Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Whitehall, OH

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Amanda Price
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Whitehall, OH 43213  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a clinician with 11 years post master’s experience working with children, teens and adults. I have experience working with couples, individuals and their families. I prefer to work with individuals who are adults. I utilize a humanistic, client centered and strength-based approach. I utilize an eclectic approach to working with trauma, depression, anxiety that include Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy techniques. I am an ally for those who are LGBTQIA+ and an ally to the ENM lifestyle.
I am a clinician with 11 years post master’s experience working with children, teens and adults. I have experience working with couples, individuals and their families. I prefer to work with individuals who are adults. I utilize a humanistic, client centered and strength-based approach. I utilize an eclectic approach to working with trauma, depression, anxiety that include Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy techniques. I am an ally for those who are LGBTQIA+ and an ally to the ENM lifestyle.
(614) 992-7974 View (614) 992-7974
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Have Faith Christian Counseling
Counselor, LPCC-S, LCDC, III, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Whitehall, OH 43213
Using an integrative approach we help adults, clergy/clergy families, couples, therapists and other professionals practically address issues of anger; anxiety; compassion fatigue, depression; career; grief/loss; behavioral/substance issues; relationship conflict; sexual abuse/trauma; spiritual issues; stress and life transitions.
You are a spiritual being living a human experience, which may result in challenges wounding your body, mind and spirit. At Have Faith Christian Counseling you're offered "a caring hand in life's journey," and encouragement to take a mustard seed step of faith. A step toward your healing journey of achievement, awareness, creativity, forgiveness, fulfillment, joy, self love, love of others, peace and spiritual growth. There is hope! Be encouraged. Empower yourself today to begin living the positive life you were created to live.
Using an integrative approach we help adults, clergy/clergy families, couples, therapists and other professionals practically address issues of anger; anxiety; compassion fatigue, depression; career; grief/loss; behavioral/substance issues; relationship conflict; sexual abuse/trauma; spiritual issues; stress and life transitions.
You are a spiritual being living a human experience, which may result in challenges wounding your body, mind and spirit. At Have Faith Christian Counseling you're offered "a caring hand in life's journey," and encouragement to take a mustard seed step of faith. A step toward your healing journey of achievement, awareness, creativity, forgiveness, fulfillment, joy, self love, love of others, peace and spiritual growth. There is hope! Be encouraged. Empower yourself today to begin living the positive life you were created to live.
(614) 515-4452 View (614) 515-4452
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Candace L Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Whitehall, OH 43213
I specialize in addressing issues like anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+, life transitions, childhood trauma and self-esteem.
My purpose is to empower vulnerable populations to understand their individual strengths which can help them address the problems they are experiencing in their lives. I like to use therapy modalities like person-centered, strength-based, solution-focused and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. I am passionate about utilizing holistic approaches to help my clients achieve overall wellness.
I specialize in addressing issues like anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+, life transitions, childhood trauma and self-esteem.
My purpose is to empower vulnerable populations to understand their individual strengths which can help them address the problems they are experiencing in their lives. I like to use therapy modalities like person-centered, strength-based, solution-focused and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. I am passionate about utilizing holistic approaches to help my clients achieve overall wellness.
(614) 932-2082 View (614) 932-2082
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Lauren Burgess
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MFT-T
Verified Verified
Whitehall, OH 43213
I bring a curious, direct, and intellectual energy to the therapeutic space. I am a mother to a blended family, a postpartum doula, and a taekwondo enthusiast. I understand the diverse array of individual and familial connections and the complexities they entail.
I bring a curious, direct, and intellectual energy to the therapeutic space. I am a mother to a blended family, a postpartum doula, and a taekwondo enthusiast. I understand the diverse array of individual and familial connections and the complexities they entail.
(740) 900-0866 View (740) 900-0866

More Therapists Nearby

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Rachael Gardner Purdy
Counselor, LCPC, LICDC, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bexley, OH 43209
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in multiple areas but have special interests in substance use/abuse disorders, trauma and abuse, LGBTQIA+ issues, and those harmed or hurt by the church, religion, or other various organized groups, and wanting their voice to be heard.
I am passionate about my work and helping individuals gain insight and understanding in their own challenges, strengths, limits, and abilities. As a proponent of holistic healing, I am working toward the use of yoga, yoga for trauma, meditation, and wellness coaching in my practice. My specialties include behavioral and mental health, substance use/abuse/dependence, LGBTQIA+ issues, and trauma with training in EMDR for difficult cases. From experience, I know, regardless of the difficulties in life, there is always a solution/change which can happen to help you find a positive to every situation -even if is not what you thought.
I specialize in multiple areas but have special interests in substance use/abuse disorders, trauma and abuse, LGBTQIA+ issues, and those harmed or hurt by the church, religion, or other various organized groups, and wanting their voice to be heard.
I am passionate about my work and helping individuals gain insight and understanding in their own challenges, strengths, limits, and abilities. As a proponent of holistic healing, I am working toward the use of yoga, yoga for trauma, meditation, and wellness coaching in my practice. My specialties include behavioral and mental health, substance use/abuse/dependence, LGBTQIA+ issues, and trauma with training in EMDR for difficult cases. From experience, I know, regardless of the difficulties in life, there is always a solution/change which can happen to help you find a positive to every situation -even if is not what you thought.
(740) 661-6405 View (740) 661-6405
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Levana Slabodnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43209  (Online Only)
I specialize in supporting your healing process from a trauma informed and neurodivergent affirming lens.
There are so many of us who have felt like outsiders our entire lives, pretending to be someone else to fit in. It might be because of Neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism, CPTSD), or your body size or the traumas that have lead you to feel that no one would understand or accept who you really are. The truth is that changing to fit in isn't the solution. You deserve to accept who you are right now. You can learn more supportive ways of coping or communicating, but the essence of who you are is worthy and deserving of love.
I specialize in supporting your healing process from a trauma informed and neurodivergent affirming lens.
There are so many of us who have felt like outsiders our entire lives, pretending to be someone else to fit in. It might be because of Neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism, CPTSD), or your body size or the traumas that have lead you to feel that no one would understand or accept who you really are. The truth is that changing to fit in isn't the solution. You deserve to accept who you are right now. You can learn more supportive ways of coping or communicating, but the essence of who you are is worthy and deserving of love.
(614) 705-2758 View (614) 705-2758
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Ethan Briggs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43209  (Online Only)
Currently Accepting New Clients! I find that I do my best work in helping clients learn real life, applicable skills to utilize on a daily basis. I enjoy incorporating humor in my sessions while also ensuring positive progress toward your goals. I am passionate about mental health education and helping people understand themselves better. I don't want therapy to feel stuffy. I hope you come as your authentic self and feel comfortable being who you are. I help with managing anxiety, LGBTQ+ concerns, life transitions, and trauma, including those with religious trauma and those working on deconstruction of their previous faith beliefs.
Currently Accepting New Clients! I find that I do my best work in helping clients learn real life, applicable skills to utilize on a daily basis. I enjoy incorporating humor in my sessions while also ensuring positive progress toward your goals. I am passionate about mental health education and helping people understand themselves better. I don't want therapy to feel stuffy. I hope you come as your authentic self and feel comfortable being who you are. I help with managing anxiety, LGBTQ+ concerns, life transitions, and trauma, including those with religious trauma and those working on deconstruction of their previous faith beliefs.
(614) 350-2139 View (614) 350-2139
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Lisa Kelley
MA, MEd, EdS
Verified Verified
Bexley, OH 43209
Trained in EMDR and Trauma-Focused CBT, I believe targeted mental health interventions can transform academic performance, school engagement, and overall well-being.
Young person, if school and life feel like a tough puzzle, and mental health or behavior hurdles are blocking your growth, I'm your ally. Together, we'll dive into evidence-based counseling techniques, allowing you to grow in a safe space. For parents grappling with their child's challenges, I'm here to offer guidance. Through comprehensive psychological evaluations and/or counseling, we'll collaborate to uncover solutions, setting a path for your child's success. Adults tackling persistent learning obstacles, I'm here for you. Whether uncovering root issues or building coping strategies, my services provide clarity and empowerment.
Trained in EMDR and Trauma-Focused CBT, I believe targeted mental health interventions can transform academic performance, school engagement, and overall well-being.
Young person, if school and life feel like a tough puzzle, and mental health or behavior hurdles are blocking your growth, I'm your ally. Together, we'll dive into evidence-based counseling techniques, allowing you to grow in a safe space. For parents grappling with their child's challenges, I'm here to offer guidance. Through comprehensive psychological evaluations and/or counseling, we'll collaborate to uncover solutions, setting a path for your child's success. Adults tackling persistent learning obstacles, I'm here for you. Whether uncovering root issues or building coping strategies, my services provide clarity and empowerment.
(614) 756-3780 View (614) 756-3780
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Natanielle F Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43213  (Online Only)
These methods include trauma informed therapy, IFS, and psychodynamic practices.
My practice is focused primarily on couples. We all encounter different types of challenges and adversity in life, whether in relationships or life events. Meeting people where they are, I enable them to find strength and meaningful connections in their lives.
These methods include trauma informed therapy, IFS, and psychodynamic practices.
My practice is focused primarily on couples. We all encounter different types of challenges and adversity in life, whether in relationships or life events. Meeting people where they are, I enable them to find strength and meaningful connections in their lives.
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Adam Wills
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Bexley, OH 43209
Waitlist for new clients
I’m committed to providing my full attention and support in helping people work toward positive changes that align with their own values and goals. I work with adults and adolescents, and I take an eclectic and holistic approach to help with concerns that may include mental health, stress, trauma, grief, addiction, relationships, or adjusting to life changes. This may be a matter of short-term counseling to strengthen coping skills or overcome a specific challenge, or more in-depth therapy to better understand and resolve deeper patterns and issues.
I’m committed to providing my full attention and support in helping people work toward positive changes that align with their own values and goals. I work with adults and adolescents, and I take an eclectic and holistic approach to help with concerns that may include mental health, stress, trauma, grief, addiction, relationships, or adjusting to life changes. This may be a matter of short-term counseling to strengthen coping skills or overcome a specific challenge, or more in-depth therapy to better understand and resolve deeper patterns and issues.
(614) 321-9128 View (614) 321-9128
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Bayou Wellness
Counselor, LMHC, LCSW, CAP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43213
Bayou Wellness is a therapy group in Pensacola, Florida and also licensed in Ohio, offering outpatient mental health counseling, weekend marriage intensives, and group therapy for teens. Please read about our services and therapists on our website. We offer both in-office and telehealth therapy for individuals, couples, families, and children. Our therapists treat a vast array of issues, including addiction, grief, trauma, adjustment issues, marriage and family issues, and disorders of mood, anxiety, and impulse control. We uniquely provide EMDR therapy, EFT, Gottman therapy, play therapy, and Christian counseling.
Bayou Wellness is a therapy group in Pensacola, Florida and also licensed in Ohio, offering outpatient mental health counseling, weekend marriage intensives, and group therapy for teens. Please read about our services and therapists on our website. We offer both in-office and telehealth therapy for individuals, couples, families, and children. Our therapists treat a vast array of issues, including addiction, grief, trauma, adjustment issues, marriage and family issues, and disorders of mood, anxiety, and impulse control. We uniquely provide EMDR therapy, EFT, Gottman therapy, play therapy, and Christian counseling.
(850) 547-6944 View (850) 547-6944
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Sanos Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43213  (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients. We know that finding the right therapist could be overwhelming but allow us to help you in this process that is very important for you. We believe that the connection and collaboration with your therapist is one important piece in a good therapeutic alliance. It is important for us that you feel heard and that you can work toward your personal goals. We offer teletherapy for teens and adults. We work with people that are experiencing relationship issues, women issues, anxiety, postpartum depression, depression, stress, trauma, life transitions, low self-esteem, and grief.
Currently accepting new clients. We know that finding the right therapist could be overwhelming but allow us to help you in this process that is very important for you. We believe that the connection and collaboration with your therapist is one important piece in a good therapeutic alliance. It is important for us that you feel heard and that you can work toward your personal goals. We offer teletherapy for teens and adults. We work with people that are experiencing relationship issues, women issues, anxiety, postpartum depression, depression, stress, trauma, life transitions, low self-esteem, and grief.
(380) 207-9829 View (380) 207-9829
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Cook Counseling and Consulting Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43230
Hi there! We are Cook Counseling and Consulting Inc., a group of psychotherapists with diverse experiences and specialties. We work with clients with various concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, BPD, and trauma. We use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Dialectical (DBT), Couples Therapy, and Trauma Focused therapies. We believe in treating everyone with respect and working with clients and couples to identify strengths and develop the skills to navigate life's challenges. We also offer supervision for LSWs seeking independent licensure.
Hi there! We are Cook Counseling and Consulting Inc., a group of psychotherapists with diverse experiences and specialties. We work with clients with various concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, BPD, and trauma. We use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Dialectical (DBT), Couples Therapy, and Trauma Focused therapies. We believe in treating everyone with respect and working with clients and couples to identify strengths and develop the skills to navigate life's challenges. We also offer supervision for LSWs seeking independent licensure.
(614) 835-6068 View (614) 835-6068
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Donna Lang- Get Centered Wellness
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43209
We learn how to see, value and trust ourselves and others based on how our caregivers saw, valued and were honest with us. When that relationship has been broken in any way, we develop an attachment wound. This break could have come in many forms, neglect, abuse, emotional and physical absence or inconsistent nurturing. As adults we act out our wounds in our daily lives. This leads to an inability to form healthy, connected and valuable relationships with ourselves and others. The impact of this is depression, anxiety, personality issues, trauma responses and a myriad of other issues.
We learn how to see, value and trust ourselves and others based on how our caregivers saw, valued and were honest with us. When that relationship has been broken in any way, we develop an attachment wound. This break could have come in many forms, neglect, abuse, emotional and physical absence or inconsistent nurturing. As adults we act out our wounds in our daily lives. This leads to an inability to form healthy, connected and valuable relationships with ourselves and others. The impact of this is depression, anxiety, personality issues, trauma responses and a myriad of other issues.
(380) 207-1056 View (380) 207-1056
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Mirranda O'Neil
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Bexley, OH 43209
In my time as a counselor, I have cultivated a knack for working with adolescents and young adults, and a passion for educating others about healthy relationships. I have the skills and experience to help those currently struggling with issues such as depression and anxiety, difficult life transitions, and traumatic experiences, among others. I am EMDR-trained and utilize a culturally sensitive, trauma-focused approach in my sessions. I approach my work with the understanding that you are a person before you are my client. This means I aim to tailor sessions to your individual needs, and firmly believe you are the expert on you.
In my time as a counselor, I have cultivated a knack for working with adolescents and young adults, and a passion for educating others about healthy relationships. I have the skills and experience to help those currently struggling with issues such as depression and anxiety, difficult life transitions, and traumatic experiences, among others. I am EMDR-trained and utilize a culturally sensitive, trauma-focused approach in my sessions. I approach my work with the understanding that you are a person before you are my client. This means I aim to tailor sessions to your individual needs, and firmly believe you are the expert on you.
(614) 515-5089 View (614) 515-5089
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Amy Shevrin, LISW-S
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43209
Whether it's stress, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship or family concerns, the emotional toll of an illness or a trauma, I have a strong record of helping my clients achieve their mental health goals. I am eager to support your efforts to move forward, address your challenges, and lead a fuller life. Sometimes we feel stuck in our lives. It takes courage to admit that everything we have tried to get ourselves unstuck has not worked. It also takes courage to contact a therapist for the first time, or if you have been in counseling before, trying it again.
Whether it's stress, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship or family concerns, the emotional toll of an illness or a trauma, I have a strong record of helping my clients achieve their mental health goals. I am eager to support your efforts to move forward, address your challenges, and lead a fuller life. Sometimes we feel stuck in our lives. It takes courage to admit that everything we have tried to get ourselves unstuck has not worked. It also takes courage to contact a therapist for the first time, or if you have been in counseling before, trying it again.
(614) 450-1964 View (614) 450-1964
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Quanishia Gibson
LPC Intern, CT
Verified Verified
Bexley, OH 43209
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who are dealing with mental and/or emotional health issues. If you are struggling with self-esteem/self-worth, the aftereffects of emotional abuse, a breakup/divorce, trauma, or relationship issues with a spouse or family member, there is hope. I have training in providing clinical diagnoses for mental health, couples counseling, family therapy, psychological first aid and trauma support. If you are looking to improve your mental health, "get back to yourself", and/or break cycles in the way you navigate relationships I am here to assist you through the process.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who are dealing with mental and/or emotional health issues. If you are struggling with self-esteem/self-worth, the aftereffects of emotional abuse, a breakup/divorce, trauma, or relationship issues with a spouse or family member, there is hope. I have training in providing clinical diagnoses for mental health, couples counseling, family therapy, psychological first aid and trauma support. If you are looking to improve your mental health, "get back to yourself", and/or break cycles in the way you navigate relationships I am here to assist you through the process.
(380) 208-0671 View (380) 208-0671
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Jay Murali
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43213  (Online Only)
I employ trauma-informed care, trauma-focused CBT, strengths-based/solution-based problem-solving, MI, and relational/reality therapy.
You and I will develop an excellent client-therapist relationship if we share these values: trust and openness, collaborative problem-solving, mindful thinking, active listening, and patience. I strive to create a space where you can be vulnerable and honest about the challenges affecting you. I promise to help you navigate them in a way that's empowering, respectful, thoughtful, and sensitive.
I employ trauma-informed care, trauma-focused CBT, strengths-based/solution-based problem-solving, MI, and relational/reality therapy.
You and I will develop an excellent client-therapist relationship if we share these values: trust and openness, collaborative problem-solving, mindful thinking, active listening, and patience. I strive to create a space where you can be vulnerable and honest about the challenges affecting you. I promise to help you navigate them in a way that's empowering, respectful, thoughtful, and sensitive.
(614) 618-4109 View (614) 618-4109
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Balanced Behavioral Health Solutions, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43209  (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients. Balanced Behavioral Health Solutions offers individual, couples, and family counseling. We are a team of licensed and experienced therapists who are passionate about helping you overcome your challenges and achieve your goals. Whether you are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or any other mental health concern, we are here to support you and provide you with effective and personalized care. ​
Currently accepting new clients. Balanced Behavioral Health Solutions offers individual, couples, and family counseling. We are a team of licensed and experienced therapists who are passionate about helping you overcome your challenges and achieve your goals. Whether you are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or any other mental health concern, we are here to support you and provide you with effective and personalized care. ​
(614) 437-6527 View (614) 437-6527
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Dr. Tofunmi Oni
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43213  (Online Only)
I specialize in supporting Black, Indigenous, POC individuals and couples (18+) navigating stress or trauma related to relationships (I.
Despite your best efforts to convince yourself that you have it all together, you’re struggling with relationships, you're tired, and you're left wondering, "is it me?" Feeling unsure of how to navigate it all, you’ve pushed down the pain and traumatic memories. Sometimes, you do feel fine; but the feeling is fleeting. Truthfully, the things you've been doing to cope just aren't helping as much as you'd hoped. We both know that simply "focusing on yourself" overlooks the complexity of navigating through unwritten relationship rules, cultural expectations, and your values. Together, let's find new ways to navigate the challenges.
I specialize in supporting Black, Indigenous, POC individuals and couples (18+) navigating stress or trauma related to relationships (I.
Despite your best efforts to convince yourself that you have it all together, you’re struggling with relationships, you're tired, and you're left wondering, "is it me?" Feeling unsure of how to navigate it all, you’ve pushed down the pain and traumatic memories. Sometimes, you do feel fine; but the feeling is fleeting. Truthfully, the things you've been doing to cope just aren't helping as much as you'd hoped. We both know that simply "focusing on yourself" overlooks the complexity of navigating through unwritten relationship rules, cultural expectations, and your values. Together, let's find new ways to navigate the challenges.
(410) 936-7408 View (410) 936-7408

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.