Expert Trauma & PTSD Therapy Services

Things happen in the blink of an eye that change our lives, forever.

Whether it be a sexual assault, major car wreck, military trauma, or a sudden loss—traumatic events take a significant toll. Living with trauma often feels like being haunted by past events that intrude into the present. It's a constant state of hyper-vigilance, where everyday situations can trigger vivid memories and intense emotional reactions.

The body reacts as if the danger is still present, with symptoms like a racing heart, sweating, and a sense of impending doom. Sleep can be elusive, plagued by nightmares and restlessness. There's a pervasive sense of vulnerability and a struggle to trust others, leading to feelings of isolation. Even moments of peace are overshadowed by an underlying anxiety, as the mind and body remain on high alert, ready to react to any perceived threat.

We specialize in clinical treatments that helps you process what happened to you, and then to move forward so that it doesn’t control you like it used to.

A traumatic event may always be a part of your past, but it does not have to dictate your present or future.

We have advanced training in gold-standard treatments for trauma. Please see below for more details.

Treatments for Trauma & PTSD include:

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) offers a compassionate and empowering approach to healing from trauma. Instead of avoiding painful memories and emotions, ACT encourages individuals to accept these experiences as part of their journey, fostering a sense of psychological flexibility. Through mindfulness and acceptance strategies, ACT helps individuals detach from the overwhelming grip of traumatic memories, allowing them to focus on the present moment. By clarifying personal values and committing to actions aligned with these values, ACT guides individuals in building a meaningful and fulfilling life beyond trauma. This therapy provides a supportive framework for embracing the full range of human experiences, promoting resilience and recovery.

  • Cognitive Processing Therapy

    • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals heal from trauma. CPT focuses on identifying and challenging distorted thoughts and beliefs that arise from traumatic experiences. Through structured sessions, individuals learn to reframe negative thoughts and understand the impact of trauma on their thinking patterns. By processing these thoughts and developing healthier cognitive patterns, CPT reduces the emotional distress associated with trauma. This therapy empowers individuals to gain a clearer perspective on their experiences, fostering resilience and facilitating recovery. CPT provides a pathway to reclaiming control over one’s life and moving forward with greater confidence and peace.

  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy

    • Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy is a highly effective treatment for trauma that helps individuals confront and process their traumatic memories in a safe and structured manner. Through repeated, controlled exposure to trauma-related thoughts, feelings, and situations, PE reduces the intensity of the emotional response associated with these memories. This gradual exposure helps individuals break the cycle of avoidance, allowing them to integrate and make sense of their experiences. By facing their fears directly, individuals can diminish the power of traumatic memories and regain control over their lives. PE therapy fosters resilience and healing, empowering individuals to move forward with a renewed sense of strength and well-being.

  • Concurrent Treatment of PTSD and Substance Use Disorders Using Prolonged Exposure

    • Concurrent Treatment of PTSD and Substance Use Disorders Using Prolonged Exposure (COPE) is an innovative and integrative approach designed to address both trauma and substance use simultaneously. COPE therapy combines Prolonged Exposure (PE) techniques with interventions tailored for substance use disorders, providing a comprehensive framework for recovery. By gradually exposing individuals to trauma-related memories and cues in a controlled, therapeutic setting, COPE helps reduce the emotional distress associated with PTSD. Concurrently, it incorporates strategies to manage cravings and develop healthier coping mechanisms for substance use. This dual-focus approach empowers individuals to confront and process their trauma while breaking the cycle of substance dependence, leading to holistic healing and improved overall well-being.

  • Written Exposure Therapy (for PTSD and Trauma Related Disorders)

    • Written Exposure Therapy (WET) is a brief, evidence-based treatment for trauma that offers a structured yet flexible approach to healing. In WET, individuals engage in guided writing sessions where they recount their traumatic experiences in detail. This process helps to organize and make sense of traumatic memories, reducing their emotional impact. WET's concise format, typically consisting of just a few sessions, makes it a highly accessible and time-efficient option for those seeking relief from trauma-related distress. By facilitating the expression and processing of difficult emotions through writing, WET empowers individuals to gain control over their trauma narratives, fostering resilience and promoting recovery.

  • Exposure, Relaxation, and Rescripting Therapy (for Trauma-related Nightmares)

    • Exposure, Relaxation, and Rescripting Therapy (ERRT) is a specialized and effective treatment designed to alleviate trauma-related nightmares. ERRT combines elements of exposure therapy with relaxation techniques and cognitive rescripting to address and reduce the frequency and intensity of distressing dreams. During therapy, individuals are guided to confront and process the content of their nightmares in a safe environment, while also learning relaxation skills to manage anxiety and stress. The rescripting component involves altering the narrative of the nightmare to create a less threatening and more empowering ending. This comprehensive approach helps individuals reclaim their sleep, reduce nightmare-related distress, and improve overall emotional well-being, promoting a peaceful and restorative night's rest.