Trauma and PTSD Therapists in College Station, TX

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Jake Pierce-Walsh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
College Station, TX 77845
I provide confidential, professional therapy for a variety of issues and concerns. From resolving depression or anxiety to healing past trauma, improving relationships to ending addiction; therapy with me is about no longer managing or coping, but instead getting to the source of your issues and discovering what helps you heal. Whether this is your first time considering therapy or you're feeling ready to return, I help people from all walks of life find solutions and feel better.
I provide confidential, professional therapy for a variety of issues and concerns. From resolving depression or anxiety to healing past trauma, improving relationships to ending addiction; therapy with me is about no longer managing or coping, but instead getting to the source of your issues and discovering what helps you heal. Whether this is your first time considering therapy or you're feeling ready to return, I help people from all walks of life find solutions and feel better.
(218) 343-3406 View (218) 343-3406
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Marc Klekar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
College Station, TX 77845
I have experience working in a hospital setting, as well as with military veterans and clients experiencing trauma, intimacy, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, bipolar, family conflict, job dissatisfaction, drug abuse, suicidality and body image issues.
I have a passion for learning how the mind works and how it interacts with many other systems (family, work, body, spirit) to create the individual as a whole. This helps me identify the power emotions and thought have over one’s life. My approach follows the idea of achieving a stage where my client no longer qualifies for a diagnosis.
I have experience working in a hospital setting, as well as with military veterans and clients experiencing trauma, intimacy, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, bipolar, family conflict, job dissatisfaction, drug abuse, suicidality and body image issues.
I have a passion for learning how the mind works and how it interacts with many other systems (family, work, body, spirit) to create the individual as a whole. This helps me identify the power emotions and thought have over one’s life. My approach follows the idea of achieving a stage where my client no longer qualifies for a diagnosis.
(979) 213-6481 View (979) 213-6481
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Dr. Jennifer L. Rockett
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
College Station, TX 77840
Although I trained in a variety of psychological approaches, I have specialized training and experience in the treatment of anxiety and trauma, depression, and personality disorders.
Greetings! I am a licensed psychologist trained in both clinical and forensic psychology. I provide services in Bryan/College Station, Texas and in New Mexico. I received my doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Sam Houston State University in 2009 after completing a pre-doctoral internship at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. I completed a post-doctoral clinical fellowship at Scott & White Clinic in College Station. My goal in working with my psychotherapy and assessment clients is to provide opportunities for resiliency and emotional growth.
Although I trained in a variety of psychological approaches, I have specialized training and experience in the treatment of anxiety and trauma, depression, and personality disorders.
Greetings! I am a licensed psychologist trained in both clinical and forensic psychology. I provide services in Bryan/College Station, Texas and in New Mexico. I received my doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Sam Houston State University in 2009 after completing a pre-doctoral internship at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. I completed a post-doctoral clinical fellowship at Scott & White Clinic in College Station. My goal in working with my psychotherapy and assessment clients is to provide opportunities for resiliency and emotional growth.
(979) 256-2633 View (979) 256-2633
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Steve Beatty
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ICP, NCC
Verified Verified
College Station, TX 77845
Waitlist for new clients
**** NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME ***** ...................... .................. ........................ ...................... ...... Specializing in developmental disturbances, PTSD, and complex trauma including associated symptoms of stress, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, obsessions, compulsions, anger, fear, depersonalization, derealization, addictions, self-harm, relational behaviors, mood, personality, thought, and dissociative disorders, I am passionate about helping clients improve their mental health.
**** NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME ***** ...................... .................. ........................ ...................... ...... Specializing in developmental disturbances, PTSD, and complex trauma including associated symptoms of stress, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, obsessions, compulsions, anger, fear, depersonalization, derealization, addictions, self-harm, relational behaviors, mood, personality, thought, and dissociative disorders, I am passionate about helping clients improve their mental health.
(979) 464-5935 View (979) 464-5935
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Live Better IASIS Micro Current Neurofeedback
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, ICP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
College Station, TX 77840
It has shown to be effective with anxiety/depression, PTSD, insomnia, cravings/addiction, anger, headaches, brain fog, ADHD, Autism, OCD, & more.
Do you feel stuck? Stuck in the same patterns of thinking, the same unhealthy habits, the same feelings of worry, distraction, anxiety, and depression. Do you wish there was a natural, non-invasive solution that could help you regain control over your life? IASIS Micro Current Neurofeedback (MCN). MCN is a scientifically proven tool that allows your brain to create new patterns and responses to triggers and stressors. It's a transformative experience helping you reset your brain and regulate your nervous system. Works quickly so you feel better sooner. If you are ready to get unstuck than IASIS can help!
It has shown to be effective with anxiety/depression, PTSD, insomnia, cravings/addiction, anger, headaches, brain fog, ADHD, Autism, OCD, & more.
Do you feel stuck? Stuck in the same patterns of thinking, the same unhealthy habits, the same feelings of worry, distraction, anxiety, and depression. Do you wish there was a natural, non-invasive solution that could help you regain control over your life? IASIS Micro Current Neurofeedback (MCN). MCN is a scientifically proven tool that allows your brain to create new patterns and responses to triggers and stressors. It's a transformative experience helping you reset your brain and regulate your nervous system. Works quickly so you feel better sooner. If you are ready to get unstuck than IASIS can help!
(979) 271-5299 View (979) 271-5299
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Jamie Manning
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAGCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
College Station, TX 77840
Waitlist for new clients
Grief, trauma, adjustment issues related to life changes, and distressing thoughts and feelings are often obstacles in our journey towards self-fulfillment.
I specialize in working with adults ages 18 to 65+ in addressing the following: grief, trauma, emotion regulation, and adjustment issues related to life changes and stressors across the lifespan. I welcome adults of all changes for both individual and couple's therapy, I utilize primarily cognitive-behavioral, trauma focused, and existential approaches, but will work to align my therapeutic approach with your specific needs and values. Since the therapeutic relationship is the strongest predictor of success in therapy, I will provide a warm, supportive, and collaborative space for you to explore and grow.
Grief, trauma, adjustment issues related to life changes, and distressing thoughts and feelings are often obstacles in our journey towards self-fulfillment.
I specialize in working with adults ages 18 to 65+ in addressing the following: grief, trauma, emotion regulation, and adjustment issues related to life changes and stressors across the lifespan. I welcome adults of all changes for both individual and couple's therapy, I utilize primarily cognitive-behavioral, trauma focused, and existential approaches, but will work to align my therapeutic approach with your specific needs and values. Since the therapeutic relationship is the strongest predictor of success in therapy, I will provide a warm, supportive, and collaborative space for you to explore and grow.
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Mandy Emery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
College Station, TX 77845
I love working with trauma, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and life transitions.
Do you feel overloaded, numb, or like you're just getting by? Are there events in your life that impact you but you don't have the tools you want to handle them? I understand, and you are not alone. I believe in providing a safe space for my clients, allowing them to share their concerns while offering practical tools for positive life change. Rather than focusing on isolated issues, I prefer to examine the whole picture, diving into different aspects of my clients’ lives. By addressing what might be hurting or holding my clients back, I foster a supportive environment for healing and growth.
I love working with trauma, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and life transitions.
Do you feel overloaded, numb, or like you're just getting by? Are there events in your life that impact you but you don't have the tools you want to handle them? I understand, and you are not alone. I believe in providing a safe space for my clients, allowing them to share their concerns while offering practical tools for positive life change. Rather than focusing on isolated issues, I prefer to examine the whole picture, diving into different aspects of my clients’ lives. By addressing what might be hurting or holding my clients back, I foster a supportive environment for healing and growth.
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Resilient Mind Counseling and EMDR Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
College Station, TX 77845
Joy has experience working with anxiety, trauma, complex trauma, ADHD, depression, life transitions, and relationship issues. She enjoys working with women, men, and adolescents and their parents.
Joy has experience working with anxiety, trauma, complex trauma, ADHD, depression, life transitions, and relationship issues. She enjoys working with women, men, and adolescents and their parents.
(979) 493-5822 View (979) 493-5822
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Amy Elizabeth Sullivan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
College Station, TX 77845
After working at an inpatient unit for those who have gone through psychological trauma, I developed a passion for working with those with Complex PTSD stemming from a variety of traumas including childhood abuse, sex trafficking & abusive relationships.
You deserve to feel seen and heard. I want my office to be a safe space for you to process through whatever is going on in your life. I have extensive experience working with clients with trauma, anxiety, and body image concerns. I have also worked with many clients who are healing from abusive relationships. Being able to see my clients break out of the cycles they are stuck in and realize that they deserve better is one of the greatest gifts.
After working at an inpatient unit for those who have gone through psychological trauma, I developed a passion for working with those with Complex PTSD stemming from a variety of traumas including childhood abuse, sex trafficking & abusive relationships.
You deserve to feel seen and heard. I want my office to be a safe space for you to process through whatever is going on in your life. I have extensive experience working with clients with trauma, anxiety, and body image concerns. I have also worked with many clients who are healing from abusive relationships. Being able to see my clients break out of the cycles they are stuck in and realize that they deserve better is one of the greatest gifts.
(979) 202-0402 View (979) 202-0402
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Brazos Valley Mental Health & Wellness
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
College Station, TX 77845
We specialize in and are passionate about treating those affected by trauma or other trauma related disorders.
If you are looking for a holistic, integrative, and personal approach to your mental health and well-being, then you have found your place. Our therapists respect your individual journey and the challenges you may face or are facing. We strive to help you find your own place of healing by acknowledging, embracing, and allowing you to come to understand yourself as a unique and wonderfully made spiritual being. There is not a "one size fits all' answer or fix for the issues you may be experiencing, so we creatively integrate different modalities as needed.
We specialize in and are passionate about treating those affected by trauma or other trauma related disorders.
If you are looking for a holistic, integrative, and personal approach to your mental health and well-being, then you have found your place. Our therapists respect your individual journey and the challenges you may face or are facing. We strive to help you find your own place of healing by acknowledging, embracing, and allowing you to come to understand yourself as a unique and wonderfully made spiritual being. There is not a "one size fits all' answer or fix for the issues you may be experiencing, so we creatively integrate different modalities as needed.
(979) 258-6538 View (979) 258-6538
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AC Schooler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
College Station, TX 77840
02/15/23 Accepting new clients As a counselor and a retired cop, I have dealt with a wide range of tragedies that can drive a person to seek counseling. Life is messy, and my background will help me understand what you have been through. Trauma is an emotional injury, and like many physical injuries it can heal if you tend to it properly. Even if you haven’t suffered an extreme event, you may feel stuck and be unable to move forward. I retired from policing so that I could more directly help people put their lives back together. Having bad things happen shouldn’t keep you from being able to have a good life.
02/15/23 Accepting new clients As a counselor and a retired cop, I have dealt with a wide range of tragedies that can drive a person to seek counseling. Life is messy, and my background will help me understand what you have been through. Trauma is an emotional injury, and like many physical injuries it can heal if you tend to it properly. Even if you haven’t suffered an extreme event, you may feel stuck and be unable to move forward. I retired from policing so that I could more directly help people put their lives back together. Having bad things happen shouldn’t keep you from being able to have a good life.
(979) 200-6665 View (979) 200-6665
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Andrea Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
College Station, TX 77845
Hello! I've been working with children and families for over 10 years with a wide range of concerns including Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, Depression, ADHD, ODD, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions, Relationships, and Parenting. I have also helped many individuals that needed help coping with new or existing medical disabilities that caused major life changes.
Hello! I've been working with children and families for over 10 years with a wide range of concerns including Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, Depression, ADHD, ODD, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions, Relationships, and Parenting. I have also helped many individuals that needed help coping with new or existing medical disabilities that caused major life changes.
(979) 202-0518 View (979) 202-0518
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Melissa Silva
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
College Station, TX 77845
I believe in the power of collaboration and view counseling as a partnership, where we work together to explore your concerns, uncover underlying patterns, and develop practical strategies to foster meaningful change. I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating life transitions, experiencing relationship issues, managing stress and anxiety, coping with trauma, and seeking personal development. Whether you're facing challenges in your career, relationships, or overall well-being, I am here to support you in cultivating greater self-awareness, resilience, and fulfillment.
I believe in the power of collaboration and view counseling as a partnership, where we work together to explore your concerns, uncover underlying patterns, and develop practical strategies to foster meaningful change. I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating life transitions, experiencing relationship issues, managing stress and anxiety, coping with trauma, and seeking personal development. Whether you're facing challenges in your career, relationships, or overall well-being, I am here to support you in cultivating greater self-awareness, resilience, and fulfillment.
(979) 406-7758 View (979) 406-7758
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Dawn Ament
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
College Station, TX 77845
Waitlist for new clients
If you are ready to step into counseling to free yourself from your stress, anxiety, trauma, phobias, OCD, or life challenges, I would be honored to help you navigate your current story to feel better.
Do you struggle with anxiety, phobias, or obsessive thoughts that make you spiral or have panic attacks? Does past trauma, abuse, or neglect affect your relationships, your work, or your ability to function or move forward? Are you a first responder or veteran living with trauma or distressing events? Do you need to to create boundaries in your life? Understanding how our life experiences and the circumstances in which we grew up in or work in can manifest into negative beliefs that lead to anxiety, addiction, low self-esteem, and more is the first step in healing. I would love to help you find your freedom from these issues.
If you are ready to step into counseling to free yourself from your stress, anxiety, trauma, phobias, OCD, or life challenges, I would be honored to help you navigate your current story to feel better.
Do you struggle with anxiety, phobias, or obsessive thoughts that make you spiral or have panic attacks? Does past trauma, abuse, or neglect affect your relationships, your work, or your ability to function or move forward? Are you a first responder or veteran living with trauma or distressing events? Do you need to to create boundaries in your life? Understanding how our life experiences and the circumstances in which we grew up in or work in can manifest into negative beliefs that lead to anxiety, addiction, low self-esteem, and more is the first step in healing. I would love to help you find your freedom from these issues.
(979) 612-2937 View (979) 612-2937
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Jennifer Bartlett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSC
Verified Verified
College Station, TX 77840
Together, we can work on emotional regulation, social skills, self-esteem, familial challenges, trauma, healthy coping skills, and more to improve quality of life.
As a former educator and school counselor, I have seen an increase in anxiety and depression among youth. Kids and teens are struggling to navigate social pressures, family roles, school expectations, and the wild world of social media. My ideal clients are school aged children, adolescents, and individuals undergoing life transitions. I enjoy working with kids/teens and their families to help foster positive development.
Together, we can work on emotional regulation, social skills, self-esteem, familial challenges, trauma, healthy coping skills, and more to improve quality of life.
As a former educator and school counselor, I have seen an increase in anxiety and depression among youth. Kids and teens are struggling to navigate social pressures, family roles, school expectations, and the wild world of social media. My ideal clients are school aged children, adolescents, and individuals undergoing life transitions. I enjoy working with kids/teens and their families to help foster positive development.
(936) 253-6074 View (936) 253-6074
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Jenna Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
College Station, TX 77845
I can help you through past trauma with EMDR and allow you to move towards the place you want to be in life.
I have hope that everyone is capable of growth and change. I would like to help you in whatever challenges you are facing. Learning about myself and others has helped me grow. Life at best is always moving and changing, we must learn how to adapt and grow from the process.
I can help you through past trauma with EMDR and allow you to move towards the place you want to be in life.
I have hope that everyone is capable of growth and change. I would like to help you in whatever challenges you are facing. Learning about myself and others has helped me grow. Life at best is always moving and changing, we must learn how to adapt and grow from the process.
(318) 596-0367 View (318) 596-0367
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Donna M. Hilbig
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
College Station, TX 77840
I am actively involved in training mental health professionals in Somatic Experiencing® trauma resolution techniques internationally.
Stress is a natural result of facing life's challenges and necessary for growth. Finding balance allows us to manage stress. With 34 years of experience working with children, adults, couples and families, I can help you and those you love navigate the journey of growth and self-discovery, develop and prioritize strategies for achieving your goals and find balance. I start by performing a solution-focused interview to identify and build upon your unique strengths and resources. I have faith in the perseverance of the human spirit, given the right amount of time, support and the necessary tools.
I am actively involved in training mental health professionals in Somatic Experiencing® trauma resolution techniques internationally.
Stress is a natural result of facing life's challenges and necessary for growth. Finding balance allows us to manage stress. With 34 years of experience working with children, adults, couples and families, I can help you and those you love navigate the journey of growth and self-discovery, develop and prioritize strategies for achieving your goals and find balance. I start by performing a solution-focused interview to identify and build upon your unique strengths and resources. I have faith in the perseverance of the human spirit, given the right amount of time, support and the necessary tools.
(979) 475-8830 View (979) 475-8830
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Maysun Eln
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC-In
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
College Station, TX 77845  (Online Only)
We aren't often taught healthy ways to cope with life's challenges, and I can provide a safe space to work through trauma, relationships, anxiety, negative thinking patterns, and other obstacles.
Now accepting new clients! Teletherapy appointments only, Monday-Friday. Please email me with any questions! My approach to counseling involves working together in a supportive and non-judgemental environment to help you process your thoughts, meet your goals, and develop the skills you need to take control and be content with your life. I have worked with children, teens, and adults and use different approaches to figure out what is best for you.
We aren't often taught healthy ways to cope with life's challenges, and I can provide a safe space to work through trauma, relationships, anxiety, negative thinking patterns, and other obstacles.
Now accepting new clients! Teletherapy appointments only, Monday-Friday. Please email me with any questions! My approach to counseling involves working together in a supportive and non-judgemental environment to help you process your thoughts, meet your goals, and develop the skills you need to take control and be content with your life. I have worked with children, teens, and adults and use different approaches to figure out what is best for you.
(512) 543-4175 View (512) 543-4175
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Rise Counseling Services - Dana Martinez, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , CIMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
College Station, TX 77840
My client-centered, strengths-based, holistic approach is helpful for trauma, mental health issues, as well as grief and life transition stress.
Accepting new clients. My passion and absolute privilege is to help people of all walks and stages of life grow and heal. My goal is for each client to feel safe, heard, and understood from the first minute of their session until the last. I utilize a Christian worldview and look at the whole client to help each person find and pursue a healthy balance mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually within themselves and in relationships. My client-centered, strengths-based approach offers clients many opportunities to gain greater self-awareness, learn tools, and facilitate growth in all areas.
My client-centered, strengths-based, holistic approach is helpful for trauma, mental health issues, as well as grief and life transition stress.
Accepting new clients. My passion and absolute privilege is to help people of all walks and stages of life grow and heal. My goal is for each client to feel safe, heard, and understood from the first minute of their session until the last. I utilize a Christian worldview and look at the whole client to help each person find and pursue a healthy balance mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually within themselves and in relationships. My client-centered, strengths-based approach offers clients many opportunities to gain greater self-awareness, learn tools, and facilitate growth in all areas.
(979) 316-7049 View (979) 316-7049
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Kristina Walters
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
College Station, TX 77845
I specialize in treating complex childhood and adult trauma using evidenced based methods of EMDR, TF-CBT, CBT and play therapy.
As we go through life, we can experience difficulties and challenges. Reaching out to someone for help can be difficult so I commend you for doing so. As a therapist, I am here to listen and provide a safe space in which to share those concerns. Every person is unique so I take time to develop a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust while tailoring the therapy to each person. -Kristina Walters, MA, LPC
I specialize in treating complex childhood and adult trauma using evidenced based methods of EMDR, TF-CBT, CBT and play therapy.
As we go through life, we can experience difficulties and challenges. Reaching out to someone for help can be difficult so I commend you for doing so. As a therapist, I am here to listen and provide a safe space in which to share those concerns. Every person is unique so I take time to develop a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust while tailoring the therapy to each person. -Kristina Walters, MA, LPC
(979) 227-3121 View (979) 227-3121
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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.