Trauma and PTSD Therapists in 19128
Gretchen Murchison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, MBA
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19128 (Online Only)
I have more than 20 years of experience supporting people through a variety of life changes, managing the stress of school or career, building healthy relationship skills, working through past traumas, and coping with loss and grief.
There are points in our lives when it helps to have some additional support. Working with a therapist can make life's challenges easier to navigate. I work with individuals aged 16-60(ish) looking to: develop healthy relationship skills; explore life and career goals; heal from trauma or grief (including suicide loss); build confidence and leadership skills or get "unstuck"; manage social and academic stress; find affirming therapy for LGBTQIA+ (and considering gender-confirming surgery); better understand and support Trans/NB loved ones in their journey; and cope when loved ones struggle with addiction or mental health.
I have more than 20 years of experience supporting people through a variety of life changes, managing the stress of school or career, building healthy relationship skills, working through past traumas, and coping with loss and grief.
There are points in our lives when it helps to have some additional support. Working with a therapist can make life's challenges easier to navigate. I work with individuals aged 16-60(ish) looking to: develop healthy relationship skills; explore life and career goals; heal from trauma or grief (including suicide loss); build confidence and leadership skills or get "unstuck"; manage social and academic stress; find affirming therapy for LGBTQIA+ (and considering gender-confirming surgery); better understand and support Trans/NB loved ones in their journey; and cope when loved ones struggle with addiction or mental health.
Many of my clients have suffered loss or trauma.
We all have untapped resilience. Adversity can be a gift. As a therapist my goal is to help you live your life with better relationships, increased agency and more joy. Change is possible at any stage of life. We are all life-long learners, and we can begin to change when we feel understood. During the pandemic, I shifted my practice to a secure online platform. I was pleasantly surprised at the intimacy of that format. But nothing can replace meeting face-to-face, and so I work now both remote and in-person. Either way, three years after the initial crisis, still I wonder: Who doesn't feel the need for more human contact?
Many of my clients have suffered loss or trauma.
We all have untapped resilience. Adversity can be a gift. As a therapist my goal is to help you live your life with better relationships, increased agency and more joy. Change is possible at any stage of life. We are all life-long learners, and we can begin to change when we feel understood. During the pandemic, I shifted my practice to a secure online platform. I was pleasantly surprised at the intimacy of that format. But nothing can replace meeting face-to-face, and so I work now both remote and in-person. Either way, three years after the initial crisis, still I wonder: Who doesn't feel the need for more human contact?
Shonda Christina Walters
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19128 (Online Only)
I am an LPC in PA with experience providing individual therapy to over 100 clients in Philadelphia and its surrounding areas, specifically marginalized communities, with struggles like Depression and Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, PTSD and Trauma, grief, life transitions, and relational struggles.
SCtherapy is accepting new clients starting September 2024! Hi there, I’m Shonda. You have made a big step today for your mental health journey. You started (or re-started) to look for a therapist. I can imagine you are hoping for changes in your life. Do you feel stuck and unsure what to do next? Overwhelmed with adulting? Do you find yourself in your head with racing thoughts and worry? Having trouble getting through each day? I empathize with you, and I am here to help!
I am an LPC in PA with experience providing individual therapy to over 100 clients in Philadelphia and its surrounding areas, specifically marginalized communities, with struggles like Depression and Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, PTSD and Trauma, grief, life transitions, and relational struggles.
SCtherapy is accepting new clients starting September 2024! Hi there, I’m Shonda. You have made a big step today for your mental health journey. You started (or re-started) to look for a therapist. I can imagine you are hoping for changes in your life. Do you feel stuck and unsure what to do next? Overwhelmed with adulting? Do you find yourself in your head with racing thoughts and worry? Having trouble getting through each day? I empathize with you, and I am here to help!
I specialize in treating individuals struggling with eating disorders, trauma, addictions, relationship issues, anxiety, and depression. I believe the most important aspect of effective psychotherapy is developing a trusting relationship between the client and therapist. My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and empathetic. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and often use this approach in my clinical practice. Additionally, I utilize cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and client-centered interventions that are empirically supported to provide symptom relief.
I specialize in treating individuals struggling with eating disorders, trauma, addictions, relationship issues, anxiety, and depression. I believe the most important aspect of effective psychotherapy is developing a trusting relationship between the client and therapist. My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and empathetic. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and often use this approach in my clinical practice. Additionally, I utilize cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and client-centered interventions that are empirically supported to provide symptom relief.
Emily Koppenhofer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MSEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19128 (Online Only)
With our expertise in DBT, Person-Centered Therapy, and trauma-informed approaches, we partner with you to set and achieve goals that resonate with your deepest values.
Navigating the complexities of being human can be as rewarding as it is complicated. Our journeys are filled with moments that require us to muster resilience, practice self-compassion, and foster hope—even when the path seems unclear. It's not uncommon to find ourselves ensnared in cycles of negative thinking that foster shame, grappling with emotional regulation that impacts our relationships, or struggling to stay anchored in the present, affecting our decision-making abilities. At K & K Holistic Counseling, we are dedicated to guiding you through these challenges, helping you cultivate a life of significance and joy.
With our expertise in DBT, Person-Centered Therapy, and trauma-informed approaches, we partner with you to set and achieve goals that resonate with your deepest values.
Navigating the complexities of being human can be as rewarding as it is complicated. Our journeys are filled with moments that require us to muster resilience, practice self-compassion, and foster hope—even when the path seems unclear. It's not uncommon to find ourselves ensnared in cycles of negative thinking that foster shame, grappling with emotional regulation that impacts our relationships, or struggling to stay anchored in the present, affecting our decision-making abilities. At K & K Holistic Counseling, we are dedicated to guiding you through these challenges, helping you cultivate a life of significance and joy.
Lillian Towner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19128 (Online Only)
Interventions I use are mindfulness, solution focused, trauma focused, and cognitive behavioral therapy modalities.
If you're looking for a therapist because of depression, anxiety, stress, or difficulty adapting to a new season in life whether that's related to work, school, relationships, parenting, loss/grief, or a new medical diagnosis, I am here to help. I view therapy as a safe, non-biased, and non-judgmental place to express your thoughts and feelings. A place where one can seek clarity, peace, and healing.
Interventions I use are mindfulness, solution focused, trauma focused, and cognitive behavioral therapy modalities.
If you're looking for a therapist because of depression, anxiety, stress, or difficulty adapting to a new season in life whether that's related to work, school, relationships, parenting, loss/grief, or a new medical diagnosis, I am here to help. I view therapy as a safe, non-biased, and non-judgmental place to express your thoughts and feelings. A place where one can seek clarity, peace, and healing.
Ruby Alice Revel
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19128 (Online Only)
**Sex/pleasure positive**LGBTQIA+ affirming**Poly/non-monogamous/kink affirming**Sex worker affirming**Weight/body positive**Anti-racist**Harm reduction**Client-centered** Trauma-informed**.
Are you looking for a radical therapist with a sense of humor to support you and someone you care about in navigating an interpersonal issue? Are you experiencing anxiety or depression and like to develop a more loving and understanding relationship with all of your parts? I don't believe anything works for every client but I find myself using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model of therapy the most often. I strive to create a therapeutic environment that feels accepting and nonjudgmental without compromising opportunities for growth and expanded possibilities.
**Sex/pleasure positive**LGBTQIA+ affirming**Poly/non-monogamous/kink affirming**Sex worker affirming**Weight/body positive**Anti-racist**Harm reduction**Client-centered** Trauma-informed**.
Are you looking for a radical therapist with a sense of humor to support you and someone you care about in navigating an interpersonal issue? Are you experiencing anxiety or depression and like to develop a more loving and understanding relationship with all of your parts? I don't believe anything works for every client but I find myself using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model of therapy the most often. I strive to create a therapeutic environment that feels accepting and nonjudgmental without compromising opportunities for growth and expanded possibilities.
Carly Geis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MS, NCC, CAADC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19128 (Online Only)
I have experience working with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, domestic violence, intimate partner violence, substance use/addiction, eating disorders, and personality disorders. My goal is to help my clients identify their mental health goals and support them with compassionate and empathetic therapy techniques. While I may be an expert in the clinical sense, my clients are experts in themselves, so therapy is a collaborative experience with me!
I have experience working with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, domestic violence, intimate partner violence, substance use/addiction, eating disorders, and personality disorders. My goal is to help my clients identify their mental health goals and support them with compassionate and empathetic therapy techniques. While I may be an expert in the clinical sense, my clients are experts in themselves, so therapy is a collaborative experience with me!
Jessica White
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS , LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19128 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My style is collaborative, trauma-informed, respectful, and individually tailored to your needs.
Therapy can be both an immensely enriching and a challenging process, while the process of finding a therapist- one who is a good fit for you- well, that is usually just challenging. How to begin, when there are just so many options? My suggestion for you: take a deep breath, take your time, and trust your instincts. It is the counseling relationship- rather than a specific theoretical orientation or modality- that allows for lasting therapeutic change. We humans heal in relationship.
My style is collaborative, trauma-informed, respectful, and individually tailored to your needs.
Therapy can be both an immensely enriching and a challenging process, while the process of finding a therapist- one who is a good fit for you- well, that is usually just challenging. How to begin, when there are just so many options? My suggestion for you: take a deep breath, take your time, and trust your instincts. It is the counseling relationship- rather than a specific theoretical orientation or modality- that allows for lasting therapeutic change. We humans heal in relationship.
Melanated Healing : Amber Smith-Laventure
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19128 (Online Only)
Your therapy sessions will be trauma-informed, focusing on building a safe, trusting relationship.
Life can be HARD and so overwhelming at times. If you are struggling with issues related to trauma, anxiety, depression, womxanhood, racism, grief/loss or life/career transitions therapy can help. At Melanated Healing, we offer a safe and inclusive space where you can focus on your personal growth and healing journey. Our holistic approach to care embraces individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, fostering a sense of belonging and acceptance. It's time to dismantle the stigma surrounding mental health. Here you can enhance self-awareness, amplify your strengths, and heal from past and present experiences together.
Your therapy sessions will be trauma-informed, focusing on building a safe, trusting relationship.
Life can be HARD and so overwhelming at times. If you are struggling with issues related to trauma, anxiety, depression, womxanhood, racism, grief/loss or life/career transitions therapy can help. At Melanated Healing, we offer a safe and inclusive space where you can focus on your personal growth and healing journey. Our holistic approach to care embraces individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, fostering a sense of belonging and acceptance. It's time to dismantle the stigma surrounding mental health. Here you can enhance self-awareness, amplify your strengths, and heal from past and present experiences together.
Heather Gregan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19128
I specialize in Adolescent treatment and Women's trauma. I have been working in mental health and addictions with adolescents and adults for over twelve years. I have experience in outpatient and residential settings and I'm skilled to work with complex issues. When someone asks me what I do, I have a difficult time boiling it down. More recently, I've come to realize that I help individuals and families in crisis. I work with the whole family, either in or out of my office and I help clients address core issues standing in the way of health, success and happiness.
I specialize in Adolescent treatment and Women's trauma. I have been working in mental health and addictions with adolescents and adults for over twelve years. I have experience in outpatient and residential settings and I'm skilled to work with complex issues. When someone asks me what I do, I have a difficult time boiling it down. More recently, I've come to realize that I help individuals and families in crisis. I work with the whole family, either in or out of my office and I help clients address core issues standing in the way of health, success and happiness.
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Randolph Walters & Associates, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, CCTP, CSAM
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19128
We can help with issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, stress, ADHD, marital issues, family concerns, divorce and blended family issues - to name just a few.
Randolph Walters and Associates is a community-based, counseling and psychotherapy practice specializing in individual, couples, family and group counseling. We proudly serve the Greater Philadelphia region and beyond. Our mission is to create an environment where people are accepted and challenged on a journey to wholeness, connection and construction of alternate realities.
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Randolph Walters and Associates is a community-based, counseling and psychotherapy practice specializing in individual, couples, family and group counseling. We proudly serve the Greater Philadelphia region and beyond. Our mission is to create an environment where people are accepted and challenged on a journey to wholeness, connection and construction of alternate realities.
Amee Mickhael
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19128
I am trained in EMDR, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Child-Parent Psychotherapy.
I believe one of the bravest things we can do is to understand our story. Owning our story can bring us to self-acceptance and healing. I can help get you there. Do you feel like you’re hitting a wall? Feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns? Stuck in your past trauma? Bad relationships? You deserve more than the anger and hurt that you’re carrying with you each day. These walls you’re hitting can be broken down. We just need to take a few steps back, and face these walls together. Come in, and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea (on me) and let’s talk about it.
I am trained in EMDR, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Child-Parent Psychotherapy.
I believe one of the bravest things we can do is to understand our story. Owning our story can bring us to self-acceptance and healing. I can help get you there. Do you feel like you’re hitting a wall? Feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns? Stuck in your past trauma? Bad relationships? You deserve more than the anger and hurt that you’re carrying with you each day. These walls you’re hitting can be broken down. We just need to take a few steps back, and face these walls together. Come in, and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea (on me) and let’s talk about it.
My goal is to help you gain insight and provide you with the ability to navigate trauma, depression, anxiety, transitions, grief, loss, identity issues or any other struggle you're facing.
Are you in your 20's and having difficulty coping with the complexities of life? Therapy is an amazingly powerful tool to create tangible change in young people's lives, but it is important to find a relatable therapist who doesn't treat 18-30 year olds with the same frames and modalities that are used for younger kids or their parents. I am a licensed LCSW who has been working with young adults in schools and in private practice for almost 20 years. My entire career is focused on helping young adults and their families through life's biggest challenges.
My goal is to help you gain insight and provide you with the ability to navigate trauma, depression, anxiety, transitions, grief, loss, identity issues or any other struggle you're facing.
Are you in your 20's and having difficulty coping with the complexities of life? Therapy is an amazingly powerful tool to create tangible change in young people's lives, but it is important to find a relatable therapist who doesn't treat 18-30 year olds with the same frames and modalities that are used for younger kids or their parents. I am a licensed LCSW who has been working with young adults in schools and in private practice for almost 20 years. My entire career is focused on helping young adults and their families through life's biggest challenges.
Tim Massaquoi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19128 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have training and experience in a range of modalities such as person-centered, Dialectical Behavior therapy (dbt), Trauma-informed CBT.
My ideal client is motivated, trusting, energetic, curious, ambitious and solution-oriented. Therapy is a relationship exercise in which both the therapist and client work together to explore issues, success's, barriers, and accomplishments. The ideal client will have an end in mind which aligns with them leaving the therapeutic experience healthy and in a better state of being.
I have training and experience in a range of modalities such as person-centered, Dialectical Behavior therapy (dbt), Trauma-informed CBT.
My ideal client is motivated, trusting, energetic, curious, ambitious and solution-oriented. Therapy is a relationship exercise in which both the therapist and client work together to explore issues, success's, barriers, and accomplishments. The ideal client will have an end in mind which aligns with them leaving the therapeutic experience healthy and in a better state of being.
Michael Clemente
Licensed Professional Counselor, BCBA, LPC, NCC, LBS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19128
I specialize in treating mood disorders such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, suicidal ideation as well as trauma informed care and PTSD.
My name is Michael and I am the owner of the Behavior & Counseling Center, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Licensed Behavior Specialist. I have extensive experience working within the field of ABA/behavior modification as well as within the field of clinical counseling. I work within the framework of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) while incorporating a person-centered approach for my psychotherapy clients, and intertwine Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and (CBT) for my children and adolescent clients.
I specialize in treating mood disorders such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, suicidal ideation as well as trauma informed care and PTSD.
My name is Michael and I am the owner of the Behavior & Counseling Center, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Licensed Behavior Specialist. I have extensive experience working within the field of ABA/behavior modification as well as within the field of clinical counseling. I work within the framework of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) while incorporating a person-centered approach for my psychotherapy clients, and intertwine Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and (CBT) for my children and adolescent clients.
I have worked with a number of client challenges, including trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, emotion dysregulation, depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, stress management, anger management, substance use, and interpersonal effectiveness.
My name is Tom and I strive to take a person-centered, solution-focused approach with my clients, while remaining trauma-informed. With a solution-focused mindset, I seek to help clients identify their strengths and what is already working in their lives. In addition, I teach clients skills to help them manage their emotions effectively, improve communication in interpersonal relationships, and reduce any unhelpful behaviors that affect their lives. I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Trauma- Focused CBT and Prolonged Exposure for PTSD.
I have worked with a number of client challenges, including trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, emotion dysregulation, depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, stress management, anger management, substance use, and interpersonal effectiveness.
My name is Tom and I strive to take a person-centered, solution-focused approach with my clients, while remaining trauma-informed. With a solution-focused mindset, I seek to help clients identify their strengths and what is already working in their lives. In addition, I teach clients skills to help them manage their emotions effectively, improve communication in interpersonal relationships, and reduce any unhelpful behaviors that affect their lives. I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Trauma- Focused CBT and Prolonged Exposure for PTSD.
Donovan Richardson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19128
As a health services professional, I use a trauma-informed and culturally aware approach to assessment, treatment planning, and interventions. My background providing behavioral health services in schools, psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, psychological services clinics, and outpatient mental health centers allows me to connect to clients with a variety of mental health needs. My goal is to provide quality behavioral health care to those who are in needs to redefine and change their lives.
As a health services professional, I use a trauma-informed and culturally aware approach to assessment, treatment planning, and interventions. My background providing behavioral health services in schools, psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, psychological services clinics, and outpatient mental health centers allows me to connect to clients with a variety of mental health needs. My goal is to provide quality behavioral health care to those who are in needs to redefine and change their lives.
My relational approach is creatively tailored for you and can include somatic work, mindfulness, yoga, and evidence based skills for trauma recovery and wellness.
You are worthy of exceptional, compassionate care and I am dedicated to creating a truly therapeutic space for you to (re)learn to trust yourself and thrive. Stressors such as complicated relationships and workplaces, overwhelm, loss, abuse, and trauma can shape patterns of coping and thinking that lead to depression, anxiety, and loneliness. Together, we can restore your most grounded and confident self. By enhancing insight and acquiring healthy coping skills, you can align your life with your truest values and dreams. Healing is much more than symptom reduction; it comes from forming a transformational relationship with yourself.
My relational approach is creatively tailored for you and can include somatic work, mindfulness, yoga, and evidence based skills for trauma recovery and wellness.
You are worthy of exceptional, compassionate care and I am dedicated to creating a truly therapeutic space for you to (re)learn to trust yourself and thrive. Stressors such as complicated relationships and workplaces, overwhelm, loss, abuse, and trauma can shape patterns of coping and thinking that lead to depression, anxiety, and loneliness. Together, we can restore your most grounded and confident self. By enhancing insight and acquiring healthy coping skills, you can align your life with your truest values and dreams. Healing is much more than symptom reduction; it comes from forming a transformational relationship with yourself.
Allison (Allie) Beer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19128
Whether you are seeking to heal from trauma, integrate different parts of yourself, or simply find a therapist who truly understands neurodivergence, I offer a compassionate and tailored approach designed to meet you where you are.
I am a trauma-informed and neurodivergent-affirming therapist here to walk alongside you as you navigate the challenges of life. Whether you're experiencing depression, burnout, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship stressors, or any other issue, Im dedicated to providing you with support. Life's stressors can be overwhelming, leaving you feeling stuck or lost. Together we will explore these challenges, uncovering meaning and forging paths forward. I work with individuals across all ages and neurotypes, each with their own unique strengths and experiences.
Whether you are seeking to heal from trauma, integrate different parts of yourself, or simply find a therapist who truly understands neurodivergence, I offer a compassionate and tailored approach designed to meet you where you are.
I am a trauma-informed and neurodivergent-affirming therapist here to walk alongside you as you navigate the challenges of life. Whether you're experiencing depression, burnout, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship stressors, or any other issue, Im dedicated to providing you with support. Life's stressors can be overwhelming, leaving you feeling stuck or lost. Together we will explore these challenges, uncovering meaning and forging paths forward. I work with individuals across all ages and neurotypes, each with their own unique strengths and experiences.
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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.