Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after an individual has experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. PTSD is characterized by intense, disturbing thoughts and feelings related to the experience that persist long after the traumatic event has ended. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event. Individuals with PTSD may also experience emotional numbness, avoidance of reminders of the trauma, and heightened reactions to ordinary stimuli.
Treatment typically involves therapy, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and may include medication to help manage symptoms. I do not prescribe medication but I will refer you to a provider that can evaluate you for medication to help with your symptoms.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for PTSD
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy technique used to treat Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related conditions. EMDR involves the patient recalling distressing memories while simultaneously focusing on an external stimulus, typically guided eye movements, tapping, or audio tones. This process is believed to help the brain reprocess the traumatic memories, reducing their emotional impact and helping individuals integrate these experiences more adaptively. EMDR therapy is structured in phases, including history-taking, preparation, assessment, desensitization, installation, body scan, closure, and re-evaluation, and is considered an effective treatment for reducing the symptoms of PTSD.