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Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, and TMS Therapy for PTSD

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects approximately 7.8 million people in the United States at some point in their lives. It is a response to trauma and is more prevalent among individuals with existing mental health diagnoses. At Neuro Wellness Spa, our dedicated team of experienced psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, TMS technicians, and therapists is committed to developing a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to address your PTSD symptoms. Our goal is to support you in living a life free from the debilitating effects of PTSD.

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How We Can Help Treat Your PTSD

Our goal in working with you to treat PTSD is to reduce your emotional and physical symptoms, improve daily functioning, and effectively manage triggers. Our mental health experts work with you to determine the best resources to help. We provide:

Medications for PTSD

Certain antidepressants are commonly prescribed to treat PTSD and its associated symptoms of anxiety. These medications include Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs), Tricyclic antidepressants, Mood Stabilizers, and Atypical Antipsychotics. Additionally, some blood pressure medications, like Prazosin for nightmares, Clonidine for sleep issues, and Propranolol to mitigate the formation of traumatic memories, are used off-label for PTSD treatment.ย 

At Neuro Wellness Spa, our psychiatrists collaborate with you to assess whether psychiatric medication is suitable for your individual needs and symptoms. We tailor treatment plans to provide personalized care aimed at alleviating PTSD symptoms effectively.

Talk Therapy for PTSD

Our masterโ€™s level clinicians are skilled in a variety of therapeutic modalities to treat PTSD. We work with you to develop a treatment plan that is unique to you.

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help change the negative associations to PTSD triggers, which in turn can improve emotional regulation. Through CBT, you will learn how to address negative thinking patterns that PTSD can cause and develop coping skills to combat those negative thoughts through evidence finding, positive coping skills, and behavior modification.
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy involves reliving the traumatic event in a safe and controlled environment. Your therapist will work with you to ensure that you develop positive coping skills and protective factors before starting and will work at your pace to ensure your safety and comfort. Prolonged Exposure Therapy helps you face your fears and gradually become more comfortable with frightening or anxiety-inducing situations.
  • Psychodynamic therapy helps you examine your values and how your values were affected by your trauma.
  • Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) is a complex therapy that stimulates both hemispheres of your brain to assist you in reprocessing your traumatic memories. EMDR allows you to process your traumatic memories without talking through the trauma and instead helps you access the memories in a very specific way. Combined with eye movements and guided instructions, accessing those memories enables you to reprocess and begin healing from the traumatic memories.ย 

TMS Therapy for PTSD

Research shows that PTSD impacts three key brain networks: the default mode network, the executive control network, and the salience network. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) specifically targets the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, stimulating the production of neurotransmitters that may be deficient in PTSD. While TMS is not FDA-approved specifically for PTSD, it has demonstrated significant success off-label in alleviating the depressive and anxious symptoms associated with the disorder.ย 

At Neuro Wellness Spa, we can collaborate with you to assess whether TMS therapy is a suitable option for managing your PTSD symptoms effectively.

Residential & Outpatient Programs for PTSD

When medication and weekly therapy are not enough to effectively treat and manage your PTSD, a higher level of care might be the more appropriate course of treatment. We can work with you to determine if the residential or outpatient programs at our partner Clear Behavioral Health are a good fit. Clear Behavioral Health offers PTSD treatment in a structured environment designed to facilitate focused healing. Clear Behavioral Health is managed by the same experienced mental health clinicians as Neuro Wellness Spa. It provides residential as well as in-person and virtual outpatient programs (PHP and IOP) for PTSD.

What is PTSD?

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Symptoms can manifest anywhere from a month to several years after the trauma and significantly impact quality of life. Individuals with pre-existing mental health conditions or those lacking immediate support following the trauma are at higher risk of developing PTSD.

Symptoms of PTSD

PTSD symptoms can be grouped into four categories:

Intrusive memories

  • Recurrent and unwanted distressing memories of the traumatic event [1]
  • Flashbacks or reliving the traumatic event as if it were happening again [1]
  • Upsetting dreams or nightmares [1]

Avoidance

  • Trying to avoid thinking or talking about the trauma [1]
  • Avoiding people, places, or activities that remind you of the trauma [1]

Adverse changes in thinking and mood

  • Negative thoughts about yourself or others [1]
  • Hopelessness [1]
  • Memory issues [1]
  • Difficulty maintaining relationships [1]
  • Feeling detached from friends and family or isolating [1]
  • Lack of interest in activities you previously enjoyed [1]
  • Feeling emotionally numb [1]

Changes in physical and emotional reactions

  • Being easily startled or frightened [1]
  • Being on edge or on guard [1]
  • Self-destructive behaviors, including substance use and risky sexual encounters [1]
  • Trouble sleeping [1]
  • Trouble concentrating [1]
  • Irritability, anger, and outbursts [1]
  • Overwhelming guilt or shame [1]

Why Us?

At Neuro Wellness Spa, we understand the impact PTSD can have on your life. You deserve access to the best treatment programs and services to meet your needs. Our mental health experts have decades of combined experience providing people with PTSD. Our clients trust us to guide them through treatment, allowing them to heal from the effects of PTSD and other mental health disorders.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Will I continue to experience PTSD after treatment?

    PTSD triggers can surface years after the event. While your symptoms will decrease and stop interfering with your life, there is always a chance that a new trigger can occur. However, our team of psychiatrists and therapists will work with you to identify coping skills and warning signs for the future.

  • What to expect during TMS therapy for PTSD

    TMS is a neuro-modulatory technique,i.e., it changes how the neurons fire and function rather than just allowing them to be bathed in more chemicals. Each session lasts about 20 minutes. Patients drive themselves to and from TMS without interruption in daily activities. During treatment, patients may talk, read, or watch TV. Most patients experience clinical improvement by the tenth session (two weeks)- not complete remission but improvements in sleep, energy, motivation, or lessened irritability and tearfulness.

  • Will therapy help my PTSD?

    Talk therapy is the most effective treatment modality for treating PTSD. With a combination of CBT, Exposure therapy, and EMDR, you will learn to identify triggers, develop coping skills, and process your trauma in a safe and controlled environment. Our therapists are trauma-informed and understand the delicate nature of your diagnosis. They will work with you to develop a realistic and appropriate treatment plan to help you heal at your own pace.

References

  1. Mayo Clinic. (2022, December 13). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) – Symptoms and causes. Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/post-traumatic-stress-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20355967
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    I had an incredible experience with my TMS treatment. I felt appreciated and welcomed by the staff and my needs were met throughout the whole process. I was consistently checked on by the psychiatrist to assess progress. The technicians made me feel as comfortable as possible and I began to notice cognitive and behavioral differences after a short period of time.

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    Neuro Wellness Spa is an amazing facility filled with excellent doctors, wonderful technicians and therapists, and cutting edge therapies. The Psychiatrists there are grounded in science and donโ€™t just prescribe medications to help with mental health issues. They take the time to listen and tune into individual patient needs and prescribe a plan to fit those needs. I Highly recommend for anyone searching more holistic therapies.

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    Spent decades on mental health medications that werenโ€™t right for me. Took the genetic test, learned about what would work for me and got the RIGHT meds. Has made such a difference for me.

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    I was so low on energy and TMS changed everything. Now, I look forward to starting my days. My focus has improved. I appreciate things I couldn’t even notice before.

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    I underwent TMS maybe a year ago, and albeit I had only undergone it once, I had felt better about my day and definitely my nights, for it had benefited my sleep a lot. I found myself to be less anxious and less depressed as the process had carried on and found it to be an enjoyable experience overall.

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