Therapists in Pueblo, CO
A New Leaf Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pueblo, CO 81004
We have 1400 active clients and 40 therapists! We have a lot of experience working with helpers, like therapists, first responders, teachers, veterans, and medical professionals, especially if struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship problems.
We were voted Best Mental Health Provider and Best Place to Work in 2023's Best of Pueblo! We were also voted 1st Place in Therapy in Community Votes and we received the Gill Sanchez Award! We offer in-person or telehealth individual, family, and couples therapy for kids, teenagers, and adults. We provide varied approaches, such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, play therapy, equine therapy, and much more. The following groups are currently open: Teen girls wilderness, self-compassion, art-based therapy, miscarriage, and acudetox drop-in. If you are a graduate student looking for internship, please email your resume to apply.
We have 1400 active clients and 40 therapists! We have a lot of experience working with helpers, like therapists, first responders, teachers, veterans, and medical professionals, especially if struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship problems.
We were voted Best Mental Health Provider and Best Place to Work in 2023's Best of Pueblo! We were also voted 1st Place in Therapy in Community Votes and we received the Gill Sanchez Award! We offer in-person or telehealth individual, family, and couples therapy for kids, teenagers, and adults. We provide varied approaches, such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, play therapy, equine therapy, and much more. The following groups are currently open: Teen girls wilderness, self-compassion, art-based therapy, miscarriage, and acudetox drop-in. If you are a graduate student looking for internship, please email your resume to apply.
The Center For Cognitive Health
Psychologist, PsyD, ABN, LPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Pueblo, CO 81007
No matter what our clients are going through, whether depression, anxiety, or PTSD,.
We are a mental health facility dedicated to providing holistic family and individual care. Our goal is to work as a mental health care team, collaborating with our various specialties to provide the best care for our clients. Here, our therapists know that mental health is not just about surviving life: it’s about thriving. Our mission is to help our clients accomplish these goals in a compassionate, and efficient way.
No matter what our clients are going through, whether depression, anxiety, or PTSD,.
We are a mental health facility dedicated to providing holistic family and individual care. Our goal is to work as a mental health care team, collaborating with our various specialties to provide the best care for our clients. Here, our therapists know that mental health is not just about surviving life: it’s about thriving. Our mission is to help our clients accomplish these goals in a compassionate, and efficient way.
Dr. Daniel J. Crampton (Status: Code 4, Inc)
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pueblo, CO 81001
SC4i provides trauma healing counseling and mental wellness educational services to First Responders and their family members.
Status: Code 4, Inc. (SC4i) was created following the numerous reports of First Responder suicides across the United States and Canada. First Responders are civilian and military members who perform law enforcement, firefighter, EMS, dispatch and other emergency services. Dr. Crampton retired as a paramedic after 25 years in EMS, which gives SC4i a unique position to intimately understand the stressors associated with being a First Responder. The results of these stressors contribute to a vast number of issues. These issues include depression, anxiety, PTSD, Compassion Fatigue, divorce, domestic violence, and substance abuse.
SC4i provides trauma healing counseling and mental wellness educational services to First Responders and their family members.
Status: Code 4, Inc. (SC4i) was created following the numerous reports of First Responder suicides across the United States and Canada. First Responders are civilian and military members who perform law enforcement, firefighter, EMS, dispatch and other emergency services. Dr. Crampton retired as a paramedic after 25 years in EMS, which gives SC4i a unique position to intimately understand the stressors associated with being a First Responder. The results of these stressors contribute to a vast number of issues. These issues include depression, anxiety, PTSD, Compassion Fatigue, divorce, domestic violence, and substance abuse.
Online Therapists
Trent Claypool
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Monument, CO 80132
I specialize in working with survivors of trauma, eating disorders, and athletes of most ages. What helps people deeply heal are brain-based interventions that understand the nature of our nervous system and how people heal, whether that be from toxic stress, attention and concentration problems, mood, or anxiety. As such, I have dedicated my practice to learning these interventions and how to apply them. I take this same lens when working with athletes, whether that's to recover from an injury, treat a mental disorder, or learn to consistently perform optimally. I have experience treating ages as young as 6 through the lifespan.
I specialize in working with survivors of trauma, eating disorders, and athletes of most ages. What helps people deeply heal are brain-based interventions that understand the nature of our nervous system and how people heal, whether that be from toxic stress, attention and concentration problems, mood, or anxiety. As such, I have dedicated my practice to learning these interventions and how to apply them. I take this same lens when working with athletes, whether that's to recover from an injury, treat a mental disorder, or learn to consistently perform optimally. I have experience treating ages as young as 6 through the lifespan.
Hidden Peaks Psychology®
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Castle Rock, CO 80109
Hello! My name is Dr. Fabian Consbruck and I’m here to help those who suffer from most psychological disorders within the DSM-5. This is our psychological diagnostic manual. This includes schizophrenia to depression, bipolar to anxiety, OCD to PTSD. The first session will be dedicated identifying your values. These are the things most important to you, that motivate you. Then we work on GOAL setting and planning. Positive Behaviors are achieved by learning how to use positive Emotions and Thought patterns.
Hello! My name is Dr. Fabian Consbruck and I’m here to help those who suffer from most psychological disorders within the DSM-5. This is our psychological diagnostic manual. This includes schizophrenia to depression, bipolar to anxiety, OCD to PTSD. The first session will be dedicated identifying your values. These are the things most important to you, that motivate you. Then we work on GOAL setting and planning. Positive Behaviors are achieved by learning how to use positive Emotions and Thought patterns.
Higher Sights Counseling (Therapy - Med Management - E-M-D-R)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, LPC, MFT, LAC, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma, family and relationship issues, ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients NOW! Immediate openings! Book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma, family and relationship issues, ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients NOW! Immediate openings! Book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Drew Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
In my trauma work, I make space for processing difficult memories, and use neuroscience to help clients understand, navigate, and regulate their nervous system.
I am an enthusiastic, patient, and dedicated therapist. I work with clients from all backgrounds and cultures. I have many skills applicable to typical human challenges like anxiety, depression, and grief. My deeper work involves supporting clients struggling with trauma, identity, relationships, and neurodivergence. Are you struggling with self-esteem? Purpose? Painful memories? Maybe you don't feel like yourself. Maybe there's someone in your life who's treating you like crap and you're ready to make a change. Perhaps you feel like you keep making the same mistakes. I've been there. I see you.
In my trauma work, I make space for processing difficult memories, and use neuroscience to help clients understand, navigate, and regulate their nervous system.
I am an enthusiastic, patient, and dedicated therapist. I work with clients from all backgrounds and cultures. I have many skills applicable to typical human challenges like anxiety, depression, and grief. My deeper work involves supporting clients struggling with trauma, identity, relationships, and neurodivergence. Are you struggling with self-esteem? Purpose? Painful memories? Maybe you don't feel like yourself. Maybe there's someone in your life who's treating you like crap and you're ready to make a change. Perhaps you feel like you keep making the same mistakes. I've been there. I see you.
Dr. Jess Pearson-Allen
Psychologist, PhD, LP, BCBA, LBA-TX
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
I have extensive experience working with survivors of trauma and enjoy supporting people as they heal from past wounds that have kept them stuck.
Wherever you are in your journey, you don’t have to travel alone. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and post-doctoral neuropsychology fellow supervised by Dr. J. Blair Cano (Cano Consulting) and Dr. Emily Inman (The Center for Cognitive Health). I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals who are neurodiverse. I provide neuropsychological assessment and psychotherapy services to people across the lifespan including EMDR, neurofeedback, child-centered play therapy, child-parent relationship training, activity therapy for adolescents, and attachment-based psychotherapy for adults.
I have extensive experience working with survivors of trauma and enjoy supporting people as they heal from past wounds that have kept them stuck.
Wherever you are in your journey, you don’t have to travel alone. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and post-doctoral neuropsychology fellow supervised by Dr. J. Blair Cano (Cano Consulting) and Dr. Emily Inman (The Center for Cognitive Health). I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals who are neurodiverse. I provide neuropsychological assessment and psychotherapy services to people across the lifespan including EMDR, neurofeedback, child-centered play therapy, child-parent relationship training, activity therapy for adolescents, and attachment-based psychotherapy for adults.
Kevin Uzri
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Monument, CO 80132
I believe in helping people put the pieces back together. I specialize in trauma issues, self esteem, depression, sex addiction and sexual trauma. Often trauma has a long lasting, but unknown effect on people. Resolving trauma leads to previously unknown levels of fulfillment. When a persons self-esteem is well functioning, their relationships often are also connected and intimate. Sexual addiction is treated in a stigma-free manner. I treat my clients with dignity throughout the process and facilitate a shame-free recovery.
I believe in helping people put the pieces back together. I specialize in trauma issues, self esteem, depression, sex addiction and sexual trauma. Often trauma has a long lasting, but unknown effect on people. Resolving trauma leads to previously unknown levels of fulfillment. When a persons self-esteem is well functioning, their relationships often are also connected and intimate. Sexual addiction is treated in a stigma-free manner. I treat my clients with dignity throughout the process and facilitate a shame-free recovery.
enCourage Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CATP, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Castle Rock, CO 80104
Trauma can make you feel as if it isn’t possible to thrive in relationships or daily living. Whether you have experienced a specific traumatic event or carry the weight of complex trauma from your past, you CAN find healing through powerful therapy. I offer a trauma-informed experience so that you can feel safe and comfortable from the first moments of our work together. I offer in-office and online EMDR and in-office Microcurrent Neurofeedback to support your healing in effective and caring ways. Therapy is a powerful way to connect with yourself and discover ways to find hope, peace and empowerment. You are not alone.
Trauma can make you feel as if it isn’t possible to thrive in relationships or daily living. Whether you have experienced a specific traumatic event or carry the weight of complex trauma from your past, you CAN find healing through powerful therapy. I offer a trauma-informed experience so that you can feel safe and comfortable from the first moments of our work together. I offer in-office and online EMDR and in-office Microcurrent Neurofeedback to support your healing in effective and caring ways. Therapy is a powerful way to connect with yourself and discover ways to find hope, peace and empowerment. You are not alone.
Tracey Rumsey
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80120
I have worked with individuals in every stage of life through just about every imaginable issue, including but not limited to: Relationship Dynamics, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Parenting, Co-parenting & more.
Many of the women and men I see want a compassionate ear and competent guidance relative to the challenges they are facing – and this is what I have provided to countless individuals of all ages (from teens to adults). I have lived long enough to know life simply does not go as planned, and we all have to navigate complications or heartaches we did not see coming. I work from a place of deep compassion to help you better understand the way forward through this current place that prompted you to find me. A quick FREE phone consultation can ensure we are a great fit.
I have worked with individuals in every stage of life through just about every imaginable issue, including but not limited to: Relationship Dynamics, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Parenting, Co-parenting & more.
Many of the women and men I see want a compassionate ear and competent guidance relative to the challenges they are facing – and this is what I have provided to countless individuals of all ages (from teens to adults). I have lived long enough to know life simply does not go as planned, and we all have to navigate complications or heartaches we did not see coming. I work from a place of deep compassion to help you better understand the way forward through this current place that prompted you to find me. A quick FREE phone consultation can ensure we are a great fit.
Christina Szarka
MSW, MSTL
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80112
My practice specializes in providing real world solutions to a variety of emotional and behavioral issues including: High conflict relationships, Trauma experienced by adults and children, Reunification/ Reintegration, Anxiety; Depression; Parent coaching; Divorce conflicts, Parent Coordinator and Decision Maker, Life changes and transitions; Low self-esteem; Eating disorders, ADD / ADHD, OCD and PTSD.
Are you experiencing relationship/family problems? Are you tired of experiencing the same pain over and over? Using an integrated solution focused approach, individuals and families will gain resources for healing and growth. Working together we can uncover your true purpose while addressing current stressors, past trauma, and future goals. While we can't change difficult past situations, we can better understand and resolve challenges negatively affecting our current situation.
My practice specializes in providing real world solutions to a variety of emotional and behavioral issues including: High conflict relationships, Trauma experienced by adults and children, Reunification/ Reintegration, Anxiety; Depression; Parent coaching; Divorce conflicts, Parent Coordinator and Decision Maker, Life changes and transitions; Low self-esteem; Eating disorders, ADD / ADHD, OCD and PTSD.
Are you experiencing relationship/family problems? Are you tired of experiencing the same pain over and over? Using an integrated solution focused approach, individuals and families will gain resources for healing and growth. Working together we can uncover your true purpose while addressing current stressors, past trauma, and future goals. While we can't change difficult past situations, we can better understand and resolve challenges negatively affecting our current situation.
Megan Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
I specialize in attachment (how we connect with others, and patterns we have developed in how we cope when life is hard) and trauma ( I am a certified Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing or EMDR therapist).
Life leads to many instances where we feel overwhelmed, depleted, and in need of support. Maybe it is a life transition such as starting a new job, parenting, dealing with illness or the loss of a loved one, having an experience that left you scared or, perhaps something else. As people, we have the ability to heal, grow and transform our lives. Many times the path of healing feels stressful and is easier with the support of a counselor. Despite what our society often tells us; we do not have to bear this weight on our own and I am happy to help.
I specialize in attachment (how we connect with others, and patterns we have developed in how we cope when life is hard) and trauma ( I am a certified Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing or EMDR therapist).
Life leads to many instances where we feel overwhelmed, depleted, and in need of support. Maybe it is a life transition such as starting a new job, parenting, dealing with illness or the loss of a loved one, having an experience that left you scared or, perhaps something else. As people, we have the ability to heal, grow and transform our lives. Many times the path of healing feels stressful and is easier with the support of a counselor. Despite what our society often tells us; we do not have to bear this weight on our own and I am happy to help.
Jennifer Stanga
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSLSW, CSW, DBH(c)
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80015
I specialize in trauma-related disorders, psychophysiological disorders, anxiety and depressive disorders, non-medical medication management, substance abuse, eating disorders, personality disorders & schizophrenic disorders.
You don't need to suffer in silence. I am here to guide you through whatever life challenges come. Clients with a variety of disorders are welcomed in a judgment-free environment. I am here to support you and find your voice to reach your goals. I work with a variety of clients including service members and their families, domestic violence survivors, first responders, and other trauma survivors. I work within the LGBTQ+ community, communities of color, active-duty/veterans and their families, and other resilient groups.
I specialize in trauma-related disorders, psychophysiological disorders, anxiety and depressive disorders, non-medical medication management, substance abuse, eating disorders, personality disorders & schizophrenic disorders.
You don't need to suffer in silence. I am here to guide you through whatever life challenges come. Clients with a variety of disorders are welcomed in a judgment-free environment. I am here to support you and find your voice to reach your goals. I work with a variety of clients including service members and their families, domestic violence survivors, first responders, and other trauma survivors. I work within the LGBTQ+ community, communities of color, active-duty/veterans and their families, and other resilient groups.
Mindful Matters, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Parker, CO 80138
Specialties Include: Relationship Issues, Life Transitions, Stress Management, Grief & Loss, Anxiety, Depression, Emotional Trauma Processing, Self- Esteem, HSP, and Emotional Burn-out Recovery.
Welcome! Finding a therapist is a very personal process and an important step in achieving optimal well-being. I truly enjoy working with clients interested in gaining personal perspective and insight & healing from an integrated mind/body perspective. I work well with HSP's (Highly Sensitive People), individuals wanting to recover from emotional burn-out and those that are looking for an integrative approach to emotional healing. Mindful Matters offers individual adult (18+) counseling sessions, Brainspotting, Acudetox (Ear Acupuncture) & Neuroptimal Neurofeedback.
Specialties Include: Relationship Issues, Life Transitions, Stress Management, Grief & Loss, Anxiety, Depression, Emotional Trauma Processing, Self- Esteem, HSP, and Emotional Burn-out Recovery.
Welcome! Finding a therapist is a very personal process and an important step in achieving optimal well-being. I truly enjoy working with clients interested in gaining personal perspective and insight & healing from an integrated mind/body perspective. I work well with HSP's (Highly Sensitive People), individuals wanting to recover from emotional burn-out and those that are looking for an integrative approach to emotional healing. Mindful Matters offers individual adult (18+) counseling sessions, Brainspotting, Acudetox (Ear Acupuncture) & Neuroptimal Neurofeedback.
Healing Pathways Cnslng and Neurofeedback Svcs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
I specialize in trauma therapy.
I'm Jess Sterner MA.LPC.NCC Together, choosing the right techniques for you, you will gain a full understanding of who you really are and become aware of your full strength and potential. I'm working only with ADULT clients 21 years old plus. When you call, please leave a message with your source of referral and /or insurance company.
I specialize in trauma therapy.
I'm Jess Sterner MA.LPC.NCC Together, choosing the right techniques for you, you will gain a full understanding of who you really are and become aware of your full strength and potential. I'm working only with ADULT clients 21 years old plus. When you call, please leave a message with your source of referral and /or insurance company.
Rocky Mountain Neurofeedback, LLC
Counselor, MA, LPCC, CAC I
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (Online Only)
Hello, I am a therapist, specializing in trauma and neurofeedback. I provide therapy and/or neurofeedback for clients in Greenwood Village, CO and surrounding areas. I can help with many, many symptoms, some of which include: ADD/ADHD, Oppositional Defiance, Anxiety, Depression, Addiction Issues, Sleep Disorders/Issues, Concussion/Brain Injury, Memory Issues, Stress, Brain Fog, Hypervigilant Behaviors, Anger/Rage, PTSD, Rumination, Trauma/Developmental Trauma, and even improvement of peak performance. There is a great deal of research showing the efficacy of neurofeedback (visit my website at RMNeurofeedback.com to learn more).
Hello, I am a therapist, specializing in trauma and neurofeedback. I provide therapy and/or neurofeedback for clients in Greenwood Village, CO and surrounding areas. I can help with many, many symptoms, some of which include: ADD/ADHD, Oppositional Defiance, Anxiety, Depression, Addiction Issues, Sleep Disorders/Issues, Concussion/Brain Injury, Memory Issues, Stress, Brain Fog, Hypervigilant Behaviors, Anger/Rage, PTSD, Rumination, Trauma/Developmental Trauma, and even improvement of peak performance. There is a great deal of research showing the efficacy of neurofeedback (visit my website at RMNeurofeedback.com to learn more).
Leah Raulerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , ACS, BCN
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
Everyone wants to feel better, but I want to know: how does that look for you? My style is compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered, integrating concepts of somatic work, DBT, existential psychotherapy, parts work, EMDR, Neurostimulation and Neurofeedback. I specialize in working with adult survivors of childhood sexual assault, domestic violence, emotional abuse and neglect, grief and loss, and other traumas. My clients are living with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, and existential questions.
Everyone wants to feel better, but I want to know: how does that look for you? My style is compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered, integrating concepts of somatic work, DBT, existential psychotherapy, parts work, EMDR, Neurostimulation and Neurofeedback. I specialize in working with adult survivors of childhood sexual assault, domestic violence, emotional abuse and neglect, grief and loss, and other traumas. My clients are living with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, and existential questions.
Amber Roper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918 (Online Only)
CBT has exhibited remarkable effectiveness in addressing a wide spectrum of issues, encompassing anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, and various mental illnesses.
I strongly believe in the significance of mental health for overall well-being. The mind serves as the central operating system of one's life, and nurturing it is crucial for shaping a prosperous future. With a deep-rooted commitment to assisting individuals in achieving emotional, mental, and spiritual wholeness, I draw upon my personal experiences and academic background to offer empathetic, compassionate, and attentive care. My ultimate objective is to guide you towards discovering and embracing the very best version of yourself.
CBT has exhibited remarkable effectiveness in addressing a wide spectrum of issues, encompassing anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, and various mental illnesses.
I strongly believe in the significance of mental health for overall well-being. The mind serves as the central operating system of one's life, and nurturing it is crucial for shaping a prosperous future. With a deep-rooted commitment to assisting individuals in achieving emotional, mental, and spiritual wholeness, I draw upon my personal experiences and academic background to offer empathetic, compassionate, and attentive care. My ultimate objective is to guide you towards discovering and embracing the very best version of yourself.
Rachel Moses
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80224
I specialize in anxiety, depression, past sexual abuse, low self confidence, trauma, life transitions and grief and loss.
We are not meant to live life in isolation. We innately crave deep meaningful relationships. I believe in helping people build healthy, deep lasting relationships and friendships. However, sometimes life happens. Attachment wounds surface. Trauma occurs. Life Transitions are inevitable. Depression and anxiety take over. These things keep us from enjoying the people and things we love. I take a holistic, evidenced based approach looking at past and present issues, as well as your emotional, physical, spiritual and mental state. I enjoy helping individuals overcome deep shame, insecurities and fears that they are not good enough.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, past sexual abuse, low self confidence, trauma, life transitions and grief and loss.
We are not meant to live life in isolation. We innately crave deep meaningful relationships. I believe in helping people build healthy, deep lasting relationships and friendships. However, sometimes life happens. Attachment wounds surface. Trauma occurs. Life Transitions are inevitable. Depression and anxiety take over. These things keep us from enjoying the people and things we love. I take a holistic, evidenced based approach looking at past and present issues, as well as your emotional, physical, spiritual and mental state. I enjoy helping individuals overcome deep shame, insecurities and fears that they are not good enough.
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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.