Trauma and PTSD Treatment Centers in Havre De Grace, MD

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Ashley Addiction Treatment
Treatment Center, MA
Not Verified Not Verified
Havre De Grace, MD 21078
Ashley Addiction Treatment is a private, non-profit, Joint Commission accredited, 100-bed, inpatient addiction and chronic pain treatment center located on a picturesque, 147-acre campus on the banks of the Chesapeake Bay in Northern Maryland. Ashley is south of New York City and Philadelphia, and north of Baltimore and Washington, D.C. We offer full medical detox services and our Pain Recovery Program that provides chronic pain treatment for those needing pain management and help to reduce their dependence on opiates and other pain medications. We have tracks for men and women as well as programs for young adults, first treatment and those who have suffered a relapse. We over comprehensive medical services and psychotherapeutic addiction therapy. We have four physicians, over 30 nurses, including full-time pain physician and a full time addiction psychiatrist. We offer holistic therapies including art, music, physical therapy and functional restoration, massage, acupuncture, yoga, recreation and 12 step support meetings. Founded in 1983, we've treated over 40,000 patients and have special weekend programs for families with addicted loved-ones and our Children's Program for children living in a home with addiction.
Ashley Addiction Treatment is a private, non-profit, Joint Commission accredited, 100-bed, inpatient addiction and chronic pain treatment center located on a picturesque, 147-acre campus on the banks of the Chesapeake Bay in Northern Maryland. Ashley is south of New York City and Philadelphia, and north of Baltimore and Washington, D.C. We offer full medical detox services and our Pain Recovery Program that provides chronic pain treatment for those needing pain management and help to reduce their dependence on opiates and other pain medications. We have tracks for men and women as well as programs for young adults, first treatment and those who have suffered a relapse. We over comprehensive medical services and psychotherapeutic addiction therapy. We have four physicians, over 30 nurses, including full-time pain physician and a full time addiction psychiatrist. We offer holistic therapies including art, music, physical therapy and functional restoration, massage, acupuncture, yoga, recreation and 12 step support meetings. Founded in 1983, we've treated over 40,000 patients and have special weekend programs for families with addicted loved-ones and our Children's Program for children living in a home with addiction.
(800) 799-4673 View (800) 799-4673
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The Bergand Group Harford County
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Havre De Grace, MD 21078
Trauma recovery is also an essential component in its treatment plans and offers a unique equine therapy program for those who may benefit from such intervention.
The Bergand Group is a doctor centric treatment center treating addictions, mental health, and related disorders. We offer varying levels of outpatient treatment including Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient, Addiction Psychiatry, Outpatient Detox, Psychotherapy, DUI Education, Individual Therapy, Family, Therapy, and Anger Management. Our Addiction Medicine Board-certified doctors conduct all initial assessments and evaluations and follow our clients through their entire treatment - a truly unique feature for substance abuse providers in the area. You will be seen by a doctor specially trained in Addictions and Psychiatry, not just a therapist or counselor. This provides our clients with confidence that they are receiving the highest possible level of care. Our doctors have over 25 years experience each in treating substance abuse and related mental health issues. What does our experience mean for you? Experience means that our doctors actually provide treatment.
Trauma recovery is also an essential component in its treatment plans and offers a unique equine therapy program for those who may benefit from such intervention.
The Bergand Group is a doctor centric treatment center treating addictions, mental health, and related disorders. We offer varying levels of outpatient treatment including Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient, Addiction Psychiatry, Outpatient Detox, Psychotherapy, DUI Education, Individual Therapy, Family, Therapy, and Anger Management. Our Addiction Medicine Board-certified doctors conduct all initial assessments and evaluations and follow our clients through their entire treatment - a truly unique feature for substance abuse providers in the area. You will be seen by a doctor specially trained in Addictions and Psychiatry, not just a therapist or counselor. This provides our clients with confidence that they are receiving the highest possible level of care. Our doctors have over 25 years experience each in treating substance abuse and related mental health issues. What does our experience mean for you? Experience means that our doctors actually provide treatment.
(443) 937-2023 View (443) 937-2023
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Essentials Recovery Delaware
Treatment Center, LMHC, LPC, MCAP, ICADC
Verified Verified
Havre De Grace, MD 21078
Essentials mission is to renew lives impacted by addiction through personalized and complete behavioral healthcare. Our main purpose is to provide services and education to the client and family that will support long lasting recovery of mind, body, and spirit.
Essentials mission is to renew lives impacted by addiction through personalized and complete behavioral healthcare. Our main purpose is to provide services and education to the client and family that will support long lasting recovery of mind, body, and spirit.
(302) 202-0839 View (302) 202-0839

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Balance Point Wellness
Treatment Center, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Churchville, MD 21028  (Online Only)
Balance Point Wellness' Harford County Location is now open! We are a community based mental health wellness center located in Baltimore, Overlea and Bel Air, Maryland. At Balance Point Wellness, we believe the client is in control of their treatment. Our licensed professionals will guide you in the treatment process.
Balance Point Wellness' Harford County Location is now open! We are a community based mental health wellness center located in Baltimore, Overlea and Bel Air, Maryland. At Balance Point Wellness, we believe the client is in control of their treatment. Our licensed professionals will guide you in the treatment process.
(443) 241-8422 View (443) 241-8422
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Helping Hands PRP Inc
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
North East, MD 21901
Why its important to seek Mental Health Services in your community. Mental health is essential in every community, but it is particularly crucial in the African-American community in Baltimore city due to various factors that can impact mental health. These factors include: 1. Racial discrimination and systemic oppression: African Americans have historically faced systemic discrimination and oppression, which can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. 2. Poverty: Many African Americans in Baltimore city live in poverty, which can lead to poor mental health outcomes. 3. Lack of access to mental health services: Many African Americans in Baltimore city lack access to mental health services due to financial constraints, lack of insurance, or lack of mental health care providers in their communities. 4. Stigma: Mental health is often stigmatized in the African American community, which can prevent individuals from seeking help. By addressing these factors and promoting mental health wellness, the African American community in Baltimore city can improve overall health outcomes and reduce health disparities. This can be achieved through mental health services
Why its important to seek Mental Health Services in your community. Mental health is essential in every community, but it is particularly crucial in the African-American community in Baltimore city due to various factors that can impact mental health. These factors include: 1. Racial discrimination and systemic oppression: African Americans have historically faced systemic discrimination and oppression, which can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. 2. Poverty: Many African Americans in Baltimore city live in poverty, which can lead to poor mental health outcomes. 3. Lack of access to mental health services: Many African Americans in Baltimore city lack access to mental health services due to financial constraints, lack of insurance, or lack of mental health care providers in their communities. 4. Stigma: Mental health is often stigmatized in the African American community, which can prevent individuals from seeking help. By addressing these factors and promoting mental health wellness, the African American community in Baltimore city can improve overall health outcomes and reduce health disparities. This can be achieved through mental health services
(443) 201-7326 View (443) 201-7326

Online Treatment Centers

Ponciano Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Treatment Center, Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, MOOD
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874
We offer individual counseling, focusing on enhancing the lives of our clients. Our number one goal is to provide you with a comfortable and open environment where we inspire compassion, empathy, and self-growth. At Ponciano Counseling we understand that no two individuals are the same and we tailor our sessions together to address challenges unique to you. We do this by matching you with a therapist that has advanced training and is suited to your specific needs. Our therapist will work with you to understand the root cause of your struggles and address those issues with long-lasting strategies, helping you get closer to the life you’ve always wanted. We hope that we can join you on your journey to the life you deserve and dream of. Contact us we can match you to a therapist just right for you.
We offer individual counseling, focusing on enhancing the lives of our clients. Our number one goal is to provide you with a comfortable and open environment where we inspire compassion, empathy, and self-growth. At Ponciano Counseling we understand that no two individuals are the same and we tailor our sessions together to address challenges unique to you. We do this by matching you with a therapist that has advanced training and is suited to your specific needs. Our therapist will work with you to understand the root cause of your struggles and address those issues with long-lasting strategies, helping you get closer to the life you’ve always wanted. We hope that we can join you on your journey to the life you deserve and dream of. Contact us we can match you to a therapist just right for you.
(240) 869-6515 View (240) 869-6515
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InnerSourced Solutions, Inc
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21229
Our clients tend to seek therapy to work through experiences of depression, anxiety, infidelity and other relationship challenges, family conflict, difficult transitions, histories of trauma and more.
Are you feeling stuck in life, constantly worrying, or are down and depressed? Maybe you're here because you could use a little extra help getting through a particularly tough time. Or maybe you have a hard time facing things or making decisions, setting boundaries, or communicating your feelings and thoughts. We've all been here at some point in life. I want you to know that you're not alone, and you're in the right place. I help people feel better, get unstuck, and get clarity so that they can move forward and establish a renewed sense of direction. You don’t have to figure things out alone!
Our clients tend to seek therapy to work through experiences of depression, anxiety, infidelity and other relationship challenges, family conflict, difficult transitions, histories of trauma and more.
Are you feeling stuck in life, constantly worrying, or are down and depressed? Maybe you're here because you could use a little extra help getting through a particularly tough time. Or maybe you have a hard time facing things or making decisions, setting boundaries, or communicating your feelings and thoughts. We've all been here at some point in life. I want you to know that you're not alone, and you're in the right place. I help people feel better, get unstuck, and get clarity so that they can move forward and establish a renewed sense of direction. You don’t have to figure things out alone!
(301) 812-4584 View (301) 812-4584
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Complete Wellness, Inc
Treatment Center, PhD
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21201
Complete Wellness was founded on the idea that superior treatment for conditions caused by mental illness and substance abuse should be available to everyone regardless of their social standing or socioeconomic status. We also believe that wellness can be achieved through conventional treatments as well as holistic treatments and life style changes.
Complete Wellness was founded on the idea that superior treatment for conditions caused by mental illness and substance abuse should be available to everyone regardless of their social standing or socioeconomic status. We also believe that wellness can be achieved through conventional treatments as well as holistic treatments and life style changes.
(443) 438-7863 View (443) 438-7863
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Behavioral Health Clinic (BHC)
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Baltimore, MD 21218
Behavioral Health Clinic is a community based health care organization serving the greater Baltimore metropolitan area, and specializing in high quality co-occurring, mental health care and comprehensive alcohol/drug addiction treatment.
Behavioral Health Clinic is a community based health care organization serving the greater Baltimore metropolitan area, and specializing in high quality co-occurring, mental health care and comprehensive alcohol/drug addiction treatment.
(443) 214-3467 View (443) 214-3467
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Shalom Behavioral Health Inc
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
(240) 734-3642 View (240) 734-3642
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Newport Academy Outpatient
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852
At Newport Academy, we know that treatment financing can make all the difference in receiving quality treatment. To that end, we promote collaborative relationships with all healthcare payers to optimize the benefit coverage for families in need. We accept all major insurance, and up to 100 percent of our services are covered. Our goal is to partner with insurers to address the adolescent and young adult mental health crisis, by reaching more families and helping them achieve sustainable recovery. If you’re interested in exploring the possibility of treatment at Newport Academy for your loved one’s mental health, behavioral health, or substance abuse issues, we can begin the insurance verification process immediately. Furthermore, we are happy to obtain your insurance policy information and seek verification on your behalf. You can also expedite this process by completing the insurance verification form on our website. There is no obligation to either Newport Academy or to your insurance provider.
At Newport Academy, we know that treatment financing can make all the difference in receiving quality treatment. To that end, we promote collaborative relationships with all healthcare payers to optimize the benefit coverage for families in need. We accept all major insurance, and up to 100 percent of our services are covered. Our goal is to partner with insurers to address the adolescent and young adult mental health crisis, by reaching more families and helping them achieve sustainable recovery. If you’re interested in exploring the possibility of treatment at Newport Academy for your loved one’s mental health, behavioral health, or substance abuse issues, we can begin the insurance verification process immediately. Furthermore, we are happy to obtain your insurance policy information and seek verification on your behalf. You can also expedite this process by completing the insurance verification form on our website. There is no obligation to either Newport Academy or to your insurance provider.
(833) 842-7445 View (833) 842-7445
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The Counseling Center Group
Treatment Center, LMSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
The clinicians at The Counseling Center of Group use an array of techniques to help enhance the quality of life for individuals, couples, groups, and families. Through our strength-based and collaborative approach, we offer new insights that enable our clients to see things from different perspectives. We provide treatment and counseling for anxiety, depression, grief, emotional regulation issues, self-esteem, relationship concerns, and parenting. The Counseling Center Group utilizes evidence based strategies to help empower our clients to make choices that generate positive changes in their lives. Together, we will look at feelings, thoughts and behaviors as vehicles to affirmative changes. Our clinicians use techniques from empirically proven interventions including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Gottman therapy, cyclical psychodynamics, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and others.
The clinicians at The Counseling Center of Group use an array of techniques to help enhance the quality of life for individuals, couples, groups, and families. Through our strength-based and collaborative approach, we offer new insights that enable our clients to see things from different perspectives. We provide treatment and counseling for anxiety, depression, grief, emotional regulation issues, self-esteem, relationship concerns, and parenting. The Counseling Center Group utilizes evidence based strategies to help empower our clients to make choices that generate positive changes in their lives. Together, we will look at feelings, thoughts and behaviors as vehicles to affirmative changes. Our clinicians use techniques from empirically proven interventions including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Gottman therapy, cyclical psychodynamics, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and others.
(240) 716-6836 View (240) 716-6836
Anxiety & Stress Disorders Institute of Maryland
Treatment Center, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21204
We are an outpatient center specializing in interdisciplinary, state-of-the-art, evidence-informed treatment of anxiety, phobias, panic, OCD and its spectrum of disorders, civilian trauma and other related conditions, including depression and demoralization. Every patient is assessed carefully and treatment is specifically tailored to the individual. We treat all ages, individuals, families, and groups. Our website provides a wealth of free information at <www.anxietyandstress.com>. Call for a free brief telephone consultation with CoDirectors Dr Shearer or Dr Winston to see if you belong here, a chance to ask questions and for a match with the right person for your intake appointment according to your needs and preferences. We may arrange home visits, intensive outpatient experiences or in vivo exposure practice. We have programs specifically for fear of flying, mindfulness-based therapies, social and performance anxieties, generalized anxiety and worry, OCD, hoarding, and all the variants of obsessive-compulsive spectrum, including, for example, trichotillomania . We refer to trusted psychiatrists for medication if needed and also work cooperatively with your family doctor or current providers.
We are an outpatient center specializing in interdisciplinary, state-of-the-art, evidence-informed treatment of anxiety, phobias, panic, OCD and its spectrum of disorders, civilian trauma and other related conditions, including depression and demoralization. Every patient is assessed carefully and treatment is specifically tailored to the individual. We treat all ages, individuals, families, and groups. Our website provides a wealth of free information at <www.anxietyandstress.com>. Call for a free brief telephone consultation with CoDirectors Dr Shearer or Dr Winston to see if you belong here, a chance to ask questions and for a match with the right person for your intake appointment according to your needs and preferences. We may arrange home visits, intensive outpatient experiences or in vivo exposure practice. We have programs specifically for fear of flying, mindfulness-based therapies, social and performance anxieties, generalized anxiety and worry, OCD, hoarding, and all the variants of obsessive-compulsive spectrum, including, for example, trichotillomania . We refer to trusted psychiatrists for medication if needed and also work cooperatively with your family doctor or current providers.
(410) 941-0414 View (410) 941-0414
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Port Recovery
Treatment Center, CAC-AD, LGPC, CRNP, LMSW
Verified Verified
Nottingham, MD 21236
Are you feeling anxious, stressed, struggling with depression, trauma, feelings of hopelessness or other challenges? We provide a non-judgemental supportive atmosphere to help overcome obstacles, build better insight into relationships and achieve your best quality of life.
Are you feeling anxious, stressed, struggling with depression, trauma, feelings of hopelessness or other challenges? We provide a non-judgemental supportive atmosphere to help overcome obstacles, build better insight into relationships and achieve your best quality of life.
(410) 438-8382 View (410) 438-8382
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Well Life Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Nottingham, MD 21236  (Online Only)
Our practice was founded on the commitment of providing individualized, high quality mental health care. We strive to make our office a comforting, welcoming place to obtain your wellness needs. Just as we all know it is important to take care of our physical health, it is just as important to attend to our internal needs to obtain a full sense of peace and happiness. While life can certainly be full of joyous occasions and experiences, times of pain, difficulties, and adversity are also part of our journey. At Well Life, our trained providers can help guide you through difficult times and support your growth, so you can thrive.
Our practice was founded on the commitment of providing individualized, high quality mental health care. We strive to make our office a comforting, welcoming place to obtain your wellness needs. Just as we all know it is important to take care of our physical health, it is just as important to attend to our internal needs to obtain a full sense of peace and happiness. While life can certainly be full of joyous occasions and experiences, times of pain, difficulties, and adversity are also part of our journey. At Well Life, our trained providers can help guide you through difficult times and support your growth, so you can thrive.
(443) 247-4152 View (443) 247-4152
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Devine Interventions LLC
Treatment Center, LCSW-C, LPC, PhD, LAC, CAC-III
Verified Verified
Greenbelt, MD 20770
We offer a dedicated mood disorder track for teens and young adults facing emotional challenges like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more.
Devine Intervention provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for all ages including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.
We offer a dedicated mood disorder track for teens and young adults facing emotional challenges like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more.
Devine Intervention provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for all ages including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.
(301) 747-7038 View (301) 747-7038
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Harrison & Feldhausen, P.C.
Treatment Center, PMHNPBC, PMHCNS, CARNAP
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832
Barbara Harrison is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, a Certified Advanced Practice Addiction Registered Nurse and a Maryland State approved Substance Abuse Supervisor. Ms. Harrison is Certified in: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT). She is a member of the International Nurses Society on Addictions, the American Nurses Association, the Maryland Nurses Association, and is a Member if the Montgomery County Local Behavioral Health Authority Provider Council. She Specializes in working with individuals, families, and Groups in the treatment of mental health.
Barbara Harrison is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, a Certified Advanced Practice Addiction Registered Nurse and a Maryland State approved Substance Abuse Supervisor. Ms. Harrison is Certified in: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT). She is a member of the International Nurses Society on Addictions, the American Nurses Association, the Maryland Nurses Association, and is a Member if the Montgomery County Local Behavioral Health Authority Provider Council. She Specializes in working with individuals, families, and Groups in the treatment of mental health.
(301) 701-5887 View (301) 701-5887
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Passionate Behavioral Health Center Inc
Treatment Center, NP, PMH
Verified Verified
Pikesville, MD 21208
My name is Ahaoma Nnebedum, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I graduated from Walden University's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Master’s degree program, and currently enrolled in Brandman's university DNP program with an anticipated completion date of May 2021. I practice both in an in-patient and out-patient setting treating patients with varying psychiatric diagnosis which include- schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorder, PTSD and other behavioral problems.
My name is Ahaoma Nnebedum, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I graduated from Walden University's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Master’s degree program, and currently enrolled in Brandman's university DNP program with an anticipated completion date of May 2021. I practice both in an in-patient and out-patient setting treating patients with varying psychiatric diagnosis which include- schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorder, PTSD and other behavioral problems.
(410) 397-5066 View (410) 397-5066
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Kenah One Health Care Services
Treatment Center, CRNP, MS, PMH, ANP-BC
Verified Verified
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Kenah One provides confidential, person-centered, evidence-based behavioral and mental health services for children, adolescents, and adults. People seek therapy for a broad range of reasons, from dealing with anxiety or depression, coping with childhood trauma, managing stress, dealing with major life challenges, or simply wanting to achieve greater self-knowledge and personal growth. We offer compassionate therapy services that are tailored to meet the needs of each and every person we serve.
Kenah One provides confidential, person-centered, evidence-based behavioral and mental health services for children, adolescents, and adults. People seek therapy for a broad range of reasons, from dealing with anxiety or depression, coping with childhood trauma, managing stress, dealing with major life challenges, or simply wanting to achieve greater self-knowledge and personal growth. We offer compassionate therapy services that are tailored to meet the needs of each and every person we serve.
(410) 413-3548 View (410) 413-3548
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Balance Point Wellness, LLC
Treatment Center, PsyD
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21212
Balance Point Wellness LLC, a community based mental health practice located in Baltimore, Harford County, and Perry Hall, Maryland, is now accepting clients. At Balance Point Wellness, we believe the client is in control of their treatment. Our licensed professionals will guide you in the treatment process.
Balance Point Wellness LLC, a community based mental health practice located in Baltimore, Harford County, and Perry Hall, Maryland, is now accepting clients. At Balance Point Wellness, we believe the client is in control of their treatment. Our licensed professionals will guide you in the treatment process.
(410) 609-6075 View (410) 609-6075

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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.