Therapy for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

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Not all wounds are visible

  • Intrusive, recurrent and involuntary distressing memories

  • Trouble sleeping due to nightmares or hypervigilance

  • Easily startled

  • Withdrawing from situations and conversations that may bring up bad memories

  • Avoiding people, places, or activities that remind you of traumatic events

  • Feeling like something is wrong with you that makes bad things happen

  • Believing that the world is unsafe or people are not trustworthy

  • Frequent negative emotional states (like shame, confusion, guilt, sadness or fear)

The most common reason people don’t get help for PTSD is “stigma.”

Your trauma does not define you. Talk with an experienced and understanding therapist today.

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PTSD is not a sign of weakness; it’s a reflection of your strength for surviving something that you should never have had to face.

Living with PTSD can feel crippling, but with the right support, many people learn to manage their symptoms and reclaim a meaningful and fulfilling life.

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When you start healing from PTSD…

You respond to the present instead of reacting to things in the past

Negative emotions lessen over time, instead of getting worse

You feel like the world is generally a safe place that makes sense

What will I get out of therapy?

  • You may feel like you’re stuck or going around in circles, caught in repetitive thoughts and behaviors. Therapy can guide you toward aligning with your core values, helping you become the person you aspire to be and feel proud of.

  • Some of us carry old wounds. We may have even given up hope of things getting better, or felt like we never stood a chance in the first place.

    Therapy can change that. Even if you worked with a therapist before, there are different kinds of therapy, new research, and new ways of understanding the heart, mind and body.

    What could your life look like if the past didn’t still hurt so much?

  • Something feels wrong, but you can’t put your finger on it. You try to work on it yourself, or just push it aside, but the feeling comes back stronger. Working with a knowledgeable therapist can help you connect the dots and reach deeper understanding of yourself and how you work.

  • Some people are fortunate to grow up in environments where, at a young age, they are taught to understand, communicate and regulate their emotions. Others have not had the same opportunity.

    Whether it’s learning how to stop having panic attacks, how to communicate with your partner when you’re mad, or how to clean your room even though you don’t feel like it, our therapists can be your guides.

    It’s not too late to learn.

  • People need people. In our world of isolation and loneliness, therapy can provide a much needed source of personal connection. The therapeutic relationship is a professional one, and it’s still an authentic connection. Your therapist will work to understand you, your story and your needs. Our therapists are here because they care.

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“Trauma survivors have symptoms instead of memories”

Shame & Self-Loathing

Trauma, particularly interpersonal trauma such as abuse, neglect, or violence, often triggers deep feelings of shame or self-loathing. You may find yourself internalizing the experience, feeling as though you are to blame or inherently flawed. While shame can initially serve as a protective response, helping shield you from further harm or rejection, over time it can become persistent and overwhelming. This ongoing sense of shame may cause you to believe you're unworthy or broken, leading to social withdrawal and a worsening cycle of PTSD symptoms.

Chronic Pain

Many people with PTSD also experience chronic pain, with studies showing that up to 80% of individuals with PTSD struggle with it. The connection between PTSD and chronic pain is complicated, and it’s important to know that your pain is real—it's not just in your head or a sign of weakness. PTSD can affect how your brain and body work, making you more likely to experience ongoing pain. The good news is that working with a skilled therapist can help change how you feel and even improve how your body handles stress, which can help reduce your pain over time.

Foreshortened Future (ie. Hopelessness)

PTSD can lead to a sense that the future is bleak. This might look like a loss of hope, believing things won’t get better, or feeling like life will prematurely or suddenly come to an end. It can feel like bad things are bound to happen, while good things seem unlikely. You might find it hard to set goals or stay motivated, and feel like you can’t trust that people will stick around even if they’re here for you now. It might feel like your life is already over, even though you’re still here.

Self-destructive Behaviors

Some people who have PTSD experience suicidal thoughts, have urges to hurt themselves, or use substances that negatively impact their well-being. What people call “self-destructive” behaviors are often attempts to cope. These are ways to release, soothe or distract from really awful feelings like anxiety, fear, shame, anger or self-loathing. Unfortunately, these behaviors lead to long-term negative consequences that make it even harder to recover from PTSD.

Mistrust of Others

When you've experienced trauma, it can make it hard to trust others, especially if the harm was caused by someone who was supposed to protect or care for you, like a parent, friend, or partner. This mistrust is your mind's way of protecting you from being hurt again. However, it can also make it difficult to build and keep healthy relationships that are supportive, loving, and safe, which are important for healing.

Feeling Numb & Shut-down

PTSD can cause you to feel numb, empty, or disconnected, making it hard to express your emotions or enjoy activities you used to. You might not feel like talking to others or doing everyday tasks that normally wouldn't be a problem. Sometimes, something small or seemingly harmless can trigger a strong emotional response that leaves you feeling overwhelmed, causing you to shut down or disconnect from reality. It can feel like everything is moving in slow motion, as if you're trying to get through thick molasses. Therapy can help you process these feelings, regain a sense of connection, and find ways to move through life with more ease and emotional balance.

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