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Ace Oh
MA, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
Few things are harder than struggling alone. You might be holding onto pain from your family, friends, or past relationships. Or it could feel like you're stuck inside a traumatic event that chains your life. It might feel like no one understands how deeply sad, intensely angry, or desperately helpless you feel. But you're not alone. Healing from trauma is not just a concept; it is an attainable reality. It would be an honor to be invited on your journey towards healing, reparation and building a life worth living. I believe the goal of therapy is not just to stop the suffering, but to create a sustained life of thriving and joy.
Few things are harder than struggling alone. You might be holding onto pain from your family, friends, or past relationships. Or it could feel like you're stuck inside a traumatic event that chains your life. It might feel like no one understands how deeply sad, intensely angry, or desperately helpless you feel. But you're not alone. Healing from trauma is not just a concept; it is an attainable reality. It would be an honor to be invited on your journey towards healing, reparation and building a life worth living. I believe the goal of therapy is not just to stop the suffering, but to create a sustained life of thriving and joy.
(347) 497-3013 View (347) 497-3013
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Andrew Titus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
My ideal clients are navigating issues of identity, especially within the LGBTQIA+ community. I also work with folks who might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, addressing religious trauma, and/or confused about how to move forward in their lives. Anxiety, depression, identity issues, self esteem, and relationship patterns can create distress and cut us off from the lives we want to live. As a therapist, I’ll partner with you to move past these thoughts, feelings, reactions, and patterns so you can build a life and identity that fulfills you.
My ideal clients are navigating issues of identity, especially within the LGBTQIA+ community. I also work with folks who might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, addressing religious trauma, and/or confused about how to move forward in their lives. Anxiety, depression, identity issues, self esteem, and relationship patterns can create distress and cut us off from the lives we want to live. As a therapist, I’ll partner with you to move past these thoughts, feelings, reactions, and patterns so you can build a life and identity that fulfills you.
(332) 262-6982 View (332) 262-6982
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Clint Laird
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT, RYT-200, MEd
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
  Whether it is a specific trauma history or persistent feelings you cannot shake; there is hope.
You’re my ideal client! I want to meet you wherever you are & journey with you to where you want to go. Ever pass people who look impossibly high-functioning/put together - makes you feel like you'll never get there? So many look in a mirror & wonder who’s staring back & how they became who they are now.  To understand you, we first have to understand the story you’ve created from the beginning.  Letting others into dark corners of your life, where hurt hides, can be scary & painful.  But, it’s in those moments where healing happens. My role, in your journey, is to stand beside you, in the darker places, & help you turn on a light
  Whether it is a specific trauma history or persistent feelings you cannot shake; there is hope.
You’re my ideal client! I want to meet you wherever you are & journey with you to where you want to go. Ever pass people who look impossibly high-functioning/put together - makes you feel like you'll never get there? So many look in a mirror & wonder who’s staring back & how they became who they are now.  To understand you, we first have to understand the story you’ve created from the beginning.  Letting others into dark corners of your life, where hurt hides, can be scary & painful.  But, it’s in those moments where healing happens. My role, in your journey, is to stand beside you, in the darker places, & help you turn on a light
(646) 762-9348 View (646) 762-9348
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Yaron M Peer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
For over a decade I've worked with the LGBTQ+ community, immigrants, adults and young adults dealing with depression, anxiety, HIV, trauma, relationship issues, and grief.
"Why should I go to therapy?" I remember asking myself that same question many years ago. Deciding to go to therapy isn’t easy. It usually means that life has been challenging and that you aren't coping well. Sometimes the cause is obvious—you’ve lost someone; you’re anxious or depressed; you’re dealing with change. At other times, things are less clear. You sense that something is off, but can’t exactly point to what it is. That’s where therapy can make a significant difference. Your time in therapy is likely the only time you'll have complete freedom to say what’s running through your head—good or bad—without being judged.
For over a decade I've worked with the LGBTQ+ community, immigrants, adults and young adults dealing with depression, anxiety, HIV, trauma, relationship issues, and grief.
"Why should I go to therapy?" I remember asking myself that same question many years ago. Deciding to go to therapy isn’t easy. It usually means that life has been challenging and that you aren't coping well. Sometimes the cause is obvious—you’ve lost someone; you’re anxious or depressed; you’re dealing with change. At other times, things are less clear. You sense that something is off, but can’t exactly point to what it is. That’s where therapy can make a significant difference. Your time in therapy is likely the only time you'll have complete freedom to say what’s running through your head—good or bad—without being judged.
(917) 519-9890 View (917) 519-9890
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Rachel Kurland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
I’m a holistic psychotherapist trained to provide high quality, compassionate support to children, teens, and young adults navigating challenges of anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, stress, self esteem, and disordered eating. I have a particular passion for serving the LGBTQ+ community and work from a gender- and sexuality-affirming perspective. My experience in a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, EMDR, and Mindfulness, allows me to tailor my therapeutic approach to your unique goals and needs.
I’m a holistic psychotherapist trained to provide high quality, compassionate support to children, teens, and young adults navigating challenges of anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, stress, self esteem, and disordered eating. I have a particular passion for serving the LGBTQ+ community and work from a gender- and sexuality-affirming perspective. My experience in a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, EMDR, and Mindfulness, allows me to tailor my therapeutic approach to your unique goals and needs.
(332) 249-8471 View (332) 249-8471
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Cate Hickey
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
I have extensive training in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma, grief and loss.
As a therapist, I prioritize getting to know the whole person and deeply value the unique relationship that grows within the therapeutic space. I have a special interest in the Queer community and work from a feminist, body positive orientation. My experience includes an array of settings and treatment modalities from eating disorders, intimate partner violence, intensive in-home family therapy to career counseling.
I have extensive training in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma, grief and loss.
As a therapist, I prioritize getting to know the whole person and deeply value the unique relationship that grows within the therapeutic space. I have a special interest in the Queer community and work from a feminist, body positive orientation. My experience includes an array of settings and treatment modalities from eating disorders, intimate partner violence, intensive in-home family therapy to career counseling.
(347) 983-9337 View (347) 983-9337
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Monika Jamrozek-Burra
Counselor, MA, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
Almost all issues can be treated via these modalities starting from relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, grief, etc.
If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey to the true essence of you, and create the life you desire and deserve, I invite you to my practice. It is time to release all that does not serve you and replenish with all that optimizes your experience here and now. "Happiness is your Birthright.' My years of experience and training can guide you there. Please feel free to find me on http://www.therapyandbeyondcenter.com/appointments where you can book directly and write to me at mburra@therapyandbeyondcenter.com should you have any additional questions.
Almost all issues can be treated via these modalities starting from relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, grief, etc.
If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey to the true essence of you, and create the life you desire and deserve, I invite you to my practice. It is time to release all that does not serve you and replenish with all that optimizes your experience here and now. "Happiness is your Birthright.' My years of experience and training can guide you there. Please feel free to find me on http://www.therapyandbeyondcenter.com/appointments where you can book directly and write to me at mburra@therapyandbeyondcenter.com should you have any additional questions.
(646) 798-9604 View (646) 798-9604
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Diane Churchill, PhD
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I have worked well with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress.
Perhaps you are at a crossroads in your life; or, feeling stuck in some way and want to reflect on what brought you here and where this stage may lead. If this describes how you feel, you are taking a courageous step in seeking a therapist and I support you in this courage. I am ready to listen, explore your needs and whether or not you may want to make changes. I will work with you to set goals for yourself and in making desired changes. I have years of experience successfully working as a relational psychotherapist and alcohol/drug counselor.
I have worked well with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress.
Perhaps you are at a crossroads in your life; or, feeling stuck in some way and want to reflect on what brought you here and where this stage may lead. If this describes how you feel, you are taking a courageous step in seeking a therapist and I support you in this courage. I am ready to listen, explore your needs and whether or not you may want to make changes. I will work with you to set goals for yourself and in making desired changes. I have years of experience successfully working as a relational psychotherapist and alcohol/drug counselor.
(212) 633-9069 View (212) 633-9069
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Philip Paul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
My work is focused on helping people recover from trauma and oppression.
Have you been disappointed in how you react in certain situations, in how patterns from your past repeat themselves? For many of us, losses or harms of the past haunt our present and complicate our choices. You may feel stuck or adrift, unable to find traction toward your goals or hounded by an inner critic or persistent shame.
My work is focused on helping people recover from trauma and oppression.
Have you been disappointed in how you react in certain situations, in how patterns from your past repeat themselves? For many of us, losses or harms of the past haunt our present and complicate our choices. You may feel stuck or adrift, unable to find traction toward your goals or hounded by an inner critic or persistent shame.
(646) 787-0379 View (646) 787-0379
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Brittany White
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
I have specialized, extensive experience working with trauma, including healthcare workers, interpersonal violence, sexual assault, and military combat.
Here is how I see it- every one of us has encountered unique challenges in our lives that have led us to how we are feeling and functioning in this moment. Often times, these challenges lead us to be harsh, inflexible, and unforgiving to ourselves, resulting in unwanted consequences in our relationships with ourselves, others, our work, and our families. My goal with clients is to help you gain knowledge, skills, and compassion as we explore these challenges and find new ways for you to relate to yourself and the world.
I have specialized, extensive experience working with trauma, including healthcare workers, interpersonal violence, sexual assault, and military combat.
Here is how I see it- every one of us has encountered unique challenges in our lives that have led us to how we are feeling and functioning in this moment. Often times, these challenges lead us to be harsh, inflexible, and unforgiving to ourselves, resulting in unwanted consequences in our relationships with ourselves, others, our work, and our families. My goal with clients is to help you gain knowledge, skills, and compassion as we explore these challenges and find new ways for you to relate to yourself and the world.
(929) 264-5348 View (929) 264-5348
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Rianna Black
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
As a therapist, I work with people who are struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, or loneliness. I am passionate about working with people who are healing from various forms of trauma such as sexual abuse, domestic violence, or other interpersonal traumas. I also enjoy helping young or emerging adults who are facing challenging transitions. I help clients to identify and build on their own internal coping skills and strengths to facilitate growth and healing.
As a therapist, I work with people who are struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, or loneliness. I am passionate about working with people who are healing from various forms of trauma such as sexual abuse, domestic violence, or other interpersonal traumas. I also enjoy helping young or emerging adults who are facing challenging transitions. I help clients to identify and build on their own internal coping skills and strengths to facilitate growth and healing.
(347) 434-8439 View (347) 434-8439
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Allison Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
I’m an individual and couples therapist specializing in trauma. Many seek therapy for help with issues that are hard to face alone and find therapy can help overcome obstacles to their well-being by learning strategies to express themselves, heal from painful experiences, and gain practical skills to manage difficult feelings and situations. Through my specialties of EMDR, couples and trauma therapy, I help my clients heal heartaches from the past, build stronger bonds, and start living a happier, and healthier life in the present.
I’m an individual and couples therapist specializing in trauma. Many seek therapy for help with issues that are hard to face alone and find therapy can help overcome obstacles to their well-being by learning strategies to express themselves, heal from painful experiences, and gain practical skills to manage difficult feelings and situations. Through my specialties of EMDR, couples and trauma therapy, I help my clients heal heartaches from the past, build stronger bonds, and start living a happier, and healthier life in the present.
(917) 994-6963 View (917) 994-6963
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Pallavi Ankolekar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
I have extensive training in trauma and EMDR that I apply in my practice with a culturally sensitive, antiracist, anti-oppressive structures and systems approach.
Life, at times, can feel heavy and you don’t need to carry the burden of your struggles or experiences alone. It can be challenging to find a space to open up about all the different areas of your life that make you who you are, past and present, and your hope for the future. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, symptoms of trauma, 1st gen family or cultural conflicts, coping with life transitions, relationship issues, identifying & setting healthy boundaries, or the myriad challenges that can arise, I am here to support you in finding your peace.
I have extensive training in trauma and EMDR that I apply in my practice with a culturally sensitive, antiracist, anti-oppressive structures and systems approach.
Life, at times, can feel heavy and you don’t need to carry the burden of your struggles or experiences alone. It can be challenging to find a space to open up about all the different areas of your life that make you who you are, past and present, and your hope for the future. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, symptoms of trauma, 1st gen family or cultural conflicts, coping with life transitions, relationship issues, identifying & setting healthy boundaries, or the myriad challenges that can arise, I am here to support you in finding your peace.
(631) 201-5578 View (631) 201-5578
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MCM Collaborative Psychotherapy LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
Other issues and experiences we specialize in are life transitions, grief, racialized trauma, sexual trauma, work stress, creative blocks and sexual and gender identity exploration.
MCM Collaborative is a group psychotherapy practice built for connection, healing and transformation. We are passionate and practiced in partnering with people of color, especially LGBTQ+ folks. Because we know our struggles are interconnected, we also invite teens, adults, partners/couples and families of all identities. Folks often come to us because they find comfort starting a therapeutic process with someone with a shared identity. We work best with clients who often feel misunderstood by others and, at times, by themselves. Struggling within your relationships - friendships, romantic, familial? We got you there, too.
Other issues and experiences we specialize in are life transitions, grief, racialized trauma, sexual trauma, work stress, creative blocks and sexual and gender identity exploration.
MCM Collaborative is a group psychotherapy practice built for connection, healing and transformation. We are passionate and practiced in partnering with people of color, especially LGBTQ+ folks. Because we know our struggles are interconnected, we also invite teens, adults, partners/couples and families of all identities. Folks often come to us because they find comfort starting a therapeutic process with someone with a shared identity. We work best with clients who often feel misunderstood by others and, at times, by themselves. Struggling within your relationships - friendships, romantic, familial? We got you there, too.
(332) 330-3943 View (332) 330-3943
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Diane L Nadler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BCD, MSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
Whether they are healing a relationship, struggling with a life threatening illness, low self esteem, coping with a family member, struggling with childhood trauma, or simply getting to know themselves more fully, I introduce them to a world of options available to help them on their journey.
I am available for in person and remote therapy. The decision to enter Psychotherapy is a courageous one. When you have tried everything you can think of to feel better emotionally, but nothing quite works, it can be disheartening. Fortunately, that's where the help of a Psychotherapist can come in. With determination and commitment to the therapy process, it is never too late for anyone to change and live a happier more fulfilled life. For the past 33 years I have been in Private Practice working with clients (adults 18 and older) to do just that, change their lives. What makes me a unique psychotherapist is discussed below.
Whether they are healing a relationship, struggling with a life threatening illness, low self esteem, coping with a family member, struggling with childhood trauma, or simply getting to know themselves more fully, I introduce them to a world of options available to help them on their journey.
I am available for in person and remote therapy. The decision to enter Psychotherapy is a courageous one. When you have tried everything you can think of to feel better emotionally, but nothing quite works, it can be disheartening. Fortunately, that's where the help of a Psychotherapist can come in. With determination and commitment to the therapy process, it is never too late for anyone to change and live a happier more fulfilled life. For the past 33 years I have been in Private Practice working with clients (adults 18 and older) to do just that, change their lives. What makes me a unique psychotherapist is discussed below.
(646) 807-4176 View (646) 807-4176
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Rhona Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
Areas of expertise include individual and group psychoanalysis/psychotherapy with individuals who have experienced recent or past histories of trauma.
I see my role as a guide to help you gain insight and perspective into challenges are experiencing. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck or conflicted about identity, relationships, or career, I will work with you to understand underlying feelings and experiences that are interfering with leading a fulfilling and happy life. I have a supportive, non -judgmental , compassionate, and responsive style.
Areas of expertise include individual and group psychoanalysis/psychotherapy with individuals who have experienced recent or past histories of trauma.
I see my role as a guide to help you gain insight and perspective into challenges are experiencing. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck or conflicted about identity, relationships, or career, I will work with you to understand underlying feelings and experiences that are interfering with leading a fulfilling and happy life. I have a supportive, non -judgmental , compassionate, and responsive style.
(646) 395-1222 View (646) 395-1222
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Ljiljana Zecevic
Psychologist, MSEd, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, trauma, identity and relational struggles, psychosomatic, bereavement, and aging difficulties.
As a psychologist, I help people address their struggles and reach their potential. I pay careful attention to the establishment of a safe, trusting environment where people feel heard, seen, and supported. I have come to recognize the issues that come along with our attempts to cope with challenges that life presents. We often use strategies that might have been useful in the past and are less helpful now. These patterns--many of which are not in our immediate awareness--are multilayered and as such, present as portals for us to access the enormous field of potential for lasting change which we aim to access collaborativelly.
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, trauma, identity and relational struggles, psychosomatic, bereavement, and aging difficulties.
As a psychologist, I help people address their struggles and reach their potential. I pay careful attention to the establishment of a safe, trusting environment where people feel heard, seen, and supported. I have come to recognize the issues that come along with our attempts to cope with challenges that life presents. We often use strategies that might have been useful in the past and are less helpful now. These patterns--many of which are not in our immediate awareness--are multilayered and as such, present as portals for us to access the enormous field of potential for lasting change which we aim to access collaborativelly.
(917) 970-2361 View (917) 970-2361
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SteadyNYC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
At SteadyNYC we believe that we all have the capacity to grow, change and heal. We are a trauma-informed and transformation-minded psychotherapy practice in the Flatiron District. We welcome all of you into your journey of self-discovery. We support you to explore your emotional experience; your thoughts and your behaviors that are holding you back from living the life you desire. Our therapists collaborate with you to identify the change(s) you are seeking and empower you with self-awareness, self-compassion and emotional tools to obtain a more fulfilling life experience.
At SteadyNYC we believe that we all have the capacity to grow, change and heal. We are a trauma-informed and transformation-minded psychotherapy practice in the Flatiron District. We welcome all of you into your journey of self-discovery. We support you to explore your emotional experience; your thoughts and your behaviors that are holding you back from living the life you desire. Our therapists collaborate with you to identify the change(s) you are seeking and empower you with self-awareness, self-compassion and emotional tools to obtain a more fulfilling life experience.
(917) 994-9061 View (917) 994-9061
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Surrey Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, MSEd, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
At Surrey Psychotherapy, we're here to support individuals who are ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Our clients seek help with issues like anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, addiction and relationship challenges. They long for a happier, more fulfilling life, and they want to understand themselves better. Together, we'll work towards your goals of healing, resilience, and a brighter future. Your transformation begins here!
At Surrey Psychotherapy, we're here to support individuals who are ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Our clients seek help with issues like anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, addiction and relationship challenges. They long for a happier, more fulfilling life, and they want to understand themselves better. Together, we'll work towards your goals of healing, resilience, and a brighter future. Your transformation begins here!
(646) 435-1217 View (646) 435-1217
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Jim Stangarone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
This experience includes, but is not limited to mental health and addictions, Complex PTSD, and survivors of trauma and/or Narcissistic abuse.
Whether you are deciding begin therapy or looking to continue, I consider this decision to be a tremendous act of courage. To be in therapy is to admit to yourself and another person that you are tired of your current situation, and you want change.
This experience includes, but is not limited to mental health and addictions, Complex PTSD, and survivors of trauma and/or Narcissistic abuse.
Whether you are deciding begin therapy or looking to continue, I consider this decision to be a tremendous act of courage. To be in therapy is to admit to yourself and another person that you are tired of your current situation, and you want change.
(332) 248-0805 View (332) 248-0805
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.