Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) occurs when a person is exposed to a traumatic event that overwhelms their ability to cope and process the experience. PTSD is a complex condition that affects individuals in different ways. Some may experience intrusive memories of the event, while others may avoid any reminders of the trauma.
At TRU Wellness Center, post-traumatic stress disorder is just one of the conditions we treat at our Minnesota and Arizona locations. If you or a loved one experienced a traumatic event and are struggling with symptoms, our PTSD centers in Minnetonka, MN, and Gilbert, AZ, offer comprehensive outpatient treatment.
Call 888.680.7025 today to learn more about how our compassionate team can help. Don’t wait to start your journey towards true wellness
What Are Some Common Sources of PTSD?
PTSD results when a person experiences a traumatic event that overwhelms their ability to cope and process the experience. This can be a one-time event, like a natural disaster or car accident, or a persistent experience like abuse or neglect. Some common sources of post-traumatic stress disorder include the following:
- Military combat
- Sexual assault or abuse
- Physical assault or violence
- Natural disasters
- Witnessing a traumatic event
- Childhood trauma and neglect
Although anyone who has experienced significant trauma can develop PTSD, combat veterans and first responders are some of the most susceptible. In the last several years, PTSD has started to receive the attention it has needed. The number of active-duty military, veterans, and first responders who have either lost their lives from the effects of PTSD or have permanent disability from the mental illness is unacceptable. Slow progress from the VA in providing adequate care, up until now, has kept many military members from seeking treatment.
What Are the Symptoms of PTSD?
Symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder can vary in intensity and duration. Still, they generally fall into four categories: intrusive memories, avoidance behaviors, negative changes in mood and thinking, and changes in physical and emotional reactions.
These may include the following:
- Flashbacks or nightmares of the traumatic event
- Avoidance of situations that remind one of the trauma
- Difficulty concentrating or memory problems
- Negative thoughts about oneself or others
- Increased anxiety and unease
One of the primary symptoms of PTSD can be a re-experiencing of the traumatic event (through nightmares, flashbacks, and intrusive memories), which occurs either by a trigger or unexpectedly.
Avoiding any triggers to the memory can be an exhausting experience, which can lead to other unintended effects, such as:
- Social isolation
- Insomnia
- Substance use
- Aggressive behaviors
- Depression
Substance use is often employed as a coping mechanism for other symptoms, which leads to further problems of addiction and dependency.
PTSD Treatment Options
At TRU Wellness Center, we offer various evidence-based treatments for individuals struggling with PTSD. These may include EMDR, individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, and medication management. Our therapists specialize in trauma-informed care and work closely with clients to create personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals.
Some of the conditions we regularly treat through our outpatient and telehealth services include the following:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Childhood trauma
- Substance use disorder
- Seasonal affective disorder
- Panic attacks
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Additionally, our Minnetonka, MN, location offers ketamine therapy. Ketamine has been proven effective at addressing conditions resistant to other forms of treatment.
Contact TRU Wellness Center Today for PTSD Therapy
If you or a loved one are seeking PTSD treatment, TRU Wellness Center can help. Our PTSD centers in Arizona and Minnesota provide compassionate, comprehensive care to those in need of post-traumatic stress disorder treatment. We provided evidence-based therapies and medication management (including ketamine treatment services at our MN location) incorporated into a personalized treatment plan to address each client’s specific needs and goals.
Call 888.680.7025 today or reach out to TRU Wellness Center online to learn more about PTSD treatment options. Don’t wait to begin your journey toward wellness and improved well-being.