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Christopher Michael Tangren
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience treating trauma-related disorders, mood disorders, alcohol/cannabis abuse, anxiety.
I am a psychiatrist in private practice in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Services I provide include psychiatric evaluation/consultation, individual psychotherapy, and psychopharmacology for adults 18 to 65. At this point, I only provide medication management for patients whom I am working with in a regular psychotherapy. I have an academic affiliation with McLean Hospital, Harvard Medical School, and the MGH/McLean Adult Psychiatry Residency Program, where I teach in a psychotherapy course and provide outpatient supervision of residents.
I have extensive experience treating trauma-related disorders, mood disorders, alcohol/cannabis abuse, anxiety.
I am a psychiatrist in private practice in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Services I provide include psychiatric evaluation/consultation, individual psychotherapy, and psychopharmacology for adults 18 to 65. At this point, I only provide medication management for patients whom I am working with in a regular psychotherapy. I have an academic affiliation with McLean Hospital, Harvard Medical School, and the MGH/McLean Adult Psychiatry Residency Program, where I teach in a psychotherapy course and provide outpatient supervision of residents.
(857) 214-2256 View (857) 214-2256
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Cameron Schidlmeier
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Attleboro, MA 02703  (Online Only)
Cameron Schidlmeier is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who has over 15 years of experience working with adults and seniors. She manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma-related disorders. She is passionate about providing the highest quality behavioral and medical care. Cameron approaches each patient as an individual, meeting them where they are while educating, supporting, and guiding them to reach their highest potential through therapy and medication management.
Cameron Schidlmeier is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who has over 15 years of experience working with adults and seniors. She manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma-related disorders. She is passionate about providing the highest quality behavioral and medical care. Cameron approaches each patient as an individual, meeting them where they are while educating, supporting, and guiding them to reach their highest potential through therapy and medication management.
(508) 422-5190 View (508) 422-5190
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Rachel Thomas Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN-BC, PMHCNS
Verified Verified
South Hadley, MA 01075
I specialize in ADHD and PTSD.
"Whatever it Takes!!" is my motto. My practice style is highly dynamic, collaborative and is developed for and based on YOU!! I provide insightful evaluation and understanding of your concerns and we work closely together to quickly implement whatever therapeutic modality is needed to help you perform and live to your potential. My patients are gifted, professional and top performers. It is my joy to be included on your journey. :)
I specialize in ADHD and PTSD.
"Whatever it Takes!!" is my motto. My practice style is highly dynamic, collaborative and is developed for and based on YOU!! I provide insightful evaluation and understanding of your concerns and we work closely together to quickly implement whatever therapeutic modality is needed to help you perform and live to your potential. My patients are gifted, professional and top performers. It is my joy to be included on your journey. :)
(413) 339-3604 View (413) 339-3604
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Dale Buckman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, AGPCNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dedham, MA 02026
NOW Accepting New Adult Clients. Same Week and Evening Appointments Available for your convenience. Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, panic, sleep issues, PTSD, OCD, ADHD? I am a Doctorally-trained, Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health with a philosophical approach rooted in functional and lifestyle medicine. I offer an open and welcoming approach to exploring ways to mental wellness that integrate both patient-centered lifestyle changes, evidence-based medication management, and individual psychotherapy. www.mindovermatterboston.com
NOW Accepting New Adult Clients. Same Week and Evening Appointments Available for your convenience. Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, panic, sleep issues, PTSD, OCD, ADHD? I am a Doctorally-trained, Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health with a philosophical approach rooted in functional and lifestyle medicine. I offer an open and welcoming approach to exploring ways to mental wellness that integrate both patient-centered lifestyle changes, evidence-based medication management, and individual psychotherapy. www.mindovermatterboston.com
(781) 404-3449 View (781) 404-3449
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Menekse Alpay
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138
I work with individuals who have anxiety, depression, mood disorders, insomnia, relationship problems, trauma history, medical illness, neurological illness, and/or individuals who are helping family members with these problems. My experience over the last 25 years in psychiatry has shown that medications are helpful but do not take care of all problems in life. I offer combined psychiatric treatment. I received my psychiatric residency training from Georgetown University Hospital and fellowship in Psychosomatic Medicine from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School.
I work with individuals who have anxiety, depression, mood disorders, insomnia, relationship problems, trauma history, medical illness, neurological illness, and/or individuals who are helping family members with these problems. My experience over the last 25 years in psychiatry has shown that medications are helpful but do not take care of all problems in life. I offer combined psychiatric treatment. I received my psychiatric residency training from Georgetown University Hospital and fellowship in Psychosomatic Medicine from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School.
(617) 231-9618 View (617) 231-9618
Cynthia Telingator
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02139
My career has focused on humanistic and relational approaches to taking care of children, adolescents, adults and families. Shame, stigma and loss impact development in a multitude of ways, and can deter people from reaching their personal and professional goals. Disruption due to trauma, loss, medical and mental health issues can have long lasting effects. I practice psychodynamic psychotherapy and focus on supporting one's resilience and strengths while exploring experiences and feelings which may interfere with forward movement.
My career has focused on humanistic and relational approaches to taking care of children, adolescents, adults and families. Shame, stigma and loss impact development in a multitude of ways, and can deter people from reaching their personal and professional goals. Disruption due to trauma, loss, medical and mental health issues can have long lasting effects. I practice psychodynamic psychotherapy and focus on supporting one's resilience and strengths while exploring experiences and feelings which may interfere with forward movement.
(617) 553-9082 View (617) 553-9082
Photo of Jessica Kolczewski, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Massachusetts
Jessica Kolczewski
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN
Verified Verified
Randolph, MA 02368  (Online Only)
Are you looking for someone who can both prescribe medications and be present and listen to your experience? I value the importance of combining therapeutic techniques with medication management. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, with 14 years of nursing experience. I treat a variety of patients, including those suffering from trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, borderline personality disorder and suicidal or self injurious behaviors. On a part time basis, I have a "co-therapist" named Bella. She is trained as a therapy dog for the purpose of providing animal assisted therapy.
Are you looking for someone who can both prescribe medications and be present and listen to your experience? I value the importance of combining therapeutic techniques with medication management. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, with 14 years of nursing experience. I treat a variety of patients, including those suffering from trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, borderline personality disorder and suicidal or self injurious behaviors. On a part time basis, I have a "co-therapist" named Bella. She is trained as a therapy dog for the purpose of providing animal assisted therapy.
(617) 208-4410 View (617) 208-4410
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Rachael Darian
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Quincy, MA 02169  (Online Only)
Rachael Darian is a dually board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and specialist in adult primary care medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise include general psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, and addiction medicine. Rachael treats concerns and conditions related to depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, sleep disorders, and bipolar. She enjoys working with adults of all ages and has extensive experience working with active military personnel, veterans, emergency service workers, and disaster response workers.
Rachael Darian is a dually board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and specialist in adult primary care medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise include general psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, and addiction medicine. Rachael treats concerns and conditions related to depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, sleep disorders, and bipolar. She enjoys working with adults of all ages and has extensive experience working with active military personnel, veterans, emergency service workers, and disaster response workers.
(339) 329-8743 View (339) 329-8743
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Thrive Integrative Psychiatry - Robin Rivinus NP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CNM, PNP, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ashfield, MA 01330  (Online Only)
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner available to work with individuals and couples of all genders.I have been in practice for more than 30 years. I have a background in women's health as a nurse-midwife which has developed into a specialty in women's mental health, perinatal mental health, hormonal transitions such as peri and post-menopause, menstrual related symptoms( PMS, PMDD, PCOS), and sexual health. Other interests include healthy aging, life style medicine, professional burn-out, caregiver fatigue, mindfulness approaches, stress resilience, psycho-education, trauma resolution, mood disorders, anxiety, and depression.
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner available to work with individuals and couples of all genders.I have been in practice for more than 30 years. I have a background in women's health as a nurse-midwife which has developed into a specialty in women's mental health, perinatal mental health, hormonal transitions such as peri and post-menopause, menstrual related symptoms( PMS, PMDD, PCOS), and sexual health. Other interests include healthy aging, life style medicine, professional burn-out, caregiver fatigue, mindfulness approaches, stress resilience, psycho-education, trauma resolution, mood disorders, anxiety, and depression.
(413) 269-5235 View (413) 269-5235
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Lisa Curtain
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02128  (Online Only)
I prescribe psychiatric medication; through medication management and therapeutic lifestyle interventions that are tailored for you, I treat: Adults 18+ for Depression, Anxiety Disorders, PTSD, ADHD, and more.
Welcome; My name is Lisa Curtain and I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) at The Evolving Mind LLC. I prescribe psychiatric medication for mental wellness and stability. I recognize that mental well-being is not merely the absence of illness but a dynamic state of balance, encompassing emotional, psychological, and social dimensions. Central to my approach is the cultivation of self-awareness and self-compassion. I encourage individuals to engage in a journey of introspection, exploring their thoughts, emotions and behaviors while being kind to self
I prescribe psychiatric medication; through medication management and therapeutic lifestyle interventions that are tailored for you, I treat: Adults 18+ for Depression, Anxiety Disorders, PTSD, ADHD, and more.
Welcome; My name is Lisa Curtain and I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) at The Evolving Mind LLC. I prescribe psychiatric medication for mental wellness and stability. I recognize that mental well-being is not merely the absence of illness but a dynamic state of balance, encompassing emotional, psychological, and social dimensions. Central to my approach is the cultivation of self-awareness and self-compassion. I encourage individuals to engage in a journey of introspection, exploring their thoughts, emotions and behaviors while being kind to self
(781) 650-5423 View (781) 650-5423
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Mary Smith
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Quincy, MA 02169  (Online Only)
Mary Ellen Smith is a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 37 years of experience in nursing and a wealth of experience in almost all areas of mental health. Mary Ellen manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety disorders, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and bipolar illness. She has worked as a nurse clinician for 19 years at a major teaching hospital in Boston.
Mary Ellen Smith is a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 37 years of experience in nursing and a wealth of experience in almost all areas of mental health. Mary Ellen manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety disorders, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and bipolar illness. She has worked as a nurse clinician for 19 years at a major teaching hospital in Boston.
(339) 329-8910 View (339) 329-8910
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Henry Lou-Goode
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
Hello! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with experience in psychiatric evaluation and medication management. My practice is an outpatient mental health private practice with a mission to provide high-quality, responsive, and compassionate mental health care. I have expertise treating adults with ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorders, insomnia, and personality disorders. My goal is to help individuals achieve better mental health and be a professional partner in their journey.
Hello! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with experience in psychiatric evaluation and medication management. My practice is an outpatient mental health private practice with a mission to provide high-quality, responsive, and compassionate mental health care. I have expertise treating adults with ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorders, insomnia, and personality disorders. My goal is to help individuals achieve better mental health and be a professional partner in their journey.
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Khadija Tuitt
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02459  (Online Only)
Khadija Tuitt is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 15 years of nursing experience in both acute inpatient and community outpatient psychiatric nursing. Khadija specializes in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating individuals across the lifespan who suffer from a host of mental health issues including depression, anxiety and panic disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar and mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Khadija Tuitt is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 15 years of nursing experience in both acute inpatient and community outpatient psychiatric nursing. Khadija specializes in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating individuals across the lifespan who suffer from a host of mental health issues including depression, anxiety and panic disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar and mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and co-occurring substance use disorders.
(781) 556-6199 View (781) 556-6199
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Jennifer Neuwalder
Psychiatrist, MD, MArch
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02139
It's not necessarily easy to start (or restart) therapy. I am committed to honoring and transforming suffering through a compassionate, trauma-sensitive, eclectic approach. I welcome your complexity and curiosity as well as your suffering. We can discover together what can help you heal. I trained in psychiatry at UMass, and in child and adolescent psychiatry at Cambridge Health Alliance. My undergraduate and graduate education at Harvard, in visual art and architecture respectively, has provided a foundation for my comfort in exploring the unexpected and unknown. I bring this openness, creativity, and wonder to my therapeutic work.
It's not necessarily easy to start (or restart) therapy. I am committed to honoring and transforming suffering through a compassionate, trauma-sensitive, eclectic approach. I welcome your complexity and curiosity as well as your suffering. We can discover together what can help you heal. I trained in psychiatry at UMass, and in child and adolescent psychiatry at Cambridge Health Alliance. My undergraduate and graduate education at Harvard, in visual art and architecture respectively, has provided a foundation for my comfort in exploring the unexpected and unknown. I bring this openness, creativity, and wonder to my therapeutic work.
(617) 544-8290 View (617) 544-8290
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Kenneth Collins Kavanagh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C, ANP-C, MSN, MPH
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02199  (Online Only)
My current focus is caring for clients in early through middle adulthood experiencing Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, ADHD (with documented Neuropsychological Testing), Somatic Disorders, Sleep Disorders, Gender Dysphoria, and Trauma.
I provide psychiatric care, including diagnosis, medication management, consultations, and supportive counseling. I have enjoyed worked with many diverse groups, including members of the LGBTQ community, college students and professionals on all levels, individuals adjusting to cultural changes, persons in life-stage transitions, and those living with chronic disease. My interaction style ranges from supportive, directive, or challenging depending on the client's needs and goals. I maintain a collaborative and respectful approach, and establish a safe therapeutic environment with compassion, empathy, and significant dose of humor.
My current focus is caring for clients in early through middle adulthood experiencing Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, ADHD (with documented Neuropsychological Testing), Somatic Disorders, Sleep Disorders, Gender Dysphoria, and Trauma.
I provide psychiatric care, including diagnosis, medication management, consultations, and supportive counseling. I have enjoyed worked with many diverse groups, including members of the LGBTQ community, college students and professionals on all levels, individuals adjusting to cultural changes, persons in life-stage transitions, and those living with chronic disease. My interaction style ranges from supportive, directive, or challenging depending on the client's needs and goals. I maintain a collaborative and respectful approach, and establish a safe therapeutic environment with compassion, empathy, and significant dose of humor.
(508) 714-7428 View (508) 714-7428
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Dr. Justin Lacasse
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02140
I see adults with formal mood, trauma, attention, sleep, and anxiety disorders, among other conditions, as well as individuals looking for help in navigating various challenges in life including major transitions, medical illness, high levels of stress, and parenting.
I am a Harvard and Tufts trained adult psychiatrist with fellowship specialization in the intersection of psychiatric and medical illness. I take a supportive patient-centered approach, utilizing evidence-based medication and psychotherapy interventions tailored to your specific situation, background, and preferences.
I see adults with formal mood, trauma, attention, sleep, and anxiety disorders, among other conditions, as well as individuals looking for help in navigating various challenges in life including major transitions, medical illness, high levels of stress, and parenting.
I am a Harvard and Tufts trained adult psychiatrist with fellowship specialization in the intersection of psychiatric and medical illness. I take a supportive patient-centered approach, utilizing evidence-based medication and psychotherapy interventions tailored to your specific situation, background, and preferences.
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Shoshana Marchand
Psychiatric Nurse, MA, MSN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060  (Online Only)
I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner, offering consultation, medication management and therapy in downtown Northampton. I care about what makes us unique, as well as what we have in common. My interests include anxiety disorders like panic and OCD, as well as people on the autism spectrum or with social or learning differences. I'm delighted to work with LGBTQ clients or those in gender transition. I'm a believer in trauma -sensitive care, trained in DBT and in mindfulness. Clients say I'm both communicative and collaborative. Please note that my practice is currently limited to people aged 16 and older.
I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner, offering consultation, medication management and therapy in downtown Northampton. I care about what makes us unique, as well as what we have in common. My interests include anxiety disorders like panic and OCD, as well as people on the autism spectrum or with social or learning differences. I'm delighted to work with LGBTQ clients or those in gender transition. I'm a believer in trauma -sensitive care, trained in DBT and in mindfulness. Clients say I'm both communicative and collaborative. Please note that my practice is currently limited to people aged 16 and older.
(413) 650-1402 View (413) 650-1402
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Diane Germano
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, BC
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446
My practice focuses on helping people with anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, PTSD; individuation within the framework of psychodynamic psychotherapy. I particularly enjoy working with adolescents (18+), adults, couples, and people involved in the arts. Childhood experiences and relationships with one's family of origin influence an individual's personality and provides a template for future relationships. It can therefore be fruitful to understand via therapy that your family relationships are not destiny. I believe therapy is a psychological and spiritual journey, requiring empathy, patience, and validation of feelings.
My practice focuses on helping people with anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, PTSD; individuation within the framework of psychodynamic psychotherapy. I particularly enjoy working with adolescents (18+), adults, couples, and people involved in the arts. Childhood experiences and relationships with one's family of origin influence an individual's personality and provides a template for future relationships. It can therefore be fruitful to understand via therapy that your family relationships are not destiny. I believe therapy is a psychological and spiritual journey, requiring empathy, patience, and validation of feelings.
(617) 446-3247 View (617) 446-3247
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Dr. Catherine Yu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02199  (Online Only)
I am here to listen with compassion & without judgment. Life brings challenges to each of us. Our life circumstances and how we each experience them are part of what makes each of us unique. Initial visit and ongoing individual mental health and health assessments provides key information essential to establishing treatment goals. We will work together toward understanding, creating and achieving your treatment goals. These steps are important and essential to provide the support and care for you to improve your health. I look forward to meeting you.
I am here to listen with compassion & without judgment. Life brings challenges to each of us. Our life circumstances and how we each experience them are part of what makes each of us unique. Initial visit and ongoing individual mental health and health assessments provides key information essential to establishing treatment goals. We will work together toward understanding, creating and achieving your treatment goals. These steps are important and essential to provide the support and care for you to improve your health. I look forward to meeting you.
(508) 501-7769 View (508) 501-7769
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Rosie Fanale
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, RNCS
Verified Verified
Greenfield, MA 01301
Are you in pain, mentally or physically and anxious? Are you depressed? Have you had symptoms of physical distress? Are you wanting so much more for life, but not knowing how to get there or if it is even possible? Are you questioning yourself and your life and have you suffered from a neurological or neurodegenerative disease like MS, Fibromyalgia, Lou Gehrigs, Lupus, Parkinsons or Lyme, or even the beginning cognitive decline of Alzheimers? and felt depressed? I am both a therapist and a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I understand and can help.
Are you in pain, mentally or physically and anxious? Are you depressed? Have you had symptoms of physical distress? Are you wanting so much more for life, but not knowing how to get there or if it is even possible? Are you questioning yourself and your life and have you suffered from a neurological or neurodegenerative disease like MS, Fibromyalgia, Lou Gehrigs, Lupus, Parkinsons or Lyme, or even the beginning cognitive decline of Alzheimers? and felt depressed? I am both a therapist and a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I understand and can help.
(413) 337-3049 View (413) 337-3049

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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.