Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists in Morrisville, NC

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Alpha Psychiatric Associates
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Morrisville, NC 27560
My passion is to help adult population with mental health concerns such as depression, PTSD, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD.
We aim at delivering comprehensive care, from medication management to therapy and healthy living. We consider all aspects of our patient's situation to prepare treatment plans. We are firm believers that a healthy body equals a healthy mind.
My passion is to help adult population with mental health concerns such as depression, PTSD, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD.
We aim at delivering comprehensive care, from medication management to therapy and healthy living. We consider all aspects of our patient's situation to prepare treatment plans. We are firm believers that a healthy body equals a healthy mind.
(984) 223-4030 View (984) 223-4030
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Alpha Psychiatric Associates
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMH-NP
Verified Verified
Morrisville, NC 27560
I specialize in the medication management for depression, PTSD, stress, mood disorder, anxiety, ADHD, and substance abuse.
I am a Board Certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and have been serving in the area since 2013. I have earned my Master’s in Nursing at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. I earned my BA from Meredith College in Raleigh and my Nursing degree from Hahnemann Hospital in Philadelphia. I have previously worked as a nurse at UNC Hospital Psychiatric Inpatient Units, the WakeBrook Recovery Center and for Easter Seals Home Health. As a Nurse Practitioner I have worked in various outpatient clinics in Raleigh and Durham.
I specialize in the medication management for depression, PTSD, stress, mood disorder, anxiety, ADHD, and substance abuse.
I am a Board Certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and have been serving in the area since 2013. I have earned my Master’s in Nursing at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. I earned my BA from Meredith College in Raleigh and my Nursing degree from Hahnemann Hospital in Philadelphia. I have previously worked as a nurse at UNC Hospital Psychiatric Inpatient Units, the WakeBrook Recovery Center and for Easter Seals Home Health. As a Nurse Practitioner I have worked in various outpatient clinics in Raleigh and Durham.
(984) 204-1396 View (984) 204-1396
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Jacqueline Wait
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
Morrisville, NC 27560  (Online Only)
Hi! I'm a certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a background in both inpatient and outpatient care. I've worked with patients dealing with substance abuse/addiction, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD. My approach involves utilizing the latest diagnostic guidelines from the DSM and evidence-based treatments to support patients in reclaiming their well-being. I strongly believe in the significance of mental health, aiming to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental illness and encouraging others to prioritize their mental well-being. My mission is to educate and empower individuals to make their mental health a priority.
Hi! I'm a certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a background in both inpatient and outpatient care. I've worked with patients dealing with substance abuse/addiction, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD. My approach involves utilizing the latest diagnostic guidelines from the DSM and evidence-based treatments to support patients in reclaiming their well-being. I strongly believe in the significance of mental health, aiming to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental illness and encouraging others to prioritize their mental well-being. My mission is to educate and empower individuals to make their mental health a priority.
(910) 597-0917 View (910) 597-0917
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Katherine Laubach
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Morrisville, NC 27560
Dr. Katherine Laubach is a Psychiatrist in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2021. Dr. Laubach is passionate about patient centered care and focused on treating each patient as an individual who has their own unique needs and goals. Dr. Laubach is originally from Louisiana and completed medical school in Brisbane Australia at the University of Queensland and psychiatry residency at LSU New Orleans. After completing residency, she worked at a behavioral health urgent care and a facility-based crisis unit providing treatment to those in mental health crises.
Dr. Katherine Laubach is a Psychiatrist in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2021. Dr. Laubach is passionate about patient centered care and focused on treating each patient as an individual who has their own unique needs and goals. Dr. Laubach is originally from Louisiana and completed medical school in Brisbane Australia at the University of Queensland and psychiatry residency at LSU New Orleans. After completing residency, she worked at a behavioral health urgent care and a facility-based crisis unit providing treatment to those in mental health crises.
(919) 635-9827 View (919) 635-9827
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Catherine Roberts
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Morrisville, NC 27560
Catherine Roberts is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2001. Catherine offers many years of experiences with various medical and psychiatric illnesses. She loves to spend time with her family, friends and cat, Cora. In her free time, you can find her roaming around the aisles of Home Goods or Target. She also loves the Carolina Beaches and mountains.
Catherine Roberts is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2001. Catherine offers many years of experiences with various medical and psychiatric illnesses. She loves to spend time with her family, friends and cat, Cora. In her free time, you can find her roaming around the aisles of Home Goods or Target. She also loves the Carolina Beaches and mountains.
(919) 343-5591 View (919) 343-5591
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Katasha L. Jarrin
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
Morrisville, NC 27560  (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Katasha Jarrin, PMHNP, FNP, a seasoned healthcare professional with nearly two decades of experience. My goal is to ensure that patients have easy and immediate access to healthcare. When requested by my patients, I combine conventional medications with functional and integrative medicine approaches to address concerns like anxiety, depression, and ADHD. I'm passionate about empowering individuals to find their own motivation for a healthy life. In addition to addressing behavioral health, I am capable of treating a wide range of conditions, both acute and chronic conditions.
Hi! I'm Katasha Jarrin, PMHNP, FNP, a seasoned healthcare professional with nearly two decades of experience. My goal is to ensure that patients have easy and immediate access to healthcare. When requested by my patients, I combine conventional medications with functional and integrative medicine approaches to address concerns like anxiety, depression, and ADHD. I'm passionate about empowering individuals to find their own motivation for a healthy life. In addition to addressing behavioral health, I am capable of treating a wide range of conditions, both acute and chronic conditions.
(984) 237-2825 View (984) 237-2825

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Clifford H. Schilke, M.D.
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27613  (Online Only)
My current practice focuses on the psychopharmacology of the major mental health disorders: Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I am accepting new patients, ages 14 and older
My current practice focuses on the psychopharmacology of the major mental health disorders: Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I am accepting new patients, ages 14 and older
(919) 366-7295 View (919) 366-7295
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Sara Hubbell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNPBC, FNPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27513
Struggling with past experiences preventing you from moving forward in life today? Overwhelmed with negative thoughts and beliefs about yourself? Feeling burned out from your work in a helping profession? Struggling with anxiety or depression? Paralyzed with fear because of a previous event? You are not alone, there is HOPE! I believe in your capacity to heal, no matter how insurmountable your experiences may seem today. Your healing journey may involve therapies like EMDR and/or medication. EMDR is a powerful therapeutic technique that alleviates distress linked to fears, trauma, negative beliefs, and past experiences.
Struggling with past experiences preventing you from moving forward in life today? Overwhelmed with negative thoughts and beliefs about yourself? Feeling burned out from your work in a helping profession? Struggling with anxiety or depression? Paralyzed with fear because of a previous event? You are not alone, there is HOPE! I believe in your capacity to heal, no matter how insurmountable your experiences may seem today. Your healing journey may involve therapies like EMDR and/or medication. EMDR is a powerful therapeutic technique that alleviates distress linked to fears, trauma, negative beliefs, and past experiences.
(919) 533-9987 View (919) 533-9987
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Adam Jenrola
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27518  (Online Only)
I work with patients 18 years and older, with depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and ADD/ADHD.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I am passionate about helping clients improve their mental health. As a registered nurse and currently as a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I have about 14 years experience working with patients struggling with mental health issues. I earned my bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) from Chamberlain University and my master of science in nursing (MSN) from Walden University.
I work with patients 18 years and older, with depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and ADD/ADHD.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I am passionate about helping clients improve their mental health. As a registered nurse and currently as a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I have about 14 years experience working with patients struggling with mental health issues. I earned my bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) from Chamberlain University and my master of science in nursing (MSN) from Walden University.
(919) 737-2760 View (919) 737-2760
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Ajith Abraham
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703
I work with clients ages 13 and above and provide treatment for mood disorders such as Depression and Bipolar; Anxiety disorder such as Generalized anxiety, Social anxiety, Panic disorder, Obsessive-compulsive disorder, and phobias; Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); Psychotic disorders including schizophrenia, brief psychotic disorder.
Hi! This is Ajith Abraham. Are you struggling with mental health issues, feeling stressed, overwhelmed with emotions? Taking the first step can be the hardest and most challenging. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression or any of the other mental health diagnoses, there is hope. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength.
I work with clients ages 13 and above and provide treatment for mood disorders such as Depression and Bipolar; Anxiety disorder such as Generalized anxiety, Social anxiety, Panic disorder, Obsessive-compulsive disorder, and phobias; Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); Psychotic disorders including schizophrenia, brief psychotic disorder.
Hi! This is Ajith Abraham. Are you struggling with mental health issues, feeling stressed, overwhelmed with emotions? Taking the first step can be the hardest and most challenging. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression or any of the other mental health diagnoses, there is hope. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength.
(919) 769-3945 View (919) 769-3945
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Inscape Psychiatry, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27713
I am a psychiatrist, a mother, a spouse, a daughter, a sibling, a teacher, and a student. I will bring all of these perspectives, and more, to our work together. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, OCD, mood disorders, trauma-related disorders, and binge-eating disorder. I take a whole-person approach to mental health care that considers your physical health, nutritional status, lifestyle, family life, and work environment. I consider us to be partners in your care. I will make suggestions for your treatment based on my knowledge and experience, and you will make decisions about how to move forward.
I am a psychiatrist, a mother, a spouse, a daughter, a sibling, a teacher, and a student. I will bring all of these perspectives, and more, to our work together. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, OCD, mood disorders, trauma-related disorders, and binge-eating disorder. I take a whole-person approach to mental health care that considers your physical health, nutritional status, lifestyle, family life, and work environment. I consider us to be partners in your care. I will make suggestions for your treatment based on my knowledge and experience, and you will make decisions about how to move forward.
(919) 642-4769 View (919) 642-4769
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Amy K Tracy
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27513
Medication Management for Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, Psychotic Disorders, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder.
New appointments can be booked online at www.swiftcreekmhs.com. I provide holistic and individual care to people with mental health concerns. My experience ranges from mild to severe mental illness in the areas of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and adjustment disorders. I see children and adults. I have worked in mental health since 2007, in all levels of care, residential, out patient, intensive outpatient and inpatient. I began treating patients as an APRN in 2015. Not In Network with Medicaid!
Medication Management for Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, Psychotic Disorders, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder.
New appointments can be booked online at www.swiftcreekmhs.com. I provide holistic and individual care to people with mental health concerns. My experience ranges from mild to severe mental illness in the areas of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and adjustment disorders. I see children and adults. I have worked in mental health since 2007, in all levels of care, residential, out patient, intensive outpatient and inpatient. I began treating patients as an APRN in 2015. Not In Network with Medicaid!
(919) 629-0997 View (919) 629-0997
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Hanan Musawi
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713
Dr. Hanan Musawi helps with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, dementia with a behavioral disturbance, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, psychosis, and schizophrenia. She provides comprehensive psychophysical evaluations to formulate tailored holistic treatment plans.
Dr. Hanan Musawi helps with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, dementia with a behavioral disturbance, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, psychosis, and schizophrenia. She provides comprehensive psychophysical evaluations to formulate tailored holistic treatment plans.
(855) 698-1551 View (855) 698-1551
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Matthew A Clemons
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27511
I utilize my clinical expertise to treat all forms of depression, anxiety (general,test-taking, social), bipolar disorder, ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and sleep-wake disorders.
Greetings, future client, My name is Matthew Clemons. I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who cares with compassion for individuals throughout their lifespan (children and adults). My goal is to provide holistic, collaborative, and client-centered care with the most up-to-date, evidence-based practice in behavioral healthcare. My treatment approaches include medication management, mental health education, solution-focused therapy, and supportive psychotherapy.
I utilize my clinical expertise to treat all forms of depression, anxiety (general,test-taking, social), bipolar disorder, ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and sleep-wake disorders.
Greetings, future client, My name is Matthew Clemons. I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who cares with compassion for individuals throughout their lifespan (children and adults). My goal is to provide holistic, collaborative, and client-centered care with the most up-to-date, evidence-based practice in behavioral healthcare. My treatment approaches include medication management, mental health education, solution-focused therapy, and supportive psychotherapy.
(919) 289-8212 View (919) 289-8212
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Saman Hasan
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27502
I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist run a private practice called Max Psychiatry, conveniently located in Apex, NC. I have been practicing psychiatry from over 10 years in Cary, Apex, Durham, Raleigh Holly Springs, Wake Forest area of NC. I believe in comprehensive treatment plan with an appropriate blend of psychotherapy and medication management. My specialties include treatment of symptoms such as depression, ADHD, anxiety, family conflicts, stress management, women issues, trauma/PTSD, sleep disorders, eating disorders, Schizophrenia, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and psychosis.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist run a private practice called Max Psychiatry, conveniently located in Apex, NC. I have been practicing psychiatry from over 10 years in Cary, Apex, Durham, Raleigh Holly Springs, Wake Forest area of NC. I believe in comprehensive treatment plan with an appropriate blend of psychotherapy and medication management. My specialties include treatment of symptoms such as depression, ADHD, anxiety, family conflicts, stress management, women issues, trauma/PTSD, sleep disorders, eating disorders, Schizophrenia, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and psychosis.
(919) 842-3772 View (919) 842-3772
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AIM: Advaita Integrated Medicine
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27612
Along those lines, he also has experience treating a wide range of mental health problems including depression, generalized anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, & bipolar disorder outside of the context of addiction.
Dr. Bader is a board-certified adult psychiatrist with subspecialty training in addiction psychiatry. Given his specialty training, he has a great deal of experience treating a wide range of addictions including alcohol, opiates, marijuana, cocaine, & prescription medications just to name a few. He strives to treat the client as a whole individual rather than focusing on one side of the addiction versus mood coin.
Along those lines, he also has experience treating a wide range of mental health problems including depression, generalized anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, & bipolar disorder outside of the context of addiction.
Dr. Bader is a board-certified adult psychiatrist with subspecialty training in addiction psychiatry. Given his specialty training, he has a great deal of experience treating a wide range of addictions including alcohol, opiates, marijuana, cocaine, & prescription medications just to name a few. He strives to treat the client as a whole individual rather than focusing on one side of the addiction versus mood coin.
(919) 891-6960 x1 View (919) 891-6960 x1
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Katherine Myers
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27607  (Online Only)
I am deeply committed to providing the highest standard of care for my adult clients experiencing symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Panic disorders, ADD/ADHD, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
I am a native of Chapel Hill, North Carolina and a board-certified Physician Assistant with full prescriptive authority. I treat all psychiatric and neuropsychiatric conditions but have a deep interest working with special needs children and their families.
I am deeply committed to providing the highest standard of care for my adult clients experiencing symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Panic disorders, ADD/ADHD, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
I am a native of Chapel Hill, North Carolina and a board-certified Physician Assistant with full prescriptive authority. I treat all psychiatric and neuropsychiatric conditions but have a deep interest working with special needs children and their families.
(919) 899-4948 View (919) 899-4948
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Alpha Psychiatric Associates PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cary, NC 27518
I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist practicing in Cary area since 2008. I focus on comprehensive, thoughtful, and coordinated approach to understanding and solving emotional problems helping you and your loved ones achieve a healthier life. I work with your primary care physicians to attain overall improvement of your health. My specialties include treatment of symptoms such as depression, mood disorders, ADHD/OCD/PTSD, Post-partum Depression, anxiety.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist practicing in Cary area since 2008. I focus on comprehensive, thoughtful, and coordinated approach to understanding and solving emotional problems helping you and your loved ones achieve a healthier life. I work with your primary care physicians to attain overall improvement of your health. My specialties include treatment of symptoms such as depression, mood disorders, ADHD/OCD/PTSD, Post-partum Depression, anxiety.
(919) 648-0391 View (919) 648-0391
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Best Day Psychiatry & Counseling
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27607
Our providers are trained to treat a range of psychiatric conditions, like anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder and more.
At Best Day Psychiatry, we pride ourselves in providing the time necessary to render excellent care to all age groups, assist our clients in navigating a complex system, finding the best supporting specialists and enabling excellent communication to ensure the highest quality services. Our collaborative approach includes specialized and creative interventions based on your specific needs, whether it is psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of the two. We are passionate about helping our clients live happier lives and approach each client’s challenges with a caring optimism.
Our providers are trained to treat a range of psychiatric conditions, like anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder and more.
At Best Day Psychiatry, we pride ourselves in providing the time necessary to render excellent care to all age groups, assist our clients in navigating a complex system, finding the best supporting specialists and enabling excellent communication to ensure the highest quality services. Our collaborative approach includes specialized and creative interventions based on your specific needs, whether it is psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of the two. We are passionate about helping our clients live happier lives and approach each client’s challenges with a caring optimism.
(919) 364-6492 View (919) 364-6492
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Roy Dewayne Book
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27612
Working in a variety of settings & having a private practice as an MD since 1999 has led him to have over 30 years of experience treating patients with a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including PTSD, major depressive disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder.
Dr. R. Dewayne Book is a Psychiatrist who specializes in addictive disorders, having studied neurobiology and biochemistry to understand chemical brain functions. This knowledge informs his well-rounded, individualized approach to treating patients struggling with addiction, an approach that also includes medication management, medication assisted treatment / medication assisted therapy (MAT), psychotherapy, patient education, and social network development. Dr. Book also offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) at Advaita Integrated Medicine.
Working in a variety of settings & having a private practice as an MD since 1999 has led him to have over 30 years of experience treating patients with a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including PTSD, major depressive disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder.
Dr. R. Dewayne Book is a Psychiatrist who specializes in addictive disorders, having studied neurobiology and biochemistry to understand chemical brain functions. This knowledge informs his well-rounded, individualized approach to treating patients struggling with addiction, an approach that also includes medication management, medication assisted treatment / medication assisted therapy (MAT), psychotherapy, patient education, and social network development. Dr. Book also offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) at Advaita Integrated Medicine.
(919) 679-9843 View (919) 679-9843

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Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists

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.