Trauma and PTSD Therapists in 77410

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Jennifer Uherek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77410
I specialize in helping couples and survivors of trauma, to include childhood abuse of all types as well as recent trauma.
I am a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist with 25+ years of experience helping individuals, couples and families experience positive life change. I treat a wide variety of issues, and hold a special place in my heart for those with deeply rooted pain and injuries from childhood trauma and or sexual abuse and am honored to share in the healing journey as we learn not just to survive, but to thrive! Some of the other issues I treat include Dissociative disorders, codependency, Attachment issues, Behavioral issues, Depression and Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Impulsivity, Divorce, Grief, Sexuality/gender related issues, self-esteem.
I specialize in helping couples and survivors of trauma, to include childhood abuse of all types as well as recent trauma.
I am a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist with 25+ years of experience helping individuals, couples and families experience positive life change. I treat a wide variety of issues, and hold a special place in my heart for those with deeply rooted pain and injuries from childhood trauma and or sexual abuse and am honored to share in the healing journey as we learn not just to survive, but to thrive! Some of the other issues I treat include Dissociative disorders, codependency, Attachment issues, Behavioral issues, Depression and Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Impulsivity, Divorce, Grief, Sexuality/gender related issues, self-esteem.
(832) 501-2655 View (832) 501-2655
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Tremisha Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410  (Online Only)
I am experienced in treating many client issues via psychotherapy including: depression, anxiety, behavioral concerns, family conflict, relational discord, self-esteem, trauma, anger management, and stress management.
Throughout life, we can encounter a multitude of experiences that can leave us with uncertainty, stress, feeling overwhelmed, and an overall sense of dissatisfaction. Seeking counseling can be a tremendous asset in navigating through the twists and turns that life can present to us. Therapy provided in a supportive and non-judgmental setting can help facilitate the positive changes you seek to achieve in your life by allowing you a safe place to openly explore and effectively address problem areas.
I am experienced in treating many client issues via psychotherapy including: depression, anxiety, behavioral concerns, family conflict, relational discord, self-esteem, trauma, anger management, and stress management.
Throughout life, we can encounter a multitude of experiences that can leave us with uncertainty, stress, feeling overwhelmed, and an overall sense of dissatisfaction. Seeking counseling can be a tremendous asset in navigating through the twists and turns that life can present to us. Therapy provided in a supportive and non-judgmental setting can help facilitate the positive changes you seek to achieve in your life by allowing you a safe place to openly explore and effectively address problem areas.
(281) 825-3204 View (281) 825-3204
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Craig R Ordoyne
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy approach for treating complex trauma.
I believe each client should receive individualized therapy that is tailored to their specific needs. I look forward to understanding and assisting the client with challenges they may be facing. It is my goal to provide a comfortable and safe environment in order to promote awareness and growth.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy approach for treating complex trauma.
I believe each client should receive individualized therapy that is tailored to their specific needs. I look forward to understanding and assisting the client with challenges they may be facing. It is my goal to provide a comfortable and safe environment in order to promote awareness and growth.
(833) 715-3406 View (833) 715-3406
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Ellie Mental Health Cypress West
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77410
We have therapists that specialize in trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, stress, marital struggles, premarital counseling, working with children, OCD, ASD, self esteem, PTSD, ADHD, phobias, anger management, and a myriad of other diagnosis.
Ellie Mental Health in Cypress West, Texas isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs. We have therapists to fit your needs and currently, we have immediate openings.
We have therapists that specialize in trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, stress, marital struggles, premarital counseling, working with children, OCD, ASD, self esteem, PTSD, ADHD, phobias, anger management, and a myriad of other diagnosis.
Ellie Mental Health in Cypress West, Texas isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs. We have therapists to fit your needs and currently, we have immediate openings.
(832) 501-2914 View (832) 501-2914
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Susan Brunson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77410  (Online Only)
Trauma sets up PTSD in our brains/bodies.
I do Teletherapy (computer or phone) Only & serve all of Alabama and Texas. I specialize in helping people heal from trauma. I provide advanced therapy that works on deep issues with efficacy. Experienced with Boy Scout sexual abuse, priest/clergy sexual abuse, survivors of child trafficking, incest, physical & emotional abuse, neglect, domestic violence, chronic bullying. Natural disasters. Military PTSD, First Responders. Social Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Grief, PostPartum issues.
Trauma sets up PTSD in our brains/bodies.
I do Teletherapy (computer or phone) Only & serve all of Alabama and Texas. I specialize in helping people heal from trauma. I provide advanced therapy that works on deep issues with efficacy. Experienced with Boy Scout sexual abuse, priest/clergy sexual abuse, survivors of child trafficking, incest, physical & emotional abuse, neglect, domestic violence, chronic bullying. Natural disasters. Military PTSD, First Responders. Social Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Grief, PostPartum issues.
(346) 201-5818 View (346) 201-5818
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Faith Carroll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410  (Online Only)
Are you ready to make a change in your life? If you’re struggling with mental health, grief, trauma, relationships or life changes it may be time to lean into the support of a professional. I’m a social worker and chemical dependency counselor licensed in Texas and I’d love to support you on your healing journey of self-discovery. I graduated from Our Lady of the Lake University with a masters in social work with an emphasis on studies of Hispanic children and families. During my career I have worked with those battling addiction and mental illness. It’s a passion of mine to work with those struggling and their families.
Are you ready to make a change in your life? If you’re struggling with mental health, grief, trauma, relationships or life changes it may be time to lean into the support of a professional. I’m a social worker and chemical dependency counselor licensed in Texas and I’d love to support you on your healing journey of self-discovery. I graduated from Our Lady of the Lake University with a masters in social work with an emphasis on studies of Hispanic children and families. During my career I have worked with those battling addiction and mental illness. It’s a passion of mine to work with those struggling and their families.
(832) 281-5506 View (832) 281-5506
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L. B. Johnson Therapeutics Pllc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DPC, LCSW, LCDC, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410
I am a therapist who specializes in suicidal ideation and depression. My clients come to me feeling hopeless, helpless, and feeling like there is no reason to live. Some days, They may feel like they lack motivation to do anything they usually enjoy and are interested in doing. I also focus on anxiety, trauma, relationships, and life phases. I am a LCSW, LCDC, and I'm certified by the Missouri Academy for Child Trauma Studies for Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy to help teens rewrite their stories and heal from trauma.
I am a therapist who specializes in suicidal ideation and depression. My clients come to me feeling hopeless, helpless, and feeling like there is no reason to live. Some days, They may feel like they lack motivation to do anything they usually enjoy and are interested in doing. I also focus on anxiety, trauma, relationships, and life phases. I am a LCSW, LCDC, and I'm certified by the Missouri Academy for Child Trauma Studies for Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy to help teens rewrite their stories and heal from trauma.
(832) 219-6542 View (832) 219-6542
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Jennifer B Jessen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77410
My goal is to help clients achieve success in their lives by providing tools for coping with their current situations, feelings, and behaviors while maintaining a safe, warm, accepting, and trustworthy environment. I use a variety of methods and techniques to meet the personalized needs of the individual client. My areas of interest include but are not limited to grief, trauma, and loss, stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, and communication issues.
My goal is to help clients achieve success in their lives by providing tools for coping with their current situations, feelings, and behaviors while maintaining a safe, warm, accepting, and trustworthy environment. I use a variety of methods and techniques to meet the personalized needs of the individual client. My areas of interest include but are not limited to grief, trauma, and loss, stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, and communication issues.
(832) 463-2728 View (832) 463-2728
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Christina Runnels
MA, LPC-S, LCDC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410
Waitlist for new clients
I also have additional training in attachment issues in children and adults, adoption, LGTBQ issues, sex therapy, parenting a difficult child, birth trauma, and working through other traumas.
I proudly supporting pregnant and postpartum families in their journeys towards feeling healthy and whole. My style is eclectic because I tailor treatment to fit each person's individual needs. My services are provided in a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel safe to explore new solutions.
I also have additional training in attachment issues in children and adults, adoption, LGTBQ issues, sex therapy, parenting a difficult child, birth trauma, and working through other traumas.
I proudly supporting pregnant and postpartum families in their journeys towards feeling healthy and whole. My style is eclectic because I tailor treatment to fit each person's individual needs. My services are provided in a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel safe to explore new solutions.
(281) 299-3471 View (281) 299-3471
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Dr. Destonie Cormier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410
The ideal person for me to work with has a genuine desire to change and improve their life. Trauma, depression, grief, and anxiety are all thieves of joy, so there must be a willingness to confront these issues. Together, we can work together to confront pain and suffering to create positive change.
The ideal person for me to work with has a genuine desire to change and improve their life. Trauma, depression, grief, and anxiety are all thieves of joy, so there must be a willingness to confront these issues. Together, we can work together to confront pain and suffering to create positive change.
(832) 937-4456 View (832) 937-4456
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Jeffrey Connor Hook
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410
I work with children and adolescents/individuals 8 and older regarding a variety of issues that include bullying, substance abuse, behavioral disorders, trauma and depressive disorders.
Hello! My name is Mr. Connor Hook and I am a Licensed Professional Counseling Associate. I received my B.A in Sociology with a minor in Educational Psychology from Baylor University and my M.A from Houston Christian University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have worked at The Adolescent Center of Houston and The Center for Success and Independence. I am committed to helping individuals reduce their suffering that they may be experiencing but also help them find some light to start moving towards developing their goals to create a meaningful life for themselves. I am supervised by Ms. Nicole Ponce, LPC-S
I work with children and adolescents/individuals 8 and older regarding a variety of issues that include bullying, substance abuse, behavioral disorders, trauma and depressive disorders.
Hello! My name is Mr. Connor Hook and I am a Licensed Professional Counseling Associate. I received my B.A in Sociology with a minor in Educational Psychology from Baylor University and my M.A from Houston Christian University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have worked at The Adolescent Center of Houston and The Center for Success and Independence. I am committed to helping individuals reduce their suffering that they may be experiencing but also help them find some light to start moving towards developing their goals to create a meaningful life for themselves. I am supervised by Ms. Nicole Ponce, LPC-S
(346) 483-3591 View (346) 483-3591
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Laura Thorsten
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410
There are countless benefits when engaging in psychotherapy with the right practitioner for you. Deep and lasting change can occur in various areas of your life, and I am honored to help my clients reach their desired goals. Some of my clients simply want to feel less anxious while others may want to continue their journey of healing from trauma. I provide a safe space for clients to explore their truthful thoughts and feelings and also provide strategies to use outside of sessions. Additionally, I have a great deal of experience working with couples who report success toward their goals. My training is extensive and ongoing.
There are countless benefits when engaging in psychotherapy with the right practitioner for you. Deep and lasting change can occur in various areas of your life, and I am honored to help my clients reach their desired goals. Some of my clients simply want to feel less anxious while others may want to continue their journey of healing from trauma. I provide a safe space for clients to explore their truthful thoughts and feelings and also provide strategies to use outside of sessions. Additionally, I have a great deal of experience working with couples who report success toward their goals. My training is extensive and ongoing.
(832) 462-7019 View (832) 462-7019
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Sequoia Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77410
So often we live our lives "stuck." Stuck in the same patterns of thinking, the same unhealthy habits, the same problems in our relationships. Our best efforts may not be enough to free us. Other times, our lives are disrupted by unexpected difficulties, like loss, trauma, or infidelity. The process of counseling can be both challenging and life-changing, and is frequently a means which provides refuge, freedom, and restoration in relationship. Whatever your present difficulties, we are dedicated to partnering with you by offering a genuine, caring relationship, quality interventions, and an unwavering hope for healing.
So often we live our lives "stuck." Stuck in the same patterns of thinking, the same unhealthy habits, the same problems in our relationships. Our best efforts may not be enough to free us. Other times, our lives are disrupted by unexpected difficulties, like loss, trauma, or infidelity. The process of counseling can be both challenging and life-changing, and is frequently a means which provides refuge, freedom, and restoration in relationship. Whatever your present difficulties, we are dedicated to partnering with you by offering a genuine, caring relationship, quality interventions, and an unwavering hope for healing.
(281) 918-7875 View (281) 918-7875
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Joann Baly
LMSW
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77410  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Houston in Texas. I am currently a Medical Case Manager Supervisor with 20 years of experience in IDD and physical impairment. I utilize a multidimensional approach to therapy, exploring each individual's biological, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. I desire to come alongside others to assist them in healing from trauma, building self-worth, improving communication in their relationships, and reaching their goals.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Houston in Texas. I am currently a Medical Case Manager Supervisor with 20 years of experience in IDD and physical impairment. I utilize a multidimensional approach to therapy, exploring each individual's biological, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. I desire to come alongside others to assist them in healing from trauma, building self-worth, improving communication in their relationships, and reaching their goals.
(281) 226-9357 View (281) 226-9357
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Laura Aguirre
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410
Life is messy. Talking about it helps. Circumstances in life can cause us to lose sight of ourselves and who we are called to be. Depression and anxiety can creep in or hit us all at once. Trauma can leave lasting wounds. Grief happens and there is no timeline for healing. Relationships with others can become complicated and confusing. Together we can figure out why you can’t escape from negative thought patterns, where your lack of self-confidence comes from, what’s at the root of your anxious feelings and worry, find freedom from the need to be perfect, process trauma from past experiences, find relief from depression, and more.
Life is messy. Talking about it helps. Circumstances in life can cause us to lose sight of ourselves and who we are called to be. Depression and anxiety can creep in or hit us all at once. Trauma can leave lasting wounds. Grief happens and there is no timeline for healing. Relationships with others can become complicated and confusing. Together we can figure out why you can’t escape from negative thought patterns, where your lack of self-confidence comes from, what’s at the root of your anxious feelings and worry, find freedom from the need to be perfect, process trauma from past experiences, find relief from depression, and more.
(346) 488-6917 View (346) 488-6917
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Donald Snow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77410
If you feel like you are suffering from anxiety, depression, or have experienced a trauma.
It can be difficult to admit when we are struggling. In a world that can be harsh and unforgiving, we may learn to believe that showing vulnerability means we are weak. That if we share our fears and anxieties with others, we are burdening them or giving them ammunition to use against us in the future. These are all common beliefs held by some when I first see them. Asking for help is not easy. I want you to know that while it may not feel like it, the fact that you are reading this right now is evidence of strength, not weakness. It proves you are working to better your life. Together, we will make sure you achieve that!
If you feel like you are suffering from anxiety, depression, or have experienced a trauma.
It can be difficult to admit when we are struggling. In a world that can be harsh and unforgiving, we may learn to believe that showing vulnerability means we are weak. That if we share our fears and anxieties with others, we are burdening them or giving them ammunition to use against us in the future. These are all common beliefs held by some when I first see them. Asking for help is not easy. I want you to know that while it may not feel like it, the fact that you are reading this right now is evidence of strength, not weakness. It proves you are working to better your life. Together, we will make sure you achieve that!
(281) 712-6236 View (281) 712-6236
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Tori Prophet
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating postpartum depression, anxiety, and birth trauma, and offer 90-180 minute Brainspotting Therapy Intensives to allow for deeper, more meaningful work.
As a mom, you're constantly juggling the high demands of parenting, your career, and your marriage, all of which can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and on edge. You find yourself irritable, snapping at your loved ones, and questioning your ability to manage it all. The pressure to "do it all" - raise your children, excel in your career, maintain your home and relationships, and somehow fit in self-care - can seem unending and impossible. This chronic stress and anxiety not only strain your mental health but can also lead to long-term physical health problems. You're not alone - there's hope and help available.
I specialize in treating postpartum depression, anxiety, and birth trauma, and offer 90-180 minute Brainspotting Therapy Intensives to allow for deeper, more meaningful work.
As a mom, you're constantly juggling the high demands of parenting, your career, and your marriage, all of which can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and on edge. You find yourself irritable, snapping at your loved ones, and questioning your ability to manage it all. The pressure to "do it all" - raise your children, excel in your career, maintain your home and relationships, and somehow fit in self-care - can seem unending and impossible. This chronic stress and anxiety not only strain your mental health but can also lead to long-term physical health problems. You're not alone - there's hope and help available.
(281) 612-7871 View (281) 612-7871
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The Resilience Center of Houston
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410
We believe in the resilience of people and the human capacity to overcome even the most difficult of circumstances. We each have the ability to tap-in to our inner power to heal, and therapy can offer an ideal environment for transformation to happen. In therapy, the client is always the most powerful instrument for change. Therapy is not fixing problems or giving advice, it's walking with people in their journey and bearing witness to their deepest truth. Providing a securely attached relationship, the therapeutic bond offers a healthy templet for future relationships and can transform how I see ourselves, others, and the world.
We believe in the resilience of people and the human capacity to overcome even the most difficult of circumstances. We each have the ability to tap-in to our inner power to heal, and therapy can offer an ideal environment for transformation to happen. In therapy, the client is always the most powerful instrument for change. Therapy is not fixing problems or giving advice, it's walking with people in their journey and bearing witness to their deepest truth. Providing a securely attached relationship, the therapeutic bond offers a healthy templet for future relationships and can transform how I see ourselves, others, and the world.
(832) 742-6391 View (832) 742-6391
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Holly A. Crosby
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410
I am a therapist driven by a passion for helping others navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strength and resiliency. Life can be difficult. Sometimes these difficulties can start to weigh heavy and limit our abilities to see clearly, make decisions, and manage our daily life. It becomes clear that something needs to change, but finding the right place to start can be a challenge. I am here to help you untangle the mess and work toward healing and self-discovery. I aim to foster self-acceptance and personal growth and create an environment free from judgment where you can safely explore your emotions and experiences.
I am a therapist driven by a passion for helping others navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strength and resiliency. Life can be difficult. Sometimes these difficulties can start to weigh heavy and limit our abilities to see clearly, make decisions, and manage our daily life. It becomes clear that something needs to change, but finding the right place to start can be a challenge. I am here to help you untangle the mess and work toward healing and self-discovery. I aim to foster self-acceptance and personal growth and create an environment free from judgment where you can safely explore your emotions and experiences.
(281) 595-8161 View (281) 595-8161
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Healing Hearts Psychotherapy, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, RPT, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77410  (Online Only)
Your child has been sexually abused and your world has been turned upside down. You are angry. Horrified. And feeling betrayed. You're trying to manage your feelings while supporting your child and it's leaving you feeling overwhelmed. Your child won’t talk to you about it and they're struggling. You are desperate for help for your child. Or you may be an adult who’s experienced childhood sexual abuse and blame yourself for all the things that happened to you that you couldn’t control. You’ve spent years blocking it out, pushing it down, trying not to think about it or talk about it. But you can only avoid it for so long.
Your child has been sexually abused and your world has been turned upside down. You are angry. Horrified. And feeling betrayed. You're trying to manage your feelings while supporting your child and it's leaving you feeling overwhelmed. Your child won’t talk to you about it and they're struggling. You are desperate for help for your child. Or you may be an adult who’s experienced childhood sexual abuse and blame yourself for all the things that happened to you that you couldn’t control. You’ve spent years blocking it out, pushing it down, trying not to think about it or talk about it. But you can only avoid it for so long.
(281) 769-3217 View (281) 769-3217

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Trauma and PTSD Therapists

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.