also helps with healing for survivors of trauma and PTSD.
Dr. Tara Valenzuela DNP, PMHNP-BC. is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She treats mental health across the lifespan. Her treatments are healing-centered, education-forward, person-focused. This involves customized strategies that may begin with therapy and medication, and can involve holistic planning including nutrition and activity to treat the whole person. She aligns with the idea that Nursing is the facilitation of healing, and works to provide intervention, education, and advocacy. Dr. Tara Valenzuela believes psychiatric treatment allows a life worth living to be lived.
She also helps with healing for survivors of trauma and PTSD.
Dr. Tara Valenzuela DNP, PMHNP-BC. is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She treats mental health across the lifespan. Her treatments are healing-centered, education-forward, person-focused. This involves customized strategies that may begin with therapy and medication, and can involve holistic planning including nutrition and activity to treat the whole person. She aligns with the idea that Nursing is the facilitation of healing, and works to provide intervention, education, and advocacy. Dr. Tara Valenzuela believes psychiatric treatment allows a life worth living to be lived.
(415) 870-3670 View (415) 870-3670
Photo of Mottsin Thomas, Psychiatrist in Rocklin, CA
Mottsin Thomas
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95814  (Online Only)
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and OCD.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and OCD.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
(650) 686-5441 View (650) 686-5441
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VirtualPsychiatricCare.com
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Hayward, CA 94541  (Online Only)
Accepting new patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. I treat anyone suffering with depression, anxiety, or any other mental health issue that is adversely affecting optimal functioning. Our clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make your appointment in our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. We offer affordable rates-Initial Psychiatric Eval $249, Follow-ups are $99
Accepting new patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. I treat anyone suffering with depression, anxiety, or any other mental health issue that is adversely affecting optimal functioning. Our clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make your appointment in our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. We offer affordable rates-Initial Psychiatric Eval $249, Follow-ups are $99
(909) 378-9879 View (909) 378-9879
Photo of VirtualPsychiatricCare.com, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Rocklin, CA
VirtualPsychiatricCare.com
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, APRN
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102  (Online Only)
Accepting new patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations, talk therapy, and medication management. Our clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make your appointment in our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. We offer affordable visit rates.
Accepting new patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations, talk therapy, and medication management. Our clients are looking to be properly diagnosed and treated using the safest prescribing principles. Make your appointment in our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. We offer affordable visit rates.
(424) 372-4774 View (424) 372-4774

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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.