Trauma and PTSD
Therapy for Trauma and PTSD: Find Healing and Resilience with Upper East Side Psychology
Could Trauma or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Be Affecting Your Life?
Have you experienced a distressing event that plagues you? Do intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, or nightmares leave you feeling trapped in the past? Perhaps you’ve noticed increased irritability, difficulty concentrating, or a constant state of hyper-vigilance that’s making it hard to be present and feel safe. Trauma can leave a lasting impact on your mental, emotional and physical well-being, but you don’t have to face it alone.
PTSD and other trauma-related conditions affect millions of people each year. Whether your trauma stems from a single event or repeated exposure to distressing experiences, there is hope for recovery. With the right therapeutic support, you can regain a sense of safety, rebuild trust, and live a fulfilling life.
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What Is Trauma? Understanding Its Effects
Trauma is the emotional and psychological response to deeply distressing or disturbing experiences. These events can overwhelm your ability to cope, leaving you feeling helpless, fearful, or disconnected. While everyone processes trauma differently, its effects can linger for weeks, months, or even years without proper support.
Trauma can result from a wide range of experiences, including:
Abuse
Threats of physical harm
Sexual assault
Accidents or injuries
Natural Disasters
Loss of a loved one
Witnessing violence or disasters
How Trauma and PTSD Can Impact Your Life
For some, the effects of trauma may develop into PTSD, which is a condition that manifests in both psychological and physiological forms. Recognizing the symptoms early can be crucial for seeking help and achieving recovery. Common signs include:
Anxiety
Depression
Flashbacks
Nightmares or night terrors
Emotional numbness
Trouble concentrating
Mood swings
Feeling detached from reality
Recurrent, involuntary, and intrusive distressing memories of the traumatic event(s)
Avoidance of reminders of the traumatic event(s)
Hypervigilance
Persistent, exaggerated negative beliefs about oneself, others, and the world
Persistent negative emotional states such as fear, guilt, horror, anger, and shame
Persistent inability to experience positive emotions, such as happiness
Trauma doesn’t just affect your mind; it can have a profound impact on your body and overall well-being. Without intervention, these symptoms can worsen, leading to isolation, difficulty maintaining relationships, and challenges at work or school. If you are experiencing reactions and symptoms related to a traumatic event that are impacting your life, it is important to seek help.
Are These Symptoms of Trauma or PTSD Familiar to You?
Do you feel stuck in a cycle of reliving a traumatic event through memories or dreams?
Have you started avoiding activities or people you once enjoyed?
Do you feel emotionally numb or disconnected from those around you?
Are you constantly on high alert or easily startled?
Do you experience guilt, shame, or self-blame related to a past event?
If these experiences resonate with you, therapy can help. Traumatic experiences can be inherently frightening, often leaving you feeling isolated and alone. Therapy can help you feel less alone by providing you a space to gain the support and tools you need to break free from your trauma and work toward healing.
How Therapy Can Help You Heal from Trauma and PTSD
At Upper East Side Psychology, we provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to help individuals process and heal from trauma. Our approach is tailored to your unique needs and may include modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT (TF-CBT) and mindfulness techniques.
Here’s how therapy can help:
Process Traumatic Memories: Safely explore and make sense of past events.
Reduce Intrusive Symptoms: Learn tools to manage flashbacks, nightmares, and anxiety.
Regain Emotional Balance: Reconnect with your feelings and rebuild trust in yourself and others.
Develop Healthy Coping Skills: Build resilience and strategies to handle stress more effectively.
Restore a Sense of Safety: Cultivate a feeling of security and confidence in your ability to navigate the world.
Our therapists provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can take the steps needed to reclaim your life from trauma’s grip.
Common Concerns About Trauma Therapy
We understand that seeking help for trauma can feel overwhelming. Here are answers to some common concerns:
Will Therapy Make Me Relive My Trauma? No, therapy is done at your pace. While e processing trauma may involve discussing difficult memories, our therapists will provide you with tools and skills throughout this process to help ensure each aspect of treatment feels safe and manageable.
Can Therapy Really Help Me? Research shows that trauma-focused therapies are highly effective in reducing PTSD symptoms and improving overall well-being (National Center for PTSD, 2023).
What If I Feel Too Vulnerable? Opening up about trauma can feel intimidating, but our therapists create a compassionate, judgment-free space where trust builds over time.
Why Choose Upper East Side Psychology for Trauma Therapy?
At Upper East Side Psychology, we are committed to helping you navigate the complexities of trauma with care and expertise. Here’s what sets us apart:
Specialized Care: Our therapists have extensive experience in trauma-focused therapies.
Tailored Treatment Plans: We customize therapy to address your specific symptoms, goals, and experiences.
Evidence-Based Approaches: Our methods are grounded in the latest research on trauma recovery.
Flexible Scheduling: Choose from in-person or virtual sessions to fit your lifestyle and comfort level.
A Safe, Supportive Environment: We provide a space where you feel understood and empowered to heal.
Your Journey Toward Healing Starts Here
Therapy is a partnership, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. Here’s what you can expect:
Free Consultation: Begin with a no-pressure conversation to discuss your concerns and explore how we can help.
Customized Treatment Plan: Together, we’ll design a therapy plan tailored to your needs and goals.
Skill Building and Support: Each session equips you with tools to manage symptoms and build resilience.
Check-In Availability: We’ll track your growth and adjust strategies as needed to maximize your success.
Take the First Step Toward Recovery
You don’t have to face trauma or PTSD alone. Therapy offers a path to understanding, healing, and rediscovering your inner strength. At Upper East Side Psychology, we’re here to guide you with compassion and expertise.
Please call us at (917) 773-8674 or schedule your free consultation today and the first step toward reclaiming your peace of mind and sense of self. Healing is possible, and we’re here to help you achieve it.
References
National Center for PTSD (2023). Understanding PTSD and Trauma. Retrieved from www.ptsd.va.gov
American Psychological Association (2023). Trauma and PTSD. Retrieved from www.apa.org
