Trauma and PTSD Therapists in North Dakota

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Kayla Norton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Grand Forks, ND 58201
Kayla Norton, MSW, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She provides individual therapy services to children (ages 8 and up), adolescents, and adults. Kayla has a passion for helping individuals who experience issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, self-harm, attention and impulse control difficulties, mood difficulties, and adjusting to life changes. Kayla has experience in settings to include residential treatment facilities, inpatient psychiatric hospital treatment, and outpatient therapy services.
Kayla Norton, MSW, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She provides individual therapy services to children (ages 8 and up), adolescents, and adults. Kayla has a passion for helping individuals who experience issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, self-harm, attention and impulse control difficulties, mood difficulties, and adjusting to life changes. Kayla has experience in settings to include residential treatment facilities, inpatient psychiatric hospital treatment, and outpatient therapy services.
(701) 765-5414 View (701) 765-5414
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Christen Kroom-Jackosky
Counselor, MS, LAPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bismarck, ND 58504
I have specialized training in military resilience and trauma.
As an integrative therapist, I pride myself in tailoring various therapeutic approaches to suit your unique needs. My areas of interest include working with teen and adult clients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and phobias. My goal is to provide a supportive and collaborative environment that facilitates comfortability and growth in my clients. I enjoy using humor and empathy to build relationships with my clients.
I have specialized training in military resilience and trauma.
As an integrative therapist, I pride myself in tailoring various therapeutic approaches to suit your unique needs. My areas of interest include working with teen and adult clients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and phobias. My goal is to provide a supportive and collaborative environment that facilitates comfortability and growth in my clients. I enjoy using humor and empathy to build relationships with my clients.
(701) 587-9647 View (701) 587-9647
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Deb Fetting
Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Fargo, ND 58103
I help people find more satisfying lives and healthier relationships. I've been a counselor for 15 years seeing adults for a variety of concerns that accompany anxiety, stress, painful life experiences, loss, depression, transition, trauma, communication challenges, and relationship concerns. I'm a Certified EMDR Therapist and I frequently use EMDR therapy with my clients.
I help people find more satisfying lives and healthier relationships. I've been a counselor for 15 years seeing adults for a variety of concerns that accompany anxiety, stress, painful life experiences, loss, depression, transition, trauma, communication challenges, and relationship concerns. I'm a Certified EMDR Therapist and I frequently use EMDR therapy with my clients.
(701) 203-9561 View (701) 203-9561
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Karissa Zeltinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minot, ND 58703
I work with clients ages 10+ in areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, communication/relationship issues, burnout management, women's health, and adjusting to life changes.
If you are feeling stuck, ever found yourself telling others you feel "stuck," feel like you have tried therapy before, and nothing helped. If you have gone through a major life event: moved, relocated, had a baby, got married, in and out of relationships, struggling to communicate at work, school, or home. If you are realizing that old stuff from your past has surfaced, is starting to surface, and it's harder and harder to keep it all inside and feel tense inside. If you have realized you don't want your children to experience or be raised the way you have been.
I work with clients ages 10+ in areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, communication/relationship issues, burnout management, women's health, and adjusting to life changes.
If you are feeling stuck, ever found yourself telling others you feel "stuck," feel like you have tried therapy before, and nothing helped. If you have gone through a major life event: moved, relocated, had a baby, got married, in and out of relationships, struggling to communicate at work, school, or home. If you are realizing that old stuff from your past has surfaced, is starting to surface, and it's harder and harder to keep it all inside and feel tense inside. If you have realized you don't want your children to experience or be raised the way you have been.
(701) 699-4808 View (701) 699-4808
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Alana D Johnston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Forks, ND 58201
Alana approaches her work with a trauma-informed focus. She recognizes the prevalence of trauma and its impact on an individual’s overall well-being and strives to understand the whole of the individual who is seeking therapy. Alana focuses on her client’s strengths to empower them to build a strong foundation to fall back on when there are setbacks in life. She values the importance of human relationships, authenticity, self-determination, integrity, and respect, and these values shine through in her work with clients.
Alana approaches her work with a trauma-informed focus. She recognizes the prevalence of trauma and its impact on an individual’s overall well-being and strives to understand the whole of the individual who is seeking therapy. Alana focuses on her client’s strengths to empower them to build a strong foundation to fall back on when there are setbacks in life. She values the importance of human relationships, authenticity, self-determination, integrity, and respect, and these values shine through in her work with clients.
(701) 638-9914 View (701) 638-9914
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Sara Knudson
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bismarck, ND 58501
Hello! I have a passion for working with individuals from age ten through late adulthood. I have experience working with individuals who may be struggling with infertility, adjusting to life after baby, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, OCD and other life transitions you may be experiencing.
Hello! I have a passion for working with individuals from age ten through late adulthood. I have experience working with individuals who may be struggling with infertility, adjusting to life after baby, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, OCD and other life transitions you may be experiencing.
(701) 695-4664 View (701) 695-4664
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Dakota Trauma Therapy, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP-RP, ABN
Verified Verified
Bismarck, ND 58503
As a very experienced Board Certified Psychologist with more than 30 years experience, I have helped more than 1,700 adult patients suffering with PTSD and specific fears.
Welcome!! I am Dr. David Brooks. My passion is assisting traumatized and distressed patients in their healing. If you feel undervalued, insufficient, unworthy, traumatized, anxious, have specific fears and/or anxiety-based unwanted cravings I would be delighted to help you. My current practice is limited to individual adults focused on reversing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), reducing anxiety, boosting mood, counteracting specific fears, providing practice with simple strategies to enhance coping with stressors, desensitizing traumatic life experience, reducing unwanted cravings and increasing self-esteem.
As a very experienced Board Certified Psychologist with more than 30 years experience, I have helped more than 1,700 adult patients suffering with PTSD and specific fears.
Welcome!! I am Dr. David Brooks. My passion is assisting traumatized and distressed patients in their healing. If you feel undervalued, insufficient, unworthy, traumatized, anxious, have specific fears and/or anxiety-based unwanted cravings I would be delighted to help you. My current practice is limited to individual adults focused on reversing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), reducing anxiety, boosting mood, counteracting specific fears, providing practice with simple strategies to enhance coping with stressors, desensitizing traumatic life experience, reducing unwanted cravings and increasing self-esteem.
(701) 253-1286 View (701) 253-1286
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Hailey Jorris
Counselor, LAPC
Verified Verified
Bismarck, ND 58504
I work with women to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and boundaries. I have a special passion for premarital counseling. I enjoy working with clients who are ready to dig deep, engage in present-day issues, and are ready to be empowered to make changes that will impact the trajectory of their future. I love to help clients develop self-awareness and use handouts, podcasts, and books as resources to take therapy outside the office.
I work with women to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and boundaries. I have a special passion for premarital counseling. I enjoy working with clients who are ready to dig deep, engage in present-day issues, and are ready to be empowered to make changes that will impact the trajectory of their future. I love to help clients develop self-awareness and use handouts, podcasts, and books as resources to take therapy outside the office.
(701) 543-6849 View (701) 543-6849
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Erin Hagen
Counselor, PhD, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fargo, ND 58102
I specialize in trauma healing, specific anxiety conditions, executive functioning, self-esteem/identity development, and relational growth.
Am I right for you? Ask yourself: Are your relationships a source of anxiety for you? Does this time in your life call for deeper reflection and awareness? If you could connect better in key relationships, would your life improve? I provide focused attention to all aspects of your emotional wellbeing, anxiety concerns, and relational health. I offer you a safe and connected approach to counseling. I believe that holding a secure and healthy attachment in the therapy process brings strength, connection, courage, and hope.
I specialize in trauma healing, specific anxiety conditions, executive functioning, self-esteem/identity development, and relational growth.
Am I right for you? Ask yourself: Are your relationships a source of anxiety for you? Does this time in your life call for deeper reflection and awareness? If you could connect better in key relationships, would your life improve? I provide focused attention to all aspects of your emotional wellbeing, anxiety concerns, and relational health. I offer you a safe and connected approach to counseling. I believe that holding a secure and healthy attachment in the therapy process brings strength, connection, courage, and hope.
(701) 502-6503 View (701) 502-6503
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Heidi Tupa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fargo, ND 58103
I have formal training in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, including a specialty training for using EMDR with children/teens.
I am passionate about empowering others to create wellness in their lives. My healing approach is person-centered and affirming; where all parts of you are welcomed and appreciated. My hope for you is to learn your true value, build upon your current skills, and gain a greater understanding of the life you deserve. I have served children, teens, and adults from diverse backgrounds. My clinical focus supports those oppressed and vulnerable populations including high-risk youth, women, Indigenous, people of color, and LGBTQI+. What my clients all have in common is the desire to feel heard, to belong, and find peace within themselves.
I have formal training in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, including a specialty training for using EMDR with children/teens.
I am passionate about empowering others to create wellness in their lives. My healing approach is person-centered and affirming; where all parts of you are welcomed and appreciated. My hope for you is to learn your true value, build upon your current skills, and gain a greater understanding of the life you deserve. I have served children, teens, and adults from diverse backgrounds. My clinical focus supports those oppressed and vulnerable populations including high-risk youth, women, Indigenous, people of color, and LGBTQI+. What my clients all have in common is the desire to feel heard, to belong, and find peace within themselves.
(701) 557-8675 View (701) 557-8675
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Nicole Sand
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Fargo, ND 58103
Nicole works with adults with a variety of mental health concerns and specializes in complex trauma/PTSD and domestic and sexual violence.
Nicole is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of North Dakota with over 5 years of experience. She is dedicated to creating a safe space to develop a secure and collaborative therapeutic relationship. Nicole is passionate about connecting with each of her clients to encourage personal growth and healing, new insights, and authentic living. She strives to provide courage and hope to her clients while helping them met their goals and create more meaning and fulfillment in their lives.
Nicole works with adults with a variety of mental health concerns and specializes in complex trauma/PTSD and domestic and sexual violence.
Nicole is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of North Dakota with over 5 years of experience. She is dedicated to creating a safe space to develop a secure and collaborative therapeutic relationship. Nicole is passionate about connecting with each of her clients to encourage personal growth and healing, new insights, and authentic living. She strives to provide courage and hope to her clients while helping them met their goals and create more meaning and fulfillment in their lives.
(701) 401-1147 View (701) 401-1147
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Carly Abaga
Counselor, LAPC
Verified Verified
Minot, ND 58701  (Online Only)
I am a compassionate mental health professional offering comprehensive counseling services to individuals at different stages of their lives. With a strong commitment to supporting my clients' well-being, I work with diverse populations and reasons for seeking counseling, including my work with law enforcement, trauma, life changes/ transitions, and vocational rehabilitation. I believe in meeting you where you are and helping you work towards your goals. As a result, I tailor my approach through your feedback, goals, and our sessions to meet the unique needs of every individual.
I am a compassionate mental health professional offering comprehensive counseling services to individuals at different stages of their lives. With a strong commitment to supporting my clients' well-being, I work with diverse populations and reasons for seeking counseling, including my work with law enforcement, trauma, life changes/ transitions, and vocational rehabilitation. I believe in meeting you where you are and helping you work towards your goals. As a result, I tailor my approach through your feedback, goals, and our sessions to meet the unique needs of every individual.
(701) 394-4768 View (701) 394-4768
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Amanda Langan (Frank)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Bismarck, ND 58503
I am passionate in helping individuals achieve their goals and reach their full potential. I specialize in working with adults dealing with a multitude of issues including: trauma/PTSD, dissociative disorders (DID), depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, interpersonal communication, divorce, and adjustment/transitions.
I am passionate in helping individuals achieve their goals and reach their full potential. I specialize in working with adults dealing with a multitude of issues including: trauma/PTSD, dissociative disorders (DID), depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, interpersonal communication, divorce, and adjustment/transitions.
(701) 380-3823 View (701) 380-3823
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Jennifer Lefever
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bismarck, ND 58501  (Online Only)
I have a special interest in working with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties and life transitions.
I believe that every person has the potential within themselves to make the changes they need to live their happiest life. My hope is to create a safe space for you to explore, heal, and tell your story. My goal will always be to work alongside you and help you on your path to get to that place, whatever that may look like for you. I take a humanistic and person-centered approach to therapy, and together we will tailor the therapeutic experience for your individual needs. You are worthy of healing. You deserve time and space to share your experiences, to explore feelings and thoughts in a nurturing, nonjudgmental place.
I have a special interest in working with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties and life transitions.
I believe that every person has the potential within themselves to make the changes they need to live their happiest life. My hope is to create a safe space for you to explore, heal, and tell your story. My goal will always be to work alongside you and help you on your path to get to that place, whatever that may look like for you. I take a humanistic and person-centered approach to therapy, and together we will tailor the therapeutic experience for your individual needs. You are worthy of healing. You deserve time and space to share your experiences, to explore feelings and thoughts in a nurturing, nonjudgmental place.
(701) 291-8890 View (701) 291-8890
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Missy Gartner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minot, ND 58703
I specialize in trauma and also treat issues related, but not limited to anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, self-esteem, women’s issues, life transitions, coping skills, and PTSD.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or struggle to adjust to life’s difficulties and daily tasks? Has a past trauma, distressing event, or life change made taking your life back seem difficult? Or maybe wishing fears, worries, or stressors would not feel so heavy and overwhelming? Sometimes you don’t know how you got here or why this is happening. Now more than ever, we all experience uncertainty about different aspects of our lives. My hope is together, we can work to help you rise from whatever difficulties you may be facing. I'm here with honor to support you in your journey to create ways to heal, achieve goals, and find your joy.
I specialize in trauma and also treat issues related, but not limited to anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, self-esteem, women’s issues, life transitions, coping skills, and PTSD.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or struggle to adjust to life’s difficulties and daily tasks? Has a past trauma, distressing event, or life change made taking your life back seem difficult? Or maybe wishing fears, worries, or stressors would not feel so heavy and overwhelming? Sometimes you don’t know how you got here or why this is happening. Now more than ever, we all experience uncertainty about different aspects of our lives. My hope is together, we can work to help you rise from whatever difficulties you may be facing. I'm here with honor to support you in your journey to create ways to heal, achieve goals, and find your joy.
(701) 253-1639 View (701) 253-1639
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Jen Kimball Walter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fargo, ND 58103  (Online Only)
She specializes in strengths based trauma focused care with a special emphasis in mindfulness practice.
Jen strives to ensure each client feels safe and supported throughout the treatment process and feels that a collaborative working relationship is the cornerstone to personal growth. She works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
She specializes in strengths based trauma focused care with a special emphasis in mindfulness practice.
Jen strives to ensure each client feels safe and supported throughout the treatment process and feels that a collaborative working relationship is the cornerstone to personal growth. She works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
(701) 369-9515 View (701) 369-9515
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Deanna Jenkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Forks, ND 58203  (Online Only)
I am trained in Brainspotting, Trauma-Informed Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Attachment, and Biobehavioral Catch-Up (ABC).
I specialize in providing support to individuals who are dedicated to improving their relationships and overall well-being. My practice involves working with adults, adolescents, and children of all ages who are dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. I aim to customize sessions to meet the specific needs of each client by using various techniques that can help address trauma in individuals and within parent/child relationships, as well as methods that focus on improving relationships between parents and young children.
I am trained in Brainspotting, Trauma-Informed Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Attachment, and Biobehavioral Catch-Up (ABC).
I specialize in providing support to individuals who are dedicated to improving their relationships and overall well-being. My practice involves working with adults, adolescents, and children of all ages who are dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. I aim to customize sessions to meet the specific needs of each client by using various techniques that can help address trauma in individuals and within parent/child relationships, as well as methods that focus on improving relationships between parents and young children.
(701) 543-5993 View (701) 543-5993
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Renewed Minds
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Dickinson, ND 58601  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with adults on a variety of challenges, particularly trauma and relationship problems.
Life can be very challenging and overwhelming, and our natural tendency is to freeze or flee from our issues. However the best solution is to walk through them, and I can help you in that process. I like to listen intently to hurting or frustrated people who are stuck in addictions, toxic relationships, depression, anxiety, and confusing situations and help them come up with solutions that will work. It's important to feel supported when we're overwhelmed, and I make that my primary goal.
I enjoy working with adults on a variety of challenges, particularly trauma and relationship problems.
Life can be very challenging and overwhelming, and our natural tendency is to freeze or flee from our issues. However the best solution is to walk through them, and I can help you in that process. I like to listen intently to hurting or frustrated people who are stuck in addictions, toxic relationships, depression, anxiety, and confusing situations and help them come up with solutions that will work. It's important to feel supported when we're overwhelmed, and I make that my primary goal.
(701) 937-3764 View (701) 937-3764
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John Perez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC-S, CCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fargo, ND 58104
I am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Relational-Cultural Theory, EMDR and CPT, to provide therapeutic interventions for anxiety, depression, trauma, couples/marriage, personality disorders, OCD, mood disorders and ADHD.
Around 40% of the effectiveness of therapy is your relationship with your therapist! The next 30% is your own coping skill set. I pride myself in being a down to earth, relatable counselor, and I enjoy collaborating with my clients for their mental health care! With 18 years of well-rounded experience in the field, I use a combination of theories and techniques to first build a trusting and empowering relationship and then work together to reduce the suffering that comes from mental health issues or life's stressors. I believe clients are looking for connection and for a counselor they can relate to, to help with their problems!
I am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Relational-Cultural Theory, EMDR and CPT, to provide therapeutic interventions for anxiety, depression, trauma, couples/marriage, personality disorders, OCD, mood disorders and ADHD.
Around 40% of the effectiveness of therapy is your relationship with your therapist! The next 30% is your own coping skill set. I pride myself in being a down to earth, relatable counselor, and I enjoy collaborating with my clients for their mental health care! With 18 years of well-rounded experience in the field, I use a combination of theories and techniques to first build a trusting and empowering relationship and then work together to reduce the suffering that comes from mental health issues or life's stressors. I believe clients are looking for connection and for a counselor they can relate to, to help with their problems!
(701) 561-0783 View (701) 561-0783
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Rachel Blumhardt
Counselor, MEd, LPCC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Fargo, ND 58104
I am certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).
My overall focus is on helping women be well--physically, emotionally, spiritually, socially. My areas of focus include: trauma, depression, anxiety, work-life balance, grief, self-esteem, and relationship issues. I gravitate towards Cognitive Behavioral and Humanistic therapies in my clinical work. I primarily serve clients individually; however, I am experienced in offering couple's and group therapy. I am passionate about working with those experiencing PTSD and helping improve their quality of life. In addition to seeing clients I provide supervision for ND and MN counselors seeking their LPCCs.
I am certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).
My overall focus is on helping women be well--physically, emotionally, spiritually, socially. My areas of focus include: trauma, depression, anxiety, work-life balance, grief, self-esteem, and relationship issues. I gravitate towards Cognitive Behavioral and Humanistic therapies in my clinical work. I primarily serve clients individually; however, I am experienced in offering couple's and group therapy. I am passionate about working with those experiencing PTSD and helping improve their quality of life. In addition to seeing clients I provide supervision for ND and MN counselors seeking their LPCCs.
(701) 248-8368 View (701) 248-8368

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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.