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PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

If past traumatic experiences are still affecting you through intrusive memories, anxiety, hypervigilance, or emotional pain, you do not have to face this alone. I provide personalized, trauma informed care that focuses on the whole person with both clinical expertise and compassion.

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What Is PTSD and Trauma Related Stress

PTSD is a mental health condition that may develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event such as violence, abuse, an accident, or any deeply distressing or life threatening situation.

While many people recover naturally, some individuals continue to experience thoughts, feelings, and reactions tied to the trauma long after the event.

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Common Symptoms of PTSD

People living with PTSD may experience a combination of the following symptoms:

• Flashbacks or vivid distressing memories of the traumatic event
• Nightmares or recurring upsetting dreams
• Intense emotional distress when reminded of the trauma
• Persistent fear, anxiety, or feeling constantly on edge
• Avoiding people, places, memories, or emotions connected to the trauma
• Negative shifts in beliefs or mood including guilt, shame, hopelessness, or emotional numbness
• Difficulty sleeping including trouble falling asleep or staying asleep
• Problems with concentration, memory, daily functioning, or relationships

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Every person’s experience is unique and PTSD can appear differently depending on history and life circumstances.

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How I Provide Help

When you reach out, we begin with a full evaluation that reviews your trauma history, current symptoms, overall mental health, lifestyle, and goals. Together, we create a plan that fits your needs. Your plan may include:

• Medication management when appropriate to support anxiety, depression, sleep issues, or mood instability
• Education and guidance on healthy routines, sleep habits, grounding techniques, and stress reduction
• Ongoing supportive care with regular follow up and adjustments as needed

My goal is not only symptom relief but also long term healing, stability, and emotional resilience.

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Why Work With Me

• I bring professional training as a PMHNP combined with a compassionate approach to trauma care
• I treat the whole person and consider your history, current challenges, and future goals
• I provide a safe, respectful, and judgment free environment
• I understand how trauma affects sleep, relationships, emotions, and daily functioning and address all of these in treatment

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What to Expect

1. A thorough first visit to understand your symptoms, history, and needs

2. A personalized plan that may include therapy, medication, or lifestyle changes

3. Regular follow up and support as you move through your healing journey

4. A confidential environment where you feel heard, supported, and understood

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Ready to Begin Healing

If trauma continues to affect your daily life, sleep, relationships, or emotional well being, you do not have to manage it alone.

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