Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Saguache County, CO

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Jennifer Hotchner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Crestone, CO 81131
My work specializes in trauma informed care and spiritually focused counseling. I am trained in EMDR and Somatic Experiencing. I have learned throughout the years that thorough healing comes not only from addressing our wounds and traumas but from a deep exploration of what we have decided about ourselves and our place in the world. I am highly valued as a compassionate, competent therapist who will provide understanding and skills that support moving through and coping with traumatic events/responses recent and past, and the spiritual evolution born out of traumatic wounds.
My work specializes in trauma informed care and spiritually focused counseling. I am trained in EMDR and Somatic Experiencing. I have learned throughout the years that thorough healing comes not only from addressing our wounds and traumas but from a deep exploration of what we have decided about ourselves and our place in the world. I am highly valued as a compassionate, competent therapist who will provide understanding and skills that support moving through and coping with traumatic events/responses recent and past, and the spiritual evolution born out of traumatic wounds.
(520) 356-5514 View (520) 356-5514
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Brian G Stricker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crestone, CO 81131
I have been trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR (for trauma), AEDP, and most recently, Compassionate Inquiry; I also have a strong orientation towards mindfulness.
Look at birds: they make great sky circles of their freedom. How do they learn to do that? They fall, and in falling, they are given wings. -Rumi ...In the course of being human, we all face losses and traumas of different degrees and in the process, find ourselves abandoning parts of ourselves in order to survive emotionally and interpersonally. Therapy is about reclaiming those parts and finding our way home to who we truly are.
I have been trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR (for trauma), AEDP, and most recently, Compassionate Inquiry; I also have a strong orientation towards mindfulness.
Look at birds: they make great sky circles of their freedom. How do they learn to do that? They fall, and in falling, they are given wings. -Rumi ...In the course of being human, we all face losses and traumas of different degrees and in the process, find ourselves abandoning parts of ourselves in order to survive emotionally and interpersonally. Therapy is about reclaiming those parts and finding our way home to who we truly are.
(530) 545-2681 View (530) 545-2681
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Cindy Pearson Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NBCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Crestone, CO 81131  (Online Only)
The therapy experience is a unique opportunity for personal investigation and growth. Many people find the time to be deeply valuable with benefits of greater awareness, satisfaction in life, and better overall health/wellbeing. I strive to meet clients with a presence of kindness and respect while holding space for being heard in total confidentiality. I bring graduate level clinical study, extensive training, and diverse life experiences to my work. I can assist with ADHD, anxiety, panic disorder, depression, grief, bi-polar, personality disorders, religious/spiritual concerns, parenting, relationships, career, trauma, & more.
The therapy experience is a unique opportunity for personal investigation and growth. Many people find the time to be deeply valuable with benefits of greater awareness, satisfaction in life, and better overall health/wellbeing. I strive to meet clients with a presence of kindness and respect while holding space for being heard in total confidentiality. I bring graduate level clinical study, extensive training, and diverse life experiences to my work. I can assist with ADHD, anxiety, panic disorder, depression, grief, bi-polar, personality disorders, religious/spiritual concerns, parenting, relationships, career, trauma, & more.
(737) 204-8893 View (737) 204-8893
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Mike Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crestone, CO 81131
Many of my clients have been in psychotherapy/counseling before and start working with me to go deeper to transform from the repetitive relational patterns that hold them back. Most of my clients value psychotherapy and see the benefit from telling the emotionally significant story of their lives in a confidential safe setting. Trauma, addiction, depression, and anxiety are issues that I have the most experience relating with. Some of life's dilemmas require a conversation to resolve. A conversation that weaves past and present, fantasy and reality, desire and inhibition to form a detailed understanding of one's life.
Many of my clients have been in psychotherapy/counseling before and start working with me to go deeper to transform from the repetitive relational patterns that hold them back. Most of my clients value psychotherapy and see the benefit from telling the emotionally significant story of their lives in a confidential safe setting. Trauma, addiction, depression, and anxiety are issues that I have the most experience relating with. Some of life's dilemmas require a conversation to resolve. A conversation that weaves past and present, fantasy and reality, desire and inhibition to form a detailed understanding of one's life.
(719) 355-8194 View (719) 355-8194
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Marlys Hersey
Counselor, MA, LAC, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Crestone, CO 81131
I provide a therapeutic experience to help you feel better, cope with distress, heal from trauma, communicate more effectively, enjoy your life and relationships more.
How would you like your life to be different? Let’s talk about your goals and dreams as well as your struggles, challenges, deepest concerns. Let’s collaborate on ways to help you move in the direction you want to go. I offer warm, compassionate support to facilitate more clarity, understanding, acceptance, and ease in moving through crises, change, and even the mundane. You seek healing, growth, understanding, and wellness; my job is to help create the conditions that will allow that growth to occur.
I provide a therapeutic experience to help you feel better, cope with distress, heal from trauma, communicate more effectively, enjoy your life and relationships more.
How would you like your life to be different? Let’s talk about your goals and dreams as well as your struggles, challenges, deepest concerns. Let’s collaborate on ways to help you move in the direction you want to go. I offer warm, compassionate support to facilitate more clarity, understanding, acceptance, and ease in moving through crises, change, and even the mundane. You seek healing, growth, understanding, and wellness; my job is to help create the conditions that will allow that growth to occur.
(719) 312-7731 View (719) 312-7731
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Lenore K Reinhart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Crestone, CO 81131
Do you ever wonder if there is more to life, are you in a life transition, maybe not quite feeling like yourself? You are not alone. It’s called being human, we all at times in our life need extra support. I believe that healing is possible for individuals who have the desire, the support, and the willingness to participate in their journey towards wellness. Life gives us all opportunities to know ourselves and grow from our experiences.
Do you ever wonder if there is more to life, are you in a life transition, maybe not quite feeling like yourself? You are not alone. It’s called being human, we all at times in our life need extra support. I believe that healing is possible for individuals who have the desire, the support, and the willingness to participate in their journey towards wellness. Life gives us all opportunities to know ourselves and grow from our experiences.
(719) 496-4343 View (719) 496-4343

Online Therapists

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Katie Schmidt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Frisco, CO 80443
I support women, adolescents, and children that are managing emotional distress and lack of behavioral control brought on by trauma, anxiety, depression or other mental health issues.
I support women, adolescents, and children that are managing emotional distress and lack of behavioral control brought on by trauma, anxiety, depression or other mental health issues.
(970) 239-8979 View (970) 239-8979
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Renee Yoelin-Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
I specialize in working with clients who are healing from trauma.
It takes courage to start your healing and growing journey. I see my role as a partner with my client's. Together we will find strategies to enhance your life and build your resiliency; developing skills to have more meaningful relationships and finding a path to your goals. Simultaneously we will explore any emotional barriers, past or present, that may have interfered with your journey. This philosophy fits for my work with adults, children and families. Together we will find new ways to navigate life with new skills and bravery.
I specialize in working with clients who are healing from trauma.
It takes courage to start your healing and growing journey. I see my role as a partner with my client's. Together we will find strategies to enhance your life and build your resiliency; developing skills to have more meaningful relationships and finding a path to your goals. Simultaneously we will explore any emotional barriers, past or present, that may have interfered with your journey. This philosophy fits for my work with adults, children and families. Together we will find new ways to navigate life with new skills and bravery.
(719) 223-3654 View (719) 223-3654
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Will McClure
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Trauma is much more common than we like to admit.
Do you have prior experience with personal development, but are looking for an alternative to traditional talk therapy? Are you a proactive client that is receptive to new ideas and perspectives? Are you ready to take charge of your own story and healing journey? Encounters such as sorrow, emotional distress, and dissatisfaction with our bodies may lead us to question our capacity to grow or heal. My expertise lies in guiding individuals to reconnect with their inner strengths and cultivate self-confidence by fostering curiosity, courage, and a spirit of self-exploration.
Trauma is much more common than we like to admit.
Do you have prior experience with personal development, but are looking for an alternative to traditional talk therapy? Are you a proactive client that is receptive to new ideas and perspectives? Are you ready to take charge of your own story and healing journey? Encounters such as sorrow, emotional distress, and dissatisfaction with our bodies may lead us to question our capacity to grow or heal. My expertise lies in guiding individuals to reconnect with their inner strengths and cultivate self-confidence by fostering curiosity, courage, and a spirit of self-exploration.
(719) 350-3969 View (719) 350-3969
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Willows Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
We off services that focus on ADHD treatment, DBT skills, nurturing parenting techniques, person-centered approaches, trans, non-binary and LGBTQIA+ issues, exploring defense mechanisms, AutPlay therapy, parent child contact issues, parent coaching, attachment work, parenting after trauma, and perinatal mental health.
Willows Counseling provides mental health services for neurodivergent children and families. We specialize in working with couples/families, adolescents, folks with neurodivergent presentations (ADHD, Autism, sensory processing struggles), LGBTQIA+, and play therapy to name a few.
We off services that focus on ADHD treatment, DBT skills, nurturing parenting techniques, person-centered approaches, trans, non-binary and LGBTQIA+ issues, exploring defense mechanisms, AutPlay therapy, parent child contact issues, parent coaching, attachment work, parenting after trauma, and perinatal mental health.
Willows Counseling provides mental health services for neurodivergent children and families. We specialize in working with couples/families, adolescents, folks with neurodivergent presentations (ADHD, Autism, sensory processing struggles), LGBTQIA+, and play therapy to name a few.
(719) 625-3639 View (719) 625-3639
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Christy Turner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, ADDC, AAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pueblo, CO 81001
I hope to make this an easy process for you by offering a safe and non-judgmental space to be vulnerable in while we attend to your mental health needs. I provide mental health services to address anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, grief, ADHD, OCD, and substance use. We can work to resolve any personal issues you may be having within yourself or with your relationships with family, friends, or coworkers. I also offer life-coaching where we can work to change any outdated narratives that may be holding you back from living the life of your dreams.
I hope to make this an easy process for you by offering a safe and non-judgmental space to be vulnerable in while we attend to your mental health needs. I provide mental health services to address anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, grief, ADHD, OCD, and substance use. We can work to resolve any personal issues you may be having within yourself or with your relationships with family, friends, or coworkers. I also offer life-coaching where we can work to change any outdated narratives that may be holding you back from living the life of your dreams.
(719) 419-9264 View (719) 419-9264
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Janell Lisa LaJoie
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I have a deep passion for helping clients navigate various aspects of life, including grief and loss, trauma, spirituality, women's issues, coping skills, anxiety, and PTSD.
Welcome to a safe space for healing and growth. I'm Janell, and I specialize in supporting individuals, families, and children on their unique journeys towards mental and emotional well-being. I embrace a collaborative and strengths-based approach, empowering my clients to craft their own narratives. Through learned skills and mindfulness techniques, I guide individuals to become the authors of their lives, fostering resilience and self-discovery. I work with individuals, families, and children aged 4 and above, tailoring my approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
I have a deep passion for helping clients navigate various aspects of life, including grief and loss, trauma, spirituality, women's issues, coping skills, anxiety, and PTSD.
Welcome to a safe space for healing and growth. I'm Janell, and I specialize in supporting individuals, families, and children on their unique journeys towards mental and emotional well-being. I embrace a collaborative and strengths-based approach, empowering my clients to craft their own narratives. Through learned skills and mindfulness techniques, I guide individuals to become the authors of their lives, fostering resilience and self-discovery. I work with individuals, families, and children aged 4 and above, tailoring my approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
(719) 294-1688 View (719) 294-1688
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Julia Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome! My name is Julia Walker and I am an LPCC at Project Ember Initiative honored to work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I enjoy working with those who are struggling with self-confidence issues, identity exploration, interpersonal conflict, and symptoms of trauma. I have experience working with survivors of sexual assault and relational trauma and have found this to be a passion area of mine, as well.
Hello and welcome! My name is Julia Walker and I am an LPCC at Project Ember Initiative honored to work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I enjoy working with those who are struggling with self-confidence issues, identity exploration, interpersonal conflict, and symptoms of trauma. I have experience working with survivors of sexual assault and relational trauma and have found this to be a passion area of mine, as well.
(719) 212-1906 View (719) 212-1906
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Art of Healing, LLC. Niki Saigeon, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Are you ready to confront and heal from the impacts of TRAUMA and PTSD? You might be struggling with symptoms of depression and anxiety, insomnia or find yourself facing challenges in how to communicate and connect with others. Overcoming these barriers, finding peace, and reclaiming a sense of control and joy in your life is possible. Seek not just to survive, but to thrive, and understand that the journey toward healing is both challenging and profoundly rewarding. With specializations in EMDR, CBT, Hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and Narrative Therapy, I tailor treatment to each individual’s unique experiences and needs.
Are you ready to confront and heal from the impacts of TRAUMA and PTSD? You might be struggling with symptoms of depression and anxiety, insomnia or find yourself facing challenges in how to communicate and connect with others. Overcoming these barriers, finding peace, and reclaiming a sense of control and joy in your life is possible. Seek not just to survive, but to thrive, and understand that the journey toward healing is both challenging and profoundly rewarding. With specializations in EMDR, CBT, Hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and Narrative Therapy, I tailor treatment to each individual’s unique experiences and needs.
(719) 624-0808 View (719) 624-0808
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Rocky Mountain Therapy Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Specialties range by provider, but include: anxiety, depression, sleep struggles, spirituality, divorce, life transitions, self-harm, relationships, school issues, support in the 504 Plan & IEP process, eating disorders, trauma, panic attacks, stress, self-esteem, anger management, ADHD, academic support, working with the gifted, and emotional regulation.
Rocky Mountain Therapy Group is a Colorado-based counseling service offering tele-therapy across the state and ‘in person’ indoor or outdoor park therapy services in the Highlands Ranch and Colorado Springs. All of our providers are able to provide faith-based Christian counseling upon request. We are a group of therapists with a variety of experience - you will find providers with extensive experience working with children, preteens, and teenagers, as well as therapists who specialize in working with adults and with couples. Our therapists are client-centered, compassionate, and have a passion for facilitating growth and healing.
Specialties range by provider, but include: anxiety, depression, sleep struggles, spirituality, divorce, life transitions, self-harm, relationships, school issues, support in the 504 Plan & IEP process, eating disorders, trauma, panic attacks, stress, self-esteem, anger management, ADHD, academic support, working with the gifted, and emotional regulation.
Rocky Mountain Therapy Group is a Colorado-based counseling service offering tele-therapy across the state and ‘in person’ indoor or outdoor park therapy services in the Highlands Ranch and Colorado Springs. All of our providers are able to provide faith-based Christian counseling upon request. We are a group of therapists with a variety of experience - you will find providers with extensive experience working with children, preteens, and teenagers, as well as therapists who specialize in working with adults and with couples. Our therapists are client-centered, compassionate, and have a passion for facilitating growth and healing.
(720) 819-6305 View (720) 819-6305
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Joshua Timmons
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MFTC
Verified Verified
In addition to relationship counseling, I offer specialized trauma therapy for individuals, using EMDR, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and Narrative Exposure Therapy.
Do you feel disconnected from your loved ones? Do you wonder if you are parenting "the right way"? Does every conversation seem to devolve into conflict? If so, you aren't alone. Families and couples everywhere struggle with these same issues. As a specialist in relationship counseling, my focus in family and couples therapy is to help you discover the emotional gaps between you and your loved ones and build lasting bridges of understanding and empathy for each other. Through this process, you will learn how to repair emotional wounds and find happiness in your relationships.
In addition to relationship counseling, I offer specialized trauma therapy for individuals, using EMDR, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and Narrative Exposure Therapy.
Do you feel disconnected from your loved ones? Do you wonder if you are parenting "the right way"? Does every conversation seem to devolve into conflict? If so, you aren't alone. Families and couples everywhere struggle with these same issues. As a specialist in relationship counseling, my focus in family and couples therapy is to help you discover the emotional gaps between you and your loved ones and build lasting bridges of understanding and empathy for each other. Through this process, you will learn how to repair emotional wounds and find happiness in your relationships.
(719) 662-3634 View (719) 662-3634
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Yvonne Turner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFTC, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
I work with couples and Individuals to overcome barriers in their way of a healthy relationship. That may be childhood trauma that keeps showing up in the way you trust or interact with your partner, or an inability to set boundaries. You can work on this in individual therapy or in couples counseling where you and you partner can get an understanding of what the barriers to fulfillment in your relationship. Become a functional team and be physically and emotionally connected. Communication is my specialty, I have functional tools to help you will find yourselves in less arguments and truly feeling heard and connected.
I work with couples and Individuals to overcome barriers in their way of a healthy relationship. That may be childhood trauma that keeps showing up in the way you trust or interact with your partner, or an inability to set boundaries. You can work on this in individual therapy or in couples counseling where you and you partner can get an understanding of what the barriers to fulfillment in your relationship. Become a functional team and be physically and emotionally connected. Communication is my specialty, I have functional tools to help you will find yourselves in less arguments and truly feeling heard and connected.
(719) 631-2959 View (719) 631-2959
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Matt Thelen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in existential psychotherapy. I strive to listen deeply to your thoughts and emotions so that I can identify points of conflict and develop solutions. I provide psychotherapy for a variety of psychological conditions including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, sexuality, and divorce. In addition, I provide existential psychotherapy for life-transitions, personal growth, relationship issues, and athletic performance. I value all dimensions of human diversity and I am an ally to the LGBT community. I work with adults and teens. I enjoy working with individuals from rural communities.
I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in existential psychotherapy. I strive to listen deeply to your thoughts and emotions so that I can identify points of conflict and develop solutions. I provide psychotherapy for a variety of psychological conditions including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, sexuality, and divorce. In addition, I provide existential psychotherapy for life-transitions, personal growth, relationship issues, and athletic performance. I value all dimensions of human diversity and I am an ally to the LGBT community. I work with adults and teens. I enjoy working with individuals from rural communities.
(719) 639-2942 View (719) 639-2942
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Jessica Walsh @ Forge Counseling Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Jessica has a multitude of clinical experiences, EMDR, Trauma Adults, and Couples and Families.
I believe that change, although painful and challenging at times, is the only consistent thing about life, and that's when we grow. Don't avoid being uncomfortable! Lean in! Our ability to acclimate to change is vital. My personal belief is that EVERYONE has the innate capacity for change and growth, even though life's toughest curve balls! I hold a firm belief that the client is the expert, as they have lived and led their own lives.
Jessica has a multitude of clinical experiences, EMDR, Trauma Adults, and Couples and Families.
I believe that change, although painful and challenging at times, is the only consistent thing about life, and that's when we grow. Don't avoid being uncomfortable! Lean in! Our ability to acclimate to change is vital. My personal belief is that EVERYONE has the innate capacity for change and growth, even though life's toughest curve balls! I hold a firm belief that the client is the expert, as they have lived and led their own lives.
(720) 806-6503 View (720) 806-6503
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Jeanne M Wickham
Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in the gentle resolution of trauma through anchoring clients into their bodies with somatic work; in addition to emotional regulation and mindfulness practices for depression, anxiety, grief, and addictions.
Are you struggling to find meaning, purpose, or healing in your life? Has something happened you need to resolve? Looking for better ways to cope or have the things you have been doing stopped working? Struggling with addiction, depression, or anxiety? Life's challenges often times require fresh eyes and genuine support untethered by judgment or relationship complications. Let's walk shoulder to shoulder through this together to find gentle resolution of trauma, PTSD, or grief. I work with adult men and women to find emotional regulation and balance to live their best lives and find peace.
I specialize in the gentle resolution of trauma through anchoring clients into their bodies with somatic work; in addition to emotional regulation and mindfulness practices for depression, anxiety, grief, and addictions.
Are you struggling to find meaning, purpose, or healing in your life? Has something happened you need to resolve? Looking for better ways to cope or have the things you have been doing stopped working? Struggling with addiction, depression, or anxiety? Life's challenges often times require fresh eyes and genuine support untethered by judgment or relationship complications. Let's walk shoulder to shoulder through this together to find gentle resolution of trauma, PTSD, or grief. I work with adult men and women to find emotional regulation and balance to live their best lives and find peace.
(719) 581-3126 View (719) 581-3126

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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.