Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It may cause intrusive memories or nightmares, avoidance of reminders, negative changes in mood and thinking, and feeling constantly on guard. PTSD is treatable with trauma-focused therapy, medication, and supportive, trauma-informed care.
Care here is trauma-informed: you set the pace, you never have to share more than you are ready to, and your sense of safety comes first.
Common signs of PTSD
- Intrusive memories, flashbacks, or nightmares
- Avoiding people, places, conversations, or feelings that bring up reminders
- Feeling on guard, jumpy, or easily startled
- Trouble sleeping or concentrating
- Irritability, anger, or emotional numbness
- Persistent guilt, shame, or negative beliefs about yourself or the world
- Feeling detached from others
Experiencing some of these does not necessarily mean you have a diagnosis. A comprehensive evaluation can help clarify what is going on.
How we approach trauma care
We focus first on understanding how trauma is affecting you today — sleep, mood, relationships, and daily functioning — rather than requiring you to retell painful details. Many people with PTSD also experience depression, anxiety, or sleep problems, and we address those together.
Treatment may include evidence-based medications to help with symptoms such as anxiety, low mood, and sleep disturbance, along with supportive interventions and coping skills. Trauma-focused psychotherapy is a cornerstone of PTSD treatment, and we can help you explore those options and coordinate with your therapist.
Services that can help
- Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation to understand your symptoms and history
- Medication management with education and shared decision-making
- Supportive therapeutic interventions to build coping skills
- Telepsychiatry from a private, comfortable space
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to talk about my trauma in detail?
No. Trauma-informed care means you choose what and when to share. We can focus on your current symptoms and goals without requiring details you are not ready to discuss.
Can PTSD be treated with medication?
Certain medications can help reduce PTSD symptoms and related concerns like depression, anxiety, and sleep problems. Medication works best as part of a broader plan that often includes trauma-focused therapy.