What is PTSD/trauma therapy?
At Thriveworks, Trauma/PTSD therapy involves dedicated efforts to address and navigate through past and/or recent traumatic events. Therapists specializing in trauma create a secure environment to process and heal from these experiences, aiming to reduce trauma-related symptoms and enhance overall quality of life.
How does PTSD/trauma therapy work?
Our Thriveworks providers use Trauma/PTSD therapy treatments like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR, CBT, and exposure therapy with the goal of helping clients process the traumatic events they have experienced so that they can to start feeling safe and secure again.
Symptoms of PTSD
The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can vary but often include:
- Flashbacks and distressing memories of the traumatic event
- Nightmares and sleep disturbances
- Intense anxiety and irritability
- Avoidance of reminders of the trauma
- Negative changes in mood and thought patterns
- Increased arousal, like difficulty concentrating or exaggerated startle response
How do you overcome PTSD triggers?
The best way to overcome PTSD triggers is to seek the assistance of a professional therapist, such as those at Thriveworks, who can help you to understand and treat your PTSD triggers.
What type of therapist is best for PTSD?
In most cases, a therapist who specializes in Trauma/PTSD therapy is the best type of mental health professional to address the symptoms of PTSD.
Is PTSD/trauma therapy conducted in person or online?
PTSD/trauma therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
How long should you go to therapy for PTSD?
If a client is working through a single traumatic event that occurred as an adult, trauma or PTSD therapy may only take a few months, but in general, it can take a year or more to effectively treat trauma symptoms and PTSD. The duration of treatment is highly dependent on the client and the severity of their symptoms.
How successful is therapy for PTSD?
The success rate of therapy for PTSD depends entirely on the individual’s symptoms, commitment to attending sessions, and personal abilities.
Need more help deciding?
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Counseling – Therapists in Alpharetta
If you are experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD as it is often known, we at Thriveworks Alpharetta understand that your life might be very challenging right now. You may be experiencing intrusive memories or flashbacks of the trauma, nightmares and/or sleep disturbances. You may be trying very hard to avoid thinking about the traumatic event, and anything that reminds you of it. You may experience strong feelings of anger, depression or anxiety. Perhaps your interpersonal relationships as suffering.
Please know that you are not alone. The counselors at Thriveworks Alpharetta are experienced clinical professionals who have helped numerous survivors to stabilize their PTSD symptoms, work through their trauma histories, and move forward embracing their futures.
How Does PTSD Therapy Work?
Thriveworks Alpharetta provides several counseling options for people experiencing PTSD. We offer individual counseling for those who would like to work with a therapist one on one. Group counseling is available for people who would prefer to engage in a setting with others experiencing PTSD. Life coaching serves as an excellent source of ongoing support and encouragement for people who have completed an initial phase of therapy.
We at Thriveworks Alpharetta understand that making the decision to enter PTSD counseling can be difficult. We want you to know that at Thriveworks, you will find kindness, compassion, support and the expertise you need to heal from your PTSD.
Who Can PTSD Therapy Help?
PTSD therapy can help with the following areas:
- Accident victims
- Bullying
- Domestic Violence
- Emotional abuse
- Military
- Neglect
- Physical abuse
- Serious health concerns
- Sexual abuse, assault, trafficing
- Unstable or unsafe environments
- Crime
- Natural disasters
Scheduling PTSD Therapy at Thriveworks Alpharetta
We encourage you to take this step in your healing journey and call Thriveworks Alpharetta at 770-284-9252. We would consider it an honor to partner with you in your PTSD counseling.
