Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Brier, WA

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Cynthia Piepenbrok
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brier, WA 98036  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
At some level there may be trauma causing feelings of unease and possible withdrawal.
Many of us, at one time or another, experience a feeling of being overwhelmed by life. There are even phases when everything seems to be going wrong. Anxiety and depression are common responses to the difficulties of life. If you are on here searching for help you are most likely at a point in your life where things feel out of balance.
At some level there may be trauma causing feelings of unease and possible withdrawal.
Many of us, at one time or another, experience a feeling of being overwhelmed by life. There are even phases when everything seems to be going wrong. Anxiety and depression are common responses to the difficulties of life. If you are on here searching for help you are most likely at a point in your life where things feel out of balance.
(425) 310-4582 View (425) 310-4582
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De Anna C Dudley-Ross
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Brier, WA 98036
Do you struggle with letting go of past beliefs or pain from trauma? Do you feel disconnected from your heart and body because of past trauma? Do you desire fulfilling, intimate relationships both emotionally and physically? Sexual Trauma and Emotional/Physical Abuse can limit our ability to experience joy, happiness and physical connection with others.. Together we can create a safer place to live inside of you and expand your capacity to be intimate. As a woman to you want to feel connected to your desire again, or perhaps find out explore what feminine aspects you have mean missing in your intimacy?
Do you struggle with letting go of past beliefs or pain from trauma? Do you feel disconnected from your heart and body because of past trauma? Do you desire fulfilling, intimate relationships both emotionally and physically? Sexual Trauma and Emotional/Physical Abuse can limit our ability to experience joy, happiness and physical connection with others.. Together we can create a safer place to live inside of you and expand your capacity to be intimate. As a woman to you want to feel connected to your desire again, or perhaps find out explore what feminine aspects you have mean missing in your intimacy?
(714) 677-8428 View (714) 677-8428
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Enika Cocoli Bowen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brier, WA 98036
I am a clinical psychologist in private practice. I work with adults who seek help for relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, attention deficits, substance use/abuse, traumas big and small, and many other questions that come up in daily life. An open and honest dialogue is possible in an atmosphere of listening and thinking. Our sessions are private and confidential.
I am a clinical psychologist in private practice. I work with adults who seek help for relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, attention deficits, substance use/abuse, traumas big and small, and many other questions that come up in daily life. An open and honest dialogue is possible in an atmosphere of listening and thinking. Our sessions are private and confidential.
(360) 529-3284 View (360) 529-3284

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Healing & Restoration Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98026
We are a team of therapists working with codependency, boundaries, self-worth issues, emotional and sexual abuse, PTSD/ anxiety, marriage, and fertility issues.
Are you ready to be free of your anxiety and depression?? The Healing & Restoration Counseling team utilizes a life changing technique called Lifespan Integration which helps you become forever unstuck from past trauma and painful memories causing your anxiety and depression. The counseling team also specializes in Marriage Therapy utilizing Emotionally Focused Couples therapy. If you are finding yourself stuck in destructive patterns in your marriage, our team will help you and your mate get to the core of the issues and incorporate healthy ways of relating. We also have a very specific process for healing from Narcissistic abuse.
We are a team of therapists working with codependency, boundaries, self-worth issues, emotional and sexual abuse, PTSD/ anxiety, marriage, and fertility issues.
Are you ready to be free of your anxiety and depression?? The Healing & Restoration Counseling team utilizes a life changing technique called Lifespan Integration which helps you become forever unstuck from past trauma and painful memories causing your anxiety and depression. The counseling team also specializes in Marriage Therapy utilizing Emotionally Focused Couples therapy. If you are finding yourself stuck in destructive patterns in your marriage, our team will help you and your mate get to the core of the issues and incorporate healthy ways of relating. We also have a very specific process for healing from Narcissistic abuse.
(425) 276-6761 View (425) 276-6761
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Danielle Huscher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynnwood, WA 98036  (Online Only)
Therapy offers the opportunity for you to share your story and to feel supported. I specialize in treatment for adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD). My primary objective as a therapist is to build trust and respect with my clients so that they feel comfortable exploring vulnerable and difficult topics with me. I practice trauma informed care and I am trained in several different psychological approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 3 that I tailor to each individual.
Therapy offers the opportunity for you to share your story and to feel supported. I specialize in treatment for adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD). My primary objective as a therapist is to build trust and respect with my clients so that they feel comfortable exploring vulnerable and difficult topics with me. I practice trauma informed care and I am trained in several different psychological approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 3 that I tailor to each individual.
(425) 510-5582 View (425) 510-5582
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Jolene Janacek
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, SUDP, BA, AAST, YTT
Verified Verified
Lynnwood, WA 98036
Hi there, My name is Jolene and I am a co-occurring disorders and trauma specialist, level 200 and 300 yoga instructor, sound healer, and domestic violence advocate. I am 40 years old and have been in the counseling/healing profession for almost 20 years. I would love to help you explore your identity and relationship with substances, trauma and other issues. I use a variety of techniques and modalities to explore and restore energy and your focus in life. Please reach out if you are feeling lost, empty or are in need of support. "You are enough". My work here on Psychology Today is private pay - under the title of life coaching.
Hi there, My name is Jolene and I am a co-occurring disorders and trauma specialist, level 200 and 300 yoga instructor, sound healer, and domestic violence advocate. I am 40 years old and have been in the counseling/healing profession for almost 20 years. I would love to help you explore your identity and relationship with substances, trauma and other issues. I use a variety of techniques and modalities to explore and restore energy and your focus in life. Please reach out if you are feeling lost, empty or are in need of support. "You are enough". My work here on Psychology Today is private pay - under the title of life coaching.
(425) 390-5464 View (425) 390-5464
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Neha Tariq
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
My approach to counseling is through the lens of trauma which allows me to be empathetic to the various life events that my clients have experienced and how those events shape their worldview and how they navigate it. I have experience working with clients ages 4-20+ who have experienced physical and sexual abuse, as well as those struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, shame, guilt, and so much more. I have also facilitated teen support groups and parenting support groups for mothers with newborns.
My approach to counseling is through the lens of trauma which allows me to be empathetic to the various life events that my clients have experienced and how those events shape their worldview and how they navigate it. I have experience working with clients ages 4-20+ who have experienced physical and sexual abuse, as well as those struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, shame, guilt, and so much more. I have also facilitated teen support groups and parenting support groups for mothers with newborns.
(425) 470-6620 x9440 View (425) 470-6620 x9440
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Ray Gutman-Pazder
Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
Lynnwood, WA 98036
Waitlist for new clients
I predominantly work with folks that have experienced any form of trauma from the perspective of attachment science.
We each have different values and experiences in our lives, that can shape the people we become and the quality of living we experience. In times of struggle, we may feel lost and lonely as we attempt to live more authentically and with greater joy. Together, we can explore and deepen your own understanding and relationship you have with yourself and others to better navigate through and experience a balanced and healthy living. My goal is to provide a safe and secure environment to support personal growth, deepen insight, increase perspective and give space for self-compassion and acceptance.
I predominantly work with folks that have experienced any form of trauma from the perspective of attachment science.
We each have different values and experiences in our lives, that can shape the people we become and the quality of living we experience. In times of struggle, we may feel lost and lonely as we attempt to live more authentically and with greater joy. Together, we can explore and deepen your own understanding and relationship you have with yourself and others to better navigate through and experience a balanced and healthy living. My goal is to provide a safe and secure environment to support personal growth, deepen insight, increase perspective and give space for self-compassion and acceptance.
(425) 341-1174 View (425) 341-1174
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Shelley Bartels
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lynnwood, WA 98036
I specialize in helping you work through traumatic events, both big or small that have left you feeling shattered or overwhelmed. Trauma can include events that happened long ago or recently. Also, as a Certified Sexual Addiction therapist I assist female sex and love addicts or treat partners of those who are addicted to porn or sex. Working from a Christian worldview I help clients understand themselves better and develop better coping strategies. If you are depressed or dealing with painful anxiety I help you heal from past wounds and gain self confidence and a new more helpful perspective.
I specialize in helping you work through traumatic events, both big or small that have left you feeling shattered or overwhelmed. Trauma can include events that happened long ago or recently. Also, as a Certified Sexual Addiction therapist I assist female sex and love addicts or treat partners of those who are addicted to porn or sex. Working from a Christian worldview I help clients understand themselves better and develop better coping strategies. If you are depressed or dealing with painful anxiety I help you heal from past wounds and gain self confidence and a new more helpful perspective.
(206) 538-2910 View (206) 538-2910
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Jennifer Elf
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Lynnwood, WA 98036
Applying Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (research-based approach: iceeft.com), I collaborate with all couples (both heterosexual and same sex couples) to reverse negative cycles and find and strengthen your attachment bond. Couples therapy can often help whether you're wanting to start off together on solid footing or have been long caught in conflict or distant, parallel lives, yearning to find a way out of a downward spiral to connection again. In the process of our work, issues such as recent or past affairs, unresolved loss or trauma, medical, emotional or other challenges may come to be met together.
Applying Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (research-based approach: iceeft.com), I collaborate with all couples (both heterosexual and same sex couples) to reverse negative cycles and find and strengthen your attachment bond. Couples therapy can often help whether you're wanting to start off together on solid footing or have been long caught in conflict or distant, parallel lives, yearning to find a way out of a downward spiral to connection again. In the process of our work, issues such as recent or past affairs, unresolved loss or trauma, medical, emotional or other challenges may come to be met together.
(425) 298-5921 View (425) 298-5921
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Zack Lacy
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
I am a relational psychotherapist with extensive trauma training.
Often, life leaves us confused, lonely, deeply disappointed, or even speechless. I want to create a courageous space for and with you to make meaning of your experience in this world. Together we will listen deeply to what brings you to therapy, paying attention to places you feel stuck or burdened. My desire is to meet you where you are and help you understand where you have come from. My privilege is to bear witness to your unique story through curiosity, compassion, and my developing clinical insight. Your unique needs will shape our direction.
I am a relational psychotherapist with extensive trauma training.
Often, life leaves us confused, lonely, deeply disappointed, or even speechless. I want to create a courageous space for and with you to make meaning of your experience in this world. Together we will listen deeply to what brings you to therapy, paying attention to places you feel stuck or burdened. My desire is to meet you where you are and help you understand where you have come from. My privilege is to bear witness to your unique story through curiosity, compassion, and my developing clinical insight. Your unique needs will shape our direction.
(425) 448-8334 View (425) 448-8334
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Dan Meier Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98026
My areas of focus are anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, relationships, identity formation, foster and adoptive care, men’s issues, shame and self-esteem, grief and loss, family dynamics, spirituality, and life transitions.
Welcome! My name is Dan Meier and I am a relational, psychodynamic therapist. In practice, this means I work collaboratively with my clients and pay special attention to stories, embodied messages, and relational dynamics. I work this way because I believe harm and healing both take place within the context of relationship. Counseling offers the opportunity to explore our painful stories in the presence of an attuned, compassionate professional and rediscover our hope. Together, you and I will work toward meaningful change, greater self-acceptance, and deep healing.
My areas of focus are anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, relationships, identity formation, foster and adoptive care, men’s issues, shame and self-esteem, grief and loss, family dynamics, spirituality, and life transitions.
Welcome! My name is Dan Meier and I am a relational, psychodynamic therapist. In practice, this means I work collaboratively with my clients and pay special attention to stories, embodied messages, and relational dynamics. I work this way because I believe harm and healing both take place within the context of relationship. Counseling offers the opportunity to explore our painful stories in the presence of an attuned, compassionate professional and rediscover our hope. Together, you and I will work toward meaningful change, greater self-acceptance, and deep healing.
(206) 745-6659 View (206) 745-6659
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Jessica M. French
Counselor, MA, MCMHC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98026
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I'm passionate about helping you find relief from trauma. A trauma history may mean you have PTSD or C-PTSD but it can also show up as depression, anxiety, avoidance, dissociation, struggles with attachment and trust, emotional difficulties, chronic shame, and more. I believe in collaborating with you to provide trusted and knowledgeable care that will help to give you a sense of direction in your trauma recovery with your unique experiences and goals.
Welcome! I'm passionate about helping you find relief from trauma. A trauma history may mean you have PTSD or C-PTSD but it can also show up as depression, anxiety, avoidance, dissociation, struggles with attachment and trust, emotional difficulties, chronic shame, and more. I believe in collaborating with you to provide trusted and knowledgeable care that will help to give you a sense of direction in your trauma recovery with your unique experiences and goals.
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Rhiannon Trozzi Andreini
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
As a provider coming from clinical work in community and institutional settings, I have had the privilege of working alongside a wide array of individuals. My approach has become a constellation of theoretical orientations. I believe wholeheartedly in the potential for growth via the therapeutic relationship, and most shiningly, the beauty of human resilience. Mental health symptoms and addictions are nothing but survival skills begging to be transmuted. Unaddressed trauma as been the focus of my work, and I lean on mindfulness and the power of its practice to retrain the brain’s most reactive pathways.
As a provider coming from clinical work in community and institutional settings, I have had the privilege of working alongside a wide array of individuals. My approach has become a constellation of theoretical orientations. I believe wholeheartedly in the potential for growth via the therapeutic relationship, and most shiningly, the beauty of human resilience. Mental health symptoms and addictions are nothing but survival skills begging to be transmuted. Unaddressed trauma as been the focus of my work, and I lean on mindfulness and the power of its practice to retrain the brain’s most reactive pathways.
(425) 629-0604 View (425) 629-0604
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Jennifer Wootsick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
I provide therapy for infants, children up to age 12, adults 18+, & pregnant/expecting/perinatal folks. Most of my clients are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, parenting, ADHD, & trauma related to their relationships or family. In addition, I provide: parent support, Circle of Security Parenting group facilitation a few times a year, & consultation for early learning centers & other providers & therapists. Uniquely, I provide home visiting mental health services for the perinatal/0-6 age group.
I provide therapy for infants, children up to age 12, adults 18+, & pregnant/expecting/perinatal folks. Most of my clients are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, parenting, ADHD, & trauma related to their relationships or family. In addition, I provide: parent support, Circle of Security Parenting group facilitation a few times a year, & consultation for early learning centers & other providers & therapists. Uniquely, I provide home visiting mental health services for the perinatal/0-6 age group.
(425) 382-7288 View (425) 382-7288
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Jennette Nielsen
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
Lynnwood, WA 98036
New Clients Warmly Welcomed! With a culturally responsive, client-centered, anti-racist, intersectional and liberation focused approach, I will respectfully come alongside you in exploring healing & growth for your wellbeing. My strengths include years of work with folx navigating relationships, anxiety, family dynamics, depression, ancestor work, grief of all kinds, life transitions, trauma processing (developmental, complex, sexual), creative blocks, attachment wounds, integration of psychedelic experiences, addiction, burnout, perfectionism, sexuality, gender expression, internalized oppression, spirituality and self discovery.
New Clients Warmly Welcomed! With a culturally responsive, client-centered, anti-racist, intersectional and liberation focused approach, I will respectfully come alongside you in exploring healing & growth for your wellbeing. My strengths include years of work with folx navigating relationships, anxiety, family dynamics, depression, ancestor work, grief of all kinds, life transitions, trauma processing (developmental, complex, sexual), creative blocks, attachment wounds, integration of psychedelic experiences, addiction, burnout, perfectionism, sexuality, gender expression, internalized oppression, spirituality and self discovery.
(425) 406-3908 View (425) 406-3908
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Kailey Coats
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98026
Accepting new clients! Availability listed below. My specialties include Complex Trauma (childhood, sexual, religious, betrayal, etc.), Faith Deconstruction, Relationship Issues, Addiction, Shame, Adult Children of Narcissistic or Borderline Parents, Sex & Intimacy. I specialize in modalities in IFS, inner child work, somatic work, EMDR, and solution focused. Availability : Monday - 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm / Tuesday - 11am, 2:30pm, 3pm, 4pm / Wednesday - 1pm, 2pm / Thursday - 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm
Accepting new clients! Availability listed below. My specialties include Complex Trauma (childhood, sexual, religious, betrayal, etc.), Faith Deconstruction, Relationship Issues, Addiction, Shame, Adult Children of Narcissistic or Borderline Parents, Sex & Intimacy. I specialize in modalities in IFS, inner child work, somatic work, EMDR, and solution focused. Availability : Monday - 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm / Tuesday - 11am, 2:30pm, 3pm, 4pm / Wednesday - 1pm, 2pm / Thursday - 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm
(206) 759-7070 View (206) 759-7070
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Mindy Jones
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Lynnwood, WA 98036  (Online Only)
I draw on several approaches for treatment including EMDR, mindfulness-based CBT, and traditional talk therapy, tailoring my practice toward the needs of each person. I use a humanistic attachment lens informed by interpersonal neurobiology. I primarily work with people who have complex intersections of identity and those who have experienced trauma. The trauma may surface through symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, or difficulty managing relationships. I work with a lot of individuals who have experienced complex trauma, developmental trauma, a single traumatic event, emotional neglect, and physical neglect.
I draw on several approaches for treatment including EMDR, mindfulness-based CBT, and traditional talk therapy, tailoring my practice toward the needs of each person. I use a humanistic attachment lens informed by interpersonal neurobiology. I primarily work with people who have complex intersections of identity and those who have experienced trauma. The trauma may surface through symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, or difficulty managing relationships. I work with a lot of individuals who have experienced complex trauma, developmental trauma, a single traumatic event, emotional neglect, and physical neglect.
(425) 584-2463 View (425) 584-2463
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Julie Ross
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
Waitlist for new clients
Together my hope is that my clients and I will do the hard work of restoring the painting of their life to its intended beauty, free of the depression, anxiety and trauma that have left their marks on each of us.
I graduated from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology in 2011 and have been working with children, teens, families and adults in a variety of settings ranging from church kids to registered sex offenders in the foster care system. The last three years, I have been in community mental health working with low income children and their families. I utilize PACE in therapy (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy) as my primary therapeutic stance and rely heavily on Narrative, Existential, and Relational Psychoanalytic therapies. Through Telos Transformational Therapy, I also provide Ketamine-Assisted psychotherapy.
Together my hope is that my clients and I will do the hard work of restoring the painting of their life to its intended beauty, free of the depression, anxiety and trauma that have left their marks on each of us.
I graduated from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology in 2011 and have been working with children, teens, families and adults in a variety of settings ranging from church kids to registered sex offenders in the foster care system. The last three years, I have been in community mental health working with low income children and their families. I utilize PACE in therapy (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy) as my primary therapeutic stance and rely heavily on Narrative, Existential, and Relational Psychoanalytic therapies. Through Telos Transformational Therapy, I also provide Ketamine-Assisted psychotherapy.
(425) 329-8996 View (425) 329-8996
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Kristin J Hill
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98026
I have over 40 hours of training in PMADs (Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders) and I am a level 1 Birth Trauma Trained Therapist.
1 in 5 women will experience a clinical mood or anxiety disorder during and/or after pregnancy. Between 25-34% of women report their births as traumatic. Following the birth, some go on to develop Postpartum PTSD. The earlier there is support during this vulnerable and often overwhelming time, the adjustment to motherhood is less bumpy. I work with women (and their partners) to manage anxiety, depression, fear around motherhood and birth, postpartum PTSD and planning for postpartum support. I offer support during pregnancy and postpartum in a couple different ways. Traditional therapy, short-term home visits, or consulting.
I have over 40 hours of training in PMADs (Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders) and I am a level 1 Birth Trauma Trained Therapist.
1 in 5 women will experience a clinical mood or anxiety disorder during and/or after pregnancy. Between 25-34% of women report their births as traumatic. Following the birth, some go on to develop Postpartum PTSD. The earlier there is support during this vulnerable and often overwhelming time, the adjustment to motherhood is less bumpy. I work with women (and their partners) to manage anxiety, depression, fear around motherhood and birth, postpartum PTSD and planning for postpartum support. I offer support during pregnancy and postpartum in a couple different ways. Traditional therapy, short-term home visits, or consulting.
(425) 529-5577 View (425) 529-5577
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.