Trauma and PTSD Treatment Centers in New Mexico

Photo of Daniel Diederich - Anchor Behavioral Health, Treatment Center
Anchor Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Las Cruces, NM 88001
We provide IOP and Sober Living programs built around real people, real community, and real connection for adults seeking lasting recovery in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and across New Mexico. Recovery here means more than therapy—it’s about belonging. Our clients take part in weekly hikes through the New Mexico outdoors, family BBQs that bring loved ones together, and supportive groups like AA, NA, and CA. With transitional housing and long-term guidance, we help people heal, rebuild, and step into life with confidence. At Anchor, you’ll find structure, support, and a community that walks beside you every step of the way.
We provide IOP and Sober Living programs built around real people, real community, and real connection for adults seeking lasting recovery in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and across New Mexico. Recovery here means more than therapy—it’s about belonging. Our clients take part in weekly hikes through the New Mexico outdoors, family BBQs that bring loved ones together, and supportive groups like AA, NA, and CA. With transitional housing and long-term guidance, we help people heal, rebuild, and step into life with confidence. At Anchor, you’ll find structure, support, and a community that walks beside you every step of the way.
(575) 213-5105 View (575) 213-5105
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Santa Fe Sage Counseling Center
Treatment Center
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, hopeless, or lonely in your life? Wondering what it's going to take to transform you into making the changes you long for? We can help! As one of Santa Fe's largest private counseling centers, we can provide an approach and therapist that is the best fit for you.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, hopeless, or lonely in your life? Wondering what it's going to take to transform you into making the changes you long for? We can help! As one of Santa Fe's largest private counseling centers, we can provide an approach and therapist that is the best fit for you.
(505) 384-6390 View (505) 384-6390
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Mesa Vista Wellness
Treatment Center
Santa Fe, NM 87507
Mesa Vista Wellness is a vibrant community organization of licensed professional clinicians and wellness providers who offer a diverse range of therapeutic services and wellness offerings that support whole-hearted living. The work of our highly skilled professionals rests on a shared foundation of years of experience and unwavering passion for individuals to thrive. Our modalities, whether traditional, holistic or nature-based, create a balance throughout the mind, body and spirit, allowing our clients to increase awareness, inner resilience and joy.
Mesa Vista Wellness is a vibrant community organization of licensed professional clinicians and wellness providers who offer a diverse range of therapeutic services and wellness offerings that support whole-hearted living. The work of our highly skilled professionals rests on a shared foundation of years of experience and unwavering passion for individuals to thrive. Our modalities, whether traditional, holistic or nature-based, create a balance throughout the mind, body and spirit, allowing our clients to increase awareness, inner resilience and joy.
(505) 903-5563 View (505) 903-5563
Photo of Daniel Diederich - Anchor Behavioral Health - Albuquerque, New Mexico, Treatment Center
We provide IOP, and Sober Living programs built around real people, real community, and real connection for adults seeking lasting recovery in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and across New Mexico. Recovery here means more than therapy—it’s about belonging. Our clients take part in weekly hikes through the New Mexico outdoors, family BBQs that bring loved ones together, and supportive groups like AA, NA, and CA. With transitional housing and long-term guidance, we help people heal, rebuild, and step into life with confidence. At Anchor, you’ll find structure, support, and a community that walks beside you every step of the way.
We provide IOP, and Sober Living programs built around real people, real community, and real connection for adults seeking lasting recovery in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and across New Mexico. Recovery here means more than therapy—it’s about belonging. Our clients take part in weekly hikes through the New Mexico outdoors, family BBQs that bring loved ones together, and supportive groups like AA, NA, and CA. With transitional housing and long-term guidance, we help people heal, rebuild, and step into life with confidence. At Anchor, you’ll find structure, support, and a community that walks beside you every step of the way.
(505) 499-5037 View (505) 499-5037
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Solutions Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Trauma, depression, addictions and self destructive behaviors do no discriminate.
Want to make lasting, significant life changes? We can help. At Solutions Treatment Center we offer individual, group and family therapy for a variety of issues such as: Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Self-Esteem, Drug Addiction, Alcoholism, Opiate abuse, Stress Management, Grief and Loss, Substance Abuse, Sexual Compulsivity, Dual Diagnosis, Co-dependency, Family of Origin Issues, Eating Disorders, Anger Management, Body Image, Eating Disorders and Process Addictions. So many clients I have the honor to work with have one, some or all of the above. I find it essential to look at the whole person, what they bring to the table, their strengths and weaknesses, what they want to accomplish and what they want to contribute and understand we are not just our problems. We are mothers, fathers, pastors, police officers, teachers, friends, siblings, spouses, colleagues, church members, artists, athletes, politicians, rock climbers, world travelers, musicians and so much more.We are here to help you find the way forward.
Trauma, depression, addictions and self destructive behaviors do no discriminate.
Want to make lasting, significant life changes? We can help. At Solutions Treatment Center we offer individual, group and family therapy for a variety of issues such as: Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Self-Esteem, Drug Addiction, Alcoholism, Opiate abuse, Stress Management, Grief and Loss, Substance Abuse, Sexual Compulsivity, Dual Diagnosis, Co-dependency, Family of Origin Issues, Eating Disorders, Anger Management, Body Image, Eating Disorders and Process Addictions. So many clients I have the honor to work with have one, some or all of the above. I find it essential to look at the whole person, what they bring to the table, their strengths and weaknesses, what they want to accomplish and what they want to contribute and understand we are not just our problems. We are mothers, fathers, pastors, police officers, teachers, friends, siblings, spouses, colleagues, church members, artists, athletes, politicians, rock climbers, world travelers, musicians and so much more.We are here to help you find the way forward.
(877) 499-1354 View (877) 499-1354
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Havenwood Academy
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Havenwood Academy, a long-term residential treatment center in Southern Utah, specializes in treating young women who are struggling with complex trauma and attachment related issues.
Our holistic approach to treatment includes specialized individual therapies (talk therapy, EMDR, Neurofeedback, Brainspotting), experiential group therapy, family therapy, accreditation education, animal-assisted therapy, and life-skills programming. We work to pair our cutting-edge trauma treatment with creative funding sources to help young women who might not otherwise receive help. Unlike most treatment centers, we accept Medicaid Insurance, Adoption Assistance funding, regular medical insurance policies and private pay funding. Havenwood is licensed by the Utah Department of Human Services, Division of Licensing, and accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of HealthCare Organizations.
Havenwood Academy, a long-term residential treatment center in Southern Utah, specializes in treating young women who are struggling with complex trauma and attachment related issues.
Our holistic approach to treatment includes specialized individual therapies (talk therapy, EMDR, Neurofeedback, Brainspotting), experiential group therapy, family therapy, accreditation education, animal-assisted therapy, and life-skills programming. We work to pair our cutting-edge trauma treatment with creative funding sources to help young women who might not otherwise receive help. Unlike most treatment centers, we accept Medicaid Insurance, Adoption Assistance funding, regular medical insurance policies and private pay funding. Havenwood is licensed by the Utah Department of Human Services, Division of Licensing, and accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of HealthCare Organizations.
(435) 359-4098 View (435) 359-4098
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Newport Institute Young Adult Treatment
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Our family-centered, integrated approach fosters sustainable healing from mental health and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use.
We provide a full continuum of care at locations around the country, including residential treatment centers; a full suite of outpatient programming, with Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and outpatient services with a flexible number of days per week; telehealth; and alumni programming.
Our family-centered, integrated approach fosters sustainable healing from mental health and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use.
We provide a full continuum of care at locations around the country, including residential treatment centers; a full suite of outpatient programming, with Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and outpatient services with a flexible number of days per week; telehealth; and alumni programming.
(951) 438-7391 View (951) 438-7391
Photo of Newport Newport - Newport Academy Teen and Adolescent Residential, Treatment Center
Our family-centered, integrated approach fosters sustainable healing from mental health and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use.
At Newport Academy, academics are an integral part of the treatment experience. Our licensed and highly trained teachers work closely with students, parents, and their current school to create a customized academic plan. Our goal is to ensure that our clients are set up for success when they return to their home school, with the tools they need to thrive.
Our family-centered, integrated approach fosters sustainable healing from mental health and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use.
At Newport Academy, academics are an integral part of the treatment experience. Our licensed and highly trained teachers work closely with students, parents, and their current school to create a customized academic plan. Our goal is to ensure that our clients are set up for success when they return to their home school, with the tools they need to thrive.
(628) 267-3950 View (628) 267-3950
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Newport Healthcare, the nation’s leading behavioral healthcare provider for individuals ages 7-35, is the parent company of Newport Academy for teens, Newport Institute for young adults, Center for Families in Pennsylvania, and the PrairieCare family of programs in Minnesota. We offer individualized, comprehensive treatment that encompasses psychiatric care and medication management, evidence-based clinical and experiential modalities, life skills programming, and academic support. Our mission is to empower lives and restore families.
Newport Healthcare, the nation’s leading behavioral healthcare provider for individuals ages 7-35, is the parent company of Newport Academy for teens, Newport Institute for young adults, Center for Families in Pennsylvania, and the PrairieCare family of programs in Minnesota. We offer individualized, comprehensive treatment that encompasses psychiatric care and medication management, evidence-based clinical and experiential modalities, life skills programming, and academic support. Our mission is to empower lives and restore families.
(657) 837-2951 View (657) 837-2951
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Youth Home | Intensive Residential for Youth
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Youth Home specializes in the treating emotional and behavioral health in youth ages 12 to 17 from a trauma-informed perspective, using a highly successful Intensive Psychiatric Residential Treatment program.
Youth Home, Inc. is a TRICARE-certified residential facility for patients ages 12 to 17 with a primary diagnosis of Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Trauma, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD/ADD, & OCD. We accept patients from both Tricare East and West, as we serve patients from across the country (as well as right here in Arkansas). Our program addresses children’s entire wellbeing including medical, psychiatric, social, and academic needs. The program incorporates a variety of therapies and activities in a beautiful, open, and comfortable environment. For families outside the state, we ensure you stay connected and informed throughout the treatment process because you are an important part of our treatment team. We even gladly offer visitation via video if family is unable to attend during visitation hours.
Youth Home specializes in the treating emotional and behavioral health in youth ages 12 to 17 from a trauma-informed perspective, using a highly successful Intensive Psychiatric Residential Treatment program.
Youth Home, Inc. is a TRICARE-certified residential facility for patients ages 12 to 17 with a primary diagnosis of Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Trauma, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD/ADD, & OCD. We accept patients from both Tricare East and West, as we serve patients from across the country (as well as right here in Arkansas). Our program addresses children’s entire wellbeing including medical, psychiatric, social, and academic needs. The program incorporates a variety of therapies and activities in a beautiful, open, and comfortable environment. For families outside the state, we ensure you stay connected and informed throughout the treatment process because you are an important part of our treatment team. We even gladly offer visitation via video if family is unable to attend during visitation hours.
(501) 222-4052 View (501) 222-4052
Photo of Paul Tucker - Turning Point Detox & Residential, Treatment Center
Turning Point Recovery Center treats substance use disorders—including alcohol and opioids—alongside co-occurring mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Since 2010, Turning Point Recovery Center has been New Mexico’s leader in providing safe, effective, and evidence-based treatment for those who struggle with substance use and co-occurring disorders. We have successfully helped thousands of individuals recover from substance use and co-occurring disorders. We provide the best possible treatment in collaboration with researchers, physicians, clinicians, and peers to offer community, health, and wellness-based recovery programming at all levels of care. We encompass a continuum of care, including Turning Point and Focused Recovery, Turning Point Residential Care, Recovery Housing, Withdrawal Management, and additional recovery-centered wellness services.
Turning Point Recovery Center treats substance use disorders—including alcohol and opioids—alongside co-occurring mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Since 2010, Turning Point Recovery Center has been New Mexico’s leader in providing safe, effective, and evidence-based treatment for those who struggle with substance use and co-occurring disorders. We have successfully helped thousands of individuals recover from substance use and co-occurring disorders. We provide the best possible treatment in collaboration with researchers, physicians, clinicians, and peers to offer community, health, and wellness-based recovery programming at all levels of care. We encompass a continuum of care, including Turning Point and Focused Recovery, Turning Point Residential Care, Recovery Housing, Withdrawal Management, and additional recovery-centered wellness services.
(505) 217-1717 View (505) 217-1717
Photo of Jt Carillo - Rio Grande Counseling & Guidance Services, Treatment Center
Our mission is to empower our clients in finding the most creative and effective ways of achieving and maintaining good health and happiness. Everyone will struggle at one time or another with life's conflicts and challenges. Rio Grande Counseling & Guidance Services will help you take the first step toward a more rewarding way of life.
Our mission is to empower our clients in finding the most creative and effective ways of achieving and maintaining good health and happiness. Everyone will struggle at one time or another with life's conflicts and challenges. Rio Grande Counseling & Guidance Services will help you take the first step toward a more rewarding way of life.
(505) 246-8700 x1 View (505) 246-8700 x1
Photo of Paul Tucker - Turning Point Recovery Center, Inc., Treatment Center
Recovery is Possible! Our goal is to give you the opportunity to discover a life in recovery, free from addiction. We are dedicated to ensuring those who seek help are supported with respect and compassion. Our clients work together in a team with peers and professionals for great outcomes. We get it. We can help.
Recovery is Possible! Our goal is to give you the opportunity to discover a life in recovery, free from addiction. We are dedicated to ensuring those who seek help are supported with respect and compassion. Our clients work together in a team with peers and professionals for great outcomes. We get it. We can help.
(505) 217-1717 View (505) 217-1717
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Full Circle Recovery
Treatment Center
Los Lunas, NM 87031
While our main focus is Substance Abuse Treatment & Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP), we service many clients struggling with a variety of mental health issues, including depression and anxiety. We accept clients on Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT). Our referrals for medical assistance for substance use stabilization can include options for Vivitrol, Naltrexone, Suboxone and Medical Cannabis.
While our main focus is Substance Abuse Treatment & Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP), we service many clients struggling with a variety of mental health issues, including depression and anxiety. We accept clients on Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT). Our referrals for medical assistance for substance use stabilization can include options for Vivitrol, Naltrexone, Suboxone and Medical Cannabis.
(505) 357-1386 View (505) 357-1386
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32 Degrees Genuine
Treatment Center
Albuquerque, NM 87113
Specializing in various methods of practice including EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, DBT, CBT, Adults, Adolescents, Families and Group Therapy. Your well-being is our ultimate concern. We provide clients a wide range of psychological and counseling services to suit their needs. Whether you’re an individual, a couple, or a family looking for help - our therapy sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence, and assist you in the healing process.
Specializing in various methods of practice including EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, DBT, CBT, Adults, Adolescents, Families and Group Therapy. Your well-being is our ultimate concern. We provide clients a wide range of psychological and counseling services to suit their needs. Whether you’re an individual, a couple, or a family looking for help - our therapy sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence, and assist you in the healing process.
(505) 658-6068 View (505) 658-6068
Photo of Brooke Roberts - Santa Fe Psychology, Treatment Center, PsyD
Santa Fe Psychology
Treatment Center
Santa Fe, NM 87505
We also treat a number of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, insomnia, panic attacks, perfectionism, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and mild Autism Spectrum Disorder.
We encourage you to call or send an email to us. We are happy to discuss what is currently going on in your life. We will let you know if we are the best fit for you and how we think we can help. Feel free to set up one appointment to meet a therapist. During this appointment you can assess if you think they are a good fit for you or your family. You are the one that gets to decide. It is critical that you feel comfortable with your therapist and that there is a good connection. If you have any reservations, we are happy to help you find another clinic or therapist that will be a compatible match. We want to do what is best for you or your family. We will be clear with you about what course of treatment we think is best. We will tell you what you can expect from therapy and when we believe your goals will be reached. If you would like to read more about each of our clinicians, please visit our website at santafepsychology.com
We also treat a number of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, insomnia, panic attacks, perfectionism, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and mild Autism Spectrum Disorder.
We encourage you to call or send an email to us. We are happy to discuss what is currently going on in your life. We will let you know if we are the best fit for you and how we think we can help. Feel free to set up one appointment to meet a therapist. During this appointment you can assess if you think they are a good fit for you or your family. You are the one that gets to decide. It is critical that you feel comfortable with your therapist and that there is a good connection. If you have any reservations, we are happy to help you find another clinic or therapist that will be a compatible match. We want to do what is best for you or your family. We will be clear with you about what course of treatment we think is best. We will tell you what you can expect from therapy and when we believe your goals will be reached. If you would like to read more about each of our clinicians, please visit our website at santafepsychology.com
(505) 560-2155 View (505) 560-2155
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ACB Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Treatment Center
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you’re facing a specific challenge, coping with past trauma, or seeking tools to navigate life’s transitions, we’re here to help.
At ACB, our work is deeply rooted in the principles of cultural sensitivity and client-centered care. Life can bring challenges that feel overwhelming, isolating, or sometimes too heavy to carry alone. You don’t have to navigate them by yourself. Our counseling services are here to provide a safe, supportive space where you can be heard, understood, and guided toward growth and well-being. With the support of a licensed professional trained to support life changes, mental health, or substance use, ACB Counseling is here to help.
Whether you’re facing a specific challenge, coping with past trauma, or seeking tools to navigate life’s transitions, we’re here to help.
At ACB, our work is deeply rooted in the principles of cultural sensitivity and client-centered care. Life can bring challenges that feel overwhelming, isolating, or sometimes too heavy to carry alone. You don’t have to navigate them by yourself. Our counseling services are here to provide a safe, supportive space where you can be heard, understood, and guided toward growth and well-being. With the support of a licensed professional trained to support life changes, mental health, or substance use, ACB Counseling is here to help.
(505) 397-6317 View (505) 397-6317
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Icarus Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Albuquerque, NM 87114
At Icarus Behavioral Health we strive to become a provider of choice for the clients, families, and the community we serve. We do this by providing the highest quality of evidence-based, individualized treatment for a full range of Mental Health and substance use disorders. Icarus Behavioral Health dedicates all our efforts towards leadership in the field of behavioral healthcare: employing effective therapies, incredible compassionate staff, and an exceptional setting. We strive to incorporate the strengths of our location in the gorgeous landscape of New Mexico and the Southwestern United States to enhance and amplify the recovery experience for each of our clients. Our clinical staff integrates evidenced-based practices and integrative therapies to provide the most effective treatments for mental health and addiction challenges. We are here to be a part of your journey and learn how to live. Discover what makes Icarus Behavioral Health the best environment for you or your loved one.
At Icarus Behavioral Health we strive to become a provider of choice for the clients, families, and the community we serve. We do this by providing the highest quality of evidence-based, individualized treatment for a full range of Mental Health and substance use disorders. Icarus Behavioral Health dedicates all our efforts towards leadership in the field of behavioral healthcare: employing effective therapies, incredible compassionate staff, and an exceptional setting. We strive to incorporate the strengths of our location in the gorgeous landscape of New Mexico and the Southwestern United States to enhance and amplify the recovery experience for each of our clients. Our clinical staff integrates evidenced-based practices and integrative therapies to provide the most effective treatments for mental health and addiction challenges. We are here to be a part of your journey and learn how to live. Discover what makes Icarus Behavioral Health the best environment for you or your loved one.
(505) 591-0078 View (505) 591-0078
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Sandhill Center
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Los Lunas, NM 87031
Grounded in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT), we offer trauma-informed, neuroscience-based relational care.
Sandhill Center works with children aged 8–13 who face profound emotional and behavioral challenges that traditional therapies haven’t resolved. These include emotional dysregulation, social difficulties, resistance to adult guidance, attachment and adoption issues, academic refusal or failure, control-oriented behaviors, mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar), and developmental differences such as autism spectrum disorder. Many of these children have exhausted outpatient treatment options and require an environment that supports neuroregulation, trust-building, and healing through meaningful relationships.
Grounded in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT), we offer trauma-informed, neuroscience-based relational care.
Sandhill Center works with children aged 8–13 who face profound emotional and behavioral challenges that traditional therapies haven’t resolved. These include emotional dysregulation, social difficulties, resistance to adult guidance, attachment and adoption issues, academic refusal or failure, control-oriented behaviors, mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar), and developmental differences such as autism spectrum disorder. Many of these children have exhausted outpatient treatment options and require an environment that supports neuroregulation, trust-building, and healing through meaningful relationships.
(505) 578-3589 View (505) 578-3589
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Peak Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Santa Teresa, NM 88008
When an acute mental, behavioral, psychiatric, and/or substance use or abuse concern disrupts daily life, know you can turn to Peak Behavioral Health, 24/7, for all your behavioral health needs. Behavioral health is our top priority. With mental health as our focus, we provide a continuum of care beginning with immediate inpatient crisis intervention and stabilization, substance use disorder treatment, adolescent residential treatment (ages 12-17), outpatient day treatment programs and assertive community treatment.
When an acute mental, behavioral, psychiatric, and/or substance use or abuse concern disrupts daily life, know you can turn to Peak Behavioral Health, 24/7, for all your behavioral health needs. Behavioral health is our top priority. With mental health as our focus, we provide a continuum of care beginning with immediate inpatient crisis intervention and stabilization, substance use disorder treatment, adolescent residential treatment (ages 12-17), outpatient day treatment programs and assertive community treatment.
(575) 251-3493 View (575) 251-3493

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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.