Trauma and PTSD Treatment Centers in Roxboro, NC

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Mindpath Health - Shannon Road, Durham
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Roxboro, NC 27573
Mindpath Health helps patients of all ages with anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, life changes, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD, and trauma.
Mindpath Health is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient mental health care, offering in-person and online visits. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy.
Mindpath Health helps patients of all ages with anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, life changes, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD, and trauma.
Mindpath Health is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient mental health care, offering in-person and online visits. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy.
(855) 698-1551 View (855) 698-1551

Online Treatment Centers

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Mindpath Health - Clayton
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Clayton, NC 27520
Mindpath Health helps patients of all ages with anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, life changes, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD, and trauma.
Mindpath Health is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient mental health care, offering in-person and online visits. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy.
Mindpath Health helps patients of all ages with anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, life changes, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD, and trauma.
Mindpath Health is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient mental health care, offering in-person and online visits. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy.
(855) 698-1551 View (855) 698-1551
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Trauma Institute & Child Trauma Institute
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Greensboro, NC 27403
Our intensive trauma-focused therapy is proven-effective and focuses on deep healing.
Do you want to transform your life? Do you find that you just can’t let go of your thoughts, feelings, or behaviors? Wouldn’t you like to just put it all behind you and move on to living a happier and fuller life? We work with adults, children, and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, PTSD, trauma, behavioral challenges, stress, and much more. We have the clinical expertise to help you heal from trauma. Trauma can be caused by bullying, all forms of discrimination, relationship issues, betrayal, divorce, death, illness, childhood abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, military combat, violent crime, motor vehicle accident, LGBTQ struggles, and so much more. We can help you figure out what would be the best path towards healing.
Our intensive trauma-focused therapy is proven-effective and focuses on deep healing.
Do you want to transform your life? Do you find that you just can’t let go of your thoughts, feelings, or behaviors? Wouldn’t you like to just put it all behind you and move on to living a happier and fuller life? We work with adults, children, and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, PTSD, trauma, behavioral challenges, stress, and much more. We have the clinical expertise to help you heal from trauma. Trauma can be caused by bullying, all forms of discrimination, relationship issues, betrayal, divorce, death, illness, childhood abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, military combat, violent crime, motor vehicle accident, LGBTQ struggles, and so much more. We can help you figure out what would be the best path towards healing.
(336) 203-9543 View (336) 203-9543
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Inner Peace Psychological Svcs & Wellness Ctr
Treatment Center, PLLC
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27513
EMDR is Frequently used for: PTSD, Distressing Life Events, Car Accidents, Physical Injury, Chronic Pain and Relationship Distress.
Our approach to wellness is personalized and holistic, treating and nurturing mind, body, and spirit for our clients from age seventeen through the senior years. Our practice model integrates the evidence-based Western clinical model with time-honored integrative practices including meditation. Our collaborative team of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists includes counselors with EMDR, Yoga for Mental Health, and Mindfulness-Based Therapy Certifications. We offer therapy in-person from our serene and welcoming practice, walking-and-talking therapy bringing the benefits of nature and gentle movement to your therapy experience in an outdoor setting, and through telehealth, connecting with you from the comfort of your home and ease of your device.
EMDR is Frequently used for: PTSD, Distressing Life Events, Car Accidents, Physical Injury, Chronic Pain and Relationship Distress.
Our approach to wellness is personalized and holistic, treating and nurturing mind, body, and spirit for our clients from age seventeen through the senior years. Our practice model integrates the evidence-based Western clinical model with time-honored integrative practices including meditation. Our collaborative team of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists includes counselors with EMDR, Yoga for Mental Health, and Mindfulness-Based Therapy Certifications. We offer therapy in-person from our serene and welcoming practice, walking-and-talking therapy bringing the benefits of nature and gentle movement to your therapy experience in an outdoor setting, and through telehealth, connecting with you from the comfort of your home and ease of your device.
(919) 289-8042 View (919) 289-8042
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Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Winston Salem, NC 27104
Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services, is a private psychiatric hospital located on a beautiful campus in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for referrals and no cost confidential mental health assessments. Old Vineyard specializes in inpatient treatment for adolescents (ages 12-17) and adults. Adult specialty inpatient programs include Dual Diagnosis (SUD), Trauma Recovery, Mood Disorders and Seniors. Outpatient adult programs include Partial Hospitalization (day) and Intensive Outpatient and are available for mental health and those with dual substance use disorder. In March of 2022 we opened an evening virtual Intensive Outpatient program for youth ages 12-17. Our hospital provides a compassionate, comforting environment for patients, family, staff and visitors.
Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services, is a private psychiatric hospital located on a beautiful campus in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for referrals and no cost confidential mental health assessments. Old Vineyard specializes in inpatient treatment for adolescents (ages 12-17) and adults. Adult specialty inpatient programs include Dual Diagnosis (SUD), Trauma Recovery, Mood Disorders and Seniors. Outpatient adult programs include Partial Hospitalization (day) and Intensive Outpatient and are available for mental health and those with dual substance use disorder. In March of 2022 we opened an evening virtual Intensive Outpatient program for youth ages 12-17. Our hospital provides a compassionate, comforting environment for patients, family, staff and visitors.
(336) 649-4739 View (336) 649-4739
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Creasman Counseling, PLLC
Treatment Center, PhD, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27603
The one thing we all have in common is that we want to be happy. Life's struggles can make it hard for us to feel safe, empowered, and fully ourselves. Happiness can feel out of reach. How do we get so far from our truest, best self? Trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, anger, and shame are all signs that point to a deeper root - the pain of disconnection. When we don't feel seen, don't feel understood, and don't feel supported, how can we ever hope to feel fully alive?
The one thing we all have in common is that we want to be happy. Life's struggles can make it hard for us to feel safe, empowered, and fully ourselves. Happiness can feel out of reach. How do we get so far from our truest, best self? Trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, anger, and shame are all signs that point to a deeper root - the pain of disconnection. When we don't feel seen, don't feel understood, and don't feel supported, how can we ever hope to feel fully alive?
(919) 977-0087 View (919) 977-0087
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Mindpath Health - Chapel Hill
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Mindpath Health helps patients of all ages with anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, life changes, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD, and trauma.
Mindpath Health is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient mental health care, offering in-person and online visits. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy.
Mindpath Health helps patients of all ages with anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, life changes, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD, and trauma.
Mindpath Health is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient mental health care, offering in-person and online visits. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy.
(855) 698-1551 View (855) 698-1551
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Mindpath Health - Raleigh
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27609
Mindpath Health helps patients of all ages with anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, life changes, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD, and trauma.
Mindpath Health is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient mental health care, offering in-person and online visits. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy.
Mindpath Health helps patients of all ages with anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, life changes, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD, and trauma.
Mindpath Health is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient mental health care, offering in-person and online visits. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy.
(855) 698-1551 View (855) 698-1551
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North Carolina Therapy Professionals, PLLC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27707
Our Child and Adolescent Therapy Program offers individual and family therapy services including play therapy by practitioners trained in Sand Tray, Emotionally Focused Family Therapy, and Trauma Focused-CBT.
We provide inclusive and affirming in-person psychotherapy and counseling services to children, adults, couples and families in our locations in Durham & Raleigh, and telehealth therapy services to anyone in North Carolina who wish to heal and grow into their best life. We treat a wide range of conditions including depression, post traumatic stress disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, prolonged grief, eating disorders, interpersonal and relationship distress, anger problems, non-suicidal self injury, adjustment problems, and addictive disorders in individual, couple, family and group formats. Our providers are supported to focus on what matters most in therapy and counseling: a trusting, empathetic, collaborative relationship that delivers scientifically supported treatments tailored to client goals and needs.
Our Child and Adolescent Therapy Program offers individual and family therapy services including play therapy by practitioners trained in Sand Tray, Emotionally Focused Family Therapy, and Trauma Focused-CBT.
We provide inclusive and affirming in-person psychotherapy and counseling services to children, adults, couples and families in our locations in Durham & Raleigh, and telehealth therapy services to anyone in North Carolina who wish to heal and grow into their best life. We treat a wide range of conditions including depression, post traumatic stress disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, prolonged grief, eating disorders, interpersonal and relationship distress, anger problems, non-suicidal self injury, adjustment problems, and addictive disorders in individual, couple, family and group formats. Our providers are supported to focus on what matters most in therapy and counseling: a trusting, empathetic, collaborative relationship that delivers scientifically supported treatments tailored to client goals and needs.
(919) 769-6011 View (919) 769-6011
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Genesis...A New Beginning
Treatment Center, LCAS, LCMHC
Not Verified Not Verified
Salisbury, NC 28144
Genesis A New Beginning provides counseling services for individuals and families. Genesis A New Beginning began in 2003. We have offices in Charlotte, Concord and Salisbury. We maintain a staff of some of the best licensed counselors in the field. Each of our staff are focused and purpose driven to assist others in improving their lives. Contact Genesis today and begin your journey of wellness. We are excited to announce the addition of our Neuroscience Department. In our Brain Health Center we assist clients with depression, anxiety, insomnia, PTSD, OCD, addictions, TBI and so much more. We utilize a blending of traditional cognitive therapy with non-invasive and drug free brain health therapy. Call us today for real solutions to the issues that have challenged you in the past.
Genesis A New Beginning provides counseling services for individuals and families. Genesis A New Beginning began in 2003. We have offices in Charlotte, Concord and Salisbury. We maintain a staff of some of the best licensed counselors in the field. Each of our staff are focused and purpose driven to assist others in improving their lives. Contact Genesis today and begin your journey of wellness. We are excited to announce the addition of our Neuroscience Department. In our Brain Health Center we assist clients with depression, anxiety, insomnia, PTSD, OCD, addictions, TBI and so much more. We utilize a blending of traditional cognitive therapy with non-invasive and drug free brain health therapy. Call us today for real solutions to the issues that have challenged you in the past.
(704) 636-0838 View (704) 636-0838
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Mindpath Health - Cary
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27518
Mindpath Health helps patients of all ages with anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, life changes, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD, and trauma.
Mindpath Health is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient mental health care, offering in-person and online visits. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy.
Mindpath Health helps patients of all ages with anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, life changes, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD, and trauma.
Mindpath Health is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient mental health care, offering in-person and online visits. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy.
(855) 698-1551 View (855) 698-1551
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Mindpath Health - Wilson
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Wilson, NC 27896
Mindpath Health helps patients of all ages with anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, life changes, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD, and trauma.
Mindpath Health is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient mental health care, offering in-person and online visits. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy.
Mindpath Health helps patients of all ages with anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, life changes, OCD, postpartum depression, PTSD, and trauma.
Mindpath Health is a leading provider of high-quality outpatient mental health care, offering in-person and online visits. We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy.
(855) 698-1551 View (855) 698-1551
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Pasadena Villa Outpatient - Raleigh
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27513
Pasadena Villa, one of America's premier residential psychiatric treatment providers for adults with complex psychiatric disorders, has now opened an outpatient center offering Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient programs. As recognized visionaries in mental health treatment and transitional living services, we offer compassionate, comprehensive, individualized psychiatric and psychotherapeutic care. Pasadena Villa Outpatient Centers specialize in treating adults (18 years or older) who struggle with various mental illnesses including, but not limited to depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Our treatment programs provide a supportive environment to discover ways to recognize and manage psychiatric symptoms. We place a strong emphasis on building and practicing new self-management strategies, in real-time to promote independence and autonomy.
Pasadena Villa, one of America's premier residential psychiatric treatment providers for adults with complex psychiatric disorders, has now opened an outpatient center offering Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient programs. As recognized visionaries in mental health treatment and transitional living services, we offer compassionate, comprehensive, individualized psychiatric and psychotherapeutic care. Pasadena Villa Outpatient Centers specialize in treating adults (18 years or older) who struggle with various mental illnesses including, but not limited to depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Our treatment programs provide a supportive environment to discover ways to recognize and manage psychiatric symptoms. We place a strong emphasis on building and practicing new self-management strategies, in real-time to promote independence and autonomy.
(919) 297-8967 View (919) 297-8967
Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27609
Life circumstance, opportunity, experience, early relationships... All of these often plan into which parts of you get the most attention and which parts lie dominate, waiting to be rediscovered. Whatever your needs may be, we are here to offer objective, non-judgmental and clinical support. Our team is committed to your wellness & we feel tremendously grateful to walk alongside you during this part of your journey.
Life circumstance, opportunity, experience, early relationships... All of these often plan into which parts of you get the most attention and which parts lie dominate, waiting to be rediscovered. Whatever your needs may be, we are here to offer objective, non-judgmental and clinical support. Our team is committed to your wellness & we feel tremendously grateful to walk alongside you during this part of your journey.
(919) 355-3130 View (919) 355-3130
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Better Beginnings Healthcare Solutions
Treatment Center, PhD
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, NC 28305
Better Beginnings Healthcare Solutions Llc is a Behavioral and mental health agency that is responsible for assuring the delivery of community based mental health, mental retardation, substance abuse and/or behavioral health services to individuals and families.
Better Beginnings Healthcare Solutions Llc is a Behavioral and mental health agency that is responsible for assuring the delivery of community based mental health, mental retardation, substance abuse and/or behavioral health services to individuals and families.
(910) 877-8073 View (910) 877-8073
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Abhaya Wellness
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27707
Abhaya Wellness is a clinically owned and operated psychotherapy office that believes in supporting and creating systems of care for individuals, groups, families, and couples on their path of wellness. Our system is built by, and around, our highly skilled and diverse clinical team which keeps our quality of care at the center of everything we do.
Abhaya Wellness is a clinically owned and operated psychotherapy office that believes in supporting and creating systems of care for individuals, groups, families, and couples on their path of wellness. Our system is built by, and around, our highly skilled and diverse clinical team which keeps our quality of care at the center of everything we do.
(984) 206-3245 View (984) 206-3245
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Sea Coast Recovery
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Sea Coast Recovery is a day treatment program providing substance abuse treatment to individuals battling an addiction problem. We treat adults, ages 18 and up. Our Mission is to empower individuals through a holistic perspective to develop tools to recover from addiction and the impact it has caused on their lives, through prevention, education, crisis management, and treatment services. Clients will gain an understanding of addiction, develop coping skills, practice mindfulness techniques, and practice coping skills in the community so that they can retrain their brain how to live a fulfilled life.
Sea Coast Recovery is a day treatment program providing substance abuse treatment to individuals battling an addiction problem. We treat adults, ages 18 and up. Our Mission is to empower individuals through a holistic perspective to develop tools to recover from addiction and the impact it has caused on their lives, through prevention, education, crisis management, and treatment services. Clients will gain an understanding of addiction, develop coping skills, practice mindfulness techniques, and practice coping skills in the community so that they can retrain their brain how to live a fulfilled life.
(984) 364-8693 View (984) 364-8693
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Carolina House - Support Services
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713
At Carolina House, we recognize that our eating disorder treatment program is only one part of a client’s journey toward healing. When someone participates in our intensive outpatient program, partial hospitalization program, or residential treatment program, they will receive a comprehensive discharge plan that includes recommendations for various continuing care services to support long-term recovery. These services may consist of outpatient primary care, sessions with a therapist or psychiatrist, consultations with a dietitian, support groups, and educational resources. Our clinical team works closely with each client and their loved ones throughout the treatment process to create and modify the client’s discharge plan based on their specific needs. We want every person to know that they do not stop receiving comprehensive support and encouragement when they finish treatment. Our dedication to providing continuing care is rooted in our belief that healing is a lifelong journey. At Carolina House, we value the trust our clients place in us and strive to provide the highest-quality care.
At Carolina House, we recognize that our eating disorder treatment program is only one part of a client’s journey toward healing. When someone participates in our intensive outpatient program, partial hospitalization program, or residential treatment program, they will receive a comprehensive discharge plan that includes recommendations for various continuing care services to support long-term recovery. These services may consist of outpatient primary care, sessions with a therapist or psychiatrist, consultations with a dietitian, support groups, and educational resources. Our clinical team works closely with each client and their loved ones throughout the treatment process to create and modify the client’s discharge plan based on their specific needs. We want every person to know that they do not stop receiving comprehensive support and encouragement when they finish treatment. Our dedication to providing continuing care is rooted in our belief that healing is a lifelong journey. At Carolina House, we value the trust our clients place in us and strive to provide the highest-quality care.
(984) 230-4664 View (984) 230-4664
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Carolina Psychological Associates, PA
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Greensboro, NC 27410
Since 1987, Carolina Psychological Services has been providing professional, compassionate, and supportive therapy and evaluation services to its community. We have recently moved to a larger, more modern space and have also opened a Chapel Hill location. Our fully licensed providers are able to offer support in the areas of life transitions, relationships, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, grief and loss, ADHD, learning differences, parenting, Autism Spectrum Disorders, LGBTQ+, and cultural and ethnic identify issues to name just a few. We provide comprehensive evaluations for ADHD, learning disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, giftedness, early Kindergarten entry, and mood disorders. We accept most insurances and are also able to offer both safe in-office visits and telehealth appointments.
Since 1987, Carolina Psychological Services has been providing professional, compassionate, and supportive therapy and evaluation services to its community. We have recently moved to a larger, more modern space and have also opened a Chapel Hill location. Our fully licensed providers are able to offer support in the areas of life transitions, relationships, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, grief and loss, ADHD, learning differences, parenting, Autism Spectrum Disorders, LGBTQ+, and cultural and ethnic identify issues to name just a few. We provide comprehensive evaluations for ADHD, learning disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, giftedness, early Kindergarten entry, and mood disorders. We accept most insurances and are also able to offer both safe in-office visits and telehealth appointments.
(336) 916-7211 View (336) 916-7211
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Fernandez Community Center
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Raleigh, NC 27614
Fernandez Community Center offers a range of services including Outpatient Behavioral Health Treatment, Psychiatric Evaluation, Medication Management, Telepsychiatry, Substance Abuse Treatment, Opioid Treatment, and Tailored Care Management. Our mission is to enhance the quality of mental health and substance abuse services by combating stigma and safeguarding the rights of individuals facing mental illness and substance abuse. We are dedicated to fostering therapeutic systems that enhance overall quality of life. Our team strives to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for our clients. Key Staff: Director - Yanet Fernandez Cerda, PhD, LCMHCS, LCAS, RPT; Psychiatrist - Dr. Eric Mizelle.
Fernandez Community Center offers a range of services including Outpatient Behavioral Health Treatment, Psychiatric Evaluation, Medication Management, Telepsychiatry, Substance Abuse Treatment, Opioid Treatment, and Tailored Care Management. Our mission is to enhance the quality of mental health and substance abuse services by combating stigma and safeguarding the rights of individuals facing mental illness and substance abuse. We are dedicated to fostering therapeutic systems that enhance overall quality of life. Our team strives to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for our clients. Key Staff: Director - Yanet Fernandez Cerda, PhD, LCMHCS, LCAS, RPT; Psychiatrist - Dr. Eric Mizelle.
(919) 694-4151 View (919) 694-4151

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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.