Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) develops after exposure to a traumatic event or ongoing traumatic happenings such as an accident, natural disaster, sexual assault, war, abuse, or other severe stressors.
PTSD causes a person to relive the experience through flashbacks or nightmares, avoidance behavior, having negative thoughts regarding the trauma, and having a sense of heightened awareness, such as hypervigilant behaviors or exaggerated startle response.
Available Treatment Options
Therapists use multiple counseling interventions to treat PTSD, including Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Cognitive Processing Therapy involves reframing negative thoughts about the traumatic experience. Prolonged Exposure involves gradually exposing the person to thoughts about the trauma to gain control of their thoughts. EMDR involves cross stimulation while slowly focusing on details of the trauma, aiming to reduce the power of the negative thoughts.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
I am dedicated and patient-centered Board-Certified Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner with over ten years' experience in the field with a variety of clinical backgrounds.
I’m Lisa Marie Mascioli, a board-certified Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience in compassionate, holistic care. With a background from The Ohio State University, I treat conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, & ADHD, helping patients of all ages feel supported & empowered. At Ruth Wellness, I provide personalized care through medication man...
I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner dedicated to holistic care, helping children and adolescents build resilience to overcome anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
My goal is to be a collaborative partner in your mental health journey, working together to uncover what matters most to you and supporting you in becoming the best version of yourself. I see each client as the leader of their treatment plan, while I offer guidance and expertise to help them reach their unique goals.
My practice is rooted in a patient-centered philosophy, where I prioritize building trusting and collaborative relationships with those under my care. I recognize the unique qualities of each individual and work closely with them to develop tailored treatment strategies that align with their goals, values, and preferences.