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Steven Fast Wolf
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Milan, NM 87021  (Online Only)
I am an Independent Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 20 plus years of experience. My education, license, and experience make me an appropriate candidate for you to contract with me. I embrace and integrate an individual’s spirituality within herself/himself and/or a spirituality within their faith tradition. I provide clinical counseling to adults for trauma related effects of past physical, emotional, and neglect abuse; and grief/bereavement, suicidal ideation, and substance abuse issues. My clients have been and continue to be ethnically diverse.
I am an Independent Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 20 plus years of experience. My education, license, and experience make me an appropriate candidate for you to contract with me. I embrace and integrate an individual’s spirituality within herself/himself and/or a spirituality within their faith tradition. I provide clinical counseling to adults for trauma related effects of past physical, emotional, and neglect abuse; and grief/bereavement, suicidal ideation, and substance abuse issues. My clients have been and continue to be ethnically diverse.
(505) 591-4620 View (505) 591-4620
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Balanced Life Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Las Cruces, NM 88005
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive training in trauma, attachment, play, and parenting.
My name is Brittany Hernandez. I am a licensed clinical social worker and owner of Balanced Life Psychotherapy. I find it a great privilege and honor to witness and hold people’s story and to be included in the healing journey. My passion is partnering with individuals and families in a therapeutic space. My goal will be to work with you to determine the best treatment approach to help you address the reason you are seeking services. I understand everyone is unique and there is not a one size fits all model. My practice is relationship-based, strengths-based, and trauma informed.
I have extensive training in trauma, attachment, play, and parenting.
My name is Brittany Hernandez. I am a licensed clinical social worker and owner of Balanced Life Psychotherapy. I find it a great privilege and honor to witness and hold people’s story and to be included in the healing journey. My passion is partnering with individuals and families in a therapeutic space. My goal will be to work with you to determine the best treatment approach to help you address the reason you are seeking services. I understand everyone is unique and there is not a one size fits all model. My practice is relationship-based, strengths-based, and trauma informed.
(575) 286-0897 View (575) 286-0897
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Cindy L Nielsen
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Las Cruces, NM 88011
It has been said, "If you believe it, you can achieve it." That is why I chose the name Achieve for my counseling practice. I have worked as a devoted counselor here in Las Cruces for almost twenty two years. I enjoy working with a diverse population of individuals five years old and up. I work well with those who struggle with Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Trauma and Relationship issues and much more.
It has been said, "If you believe it, you can achieve it." That is why I chose the name Achieve for my counseling practice. I have worked as a devoted counselor here in Las Cruces for almost twenty two years. I enjoy working with a diverse population of individuals five years old and up. I work well with those who struggle with Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Trauma and Relationship issues and much more.
(575) 255-1676 View (575) 255-1676
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Journey of Hope and Courage, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
In the quiet moments, when the weight of the world feels too heavy to bear, know this: you are not alone. For those grappling with anxiety, depression, and the haunting echoes of past trauma, your struggles are valid, and your pain is heard. At Journey of Hope and Courage, we recognize the quiet courage that resides within each person—the courage that whispers, "I'm scared, but I'll do it anyway." It's the bravery that propels you forward, even when the path seems daunting.
In the quiet moments, when the weight of the world feels too heavy to bear, know this: you are not alone. For those grappling with anxiety, depression, and the haunting echoes of past trauma, your struggles are valid, and your pain is heard. At Journey of Hope and Courage, we recognize the quiet courage that resides within each person—the courage that whispers, "I'm scared, but I'll do it anyway." It's the bravery that propels you forward, even when the path seems daunting.
(505) 657-1870 View (505) 657-1870
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Love Is Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SRMT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87106
We specialize in treating complex PTSD through a holistic and integrative health approach. Some of our providers provide EMDR. All providers are trained in DBT. Our ideal client is eager and completely motivated to do the inner-work to face their inner "shadows," to move into deeper healing. With our specialized trauma and shamanic healing training, we are eager to help, as holistically as possible. Providers are trained in an integrative health approach to complex trauma treatment. We will actively mirror your pace and effort. Love Is Healing also offer Comprehensive Community Support Services. Online only for Texas clients.
We specialize in treating complex PTSD through a holistic and integrative health approach. Some of our providers provide EMDR. All providers are trained in DBT. Our ideal client is eager and completely motivated to do the inner-work to face their inner "shadows," to move into deeper healing. With our specialized trauma and shamanic healing training, we are eager to help, as holistically as possible. Providers are trained in an integrative health approach to complex trauma treatment. We will actively mirror your pace and effort. Love Is Healing also offer Comprehensive Community Support Services. Online only for Texas clients.
(505) 560-8854 View (505) 560-8854
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Kristine Mills
Counselor, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Las Cruces, NM 88001
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I am additionally a Certified Addictions Professional, EMDR Trained, Certified Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, Trained in Motivational Interviewing, and Art Therapy; clients will be able to develop additional skills to transition through challenges at their pace.
Sometimes life throws us challenges that may impact our emotional health. Seeking counseling services is one way to gain collaborative help to process through the challenges. It is my goal to meet client where they are, and provide evidence-based support strategies to assist clients to achieve their counseling goals.
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I am additionally a Certified Addictions Professional, EMDR Trained, Certified Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, Trained in Motivational Interviewing, and Art Therapy; clients will be able to develop additional skills to transition through challenges at their pace.
Sometimes life throws us challenges that may impact our emotional health. Seeking counseling services is one way to gain collaborative help to process through the challenges. It is my goal to meet client where they are, and provide evidence-based support strategies to assist clients to achieve their counseling goals.
(575) 251-4068 View (575) 251-4068
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Salma Vir-Banks
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87109  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with issues related to human sexuality, trauma, grief and loss, addiction, and eating disorders.
The journey towards healing and mental wellness can feel overwhelming, sometimes inducing feelings of hopelessness and confusion. Good news – you do not have to walk this path alone. As your therapist my sole focus is to empower you as the expert of your own life. I utilize a client-centered, humanistic approach meaning I consider the holistic value of all your experiences and beliefs. My approach is also informed by my own recovery journey from codependency and substance abuse. As my client you will held by a safe and inclusive environment where we can explore relational issues, addiction concerns, cultural issues, and many more.
I have experience working with issues related to human sexuality, trauma, grief and loss, addiction, and eating disorders.
The journey towards healing and mental wellness can feel overwhelming, sometimes inducing feelings of hopelessness and confusion. Good news – you do not have to walk this path alone. As your therapist my sole focus is to empower you as the expert of your own life. I utilize a client-centered, humanistic approach meaning I consider the holistic value of all your experiences and beliefs. My approach is also informed by my own recovery journey from codependency and substance abuse. As my client you will held by a safe and inclusive environment where we can explore relational issues, addiction concerns, cultural issues, and many more.
(505) 871-3798 View (505) 871-3798
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Amanda Roberts
Psychologist, PhD, MA, EMDR
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87501  (Online Only)
This is an affordable way to access trauma treatment and avoid long wait times.
I am committed to obtaining excellent results and my patients will attest to this. I am an EMDR clinician, consultant and trainer nationally & internationally. I am Harvard, Berkeley and Stanford educated and am a practitioner-grounded in the research and literature. My practice brings the best of EMDR, hypnosis, biofeedback and mind/body medicine and marries it with 37 yrs of deep knowledge of the healing arts. As a former dancer and performer, a staunch scientist and a student pilot, I am conversant in both the world of artistic expression and the vast domain of science.
This is an affordable way to access trauma treatment and avoid long wait times.
I am committed to obtaining excellent results and my patients will attest to this. I am an EMDR clinician, consultant and trainer nationally & internationally. I am Harvard, Berkeley and Stanford educated and am a practitioner-grounded in the research and literature. My practice brings the best of EMDR, hypnosis, biofeedback and mind/body medicine and marries it with 37 yrs of deep knowledge of the healing arts. As a former dancer and performer, a staunch scientist and a student pilot, I am conversant in both the world of artistic expression and the vast domain of science.
(505) 871-3657 View (505) 871-3657
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Jessica Salgado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87108
I adopt a humanistic, trauma-informed approach, examining emotional patterns and prioritizing somatic (body) based practices to help you develop a sense of safety in your body.
Would you like to better understand and express your emotions? Or feel more comfortable, ease, and confidence in your relationships? We may have experienced things in our lives that disrupt our sense of self, our ability to regulate our emotions, and our ability to have successful relationships. Engaging in therapy can be a supportive, validating, and empowering experience. When we learn about our emotions, identify patterns that are decreasing the quality of our life, and learn to do something different, we feel more empowered to create the life and relationships we want. We also have the ability to feel safer in our bodies.
I adopt a humanistic, trauma-informed approach, examining emotional patterns and prioritizing somatic (body) based practices to help you develop a sense of safety in your body.
Would you like to better understand and express your emotions? Or feel more comfortable, ease, and confidence in your relationships? We may have experienced things in our lives that disrupt our sense of self, our ability to regulate our emotions, and our ability to have successful relationships. Engaging in therapy can be a supportive, validating, and empowering experience. When we learn about our emotions, identify patterns that are decreasing the quality of our life, and learn to do something different, we feel more empowered to create the life and relationships we want. We also have the ability to feel safer in our bodies.
(505) 591-6219 View (505) 591-6219
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Amber Roberts
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87120
Counseling is my second career. I have always been in a helping profession and my journey to becoming a clinician began as a teacher. Helping others has always been a passion of mine whether it was in the classroom or in a counseling office. In every client that I have ever had the privilege to be a part of their journey, it has always been my sincere hope that I could at least plant a seed of hope and inspiration. I see clients with various issues. I focus on teen and women issues but do see individuals for many other issues, such as trauma and depression.
Counseling is my second career. I have always been in a helping profession and my journey to becoming a clinician began as a teacher. Helping others has always been a passion of mine whether it was in the classroom or in a counseling office. In every client that I have ever had the privilege to be a part of their journey, it has always been my sincere hope that I could at least plant a seed of hope and inspiration. I see clients with various issues. I focus on teen and women issues but do see individuals for many other issues, such as trauma and depression.
(505) 596-3440 View (505) 596-3440
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Ava Dasya Rasa Dragonfly Trauma Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MA, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87193  (Online Only)
TRAUMA, Grief & Spirituality: I am a Certified Brainspotting Therapist & CIT, working with C-PTSD, Complicated Grief, Dissociation & Relational Trauma, Religious Trauma, Post-Traumatic Spiritual Growth & Contemplative Spirituality. Brainspotting is a neuro-experiential model of therapy that accesses stored trauma in our brain & body through relevant eye positions. We use Focused Mindfulness to identify, process & resolve stored trauma. I provide other neuro-somatic (brain-body) Trauma Therapies including: EMDR, Somatic-Attachment, Mindfulness & Integrative Parts work, informed by Internal Family Systems and a Transpersonal lens.
TRAUMA, Grief & Spirituality: I am a Certified Brainspotting Therapist & CIT, working with C-PTSD, Complicated Grief, Dissociation & Relational Trauma, Religious Trauma, Post-Traumatic Spiritual Growth & Contemplative Spirituality. Brainspotting is a neuro-experiential model of therapy that accesses stored trauma in our brain & body through relevant eye positions. We use Focused Mindfulness to identify, process & resolve stored trauma. I provide other neuro-somatic (brain-body) Trauma Therapies including: EMDR, Somatic-Attachment, Mindfulness & Integrative Parts work, informed by Internal Family Systems and a Transpersonal lens.
(505) 387-3027 View (505) 387-3027
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Susan HarrisLPCC, LLC
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87507  (Online Only)
It has been shown that trauma can occur developmentally as a child grows up and can be exhibited as physical and emotional symptoms, and can interfere in maintaining relationships.
I have been in practice in New Mexico for 23 years, treating depression, anxiety, relationships, and life changes. I am continuing to do video and telephonic sessions for individuals. I like to use a listening, supportive stance with clients to help them feel comfortable in talking about their problems. Some of the techniques I use are mindfulness, regulating emotions, relationship skills, tolerating distress, and mind/body techniques. I believe that therapy works, and is worth the time, effort, and money you put into it.
It has been shown that trauma can occur developmentally as a child grows up and can be exhibited as physical and emotional symptoms, and can interfere in maintaining relationships.
I have been in practice in New Mexico for 23 years, treating depression, anxiety, relationships, and life changes. I am continuing to do video and telephonic sessions for individuals. I like to use a listening, supportive stance with clients to help them feel comfortable in talking about their problems. Some of the techniques I use are mindfulness, regulating emotions, relationship skills, tolerating distress, and mind/body techniques. I believe that therapy works, and is worth the time, effort, and money you put into it.
(505) 913-7074 View (505) 913-7074
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Dr. Riqué Pineda: Restore And Arise Counseling Consultation
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87120
I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, stress, grief and various traumas/PTSD.
By entrusting me as your therapist, I will work to help you navigate the complexities of healing and restoration, from a collaborative approach. I have been in the field since 2012 and I have a genuine passion for helping those in need, as I too have a personal grasp of how traumas and challenges can negatively impact our lives. Along with my PhD in Psychology, I will help you identify strengths, develop skills, and provide you with the appropriate tools needed to meet your goals. It would be my absolute pleasure to be on this journey with you, helping you work toward a healthier, happier and stronger you!
I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, stress, grief and various traumas/PTSD.
By entrusting me as your therapist, I will work to help you navigate the complexities of healing and restoration, from a collaborative approach. I have been in the field since 2012 and I have a genuine passion for helping those in need, as I too have a personal grasp of how traumas and challenges can negatively impact our lives. Along with my PhD in Psychology, I will help you identify strengths, develop skills, and provide you with the appropriate tools needed to meet your goals. It would be my absolute pleasure to be on this journey with you, helping you work toward a healthier, happier and stronger you!
(915) 465-2179 View (915) 465-2179
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Lori Notor Hughes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Farmington, NM 87401
Notor Hughes received extensive instruction through Southwest Trauma Training and the Sand Tray Training Institute of New Mexico.
Lori Notor Hughes is a licensed clinical social worker providing counseling in Farmington, NM. She sees clients in-person at her office and specializes in treating children ages 5-12 using play and sand tray therapies.
Notor Hughes received extensive instruction through Southwest Trauma Training and the Sand Tray Training Institute of New Mexico.
Lori Notor Hughes is a licensed clinical social worker providing counseling in Farmington, NM. She sees clients in-person at her office and specializes in treating children ages 5-12 using play and sand tray therapies.
(505) 355-0247 View (505) 355-0247
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Tom Hawley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87109  (Online Only)
Focuses on depression, anxiety, trauma healing, family and couple conflict.
Providing Telehealth to clients in New Mexico. In our lives, we all have suffering, traumas, and grief to endure or be healed from, habits in need of changing, relationships in need of reconciling. Often we need someone to walk with us on life's difficult journeys. Licensed in 1990, Tom Hawley is honored to accompany, validate, and encourage families, couples, and individuals in all stages of life.
Focuses on depression, anxiety, trauma healing, family and couple conflict.
Providing Telehealth to clients in New Mexico. In our lives, we all have suffering, traumas, and grief to endure or be healed from, habits in need of changing, relationships in need of reconciling. Often we need someone to walk with us on life's difficult journeys. Licensed in 1990, Tom Hawley is honored to accompany, validate, and encourage families, couples, and individuals in all stages of life.
(505) 594-3144 View (505) 594-3144
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Carl Lee Russell
Counselor, MA, DMin, LPCC
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87112  (Online Only)
Life is full of challenges. Sometimes those challenges are temporary and sometimes they seem to hold on. We experience, distress, depression, anxiety, and sometimes emotional and/or physical trauma.
Life is full of challenges. Sometimes those challenges are temporary and sometimes they seem to hold on. We experience, distress, depression, anxiety, and sometimes emotional and/or physical trauma.
(505) 605-6172 View (505) 605-6172
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Leatrice Allen
Counselor, MA, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87109
My areas of expertise include trauma informed therapy and emotional disturbed children with youth and families from diverse populations.
I am a positive and energetic clinical mental health counselor with extensive experience treating a very broad range of clients. I truly have a passion for helping people make positive changes within their lives. I have worked with individuals, couples, families and children and I have extensive experience and training in trauma, sexual issues, childhood and family dynamic issues, couples and families. I have also had the opportunity to educated other therapists as faculty at various colleges and universities.
My areas of expertise include trauma informed therapy and emotional disturbed children with youth and families from diverse populations.
I am a positive and energetic clinical mental health counselor with extensive experience treating a very broad range of clients. I truly have a passion for helping people make positive changes within their lives. I have worked with individuals, couples, families and children and I have extensive experience and training in trauma, sexual issues, childhood and family dynamic issues, couples and families. I have also had the opportunity to educated other therapists as faculty at various colleges and universities.
(505) 309-4496 View (505) 309-4496
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Michelle Carr
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87501  (Online Only)
I graduated from CSPP in San Francisco and have advanced training in Addiction (including Adult Children of Alcoholics and Co-Dependency), Trauma (including EMDR and EFT) and Narcissistic Abuse.
Congratulations on taking the first step toward a deeper self awareness! I work with my clients to help them understand how personal challenges like anxiety, depression, addiction or trauma may be influencing their relationships, work, or daily life. My style is interactive, engaged, and non-judgmental while integrating the psychological, emotional, physical and spiritual well being of the whole person. I also feel that it is important to incorporate laughter into the healing process! Once we can find the humor in our human-ness it becomes easier to forgive ourselves and others as we move toward more authentic happiness.
I graduated from CSPP in San Francisco and have advanced training in Addiction (including Adult Children of Alcoholics and Co-Dependency), Trauma (including EMDR and EFT) and Narcissistic Abuse.
Congratulations on taking the first step toward a deeper self awareness! I work with my clients to help them understand how personal challenges like anxiety, depression, addiction or trauma may be influencing their relationships, work, or daily life. My style is interactive, engaged, and non-judgmental while integrating the psychological, emotional, physical and spiritual well being of the whole person. I also feel that it is important to incorporate laughter into the healing process! Once we can find the humor in our human-ness it becomes easier to forgive ourselves and others as we move toward more authentic happiness.
(831) 288-2302 View (831) 288-2302
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Paul Bossart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CDC
Verified Verified
Alamogordo, NM 88310
Are you struggling with PTSD, past trauma, anxiety or depression? Are addictions problematic for you? Are you looking for someone who will respect your religious/spiritual beliefs? Then give me a call. I can help with all of these concerns.
Are you struggling with PTSD, past trauma, anxiety or depression? Are addictions problematic for you? Are you looking for someone who will respect your religious/spiritual beliefs? Then give me a call. I can help with all of these concerns.
(907) 331-0943 View (907) 331-0943
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Annette Munoz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87110
I am trained in EMDR and work with clients who are wanting to resolve issues surrounding trauma, codependency and life transitions.
Do you ever feel like nobody understands you? Do you ever feel like you just need someone to talk to? I am here to help! As a therapist I like to provide a non-judgmental environment with empathy and genuineness to help the therapeutic process. My intention as a therapist is to aid you in your healing journey. Don't be afraid to get help! I understand that life and its struggles can be difficult and at times may feel unbearable. I have found that sometimes people do not know why they feel anxious, fearful, angry or hopeless. I do understand. I became a therapist to help make this process a little easier.
I am trained in EMDR and work with clients who are wanting to resolve issues surrounding trauma, codependency and life transitions.
Do you ever feel like nobody understands you? Do you ever feel like you just need someone to talk to? I am here to help! As a therapist I like to provide a non-judgmental environment with empathy and genuineness to help the therapeutic process. My intention as a therapist is to aid you in your healing journey. Don't be afraid to get help! I understand that life and its struggles can be difficult and at times may feel unbearable. I have found that sometimes people do not know why they feel anxious, fearful, angry or hopeless. I do understand. I became a therapist to help make this process a little easier.
(505) 605-6983 View (505) 605-6983
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.