Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Crowley, TX

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Tessa Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Crowley, TX 76036  (Online Only)
Trauma is a disruptive force in people’s lives. Combined with the loss of social supports and routines that once sustained us, it can be hard to feel productive as life simply feels overwhelming. To cope, many of us are falling back on destructive habits such as abusing drugs and alcohol while others are experiencing panic attacks. Further, those of us with children are stretched thin, and it can be hard to meet their needs adequately while running on emotional fumes. Yet, even during this time of upheaval and uncertainty, you are not alone. There is a path forward, and by working together we can shine a light upon it.
Trauma is a disruptive force in people’s lives. Combined with the loss of social supports and routines that once sustained us, it can be hard to feel productive as life simply feels overwhelming. To cope, many of us are falling back on destructive habits such as abusing drugs and alcohol while others are experiencing panic attacks. Further, those of us with children are stretched thin, and it can be hard to meet their needs adequately while running on emotional fumes. Yet, even during this time of upheaval and uncertainty, you are not alone. There is a path forward, and by working together we can shine a light upon it.
(817) 697-2428 View (817) 697-2428
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A Strand of Hope Counseling LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
Crowley, TX 76036  (Online Only)
Are you wanting to be understood, validated, and work through hard times together? You or a loved one might be experiencing the cycle of addiction, trauma, grief, chronic pain, or feeling in a rut. You and your partner(s) may be dealing with intimacy issues, infertility, infidelity, or seeking premarital counseling. My therapy seeks to resolve conflicts, improve intimacy, communication, authenticity, and trust. Part of you might be feeling ready to reach out and part of you feeling nervous. Feeling nervous is normal and I offer free 15 minute consultations.
Are you wanting to be understood, validated, and work through hard times together? You or a loved one might be experiencing the cycle of addiction, trauma, grief, chronic pain, or feeling in a rut. You and your partner(s) may be dealing with intimacy issues, infertility, infidelity, or seeking premarital counseling. My therapy seeks to resolve conflicts, improve intimacy, communication, authenticity, and trust. Part of you might be feeling ready to reach out and part of you feeling nervous. Feeling nervous is normal and I offer free 15 minute consultations.
(817) 482-3109 View (817) 482-3109
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Julia Leonard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Crowley, TX 76036
We all experience difficulties that impact our everyday functioning. Whether this is from a past trauma or a recent event, I have experience helping with this. I can help you reach your goals and experience more peace in your daily living. I was voted best counselor in Crowley for 2023. I have been awarded "Mom Approved" twice by DFW child magazine.
We all experience difficulties that impact our everyday functioning. Whether this is from a past trauma or a recent event, I have experience helping with this. I can help you reach your goals and experience more peace in your daily living. I was voted best counselor in Crowley for 2023. I have been awarded "Mom Approved" twice by DFW child magazine.
(817) 330-6885 x701 View (817) 330-6885 x701
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Arlene Kauffman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CCTP, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Crowley, TX 76036
I specialize in relationships issues, personal and professional, anger management, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** In-person in Crowley, Texas and Telehealth in all of Texas and Nevada. It's time. Time to LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE. Whether it's finding the courage to work through your anxiety and worries, a heartbreak or loss, confidently face opposition or productively express anger, or try to make sense of an injurious past, you are not alone. We'll identify and address what's preventing you from reaching your full potential, participating in and living your best life.
I specialize in relationships issues, personal and professional, anger management, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** In-person in Crowley, Texas and Telehealth in all of Texas and Nevada. It's time. Time to LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE. Whether it's finding the courage to work through your anxiety and worries, a heartbreak or loss, confidently face opposition or productively express anger, or try to make sense of an injurious past, you are not alone. We'll identify and address what's preventing you from reaching your full potential, participating in and living your best life.
(725) 777-1283 View (725) 777-1283
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Kelli Justusson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crowley, TX 76036  (Online Only)
I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and their support systems to address trauma or other concerns. I believe it is important to meet children and teens where they are to help them gain the skills and confidence to become successful adults. Helping children understand their thoughts, feelings, actions and needs is the first step in that journey. I also believe it is important to help children and teens learn to advocate for themselves in order to grow and develop into the best version of themselves.
I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and their support systems to address trauma or other concerns. I believe it is important to meet children and teens where they are to help them gain the skills and confidence to become successful adults. Helping children understand their thoughts, feelings, actions and needs is the first step in that journey. I also believe it is important to help children and teens learn to advocate for themselves in order to grow and develop into the best version of themselves.
(817) 241-5492 View (817) 241-5492
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Ebony Skinner
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Crowley, TX 76036
I am EMDR trained with a specialty in trauma and trauma associated issues.
We all have a unique story that can influence the relationship we have with ourselves and others. You may have experienced situations that have left you feeling worried, stressed or overwhelmed. Those experiences may try to interfere with you mentally, emotionally and leave doubting yourself and your abilities. Sometimes, you may be trying to juggle it all and have difficulty managing stress, work and family life. If you can relate to any of these experiences, you are not alone. I believe that despite life's challenges, you have inner strengths and abilities that can help you to reconnect with yourself and create a path forward.
I am EMDR trained with a specialty in trauma and trauma associated issues.
We all have a unique story that can influence the relationship we have with ourselves and others. You may have experienced situations that have left you feeling worried, stressed or overwhelmed. Those experiences may try to interfere with you mentally, emotionally and leave doubting yourself and your abilities. Sometimes, you may be trying to juggle it all and have difficulty managing stress, work and family life. If you can relate to any of these experiences, you are not alone. I believe that despite life's challenges, you have inner strengths and abilities that can help you to reconnect with yourself and create a path forward.
(817) 396-7871 View (817) 396-7871
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RUD Counseling & Psychotherapy PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CART, DBT, CTP
Verified Verified
Crowley, TX 76036  (Online Only)
Life is a Journey - Often filled with peaks and valleys that require our full attention. If it feels like you are up to bat yet questioning your readiness let’s work together to identify obstacles and clarify your path. I offer guidance for individuals, couples and families experiencing anger, anxiety, chronic pain, depression, divorce, family conflicts, grief & loss, intimacy, mood disorders, stress, trauma, women's concerns and workplace health issues. It is my belief that “a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step” (Lao Tzu).
Life is a Journey - Often filled with peaks and valleys that require our full attention. If it feels like you are up to bat yet questioning your readiness let’s work together to identify obstacles and clarify your path. I offer guidance for individuals, couples and families experiencing anger, anxiety, chronic pain, depression, divorce, family conflicts, grief & loss, intimacy, mood disorders, stress, trauma, women's concerns and workplace health issues. It is my belief that “a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step” (Lao Tzu).
(817) 438-0145 View (817) 438-0145
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Mid Cities Counseling Center, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Crowley, TX 76036
It is never easy to reach out for help, but it is the first step to a journey towards peace and joyful living. I have a focus on starting where the client is and believe in working with my patients to maintain and improve their mental health and emotional well-being. We work together to create balance and peace during all stages of life. I have served clients throughout Central Texas for many years including combat trauma victims (PTSD) at the Department of Veterans Affairs and have established my current practice serving DFW and the Mid Cities.
It is never easy to reach out for help, but it is the first step to a journey towards peace and joyful living. I have a focus on starting where the client is and believe in working with my patients to maintain and improve their mental health and emotional well-being. We work together to create balance and peace during all stages of life. I have served clients throughout Central Texas for many years including combat trauma victims (PTSD) at the Department of Veterans Affairs and have established my current practice serving DFW and the Mid Cities.
(817) 888-8131 View (817) 888-8131
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Jill Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Crowley, TX 76036
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience providing mental health support to individuals of all ages. I am genuine and down-to-earth, offering a safe and accepting environment. I provide counseling support on issues such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, setting boundaries, relationship issues, abuse, and trauma.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience providing mental health support to individuals of all ages. I am genuine and down-to-earth, offering a safe and accepting environment. I provide counseling support on issues such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, setting boundaries, relationship issues, abuse, and trauma.
(469) 966-1565 View (469) 966-1565
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Susan Lee Schultz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Crowley, TX 76036
I work with clients struggling with trauma, parenting difficulties, relationship and family issues, divorce, anxiety and depression, loss, unresolved grief, among other issues.
It is my desire to create and maintain a therapeutic relationship that restores balance in the lives of children and adults. The focus of therapy is to assist you in gaining and or regaining control of life's circumstances that leave you feeling unable to cope with daily life.
I work with clients struggling with trauma, parenting difficulties, relationship and family issues, divorce, anxiety and depression, loss, unresolved grief, among other issues.
It is my desire to create and maintain a therapeutic relationship that restores balance in the lives of children and adults. The focus of therapy is to assist you in gaining and or regaining control of life's circumstances that leave you feeling unable to cope with daily life.
(817) 778-8361 View (817) 778-8361
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Susan Baldelomar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Crowley, TX 76036
I am here for you, as an experienced therapist who specializes in counseling individuals, couples, and adolescents. Using a holistic approach, I strive to create a caring and safe environment, where you can feel empowered to reach your personal goals. 1) I am highly trained in helping adults and adolescents let go of anxiety using CBT and mindfulness strategies. 2) Another specialty is guiding trauma and PTSD survivors in their personal journey towards healing and reclaiming their life. 3) My practice is also neurodiversity affirming, where ADHD and ADD adolescents and adults can find the tools they need to flourish in life.
I am here for you, as an experienced therapist who specializes in counseling individuals, couples, and adolescents. Using a holistic approach, I strive to create a caring and safe environment, where you can feel empowered to reach your personal goals. 1) I am highly trained in helping adults and adolescents let go of anxiety using CBT and mindfulness strategies. 2) Another specialty is guiding trauma and PTSD survivors in their personal journey towards healing and reclaiming their life. 3) My practice is also neurodiversity affirming, where ADHD and ADD adolescents and adults can find the tools they need to flourish in life.
(817) 522-1475 View (817) 522-1475
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Lonnie R. Neal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPHA, QMHP-CS, QIDP
Verified Verified
Crowley, TX 76036
I have extensive experience working with adults, families, and adolescents dealing with depression and mood disorders, with an emphasis on cognitive-behavioral therapy, as well as substance abuse and PTSD counseling.
Life is a journey and everyone goes through difficult times. I truly believe that it takes strength to recognize that we may need help to get through those times. I am an experienced psychotherapist providing therapy for over 6 years. I develop a partnership with my clients, together we map out the direction for their therapy. As I understand my client's needs, I will use the approach that fits their therapeutic goals. Scheduling your first counseling appointment is the beginning of positive change in your life. My goal is to provide clients with caring, compassionate, professional therapy. To assist you in living a positive life.
I have extensive experience working with adults, families, and adolescents dealing with depression and mood disorders, with an emphasis on cognitive-behavioral therapy, as well as substance abuse and PTSD counseling.
Life is a journey and everyone goes through difficult times. I truly believe that it takes strength to recognize that we may need help to get through those times. I am an experienced psychotherapist providing therapy for over 6 years. I develop a partnership with my clients, together we map out the direction for their therapy. As I understand my client's needs, I will use the approach that fits their therapeutic goals. Scheduling your first counseling appointment is the beginning of positive change in your life. My goal is to provide clients with caring, compassionate, professional therapy. To assist you in living a positive life.
(682) 204-4556 View (682) 204-4556
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Burleson Counseling, PLLC | Trauma Specialist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Crowley, TX 76036
I have supported individuals from various backgrounds in navigating through anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, domestic violence, grief, spiritual abuse, intergenerational trauma, financial fraud, codependency, life transitions, & self-esteem.
My name is Sherry Fancher and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who has a passion for helping adults and children who have been through traumatic experiences. Burleson Counseling was created to serve the local community, provide in-person and virtual counseling in a safe and authentic space, and raise awareness of mental health in Burleson and surrounding cities. People are incredibly resilient, and when provided with the right resources, can find healing even in the darkest moments. My goal is to create a therapeutic environment built on trust and integrity, where you can openly explore and process life’s challenges.
I have supported individuals from various backgrounds in navigating through anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, domestic violence, grief, spiritual abuse, intergenerational trauma, financial fraud, codependency, life transitions, & self-esteem.
My name is Sherry Fancher and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who has a passion for helping adults and children who have been through traumatic experiences. Burleson Counseling was created to serve the local community, provide in-person and virtual counseling in a safe and authentic space, and raise awareness of mental health in Burleson and surrounding cities. People are incredibly resilient, and when provided with the right resources, can find healing even in the darkest moments. My goal is to create a therapeutic environment built on trust and integrity, where you can openly explore and process life’s challenges.
(817) 592-9770 View (817) 592-9770
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Carolyn Evartt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Crowley, TX 76036
Hi- I am Carolyn and I can help inspire you to create a flourishing future! Life’s challenges come in all different packages and everyone’s cultural foot print is different. Therefore, through the counseling process we learn from the past and create an invigorating future. I enjoy working with both individuals and couples. I assist client’s with anxieties, addiction, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma related issues, and more. I also work with couples to build healthy and strong relationships.
Hi- I am Carolyn and I can help inspire you to create a flourishing future! Life’s challenges come in all different packages and everyone’s cultural foot print is different. Therefore, through the counseling process we learn from the past and create an invigorating future. I enjoy working with both individuals and couples. I assist client’s with anxieties, addiction, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma related issues, and more. I also work with couples to build healthy and strong relationships.
(682) 334-8890 View (682) 334-8890
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Bailey Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS , LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Crowley, TX 76036
I specialize in working with individuals with anxiety and depression symptoms. I am a trauma informed therapist who uses the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) approach. As a previous school guidance counselor, I have experience providing counseling to teens and their families. I have a peaked interest in psychoeducation; including but not limited to, coping skills, boundary setting, attachment styles, locus of control, self-esteem, cognitive distortions, core belief work and much more.
I specialize in working with individuals with anxiety and depression symptoms. I am a trauma informed therapist who uses the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) approach. As a previous school guidance counselor, I have experience providing counseling to teens and their families. I have a peaked interest in psychoeducation; including but not limited to, coping skills, boundary setting, attachment styles, locus of control, self-esteem, cognitive distortions, core belief work and much more.
(817) 663-4379 View (817) 663-4379
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Jodi Nicholson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crowley, TX 76036
With over 10 years of experience in the mental health field, my clinical experience includes working with individuals with mental health concerns, life and work stress, victims of domestic violence, trauma survivors, and maternal mental health.
“We repeat what we don’t repair.” - Christine Langley-Obaugh My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My primary approach is cognitive-behavioral, though I am eclectic in my techniques. I believe each individual's needs are unique and will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your specific needs and goals.
With over 10 years of experience in the mental health field, my clinical experience includes working with individuals with mental health concerns, life and work stress, victims of domestic violence, trauma survivors, and maternal mental health.
“We repeat what we don’t repair.” - Christine Langley-Obaugh My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My primary approach is cognitive-behavioral, though I am eclectic in my techniques. I believe each individual's needs are unique and will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your specific needs and goals.
(682) 463-1012 View (682) 463-1012
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Jerred Preston White
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Crowley, TX 76036
I strongly believe my life experiences and educational background allow me to be versatility equipped and empathetic towards the potential trauma endured by the individual and family.
Jerred P. White MA, LCDC, LPC. I earned my graduate degree from Amberton University with a major in Masters of Arts in Professional Counseling and Bachelors degree in Science of Business and Human Development. I attended the Institute of Chemical Dependency school and completed over 4000 hours of chemical dependency counseling in residential and outpatient treatment facilities in efforts to become a fully licensed LCDC. I have over 10 years of working with families, individuals adults and children.
I strongly believe my life experiences and educational background allow me to be versatility equipped and empathetic towards the potential trauma endured by the individual and family.
Jerred P. White MA, LCDC, LPC. I earned my graduate degree from Amberton University with a major in Masters of Arts in Professional Counseling and Bachelors degree in Science of Business and Human Development. I attended the Institute of Chemical Dependency school and completed over 4000 hours of chemical dependency counseling in residential and outpatient treatment facilities in efforts to become a fully licensed LCDC. I have over 10 years of working with families, individuals adults and children.
(469) 529-5786 View (469) 529-5786
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Stasia Dunlap | Supervised By Tiffany Alfred Lpc-S Lmft- S |
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Crowley, TX 76036  (Online Only)
Do racing thoughts and fears prevent you from showing up as much as you’d like? Are you tired of feeling the constant pressure to present yourself in a specific way? Maybe you are unsure if you can ever let go of the past and move forward from the people and events that hurt you. These feelings can seem like a normal part of life but don’t have to be. My role is to help you uncover and understand the obstacles and trauma that are getting in the way of achieving what you desire and provide the necessary tools to help you cope.
Do racing thoughts and fears prevent you from showing up as much as you’d like? Are you tired of feeling the constant pressure to present yourself in a specific way? Maybe you are unsure if you can ever let go of the past and move forward from the people and events that hurt you. These feelings can seem like a normal part of life but don’t have to be. My role is to help you uncover and understand the obstacles and trauma that are getting in the way of achieving what you desire and provide the necessary tools to help you cope.
(903) 765-1507 View (903) 765-1507
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April Daugherty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Crowley, TX 76036
EMDR for trauma, anxiety, performance anxiety (Sports, Performing Arts, School and Business) and test anxiety (general, exams such as MCAT, LSAT, GMAT, SAT, ACT, etc.
Accepting New Clients: Offering EMDR for veterans, first responders, students, adults and adolescents. Are you finding yourself stuck or weighed down? Are you finding yourself holding on to things that you need to let go of? Experiencing generalized anxiety, performance anxiety or test anxiety? Or are you a high achiever finding yourself in need of navigation? If so, let's start this journey together towards an easier and lighter tomorrow. I use an eclectic approach to meet individual needs but use EMDR as a foundation for a lot of the work we will do. Please use the free phone consultation to ask any questions about EMDR.
EMDR for trauma, anxiety, performance anxiety (Sports, Performing Arts, School and Business) and test anxiety (general, exams such as MCAT, LSAT, GMAT, SAT, ACT, etc.
Accepting New Clients: Offering EMDR for veterans, first responders, students, adults and adolescents. Are you finding yourself stuck or weighed down? Are you finding yourself holding on to things that you need to let go of? Experiencing generalized anxiety, performance anxiety or test anxiety? Or are you a high achiever finding yourself in need of navigation? If so, let's start this journey together towards an easier and lighter tomorrow. I use an eclectic approach to meet individual needs but use EMDR as a foundation for a lot of the work we will do. Please use the free phone consultation to ask any questions about EMDR.
(817) 646-5647 View (817) 646-5647
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Jaree Sheeler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Crowley, TX 76036
Areas I specialize in include working with clients that may be struggling with grief and loss, divorce, anxiety, depression, trauma, and familial/relationship issues among others.
Are you exhausted and looking for support or a new way of living? Therapy is a powerful and positive tool available to us, and allows people to have support in coping with change and the circumstances of life. Healing is the road map to both stability and motivation in achieving a renewed balance in life- what we are often looking for!
Areas I specialize in include working with clients that may be struggling with grief and loss, divorce, anxiety, depression, trauma, and familial/relationship issues among others.
Are you exhausted and looking for support or a new way of living? Therapy is a powerful and positive tool available to us, and allows people to have support in coping with change and the circumstances of life. Healing is the road map to both stability and motivation in achieving a renewed balance in life- what we are often looking for!
(817) 405-3276 View (817) 405-3276
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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.