Trauma and PTSD Treatment Centers in Michigan

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Michigan Center for Traumatic Stress
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
As one of Metro Detroit’s most prominent resources for quality mental healthcare, Michigan Center for Traumatic Stress specializes in treating trauma, as well as working with a variety of mental health diagnoses.
We know how challenging starting therapy can be and we are here to help! Michigan Center for Traumatic Stress is full of passionate clinicians who are dedicated to helping you meet your goals and are extensively trained. Healing can take all different paths and each journey is unique. We are focused on making sure you feel connected during your journey by building a meaningful and therapeutic relationship.
As one of Metro Detroit’s most prominent resources for quality mental healthcare, Michigan Center for Traumatic Stress specializes in treating trauma, as well as working with a variety of mental health diagnoses.
We know how challenging starting therapy can be and we are here to help! Michigan Center for Traumatic Stress is full of passionate clinicians who are dedicated to helping you meet your goals and are extensively trained. Healing can take all different paths and each journey is unique. We are focused on making sure you feel connected during your journey by building a meaningful and therapeutic relationship.
(586) 315-3246 View (586) 315-3246
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Arbor Circle
Treatment Center
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
Whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, stress, anger, grief and loss, trauma, or family relationship issues, our experienced counselors are here to help.
Arbor Circle offers compassionate counseling and therapy services designed to meet your unique needs. Our role is one of guidance, providing expertise and knowledge to help you meet the goals you set for yourself. We provide individual therapy, group therapy for recovery, and substance use assessments.
Whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, stress, anger, grief and loss, trauma, or family relationship issues, our experienced counselors are here to help.
Arbor Circle offers compassionate counseling and therapy services designed to meet your unique needs. Our role is one of guidance, providing expertise and knowledge to help you meet the goals you set for yourself. We provide individual therapy, group therapy for recovery, and substance use assessments.
(616) 883-2320 View (616) 883-2320
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Radical Well-Being Center
Treatment Center
Southfield, MI 48076
We recognize the impact of stress, trauma and oppression on the mind, body and spirit.
We are available to take your call and set up an appointment for you. We accept most insurances including Medicaid, Medicare, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Sliding fee available for those who are uninsured, fee based on household income. You may also visit our website to meet the team, view services, or to connect with us and set up an appointment.
We recognize the impact of stress, trauma and oppression on the mind, body and spirit.
We are available to take your call and set up an appointment for you. We accept most insurances including Medicaid, Medicare, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Sliding fee available for those who are uninsured, fee based on household income. You may also visit our website to meet the team, view services, or to connect with us and set up an appointment.
(248) 750-8994 View (248) 750-8994
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Ellie Mental Health - Clarkston
Treatment Center
Clarkston, MI 48346
Many of our clients seek support for anxiety, depression, ADHD, identity development, grief, trauma, and life transitions.
Our team provides evidence-based, compassionate care tailored to your unique needs and goals. We utilize proven approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and trauma-informed techniques. Our collaborative and flexible approach is focused on promoting lasting emotional growth and healing.
Many of our clients seek support for anxiety, depression, ADHD, identity development, grief, trauma, and life transitions.
Our team provides evidence-based, compassionate care tailored to your unique needs and goals. We utilize proven approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and trauma-informed techniques. Our collaborative and flexible approach is focused on promoting lasting emotional growth and healing.
(248) 920-9829 View (248) 920-9829
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Evolve Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Brighton, MI 48116
We offer treatment for a wide array of metal health challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma disorders and PTDS, marital challenges, grief and loss, autism, spectrum disorders, ADD/ADHD assessments and treatment, parenting support and adjustment disorders related to life's changes and challenges.
Our highly trained clinicians have diverse backgrounds and specialties to serve you best. We have therapists using outcome-based treatment methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness practices and Exposure therapy to reduce and eliminate mood challenges. We have therapists who specialize in highly sought after trauma treatments including EMDR, Trauma-focused CBT and Structured Sensory Interventions. We have certified addiction specialists therapists to help those struggling with substance abuse disorders and we have child/adolescent therapists who utilize play therapy interventions. No matter what your current challenge, we may have the perfect therapist fit for you.
We offer treatment for a wide array of metal health challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma disorders and PTDS, marital challenges, grief and loss, autism, spectrum disorders, ADD/ADHD assessments and treatment, parenting support and adjustment disorders related to life's changes and challenges.
Our highly trained clinicians have diverse backgrounds and specialties to serve you best. We have therapists using outcome-based treatment methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness practices and Exposure therapy to reduce and eliminate mood challenges. We have therapists who specialize in highly sought after trauma treatments including EMDR, Trauma-focused CBT and Structured Sensory Interventions. We have certified addiction specialists therapists to help those struggling with substance abuse disorders and we have child/adolescent therapists who utilize play therapy interventions. No matter what your current challenge, we may have the perfect therapist fit for you.
(810) 209-3852 View (810) 209-3852
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If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, trauma or just desire to be a more fulfilled and happier person, our therapists can help.
In our comfortable and relaxing office we work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a variety of presenting concerns. Our trained and licensed therapists create a supportive atmosphere and offer individualized, personal treatment to meet each of our client’s needs and to help them achieve all of their personal goals. Do not hesitate to contact us for any further questions regarding how we can help you. Your future doesn't have to be dictated by your past. The best time to make a positive change is now.
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, trauma or just desire to be a more fulfilled and happier person, our therapists can help.
In our comfortable and relaxing office we work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a variety of presenting concerns. Our trained and licensed therapists create a supportive atmosphere and offer individualized, personal treatment to meet each of our client’s needs and to help them achieve all of their personal goals. Do not hesitate to contact us for any further questions regarding how we can help you. Your future doesn't have to be dictated by your past. The best time to make a positive change is now.
(269) 331-2114 View (269) 331-2114
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Wedgwood Christian Services
Treatment Center
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
At Wedgwood, wherever life finds you, we are here to help- whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, life changes, grief, PTSD, or other mental or behavioral health challenges.
Therapy services are not one size fits all. Our treatment approach focuses on you and your needs. It is unique to each person that comes through our doors. Our multi-disciplinary team offers a variety of treatment modalities and services that work together to address your concerns and challenges to develop treatment plans and goals designed for you.
At Wedgwood, wherever life finds you, we are here to help- whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, life changes, grief, PTSD, or other mental or behavioral health challenges.
Therapy services are not one size fits all. Our treatment approach focuses on you and your needs. It is unique to each person that comes through our doors. Our multi-disciplinary team offers a variety of treatment modalities and services that work together to address your concerns and challenges to develop treatment plans and goals designed for you.
(616) 275-3108 View (616) 275-3108
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Clients of all ages often seek support for trauma and PTSD, anxiety, ADHD, and depression.
Orchards Children's Services, a trusted part of the community since 1962, provides comprehensive mental health services to children, teens, and adults. Our expert team utilizes evidence-based practices tailored to individual needs, ensuring quality and effective treatment for all. At Orchards, we are committed to fostering resilience and healing in everyone.
Clients of all ages often seek support for trauma and PTSD, anxiety, ADHD, and depression.
Orchards Children's Services, a trusted part of the community since 1962, provides comprehensive mental health services to children, teens, and adults. Our expert team utilizes evidence-based practices tailored to individual needs, ensuring quality and effective treatment for all. At Orchards, we are committed to fostering resilience and healing in everyone.
(248) 365-8425 View (248) 365-8425
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Oakland Family Services | Day One
Treatment Center
Pontiac, MI 48341
Day One treats mild to moderate mental health disorders, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Day One is a program of Oakland Family Services, a private, non-profit human service agency that has been providing quality services to families and the community since 1921. We offer caring, confidential, research-based mental health and substance use disorder therapy for all ages.
Day One treats mild to moderate mental health disorders, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Day One is a program of Oakland Family Services, a private, non-profit human service agency that has been providing quality services to families and the community since 1921. We offer caring, confidential, research-based mental health and substance use disorder therapy for all ages.
(248) 846-1367 x1284 View (248) 846-1367 x1284
Photo of Lyle Labardee - Amplified Life Counseling & Coaching, Treatment Center, LPC
Our therapists are highly trained to work with individuals, couples, adolescents, children and families on a variety of issues including but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/ PTSD, relationship issues, conflict, stress, anger management.
We bring over 25 years of clinical experience helping people be their best, at home, at work and in all of life. Whether you're looking for just the right counselor or life coach for yourself, or wellbeing resources for your organization, we can help. Our local, licensed therapists provide services to adults, couples, youth and children at our private, retreat-like setting in southwest Grand Rapids, MI. We are currently offering private In-Office, Outdoor, and Telehealth options.
Our therapists are highly trained to work with individuals, couples, adolescents, children and families on a variety of issues including but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/ PTSD, relationship issues, conflict, stress, anger management.
We bring over 25 years of clinical experience helping people be their best, at home, at work and in all of life. Whether you're looking for just the right counselor or life coach for yourself, or wellbeing resources for your organization, we can help. Our local, licensed therapists provide services to adults, couples, youth and children at our private, retreat-like setting in southwest Grand Rapids, MI. We are currently offering private In-Office, Outdoor, and Telehealth options.
(616) 404-4196 View (616) 404-4196
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Ellie Mental Health Ann Arbor
Treatment Center
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
We pride ourselves on achieving provider diversity of identity and skills so that our team can see clients for wide ranges and combinations of issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, personal identity, LGBTQ+ Issues, life transitions, family conflict, grief, trauma and many more.
We aren't your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs. Our clinicians come from diverse practice backgrounds including LPC's. TLLP, LMSW's, and additional training clinicians. With a diversity of practices, our treatment approaches and practice methods range from CBT, DBT, EMDR, Family and Couples Therapy Theory, Child Development Theories, Life Coaching, Spiritual Life Counseling, and more. We pride ourselves on being flexible for our patients and tailoring our care to you!
We pride ourselves on achieving provider diversity of identity and skills so that our team can see clients for wide ranges and combinations of issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, personal identity, LGBTQ+ Issues, life transitions, family conflict, grief, trauma and many more.
We aren't your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs. Our clinicians come from diverse practice backgrounds including LPC's. TLLP, LMSW's, and additional training clinicians. With a diversity of practices, our treatment approaches and practice methods range from CBT, DBT, EMDR, Family and Couples Therapy Theory, Child Development Theories, Life Coaching, Spiritual Life Counseling, and more. We pride ourselves on being flexible for our patients and tailoring our care to you!
(734) 514-4694 View (734) 514-4694
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Ann Arbor Counseling Associates
Treatment Center
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Some of our specialties include assessment and treatment of ADHD, trauma, Treatment Resistant Depression, and Anxiety, behavioral and relationship issues.
We tend to look at every client as an individual with their own unique histories and strengths and customize our approaches to helping them find the most success in treatment. We then work together to create a plan of treatment that fits you to better ensure the results you are looking for in a collaboration with our patients.
Some of our specialties include assessment and treatment of ADHD, trauma, Treatment Resistant Depression, and Anxiety, behavioral and relationship issues.
We tend to look at every client as an individual with their own unique histories and strengths and customize our approaches to helping them find the most success in treatment. We then work together to create a plan of treatment that fits you to better ensure the results you are looking for in a collaboration with our patients.
(734) 732-4063 View (734) 732-4063
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Michigan Center for Traumatic Stress: Rose Program
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Troy, MI 48083
We are dedicated to providing trauma treatment to adults in ways that have never been offered in Michigan before.
Our unique approach to treating trauma is focused on getting to the R.O.O.T.S (Reclaiming Our Own Trauma Stories), derived from a psychodynamic framework. Our evidenced-based curriculum has been carefully designed and selected to provide specialized trauma care and to treat related diagnoses while allowing flexibility to tailor the program for your individuals needs. Using the traditional frameworks mixed with a modernized touch, the Rose Program offers comprehensive programming for trauma treatment. Check out our website for more on our curriculum and how we can accomplish your goals.
We are dedicated to providing trauma treatment to adults in ways that have never been offered in Michigan before.
Our unique approach to treating trauma is focused on getting to the R.O.O.T.S (Reclaiming Our Own Trauma Stories), derived from a psychodynamic framework. Our evidenced-based curriculum has been carefully designed and selected to provide specialized trauma care and to treat related diagnoses while allowing flexibility to tailor the program for your individuals needs. Using the traditional frameworks mixed with a modernized touch, the Rose Program offers comprehensive programming for trauma treatment. Check out our website for more on our curriculum and how we can accomplish your goals.
(947) 207-3319 View (947) 207-3319
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If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, trauma or just desire to be a more fulfilled and happier person, our therapists can help.
Locations in Livonia and Ypsilanti! In our comfortable and relaxing office we work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a variety of presenting concerns. Our trained and licensed therapists create a supportive atmosphere and offer individualized, personal treatment to meet each of our client’s needs and to help them achieve all of their personal goals. Do not hesitate to contact us for any further questions regarding how we can help you. Your future doesn't have to be dictated by your past. The best time to make a positive change is now.
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, trauma or just desire to be a more fulfilled and happier person, our therapists can help.
Locations in Livonia and Ypsilanti! In our comfortable and relaxing office we work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a variety of presenting concerns. Our trained and licensed therapists create a supportive atmosphere and offer individualized, personal treatment to meet each of our client’s needs and to help them achieve all of their personal goals. Do not hesitate to contact us for any further questions regarding how we can help you. Your future doesn't have to be dictated by your past. The best time to make a positive change is now.
(734) 206-7342 View (734) 206-7342
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Communicare Michigan LLC
Treatment Center
Troy, MI 48083
Communicare Michigan, LLC is dedicated to providing brain injury survivors, post trauma and individuals with other neurological impairments the skills and supports necessary to attain their highest level of functioning and quality of life in a supportive, community environment.
Communicare Michigan provides Neurocognitive and Neurobehavioral services to individuals with mental and cognitive impairments through a functional, community integrated and multidisciplinary approach. Our clients are provided unique opportunities to receive clinical services such as: Mental Health, Speech & Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, EMDR Therapy, and CranioSacral Therapy. We also offer a Semi Independent Living program named appropriately, Home and Community Based Rehabilitation (HCBR). Additionally, Day Programming is offered at our 3 locations, where members can receive vocational and life skills services while also having the opportunity to participate in Art Therapy. We have two Clubhouses In Southeast Michigan. (Troy, and Utica, MI) and one in the beautiful Palm Harbor Florida!
Communicare Michigan, LLC is dedicated to providing brain injury survivors, post trauma and individuals with other neurological impairments the skills and supports necessary to attain their highest level of functioning and quality of life in a supportive, community environment.
Communicare Michigan provides Neurocognitive and Neurobehavioral services to individuals with mental and cognitive impairments through a functional, community integrated and multidisciplinary approach. Our clients are provided unique opportunities to receive clinical services such as: Mental Health, Speech & Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, EMDR Therapy, and CranioSacral Therapy. We also offer a Semi Independent Living program named appropriately, Home and Community Based Rehabilitation (HCBR). Additionally, Day Programming is offered at our 3 locations, where members can receive vocational and life skills services while also having the opportunity to participate in Art Therapy. We have two Clubhouses In Southeast Michigan. (Troy, and Utica, MI) and one in the beautiful Palm Harbor Florida!
(947) 208-5593 View (947) 208-5593
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MYBody: Mind Yoga Body
Treatment Center
Birmingham, MI 48009
MYBody treats individuals navigating their relationship with food, body, and utilizes a whole person holistic centered approach to healing through use of evidence based, trauma informed, nervous system regulating and value focused interventions. We offer individual psychotherapy, intensive outpatient therapy (IOP), outpatient group therapy, nutrition counseling (facilitated by registered dietitians) and other services for management of mental wellness.
MYBody treats individuals navigating their relationship with food, body, and utilizes a whole person holistic centered approach to healing through use of evidence based, trauma informed, nervous system regulating and value focused interventions. We offer individual psychotherapy, intensive outpatient therapy (IOP), outpatient group therapy, nutrition counseling (facilitated by registered dietitians) and other services for management of mental wellness.
(248) 965-4099 View (248) 965-4099
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Mind Body Soulutions Counseling
Treatment Center
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Supporting clients struggling with anxiety, trauma, thought disorders, marriage/relational issues, life transitions, depression, obsessive thought/intrusive thoughts, grief etc.
Using a variety of modalities that include but not limited to Exposure and Response Prevention, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment work, play therapy and psychodynamic approaches.
Supporting clients struggling with anxiety, trauma, thought disorders, marriage/relational issues, life transitions, depression, obsessive thought/intrusive thoughts, grief etc.
Using a variety of modalities that include but not limited to Exposure and Response Prevention, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment work, play therapy and psychodynamic approaches.
(616) 681-4430 View (616) 681-4430
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Full Circle Psychology, LLC
Treatment Center
Northville, MI 48167
We bring nearly 20 years of expertise, specializing in anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, divorce, shame, trauma, abuse, anger, panic, and addiction.
Life throws a lot at us. That’s why at Full Circle Psychology, we offer individual outpatient services to help people just like you. We’ll work together to provide you with guidance, support, and education in a safe and therapeutic environment. We will work together to help you manage your symptoms and regain a sense of control. We specialize in an array of scientifically backed therapeutic interventions.
We bring nearly 20 years of expertise, specializing in anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, divorce, shame, trauma, abuse, anger, panic, and addiction.
Life throws a lot at us. That’s why at Full Circle Psychology, we offer individual outpatient services to help people just like you. We’ll work together to provide you with guidance, support, and education in a safe and therapeutic environment. We will work together to help you manage your symptoms and regain a sense of control. We specialize in an array of scientifically backed therapeutic interventions.
(734) 441-9556 View (734) 441-9556
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The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Each of these programs utilizes an array of clinical modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Brainspotting, Trauma Informed Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems.
The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center is a world-class behavioral health treatment center founded by widely recognized thought-leaders in mental health. We are committed to treating the primary mental health population and not trying to be "everythign to everyone." Therefore, we focus on adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, bi-polar discorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, mood disorders, thought disorders, and an array of other primary mental health conditions. We pride ourselves on helping form a bridge back to life so that patients can thrive, not merely survive, once they begin to feel better internally.
Each of these programs utilizes an array of clinical modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Brainspotting, Trauma Informed Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems.
The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center is a world-class behavioral health treatment center founded by widely recognized thought-leaders in mental health. We are committed to treating the primary mental health population and not trying to be "everythign to everyone." Therefore, we focus on adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, bi-polar discorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, mood disorders, thought disorders, and an array of other primary mental health conditions. We pride ourselves on helping form a bridge back to life so that patients can thrive, not merely survive, once they begin to feel better internally.
(954) 287-0771 View (954) 287-0771
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Recover Anywhere
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you're facing mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, Trauma and PTSD, or need inpatient medically assisted detox for a smoother withdrawal experience, we have options for you.
Finding the right rehab can feel overwhelming, right? So many options, and so much pressure. Recover Anywhere gets that. Our certified treatment specialist are there to guide you, and your family, every step of the way. We listen and understand your unique struggles, to ensure we find the perfect treatment plan and program for you. No more sifting through confusing websites or pushy sales calls. Just honest, compassionate help, connecting you with the best rehab options, tailored just for you. Making finding treatment accessible to everyone. Call Recover Anywhere today.
Are you're facing mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, Trauma and PTSD, or need inpatient medically assisted detox for a smoother withdrawal experience, we have options for you.
Finding the right rehab can feel overwhelming, right? So many options, and so much pressure. Recover Anywhere gets that. Our certified treatment specialist are there to guide you, and your family, every step of the way. We listen and understand your unique struggles, to ensure we find the perfect treatment plan and program for you. No more sifting through confusing websites or pushy sales calls. Just honest, compassionate help, connecting you with the best rehab options, tailored just for you. Making finding treatment accessible to everyone. Call Recover Anywhere today.
(760) 350-1643 View (760) 350-1643

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Trauma and PTSD Treatment Centers

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.