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Trauma occurs when an individual experiences or witnesses a deeply distressing event that overwhelms their ability to cope, leading to lasting emotional effects. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition triggered by trauma, with symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares, and hypervigilance, affecting about 6% of the population and significantly impairing daily life and relationships.
Types of Trauma and PTSDs:
- Acute trauma: A single, overwhelming event such as an accident, assault, or natural disaster.
- Chronic trauma: Repeated or prolonged exposure to traumatic events, such as ongoing abuse or living in a war zone.
- Complex trauma: Exposure to multiple or long-term traumatic events, often during childhood, like neglect or emotional abuse.
- Vicarious trauma: Trauma experienced indirectly, often by caregivers or professionals (e.g., first responders) who witness or hear about others' traumatic experiences.
- Developmental trauma: Trauma experienced during critical developmental periods, such as childhood, that affects emotional and psychological growth.
- Secondary trauma: The emotional distress experienced by someone close to someone who has been traumatized (e.g., a family member of a PTSD sufferer).
If Trauma and PTSD is affecting your ability to function or enjoy life, seeking professional treatment can help you regain control and find relief. Consult with our staff to learn whether our program is right for you.
List common symptoms, including:
- Flashbacks: Reliving traumatic events as if they are happening again.
- Nightmares: Disturbing dreams related to the traumatic event.
- Avoidance: Avoiding reminders or situations that trigger memories of the trauma.
- Emotional numbness: Difficulty feeling emotions or connecting with others.
- Hypervigilance: Being easily startled, feeling tense or "on edge."
- Irritability or anger: Increased frustration or difficulty controlling emotions.
- Difficulty sleeping: Trouble falling asleep or staying asleep due to anxiety or nightmares.
- Highlight when professional treatment is necessary
Our programs, known as Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization (PHP) Programs, offer an intermediate level of care best suited for those in need of greater support than standard weekly therapy but without requiring a hospital stay. We provide:
- Psychoeducation on anxiety disorders and how to develop healthy coping skills.
- Mindfulness-based techniques to help you learn to stay present and manage stress.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) training during our skill-building group sessions.
- Regular group therapy meetings for peer support.
- Medication management, when applicable.
- Best-in-class care: Our program is clinically validated by McLean Hospital, the number one psychiatric program in the U.S. We use evidence-based treatment models to make sure you have access to the best therapeutic programming.
- In-person and virtual offerings: We offer both in-person and virtual treatment for those in our care, giving you the flexibility to choose what's right for you and your schedule.
- Personalized support: Our care team can help you navigate life’s challenges with mental health in mind, and access the right resources. Each one of our clients is consulted about individual needs outside of chronic mental health challenges to ensure whole-person care.
- Goal-oriented and compassionate treatment: We work with you to set treatment goals and monitor your progress, but we recognize that "success" isn't one-size-fits-all. We’re here to define success together
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes Trauma and PTSD?
Trauma and PTSD are caused by experiencing or witnessing single or recurring life-threatening or deeply distressing events, such as abuse, accidents, natural disasters, or combat, which overwhelm a person's ability to cope and function.
How common is Trauma and PTSD?
Trauma is common, with about 70% of adults experiencing at least one traumatic event in their lifetime, and PTSD affects about 6% of the population at some point.
How can Overstory Health help me with my trauma and PTSD?
Through evidence-based individual therapy, facilitated group therapy, medication management, and a non-judgemental environment, Overstory’s programs treat trauma and PTSD.
How does an Intensive Half-Day Treatment Program help with trauma and PTSD?
A Intensive Half-Day Treatment Program can help treat trauma and PTSD by providing structured treatment with multiple weekly sessions, focusing on individual therapy, group support, and skills development. It offers a more intensive level of care than regular outpatient therapy but allows participants to live at home and continue with daily activities.
How does an Intensive Full-Day Treatment Program help with trauma and PTSD?
An Intensive Full-Day Treatment Program helps with trauma and PTSD by providing intensive therapy and support, including individual and group sessions, to address symptoms, improve coping skills, and promote stability. It offers a structured environment during the day while allowing individuals to return home in the evenings, promoting recovery without the need for 24/7 inpatient care.
What’s the difference between everyday setbacks and trauma or PTSD?
Experiencing setbacks, significant events, or even traumatic experiences do not necessarily mean you will develop PTSD. Stress reactions are normal when you have experienced something challenging, frightening, or life-altering. PTSD occurs when the stress develops into severe, long-lasting symptoms that are emotional, psychological, and physiological.
How long does Trauma and PTSD treatment take?
Healing from traumatic experience(s) is different for each individual. With intensive programming, people can start to experience relief in as little as 2-6 weeks. Duration in Overstory’s programming will depend on individual needs but is expected to last two to six weeks.