Trauma and PTSD Therapists in 10027
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I work with folks experiencing depression, anxiety, or trauma related to society, family, relationships, life transitions, etc. Many of my clients have survived an adverse childhood and are now learning to thrive in the present day. After our work together, the majority of my clients experience more joy, have improved the quality of their relationships, and feel more empowered to move through difficult life challenges. Were your parents or caregivers unavailable or withholding? Is it hard for you to be present during life's successes because of past traumatic experiences? Is it hard to make or maintain healthy relationships?
I work with folks experiencing depression, anxiety, or trauma related to society, family, relationships, life transitions, etc. Many of my clients have survived an adverse childhood and are now learning to thrive in the present day. After our work together, the majority of my clients experience more joy, have improved the quality of their relationships, and feel more empowered to move through difficult life challenges. Were your parents or caregivers unavailable or withholding? Is it hard for you to be present during life's successes because of past traumatic experiences? Is it hard to make or maintain healthy relationships?
![Photo of Ashley Harwood, LMSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/67f41514-9cfc-483b-a1c0-425069c9bcec/2/320x400.jpeg)
I provide a safe, secure and supportive space for clients to reflect more deeply on themselves, their relationships and how they move about in the world. I will meet you where you’re at and help you find relief from painful symptoms such as anxiety, depression, loneliness and trauma.
I provide a safe, secure and supportive space for clients to reflect more deeply on themselves, their relationships and how they move about in the world. I will meet you where you’re at and help you find relief from painful symptoms such as anxiety, depression, loneliness and trauma.
![Photo of Yumnah S Saad, MSW, LCSW, QMHP, SIFI, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/337f3649-3d7e-462d-8696-5d8d5af2da9b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Yumnah S Saad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, QMHP, SIFI
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10027 (Online Only)
Specializing in trauma-informed care that is person-centered and strengths-focused, I believe in taking a collaborative and compassionate approach to counseling in an effort to ensure you feel seen, heard, & most importantly, validated. As a BIPOC clinician, I specialize in helping you navigate cultural and spiritual-related internal conflicts as well as various adversities and life transitions. I also have extensive experience treating substance use disorders seen through a harm reduction-focused lens.
Specializing in trauma-informed care that is person-centered and strengths-focused, I believe in taking a collaborative and compassionate approach to counseling in an effort to ensure you feel seen, heard, & most importantly, validated. As a BIPOC clinician, I specialize in helping you navigate cultural and spiritual-related internal conflicts as well as various adversities and life transitions. I also have extensive experience treating substance use disorders seen through a harm reduction-focused lens.
![Photo of Christen Joseph, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/99392ee1-e7ff-404a-bd4f-11646b5bb089/2/320x400.jpeg)
I aim to equip individuals and families with the tools to address and heal intergenerational patterns of trauma, emotional disorders, and mental challenges.
Are you a caretaker trying your hardest to understand a child or vice versa? Are you struggling with a relationship (familial, romantic, platonic, or professional)? Do your emotions, or the emotions of someone close to you feel out of control? Is it difficult for you to practice positive self-talk and refrain from comparing yourself to other people? We are all raised to believe specific ideas about who we are - beliefs that impact our decisions and behaviors. These concepts are frequently rooted in cultural norms and stereotypes that shape our identities and have an overbearing influence on our experiences.
I aim to equip individuals and families with the tools to address and heal intergenerational patterns of trauma, emotional disorders, and mental challenges.
Are you a caretaker trying your hardest to understand a child or vice versa? Are you struggling with a relationship (familial, romantic, platonic, or professional)? Do your emotions, or the emotions of someone close to you feel out of control? Is it difficult for you to practice positive self-talk and refrain from comparing yourself to other people? We are all raised to believe specific ideas about who we are - beliefs that impact our decisions and behaviors. These concepts are frequently rooted in cultural norms and stereotypes that shape our identities and have an overbearing influence on our experiences.
I am a NY State Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of post-masters experience working with trauma, specifically victims and survivors of interpersonal violence. East End Psychotherapy is a clinical practice committed to assisting, supporting, and empowering individuals through challenging periods in their lives. Along with the client, a treatment plan will be developed based on specific needs and goals utilizing evidenced-based therapeutic modalities (an interdisciplinary approach to clinical practice supported by research).
I am a NY State Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of post-masters experience working with trauma, specifically victims and survivors of interpersonal violence. East End Psychotherapy is a clinical practice committed to assisting, supporting, and empowering individuals through challenging periods in their lives. Along with the client, a treatment plan will be developed based on specific needs and goals utilizing evidenced-based therapeutic modalities (an interdisciplinary approach to clinical practice supported by research).
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Whether you're working through trauma, looking to enhance relationships, or striving for personal growth, therapy will be tailored to meet your unique needs.
Exploring your life and inner experiences can be both a profoundly healing and challenging process. In my practice, I strive to cultivate a therapeutic space that feels safe and empowering. Meeting each patient with compassion and non-judgment, I accompany them as we collaboratively process their relationships, emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. I work as a supervising psychologist at Mount Sinai in Manhattan, New York and am available to see patients both online and in-person. I work with a broad range of patients and specialize in the treatment of trauma, sexual assault, and relationship difficulties.
Whether you're working through trauma, looking to enhance relationships, or striving for personal growth, therapy will be tailored to meet your unique needs.
Exploring your life and inner experiences can be both a profoundly healing and challenging process. In my practice, I strive to cultivate a therapeutic space that feels safe and empowering. Meeting each patient with compassion and non-judgment, I accompany them as we collaboratively process their relationships, emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. I work as a supervising psychologist at Mount Sinai in Manhattan, New York and am available to see patients both online and in-person. I work with a broad range of patients and specialize in the treatment of trauma, sexual assault, and relationship difficulties.
![Photo of Siobhan Marie Pokorney, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1936383d-e87f-4841-91d2-97ff507deebb/2/320x400.png)
Siobhan Marie Pokorney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10027 (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Siobhan (she/her). I am a white, cis-gender, queer, neurodivergent, and chronically ill therapist. I am passionate about providing accessible, collaborative, neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed assessments, advocacy, and therapeutic support.
Hi! My name is Siobhan (she/her). I am a white, cis-gender, queer, neurodivergent, and chronically ill therapist. I am passionate about providing accessible, collaborative, neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed assessments, advocacy, and therapeutic support.
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Linda Edwards
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10027 (Online Only)
Hi! I am Linda Edwards. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I work with adults and couples with various challenges such as: addiction recovery, depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Psychodynamic Therapy and Brief Solution Focused Therapy to assist the client with these challenges, identify triggers, and explore the potential for solutions.
Hi! I am Linda Edwards. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I work with adults and couples with various challenges such as: addiction recovery, depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Psychodynamic Therapy and Brief Solution Focused Therapy to assist the client with these challenges, identify triggers, and explore the potential for solutions.
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David Anthony Elliott
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10027 (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is David Elliott and I have worked in a variety of settings dealing with intergenerational and complex trauma. My experience spans from early intervention to community mental health clinics, providing counseling services to all individuals. I have found that across all settings and people, the most important aspect of therapy is developing a relationship in which the client feels safe, respected, and held accountable. I am passionate about mental health and can recognize the impact emotions and daily traumas can have mentally. My mission is to help you enhance your quality of life.
Welcome! My name is David Elliott and I have worked in a variety of settings dealing with intergenerational and complex trauma. My experience spans from early intervention to community mental health clinics, providing counseling services to all individuals. I have found that across all settings and people, the most important aspect of therapy is developing a relationship in which the client feels safe, respected, and held accountable. I am passionate about mental health and can recognize the impact emotions and daily traumas can have mentally. My mission is to help you enhance your quality of life.
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Dr. Courtney Peters
Limited Licensed Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10027 (Online Only)
I work with a wide range of psychological concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, sex/sexuality, body image, chronic illness, substance use, and complex relational or family dynamics.
I received my B.A. from Yale, my doctorate in clinical psychology from Rutgers, and intensive full-time clinical training at Bellevue Hospital. My therapeutic style prioritizes authenticity, warmth, and active engagement, and I value the patterns that recur in our ways of being to shape our identity, behavior, and relationships. I work primarily from a psychodynamic perspective with roots in attachment theory, and I draw from cognitive-behavioral, trauma-informed, and mind-body modalities to complement an insight-driven approach with here-and-now strategies for cultivating resilience and relief.
I work with a wide range of psychological concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, sex/sexuality, body image, chronic illness, substance use, and complex relational or family dynamics.
I received my B.A. from Yale, my doctorate in clinical psychology from Rutgers, and intensive full-time clinical training at Bellevue Hospital. My therapeutic style prioritizes authenticity, warmth, and active engagement, and I value the patterns that recur in our ways of being to shape our identity, behavior, and relationships. I work primarily from a psychodynamic perspective with roots in attachment theory, and I draw from cognitive-behavioral, trauma-informed, and mind-body modalities to complement an insight-driven approach with here-and-now strategies for cultivating resilience and relief.
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Liberated Voices Therapy LCSW pllc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10027 (Online Only)
I am a licensed NY telehealth and trauma informed therapist specializing in treatment of mood and anxiety disorders.
Has unhealthy ways of coping with stress, anxiety or depression negatively impacted your personal, professional or intimate relationships? Or are you at a crossroads in your life and need to explore what your next chapter will be? Or, are you seeking help now to have a deeper understanding around your traumas in hopes to heal from them? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I want to help you unburden yourself and develop healthy coping skills to live a more peaceful and fulfilling life. Your best chapter awaits you. Are you ready?
I am a licensed NY telehealth and trauma informed therapist specializing in treatment of mood and anxiety disorders.
Has unhealthy ways of coping with stress, anxiety or depression negatively impacted your personal, professional or intimate relationships? Or are you at a crossroads in your life and need to explore what your next chapter will be? Or, are you seeking help now to have a deeper understanding around your traumas in hopes to heal from them? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I want to help you unburden yourself and develop healthy coping skills to live a more peaceful and fulfilling life. Your best chapter awaits you. Are you ready?
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I most treat those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, women of color, GLBTQ population, and/or medical illnesses such as HIV/AIDS.
The process of beginning therapy and finding a therapist can feel overwhelming and frightening. I understand and believe those who are starting this process are truly courageous and resourceful. In my experience, I have found having a safe, contained, and trusting environment to share all of one's thoughts, feelings, and experiences can be restorative and healing. Each experience is different and some clients desire short term treatment while others wish for a more long term therapeutic relationship to achieve their goals; I look forward to exploring options and co-creating a safe and productive space with those seeking therapy.
I most treat those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, women of color, GLBTQ population, and/or medical illnesses such as HIV/AIDS.
The process of beginning therapy and finding a therapist can feel overwhelming and frightening. I understand and believe those who are starting this process are truly courageous and resourceful. In my experience, I have found having a safe, contained, and trusting environment to share all of one's thoughts, feelings, and experiences can be restorative and healing. Each experience is different and some clients desire short term treatment while others wish for a more long term therapeutic relationship to achieve their goals; I look forward to exploring options and co-creating a safe and productive space with those seeking therapy.
![Photo of Karen Klein Berman - Karen Klein Berman, LCSW, MEd, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/84a8d482-9d25-409c-8328-621a5af11b53/1/320x400.jpeg)
Karen Klein Berman, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10027 (Online Only)
I have expertise working with adults with a wide range of emotional and behavioral struggles including relational/developmental/complex trauma , depression, anxiety, grief/loss, addictions, stress, relationship struggles, identity, parenting and life transitions.
Welcome! I am a NY licensed, IFS Certified psychotherapist and consultant offering a safe, respectful and strengths perspective environment. I view therapy as a shared journey in which I bring my compassion, professional knowledge and understanding along to assist you in your own path of self discovery, growth and healing. My approach is non-pathologizing , self empowering, compassionate with a sensitivity to cultural difference. I am currently offering Tele-therapy sessions through zoom and/or phone. I look forward to being part of your journey!
I have expertise working with adults with a wide range of emotional and behavioral struggles including relational/developmental/complex trauma , depression, anxiety, grief/loss, addictions, stress, relationship struggles, identity, parenting and life transitions.
Welcome! I am a NY licensed, IFS Certified psychotherapist and consultant offering a safe, respectful and strengths perspective environment. I view therapy as a shared journey in which I bring my compassion, professional knowledge and understanding along to assist you in your own path of self discovery, growth and healing. My approach is non-pathologizing , self empowering, compassionate with a sensitivity to cultural difference. I am currently offering Tele-therapy sessions through zoom and/or phone. I look forward to being part of your journey!
![Photo of Eszter Domjan, LMHC, SEP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/39566442-f7fe-468d-95a4-9a055cdc100a/2/320x400.jpeg)
I would like to offer my help to anyone who struggles with the current global situation. Right now many of us are struggling with increased stress and anxiety, as well as heavy emotions that might be coming up from unprocessed experiences from the past. Understanding the ways our nervous system and body handle stress and trauma can be very helpful in finding our way through the storm.
I would like to offer my help to anyone who struggles with the current global situation. Right now many of us are struggling with increased stress and anxiety, as well as heavy emotions that might be coming up from unprocessed experiences from the past. Understanding the ways our nervous system and body handle stress and trauma can be very helpful in finding our way through the storm.
![Photo of Stacey Younge, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/43cdb10b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize in depression, anxiety, loss and grief, trauma/PTSD, and issues related to adolescents and young adulthood.
Life can be tough. We all face times when we are overwhelmed by major life changes or decisions, or experience sadness or depression for long periods of time that can make engaging in work and social activities difficult. Past traumas can also affect us in ways we don't expect, requiring a little help to process. My practice uses a strengths based approach to work through challenges together. I believe that we are all the experts of our own experiences, and I use this philosophy to help my clients achieve their goals.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, loss and grief, trauma/PTSD, and issues related to adolescents and young adulthood.
Life can be tough. We all face times when we are overwhelmed by major life changes or decisions, or experience sadness or depression for long periods of time that can make engaging in work and social activities difficult. Past traumas can also affect us in ways we don't expect, requiring a little help to process. My practice uses a strengths based approach to work through challenges together. I believe that we are all the experts of our own experiences, and I use this philosophy to help my clients achieve their goals.
![Photo of Ruth Forero - Private Practice, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3f06e658-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
from NYU and expertise in trauma.
The burdens of life may become too heavy for us to carry alone or the pain too great to sustain in silence. Painful relationships, negative self-judgments, and unresolved past experiences can impair our ability to bounce back from difficulties. I will strive to co-create with you a therapeutic relationship based on trust, hope and respect, and in which you are in charge at every step of the process. I will help you uncover your inner strengths and capacities for growth and healing. Together we will discover the nature and the source of the obstacles you face.
from NYU and expertise in trauma.
The burdens of life may become too heavy for us to carry alone or the pain too great to sustain in silence. Painful relationships, negative self-judgments, and unresolved past experiences can impair our ability to bounce back from difficulties. I will strive to co-create with you a therapeutic relationship based on trust, hope and respect, and in which you are in charge at every step of the process. I will help you uncover your inner strengths and capacities for growth and healing. Together we will discover the nature and the source of the obstacles you face.
![Photo of Susan MacNeil, PhD, NCC, BCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c113019-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
" My specialities include: Relationship Therapy (Couples),Trauma Therapy (Attachment Focused EMDR), Spirituality Counseling & Crisis, Artists' Issues, Meditation, Group Therapy, Stress Management, Loss and Bereavement, and Life Coaching (Board Certified Coach/BCC).
"PSYCHOLOGY WITH A SOUL" Are you seeking change, are you in crisis, does your life seem to be falling apart? I can help you ease the suffering that exists. I work through issues by understanding Relationship: with the self, your family, love relationships, friends and colleagues, and how to sustain them. Another major transitional life issue is finding your purpose and creating a vision of the future, which are the keynotes to happiness. I am informed by a number of techniques: Attachment Focused EMDR. positive, psychodynamic, relational and transpersonal psychology; however, "love in action" is the focal point of the work.
" My specialities include: Relationship Therapy (Couples),Trauma Therapy (Attachment Focused EMDR), Spirituality Counseling & Crisis, Artists' Issues, Meditation, Group Therapy, Stress Management, Loss and Bereavement, and Life Coaching (Board Certified Coach/BCC).
"PSYCHOLOGY WITH A SOUL" Are you seeking change, are you in crisis, does your life seem to be falling apart? I can help you ease the suffering that exists. I work through issues by understanding Relationship: with the self, your family, love relationships, friends and colleagues, and how to sustain them. Another major transitional life issue is finding your purpose and creating a vision of the future, which are the keynotes to happiness. I am informed by a number of techniques: Attachment Focused EMDR. positive, psychodynamic, relational and transpersonal psychology; however, "love in action" is the focal point of the work.
![Photo of Aaron Skinner-Spain, LCSW-R, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ccd1f29-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Aaron Skinner-Spain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10027 (Online Only)
Whether it be depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems or any other struggles, you don't have to do it alone.
I firmly believe that we as human beings grow in relationships as an empathic and attuned other bears witness to our struggles; my role is to provide a safe environment and a skilled ear in which you are able to become better acquainted with yourself: your thinking, behavior, and feelings so that you can ultimately live a more fulfilled life. For some this means a few months of work and for others a few years.
Whether it be depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems or any other struggles, you don't have to do it alone.
I firmly believe that we as human beings grow in relationships as an empathic and attuned other bears witness to our struggles; my role is to provide a safe environment and a skilled ear in which you are able to become better acquainted with yourself: your thinking, behavior, and feelings so that you can ultimately live a more fulfilled life. For some this means a few months of work and for others a few years.
![Photo of Maggie Wood, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4b780c0a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have specialized training in the treatment of older adults, trauma, and women's and LGBTQ+ issues.
I believe that meaningful transformation is possible through the therapeutic process, and I am committed to helping you address the issues and conflicts which undermine your ability to achieve happiness and satisfaction. I have several years experience working with adults in a variety of settings (VA and private hospitals, university clinics and psychoanalytic institutes). My orientation is primarily psychoanalytic/psychodynamic, although I employ other approaches, such as mindfulness, cognitive behavioral, and self psychology interventions, where appropriate. I also believe that understanding the role of culture, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation is a vital part of treatment.
I have specialized training in the treatment of older adults, trauma, and women's and LGBTQ+ issues.
I believe that meaningful transformation is possible through the therapeutic process, and I am committed to helping you address the issues and conflicts which undermine your ability to achieve happiness and satisfaction. I have several years experience working with adults in a variety of settings (VA and private hospitals, university clinics and psychoanalytic institutes). My orientation is primarily psychoanalytic/psychodynamic, although I employ other approaches, such as mindfulness, cognitive behavioral, and self psychology interventions, where appropriate. I also believe that understanding the role of culture, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation is a vital part of treatment.
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Need help building self esteem, improving or finding a relationship, discovering meaning in your work, putting down an addiction, healing childhood trauma? I am a passionately engaged psychoanalytic psychotherapist, training analyst, Imago couples therapist, award winning writer, international conference speaker, animal and nature lover, biker, hiker, swimmer. I am also curious, non-judgmental, interactive and open-hearted.
Psychotherapy can be a transformational, even life-saving experience. It leads to self-acceptance (understanding the meaning of entrenched patterns) and self-actualization (developing new ways of being). I believe that our work together will expand the possibililties for growth, healing and a richer life.
Need help building self esteem, improving or finding a relationship, discovering meaning in your work, putting down an addiction, healing childhood trauma? I am a passionately engaged psychoanalytic psychotherapist, training analyst, Imago couples therapist, award winning writer, international conference speaker, animal and nature lover, biker, hiker, swimmer. I am also curious, non-judgmental, interactive and open-hearted.
Psychotherapy can be a transformational, even life-saving experience. It leads to self-acceptance (understanding the meaning of entrenched patterns) and self-actualization (developing new ways of being). I believe that our work together will expand the possibililties for growth, healing and a richer life.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
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.