Finding Your Way Forward
What Is PTSD?
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, is a mental health condition that can affect people who have been through a deeply distressing or traumatic experience.
This trauma could be from an accident, assault, a serious medical condition, emotional or verbal abuse, or another disturbing incident.
Various therapy methods can ease the signs and symptoms of trauma, making it possible for people to live healthier lives.
Symptoms of PTSD
People with PTSD can experience various symptoms, including:
Feeling like the traumatic event is happening again, even when it's not.
Many people have nightmares and flashbacks about the tragedy.
Trying to avoid anything that reminds them of the trauma.
Feeling on edge, irritable, or having trouble sleeping.
Experiencing emotional detachment, negative emotions, and difficulties with focus and memory.
How We Can Help
We're here to help you recover; our treatments include:
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT):
You'll learn how to cope with the effects of trauma and identify and correct negative thoughts and behaviors.
Exposure Therapy
Regaining control over your response to trauma triggers is possible through gradual and controlled exposure to traumatic memories or situations.
Medication
Management
The management of specific symptoms through prescription medications.
Seeking Help
The effects of untreated PTSD include depression, substance abuse, and suicidal thoughts.
Seeking help early will minimize complications and make your recovery process easier.
Please don't hesitate to reach out for more information on how we can help you heal.
