Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists in Massachusetts

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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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Matthew R. Howe
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Norwood, MA 02062
My practice focuses on depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, and addiction, in addition to other mental health issues.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I believe in an integrated approach to mental health, utilizing medication management alongside the development of healthy and sustainable skills to navigate the struggles we experience moving through life. I provide psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorder, as well as other mental health disorders. I strongly believe in staying current with the latest research and guidelines in psychopharmacology and neuroscience in order to best help my patients.
My practice focuses on depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, and addiction, in addition to other mental health issues.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I believe in an integrated approach to mental health, utilizing medication management alongside the development of healthy and sustainable skills to navigate the struggles we experience moving through life. I provide psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorder, as well as other mental health disorders. I strongly believe in staying current with the latest research and guidelines in psychopharmacology and neuroscience in order to best help my patients.
(413) 300-6178 View (413) 300-6178
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Kirstin Ritchie
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Yarmouth Port, MA 02675  (Online Only)
Harborside Psychiatrics offers medication management to clients of all ages and genders. We are specialized in the treatment of eating disorders and PTSD, with a particular passion for working with athletes. We also have extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
Harborside Psychiatrics offers medication management to clients of all ages and genders. We are specialized in the treatment of eating disorders and PTSD, with a particular passion for working with athletes. We also have extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
(860) 831-4708 View (860) 831-4708
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Massiel Reyes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP , FNP, BC
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950  (Online Only)
Furthermore, I provide psychotherapy sessions with a focus on trauma-focused therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT).
Hi I'm thrilled to be your guide on the path to improved mental health here at Healing Through Psychiatry. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, and I'm passionate about providing holistic care that addresses both the mind and body for teens and adults. My approach combines evidence-based practices, therapeutic techniques, and an understanding of cultural nuances to meet your unique needs, whether you're a teen navigating the challenges of adolescence or an adult seeking balance. Embark on a transformative journey with me, from the comfort of your home. Mental wellbeing matters, and I'm here to support you.
Furthermore, I provide psychotherapy sessions with a focus on trauma-focused therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT).
Hi I'm thrilled to be your guide on the path to improved mental health here at Healing Through Psychiatry. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, and I'm passionate about providing holistic care that addresses both the mind and body for teens and adults. My approach combines evidence-based practices, therapeutic techniques, and an understanding of cultural nuances to meet your unique needs, whether you're a teen navigating the challenges of adolescence or an adult seeking balance. Embark on a transformative journey with me, from the comfort of your home. Mental wellbeing matters, and I'm here to support you.
(978) 541-3607 View (978) 541-3607
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Aldona Vainius
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Franklin, MA 02038
As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, Mood disorders, PTSD, and C-PTSD.
I am here to listen and support you on your journey. My compassionate approach aims to support you through life's ups and downs. Together, we will figure out your goals, develop strategies, and pave the way towards a life you love. I'm committed to helping you break free from the past, empowering you to live life on your terms starting TODAY.
As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, Mood disorders, PTSD, and C-PTSD.
I am here to listen and support you on your journey. My compassionate approach aims to support you through life's ups and downs. Together, we will figure out your goals, develop strategies, and pave the way towards a life you love. I'm committed to helping you break free from the past, empowering you to live life on your terms starting TODAY.
(508) 501-1788 View (508) 501-1788
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Donna Agave
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
I specialize in the care persons with anxiety, depression, and trauma disorders.
Are you looking for personalized and empathetic care for your mental health? Do you have more questions than answers and need someone who will patiently walk you through the path to mental wellness? I am sensitive to each persons struggles and have a range of experience to draw upon to better help my patients.
I specialize in the care persons with anxiety, depression, and trauma disorders.
Are you looking for personalized and empathetic care for your mental health? Do you have more questions than answers and need someone who will patiently walk you through the path to mental wellness? I am sensitive to each persons struggles and have a range of experience to draw upon to better help my patients.
(781) 384-5326 View (781) 384-5326
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Darya Pokoevaya
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, RN, MSN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176
I am interested in treating patients with all types of conditions, but have a special affinity for working with clients who suffer from anxiety and trauma-related conditions.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Thoughtful Psychiatry, P.C. I provide psychotherapy and medication management for children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of stress related conditions. As therapist and prescriber, I try to pave the way for my clients to tell their stories and feel truly understood. I strive to provide a safe environment that allows for self-expression. While diagnosis can be helpful, I believe that each individual enters treatment with a unique set of circumstances, and that it is important to focus on the needs of each individual rather than focus only on his or her symptoms.
I am interested in treating patients with all types of conditions, but have a special affinity for working with clients who suffer from anxiety and trauma-related conditions.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Thoughtful Psychiatry, P.C. I provide psychotherapy and medication management for children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of stress related conditions. As therapist and prescriber, I try to pave the way for my clients to tell their stories and feel truly understood. I strive to provide a safe environment that allows for self-expression. While diagnosis can be helpful, I believe that each individual enters treatment with a unique set of circumstances, and that it is important to focus on the needs of each individual rather than focus only on his or her symptoms.
(339) 293-0703 View (339) 293-0703
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Sofia Verdeja Mitchell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, APRN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
Weymouth, MA 02190  (Online Only)
I am a board-certified English/Spanish bilingual psychiatric nurse practitioner treating mood disorders, including depression, anxiety, insomnia, bipolar disorder and PTSD. Skilled in assessment, diagnosis and medication management through evidence-based care for safe and effective outcomes, I build targeted and individualized treatment plans for patients while providing therapeutic support and a willingness to collaborate with therapists for mutual patients. Throughout more than eight years of experience, I’ve provided patient care across a variety of settings, including ER care, inpatient psychiatry and outpatient psychiatry.
I am a board-certified English/Spanish bilingual psychiatric nurse practitioner treating mood disorders, including depression, anxiety, insomnia, bipolar disorder and PTSD. Skilled in assessment, diagnosis and medication management through evidence-based care for safe and effective outcomes, I build targeted and individualized treatment plans for patients while providing therapeutic support and a willingness to collaborate with therapists for mutual patients. Throughout more than eight years of experience, I’ve provided patient care across a variety of settings, including ER care, inpatient psychiatry and outpatient psychiatry.
(339) 218-4969 View (339) 218-4969
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Marissa Ross
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02114  (Online Only)
Marissa Ross is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who treats a variety of mental health concerns including mood disorders, depression, anxiety, sleep, insomnia, PTSD, substance abuse, and women's issues. Marissa is a compassionate provider with strong clinical skills and an emphasis on following evidence-based guidelines.
Marissa Ross is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who treats a variety of mental health concerns including mood disorders, depression, anxiety, sleep, insomnia, PTSD, substance abuse, and women's issues. Marissa is a compassionate provider with strong clinical skills and an emphasis on following evidence-based guidelines.
(855) 208-4064 View (855) 208-4064
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Jacine Yael Vilches
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNPBC, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
Currently we have availability on a weekly basis. Dr. Jacine Vilches is a psychiatric nurse practitioner with dual certification in family practice and psychiatry (double-boarded). After working at a level I trauma center and receiving her doctoral degree from Florida State University she practiced psychiatry in Boston with the severely mentally ill population treating disorders ranging from schizophrenia to generalized anxiety disorder and personality disorders. Recently she moved back to Florida to open her private telepsychiatry practice that focuses on the holistic treatment of mental health disorders.
Currently we have availability on a weekly basis. Dr. Jacine Vilches is a psychiatric nurse practitioner with dual certification in family practice and psychiatry (double-boarded). After working at a level I trauma center and receiving her doctoral degree from Florida State University she practiced psychiatry in Boston with the severely mentally ill population treating disorders ranging from schizophrenia to generalized anxiety disorder and personality disorders. Recently she moved back to Florida to open her private telepsychiatry practice that focuses on the holistic treatment of mental health disorders.
(617) 855-5345 View (617) 855-5345
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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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Dr. Adam Henderson
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02459
Waitlist for new clients
For trauma and PTSD, I'm trained in EMDR.
Welcome! If you're a seeking a psychiatrist who can provide a straightforward approach while also offering compassionate support, you're in the right place. Maybe you’ve tried therapy or medication before and haven’t gotten the results you wanted, or you’re new to therapy and not sure where to start. Drawing on my background as a board-certified psychiatrist on faculty at Harvard Medical School, I’ll help you get to the bottom of your core issues and move past your stuck points. I'm here to provide a safe space where you can open up, without judgment or pressure.
For trauma and PTSD, I'm trained in EMDR.
Welcome! If you're a seeking a psychiatrist who can provide a straightforward approach while also offering compassionate support, you're in the right place. Maybe you’ve tried therapy or medication before and haven’t gotten the results you wanted, or you’re new to therapy and not sure where to start. Drawing on my background as a board-certified psychiatrist on faculty at Harvard Medical School, I’ll help you get to the bottom of your core issues and move past your stuck points. I'm here to provide a safe space where you can open up, without judgment or pressure.
(617) 284-0729 View (617) 284-0729
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Joshua Ritz
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westford, MA 01886
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in a variety of conditions, including depression, anxiety, psychotic disorders, trauma, and mood disorders. I have had a long career working in mental healthcare at McLean Hospital, treating patients ranging in age from late adolescence through the elderly, and completed my clinical training there while earning my graduate degree from Regis College. I believe treatment to be multifaceted, with medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle changes as factors that work best in concert with each other.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in a variety of conditions, including depression, anxiety, psychotic disorders, trauma, and mood disorders. I have had a long career working in mental healthcare at McLean Hospital, treating patients ranging in age from late adolescence through the elderly, and completed my clinical training there while earning my graduate degree from Regis College. I believe treatment to be multifaceted, with medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle changes as factors that work best in concert with each other.
(508) 290-6732 View (508) 290-6732
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Ishnane Guillet
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02131  (Online Only)
I am looking to help the professional struggling with burnout, the Christian who has always been unsure about psychiatric medication in context with their faith, the individual struggling with trauma, anxiety and depression, all the way to the, "I'm curious about mental health but I'm not sure if it's for me."
I am looking to help the professional struggling with burnout, the Christian who has always been unsure about psychiatric medication in context with their faith, the individual struggling with trauma, anxiety and depression, all the way to the, "I'm curious about mental health but I'm not sure if it's for me."
(857) 240-2847 View (857) 240-2847
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Leah Fichera
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02142  (Online Only)
I diagnose and manage conditions that include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma and stress disorders, insomnia, personality disorders, impulse control disorders, and smoking cessation.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and have spent the last 20 years in the Psychiatric / Mental Health field. My experience includes working in various settings of behavioral health including acute inpatient and extended stay inpatient in a teaching hospital, outpatient, and telemedicine.
I diagnose and manage conditions that include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma and stress disorders, insomnia, personality disorders, impulse control disorders, and smoking cessation.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and have spent the last 20 years in the Psychiatric / Mental Health field. My experience includes working in various settings of behavioral health including acute inpatient and extended stay inpatient in a teaching hospital, outpatient, and telemedicine.
(617) 855-1019 View (617) 855-1019
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Chaya Bhuvaneswaran
Psychiatrist, MD , MA, MPH
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116
I am a Harvard trained, Board Certified, Psychiatrist with a private practice in the Back Bay Area, Boston. My training includes my MD from Stanford with honors, Harvard residency training at MGH-McLean, and my certification in cognitive behavioral therapy (for anxiety, depression and PTSD) while I was faculty at the University of Pennsylvania and University of Massachusetts. My outpatient clinic was previously at Cambridge Health Alliance and I now run a boutique private practice offering personalized, attentive care and support. Narrative therapy and mindfulness training are included along with meticulous psychopharmacology.
I am a Harvard trained, Board Certified, Psychiatrist with a private practice in the Back Bay Area, Boston. My training includes my MD from Stanford with honors, Harvard residency training at MGH-McLean, and my certification in cognitive behavioral therapy (for anxiety, depression and PTSD) while I was faculty at the University of Pennsylvania and University of Massachusetts. My outpatient clinic was previously at Cambridge Health Alliance and I now run a boutique private practice offering personalized, attentive care and support. Narrative therapy and mindfulness training are included along with meticulous psychopharmacology.
(857) 227-9022 View (857) 227-9022
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David Martino
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02114  (Online Only)
My ideal client feels lost and misunderstood. They know intuitively that there is an unresolved problem that they can’t quite identify. They feel like they have been going around in circles, with or without professional help. Their treatment for related issues might be ineffective, partially effective but inadequate, effective for a time but not any longer, or intolerable due to side effects. And then, there is trauma. Trauma, past or ongoing, can be a predisposing, precipitating, or perpetuating factor for any person’s presenting problem. I have seen my starred specialties overlap about as often as they occur separately.
My ideal client feels lost and misunderstood. They know intuitively that there is an unresolved problem that they can’t quite identify. They feel like they have been going around in circles, with or without professional help. Their treatment for related issues might be ineffective, partially effective but inadequate, effective for a time but not any longer, or intolerable due to side effects. And then, there is trauma. Trauma, past or ongoing, can be a predisposing, precipitating, or perpetuating factor for any person’s presenting problem. I have seen my starred specialties overlap about as often as they occur separately.
(857) 567-9394 View (857) 567-9394
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Drew Pittman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
I understand the complexities of trauma and the negative impacts these experiences can have on all facets of one's life.
I am currently accepting new patients for same week telehealth appointments in Ohio, Florida, Colorado and Massachusetts. I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I treat adults suffering as a result of trauma, depression, anxiety, and obsessive compulsive disorder. I specialize in offering individualized, measurement based care to quickly assess and treat your illness. I prescribe psychiatric medications and recommend therapy modalities and natural remedies that are tailored to your symptoms. I take pride in improving your well-being quickly, while minimizing side effects from medications.
I understand the complexities of trauma and the negative impacts these experiences can have on all facets of one's life.
I am currently accepting new patients for same week telehealth appointments in Ohio, Florida, Colorado and Massachusetts. I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I treat adults suffering as a result of trauma, depression, anxiety, and obsessive compulsive disorder. I specialize in offering individualized, measurement based care to quickly assess and treat your illness. I prescribe psychiatric medications and recommend therapy modalities and natural remedies that are tailored to your symptoms. I take pride in improving your well-being quickly, while minimizing side effects from medications.
(508) 960-7059 View (508) 960-7059
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Jill Ruggiero
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CNP, BC
Verified Verified
Amesbury, MA 01913
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 10 years of experience. I conduct psychiatric evaluations, make diagnosis, and prescribe medications based on evidence based practices in medicine. I work with adults. I have experience with a broad spectrum of disorders including depression, anxiety, panic, bipolar disorder, psychosis, ADHD, and PTSD. I have practiced as a NP in a community mental health center for the past 10 years. I also worked in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center for 5 + years and currently do Vivitrol maintenance therapy.
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 10 years of experience. I conduct psychiatric evaluations, make diagnosis, and prescribe medications based on evidence based practices in medicine. I work with adults. I have experience with a broad spectrum of disorders including depression, anxiety, panic, bipolar disorder, psychosis, ADHD, and PTSD. I have practiced as a NP in a community mental health center for the past 10 years. I also worked in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center for 5 + years and currently do Vivitrol maintenance therapy.
(978) 518-9720 View (978) 518-9720
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Matthew May-Curry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Framingham, MA 01701  (Online Only)
I enjoy helping you address your depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and many other diagnoses.
Feeling connected to and supported by your doctor is important. I am here to partner with you as we address your mental health concerns. I bring a warm, inquisitive, and compassionate approach to each session. I work with you to help make your appointments feel meaningful; we'll focus on what's important to you, and also address any medication questions or concerns you might have. Together we will work to find a regimen that's right for you, whether it's medications only, talk therapy, or both. To request a virtual appointment, please use this link: (maycurrymd.clientsecure.me).
I enjoy helping you address your depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and many other diagnoses.
Feeling connected to and supported by your doctor is important. I am here to partner with you as we address your mental health concerns. I bring a warm, inquisitive, and compassionate approach to each session. I work with you to help make your appointments feel meaningful; we'll focus on what's important to you, and also address any medication questions or concerns you might have. Together we will work to find a regimen that's right for you, whether it's medications only, talk therapy, or both. To request a virtual appointment, please use this link: (maycurrymd.clientsecure.me).
(508) 413-6914 View (508) 413-6914

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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.