Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Wasaga Beach, ON
Daniel Farb Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, or lost at this point in your life, I will work with you to make sense of your experience in a way that empowers you to find your way forward. You may be having relationship difficulties, feeling generally unhappy or discontent with yourself, or simply struggling to find your place in the world. You may be grappling with anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, or experiencing the effects of trauma. Whether you are finding it hard to cope with recent challenges or have been grappling with your issues for many years, you don't have to go through it alone.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, or lost at this point in your life, I will work with you to make sense of your experience in a way that empowers you to find your way forward. You may be having relationship difficulties, feeling generally unhappy or discontent with yourself, or simply struggling to find your place in the world. You may be grappling with anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, or experiencing the effects of trauma. Whether you are finding it hard to cope with recent challenges or have been grappling with your issues for many years, you don't have to go through it alone.
Pat Guillet
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z
Waitlist for new clients
I am aware of the link between current issues and past trauma, including how past traumatic events can affect mood, sleep, and relationships, as well as illness and pain within the body.
I am accepting new clients for counselling and for my FREE Trauma Recovery Group on Tuesday nights. I offer compassionate therapy for trauma, grief, eating disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexual orientation, serious mental health issues, dissociation, chronic pain, concussions, childhood abuse, relocation issues, sleep, anger or anything else. Everyone gets stuck from time to time. You don't have to be alone any more. I will adapt my style to your individual needs. I believe that behind your struggles is an astonishing ability to find hope, healing, strength, creativity, connection and fulfillment.
I am aware of the link between current issues and past trauma, including how past traumatic events can affect mood, sleep, and relationships, as well as illness and pain within the body.
I am accepting new clients for counselling and for my FREE Trauma Recovery Group on Tuesday nights. I offer compassionate therapy for trauma, grief, eating disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexual orientation, serious mental health issues, dissociation, chronic pain, concussions, childhood abuse, relocation issues, sleep, anger or anything else. Everyone gets stuck from time to time. You don't have to be alone any more. I will adapt my style to your individual needs. I believe that behind your struggles is an astonishing ability to find hope, healing, strength, creativity, connection and fulfillment.
Jaime Armstrong
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z (Online Only)
My approach combines hypnosis, humour, and sensory experiences to communicate in a way that allows for trauma to be resolved gently and painlessly, allowing you to get more of what is beneficial.
Have you been feeling stuck and unable to change how you feel or act? Most likely you have been effected by experiences from your past. Consciously you may understand the value of changing a behaviour, but unless your deeper mind is transformed, change is not likely. Attempting to bring about enduring change without eliminating these "ghosts from the past" is like trying to repair the structure of a building by applying a coat of paint. Using a gentle, painless, and fun approach to therapy, I create immediate and lasting change through brain-changing conversations, teaching you how to stress-proof and play your brain for change.
My approach combines hypnosis, humour, and sensory experiences to communicate in a way that allows for trauma to be resolved gently and painlessly, allowing you to get more of what is beneficial.
Have you been feeling stuck and unable to change how you feel or act? Most likely you have been effected by experiences from your past. Consciously you may understand the value of changing a behaviour, but unless your deeper mind is transformed, change is not likely. Attempting to bring about enduring change without eliminating these "ghosts from the past" is like trying to repair the structure of a building by applying a coat of paint. Using a gentle, painless, and fun approach to therapy, I create immediate and lasting change through brain-changing conversations, teaching you how to stress-proof and play your brain for change.
Tara Siobhan McGee
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z
I understand that dealing with trauma and stress can be challenging, but you don’t have to face it alone.
Are you feeling the heavy burden of stress, burnout, or trauma? If you find yourself yearning for inner peace, spiritual fulfillment, and a transformative shift in your life, you’re in the right place. I am dedicated to helping clients who are ready to invest both time and effort into healing and personal growth. My practice is rooted in supporting individuals who are overwhelmed, exhausted, and dealing with the effects of trauma. You may be feeling “tired but wired,” caught in a cycle of stress and disconnection, but seeking a path to deeper fulfillment and authentic living.
I understand that dealing with trauma and stress can be challenging, but you don’t have to face it alone.
Are you feeling the heavy burden of stress, burnout, or trauma? If you find yourself yearning for inner peace, spiritual fulfillment, and a transformative shift in your life, you’re in the right place. I am dedicated to helping clients who are ready to invest both time and effort into healing and personal growth. My practice is rooted in supporting individuals who are overwhelmed, exhausted, and dealing with the effects of trauma. You may be feeling “tired but wired,” caught in a cycle of stress and disconnection, but seeking a path to deeper fulfillment and authentic living.
I also work with Individuals who are experiencing Life Challenges including Depression, Trauma, Addictions, Abuse, Loss and Life Transitions.
Real Talk Therapy comes from my real life experiences on the floors of hospitals, agencies and treatment centres. This background has helped to create a 20 year+ private practice that is grounded, direct and well informed. Although my Master's degree in Clinical Social Work (MSW) has been a great foundation, my interest has always been about the art and delivery of a great counselling experience. To that end I offer you a safe place to explore, express and experience your next steps. My ten years as a frontline therapist on the PTSD program at Homewood Health Centre in Guelph is a solid rescource of experience.
I also work with Individuals who are experiencing Life Challenges including Depression, Trauma, Addictions, Abuse, Loss and Life Transitions.
Real Talk Therapy comes from my real life experiences on the floors of hospitals, agencies and treatment centres. This background has helped to create a 20 year+ private practice that is grounded, direct and well informed. Although my Master's degree in Clinical Social Work (MSW) has been a great foundation, my interest has always been about the art and delivery of a great counselling experience. To that end I offer you a safe place to explore, express and experience your next steps. My ten years as a frontline therapist on the PTSD program at Homewood Health Centre in Guelph is a solid rescource of experience.
Erica Tucker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z
Waitlist for new clients
Some of the modalities I incorporate include: EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Attachment-Based Therapy, Nature Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Neurobiology and DDP.
I believe that meaningful changes come from meaningful connections. I am here to provide a warm, non-judgmental, authentic space for you to feel safe to explore all parts of yourself. Through our therapeutic relationship, I will support you to discover or reconnect with your true, authentic self. From this place of genuine connection – we can learn to meet all parts of ourselves with compassion, understanding and love. From this place, change, growth, and healing emerge, allowing you to live your most meaningful life. I work with adolescents, adults and parents.I offer in person, walking and virtual sessions in Collingwood, Ontario.
Some of the modalities I incorporate include: EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Attachment-Based Therapy, Nature Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Neurobiology and DDP.
I believe that meaningful changes come from meaningful connections. I am here to provide a warm, non-judgmental, authentic space for you to feel safe to explore all parts of yourself. Through our therapeutic relationship, I will support you to discover or reconnect with your true, authentic self. From this place of genuine connection – we can learn to meet all parts of ourselves with compassion, understanding and love. From this place, change, growth, and healing emerge, allowing you to live your most meaningful life. I work with adolescents, adults and parents.I offer in person, walking and virtual sessions in Collingwood, Ontario.
Trauma and c- PTSD is one of our clinics specialties.
Accepting New Clients! Are you ready to really rise into the life of your design? With 23 yrs of experience and pioneering in leading edge treatments for "treatment resistant" individuals that have experienced emotional neglect or trauma whether as a child, teen, in your adult life or because you carry vicarious trauma as first responder in our community.
Trauma and c- PTSD is one of our clinics specialties.
Accepting New Clients! Are you ready to really rise into the life of your design? With 23 yrs of experience and pioneering in leading edge treatments for "treatment resistant" individuals that have experienced emotional neglect or trauma whether as a child, teen, in your adult life or because you carry vicarious trauma as first responder in our community.
Tahnee Boynton
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, ADTP, CCTS-I
Verified Verified
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z
With a Master’s in Counselling Psychology, certification as a Clinical Trauma Specialist, and over a decade of experience, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Your journey is unique, just like your experiences. And sometimes we all need a little extra support. I'm here to offer you that. Together, we’ll explore your goals and concerns through individual therapy, tailored to your needs, helping you grow and heal at your own pace. I also offer specialized support in areas like addiction counselling, anger management, and trauma-informed care—all in a compassionate, non-judgmental space. My approach is rooted in empathy, and I draw from methods like CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and ACT to guide you.
With a Master’s in Counselling Psychology, certification as a Clinical Trauma Specialist, and over a decade of experience, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Your journey is unique, just like your experiences. And sometimes we all need a little extra support. I'm here to offer you that. Together, we’ll explore your goals and concerns through individual therapy, tailored to your needs, helping you grow and heal at your own pace. I also offer specialized support in areas like addiction counselling, anger management, and trauma-informed care—all in a compassionate, non-judgmental space. My approach is rooted in empathy, and I draw from methods like CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and ACT to guide you.
Lisbeth Nielsen
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MACP
Verified Verified
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z (Online Only)
I am dedicated to offering support to survivors of relational trauma and sexual violence.
We all face challenges in life and sometimes we need help along the way. Painful experiences can leave us feeling disconnected, stuck in heavy emotions and struggling to change unhelpful patterns within ourselves and our relationships. You deserve to be heard, validated and understood, so that you can share your story and begin to heal. Healing and growth are possible, even after painful events. Together, we can make connections between the past and the present, build your self-compassion and find new ways of coping. I hope to support you as you gain new insights into yourself and discover a new way forward.
I am dedicated to offering support to survivors of relational trauma and sexual violence.
We all face challenges in life and sometimes we need help along the way. Painful experiences can leave us feeling disconnected, stuck in heavy emotions and struggling to change unhelpful patterns within ourselves and our relationships. You deserve to be heard, validated and understood, so that you can share your story and begin to heal. Healing and growth are possible, even after painful events. Together, we can make connections between the past and the present, build your self-compassion and find new ways of coping. I hope to support you as you gain new insights into yourself and discover a new way forward.
I have a special place in my heart for trauma work and a lot of experience in this area.
Hi there! Unsure of where to start? Everybody has a story that deserves to be heard and I am here to listen. My goal is to help you to start living your best life. I am a certified social worker and experienced CBT psychotherapist. I have a warm, caring and easy going approach to my work and with life in general. Feel free to message me and ask questions. Together I am confident that we can find a path to recovery.
I have a special place in my heart for trauma work and a lot of experience in this area.
Hi there! Unsure of where to start? Everybody has a story that deserves to be heard and I am here to listen. My goal is to help you to start living your best life. I am a certified social worker and experienced CBT psychotherapist. I have a warm, caring and easy going approach to my work and with life in general. Feel free to message me and ask questions. Together I am confident that we can find a path to recovery.
The Dot Canada
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RSW, MA
Verified Verified
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z (Online Only)
The mental health professionals at The Dot are trained in many different types of therapy that can help with issues related to trauma, grief, relationship issues (yes we do couples counselling) depression, anxiety and more.
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
The mental health professionals at The Dot are trained in many different types of therapy that can help with issues related to trauma, grief, relationship issues (yes we do couples counselling) depression, anxiety and more.
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
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Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z
Also, I have obtained numerous certificates that allow me to effectively work with complex trauma reactions.
As a social worker/psychotherapist, I have 14 years of extensive clinical practice supporting individuals who have endured past and present traumatic and hurtful life experiences. I guide individuals out of painful emotions, thoughts, somatic reactions, and behavioural patterns by creatively combining trauma-informed therapies that foster personal growth and transformation. Recovering from traumatic and adverse life experiences is not a linear process. I support individuals throughout all the stages, challenges, and transitional periods one encounters during healing.
Also, I have obtained numerous certificates that allow me to effectively work with complex trauma reactions.
As a social worker/psychotherapist, I have 14 years of extensive clinical practice supporting individuals who have endured past and present traumatic and hurtful life experiences. I guide individuals out of painful emotions, thoughts, somatic reactions, and behavioural patterns by creatively combining trauma-informed therapies that foster personal growth and transformation. Recovering from traumatic and adverse life experiences is not a linear process. I support individuals throughout all the stages, challenges, and transitional periods one encounters during healing.
Desiree Frenette
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW, CYCP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z
My own lived experiences with trauma, mental health challenges, substance use, and sudden loss, have brought me into this field and are what help me deeply empathize with what it's like to be in your shoes.
A compassionate, non-judgemental holistic integrative therapist offering a safe space to help those who struggle with the effects of trauma, substance use, grief, or mood or anxiety-related challenges. If you feel overwhelmed, stuck in survival mode, or tired of how things are going, let's talk and work together to find your unique path to healing your mind, body, and spirit. Through an interconnected approach, I emphasize understanding people's strengths, childhood experiences, relationships, and the systemic impacts on our lives.
My own lived experiences with trauma, mental health challenges, substance use, and sudden loss, have brought me into this field and are what help me deeply empathize with what it's like to be in your shoes.
A compassionate, non-judgemental holistic integrative therapist offering a safe space to help those who struggle with the effects of trauma, substance use, grief, or mood or anxiety-related challenges. If you feel overwhelmed, stuck in survival mode, or tired of how things are going, let's talk and work together to find your unique path to healing your mind, body, and spirit. Through an interconnected approach, I emphasize understanding people's strengths, childhood experiences, relationships, and the systemic impacts on our lives.
Jessica Trainor - Trauma Therapy (EMDR Therapy)
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z (Online Only)
I support survivors in their journey of moving beyond their trauma, shame and painful feelings of “not good enough”, towards regaining control of their lives in a meaningful way.
Childhood Sexual Abuse & Trauma Therapy - I help intra-familial childhood sexual abuse survivors own their enoughness. Painful past experiences, such as trauma, shape the way we show up and navigate through our present day lives and the world around us. Without deep healing of these experiences and traumas, we can feel stuck; like nothing is working. It feels hopeless. You likely landed here because it’s all gotten to be too much - I see you and I am so glad you're here. I provide a warm space to explore present day anxieties and get you past that feeling of stuckness. Let's rebuild your mind-body connection.
I support survivors in their journey of moving beyond their trauma, shame and painful feelings of “not good enough”, towards regaining control of their lives in a meaningful way.
Childhood Sexual Abuse & Trauma Therapy - I help intra-familial childhood sexual abuse survivors own their enoughness. Painful past experiences, such as trauma, shape the way we show up and navigate through our present day lives and the world around us. Without deep healing of these experiences and traumas, we can feel stuck; like nothing is working. It feels hopeless. You likely landed here because it’s all gotten to be too much - I see you and I am so glad you're here. I provide a warm space to explore present day anxieties and get you past that feeling of stuckness. Let's rebuild your mind-body connection.
Janet Nielsen | Shift Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, (Hons), MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z
I am trauma-informed, trained in the Gottman approach to couples therapy and have a particular interest in attachment theory and the connection between mental health and the nervous system.
I help individuals (and couples) get 'unstuck', with a focus on supporting relational/relationship challenges (of all kinds), anxiety, and understanding/adjusting unhelpful patterns and triggers. My practice is called Shift because that's exactly what I'm here to help you do. Together, we'll build the awareness and acceptance needed to shift away from the behaviours, beliefs, and ways of thinking that are keeping you stuck so that you can move towards a life of awareness, connection, ease and fulfillment - whatever that means for you.
I am trauma-informed, trained in the Gottman approach to couples therapy and have a particular interest in attachment theory and the connection between mental health and the nervous system.
I help individuals (and couples) get 'unstuck', with a focus on supporting relational/relationship challenges (of all kinds), anxiety, and understanding/adjusting unhelpful patterns and triggers. My practice is called Shift because that's exactly what I'm here to help you do. Together, we'll build the awareness and acceptance needed to shift away from the behaviours, beliefs, and ways of thinking that are keeping you stuck so that you can move towards a life of awareness, connection, ease and fulfillment - whatever that means for you.
Darshana Patel
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z (Online Only)
With a deep understanding of trauma, mental health, and identity issues, my specialty lies in creating a strong therapeutic relationship where we work together to achieve your goals.
How would it feel if you didn't have to tolerate challenges in your mental health anymore? Would you have more capacity for yourself and your loved ones? Would you have more energy to devote to the things that bring you joy? Whether it be a life transition, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or relationship issues, I help my clients work through their concerns by providing them with support and strategies to help them towards their goals. I use my own lived experience of being a 2nd generation Canadian and a South Asian woman, along with the breadth of experience that I have to support the work we will do together.
With a deep understanding of trauma, mental health, and identity issues, my specialty lies in creating a strong therapeutic relationship where we work together to achieve your goals.
How would it feel if you didn't have to tolerate challenges in your mental health anymore? Would you have more capacity for yourself and your loved ones? Would you have more energy to devote to the things that bring you joy? Whether it be a life transition, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or relationship issues, I help my clients work through their concerns by providing them with support and strategies to help them towards their goals. I use my own lived experience of being a 2nd generation Canadian and a South Asian woman, along with the breadth of experience that I have to support the work we will do together.
Leah Juras
Registered Psychotherapist, BA Hons, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z (Online Only)
My areas of expertise include eating disorders, anxiety, trauma, and I have a special interest in pregnancy loss and infertility.
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. I'm a client-centred, integrative psychotherapist who meets you where you are at. My approach is gentle initially, and I work alongside you to determine goals and hopes for therapy. I strive to provide a safe, empathetic, and neutral space for you to freely discuss your thoughts, feelings, emotions, etc. I aim to instil hope, and guide you to a place in which you feel you are heading towards the person you are aiming to be. Together we will move at a pace that feels comfortable to you, and I both welcome and encourage ongoing feedback to ensure you are getting what you need from sessions.
My areas of expertise include eating disorders, anxiety, trauma, and I have a special interest in pregnancy loss and infertility.
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. I'm a client-centred, integrative psychotherapist who meets you where you are at. My approach is gentle initially, and I work alongside you to determine goals and hopes for therapy. I strive to provide a safe, empathetic, and neutral space for you to freely discuss your thoughts, feelings, emotions, etc. I aim to instil hope, and guide you to a place in which you feel you are heading towards the person you are aiming to be. Together we will move at a pace that feels comfortable to you, and I both welcome and encourage ongoing feedback to ensure you are getting what you need from sessions.
The unexpected has happened and you are not sure where to turn next, who to talk to and how to best support your child. Traumatic events or personal losses can interrupt our sense of safety and direction. I’ve been lucky enough to play and work with children and youth walking this path who are trying to make sense and make meaning of what has happened. I have a Masters degree in Social Work, and I am a registered Social Worker with the OCSWSSW. I’ve been in practice for 25 years and have trained in various approaches including attachment based, EMDR, TFCBT, Mindfulness, Yoga Therapy, MST, and various play and energetic modalities.
The unexpected has happened and you are not sure where to turn next, who to talk to and how to best support your child. Traumatic events or personal losses can interrupt our sense of safety and direction. I’ve been lucky enough to play and work with children and youth walking this path who are trying to make sense and make meaning of what has happened. I have a Masters degree in Social Work, and I am a registered Social Worker with the OCSWSSW. I’ve been in practice for 25 years and have trained in various approaches including attachment based, EMDR, TFCBT, Mindfulness, Yoga Therapy, MST, and various play and energetic modalities.
Centre for Meaningful Living
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z (Online Only)
Traditional therapy methods assume that everyone’s problems can be solved by participating in weekly 1-hour sessions using one-size-fits-all protocols. This approach focuses on treating disorders, rather than people, and the latest research does not support this approach. I want to understand YOU, as a person. Together we'll figure out the underlying reasons you are stuck, and we’ll create an individualized plan for long-term change. Are your emotions overwhelming? Maybe you feel numb? Do you repeatedly respond to situations in unhelpful ways? Whatever the reasons, we’ll work together to help you take back control of your life.
Traditional therapy methods assume that everyone’s problems can be solved by participating in weekly 1-hour sessions using one-size-fits-all protocols. This approach focuses on treating disorders, rather than people, and the latest research does not support this approach. I want to understand YOU, as a person. Together we'll figure out the underlying reasons you are stuck, and we’ll create an individualized plan for long-term change. Are your emotions overwhelming? Maybe you feel numb? Do you repeatedly respond to situations in unhelpful ways? Whatever the reasons, we’ll work together to help you take back control of your life.
Tracy Bertrand
Registered Social Worker, HBSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z (Online Only)
Making meaning of our lives can become difficult when problems arise that we least expected. What if we have never experienced these things and coping isn't going so well, what do we do? What if the old familiar things keep happening? Sometimes our usual ways of staying focused and present are interrupted, even if we have managed before. I have been part of many healing journeys and one thing is the same in all of us: we must move through the difficulties with support in order to get back to our present. I am here to help you do just that.
Making meaning of our lives can become difficult when problems arise that we least expected. What if we have never experienced these things and coping isn't going so well, what do we do? What if the old familiar things keep happening? Sometimes our usual ways of staying focused and present are interrupted, even if we have managed before. I have been part of many healing journeys and one thing is the same in all of us: we must move through the difficulties with support in order to get back to our present. I am here to help you do just that.
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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.