Take the First Step on Your Journey to Healing
If you or someone you love is struggling with PTSD, it’s important to seek out professional help. PTSD is a mental health condition that’s triggered by a terrifying event — either experiencing it or witnessing it. If you or someone you love is experiencing any of these symptoms, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Our team of highly trained counselors and therapists at Alternative Therapy LLC in Hamden are here to help!
Symptoms of PTSD
It’s important to seek out professional help if you or someone you love is struggling with PTSD. Symptoms of PTSD may include:
Flashbacks
Nightmares
Severe anxiety
Avoidance of anything that reminds you of the trauma
Intrusive thoughts
Feelings of hopelessness
Loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed
Uncontrollable thoughts
Listen
Share your story in a safe, non-judgmental environment
Validate
Validate your experience and help you name your feelings
Teach Skills
Learn skills to help you cope with your symptoms
Heal
Heal the underlying wounds that may be causing your PTSD
How to Know It's Time for PTSD Treatment
Not sure if you or a loved one is ready for PTSD counseling? Are you experiencing any of the symptoms of PTSD? Is your job or school performance suffering? Do you find yourself using drugs or alcohol to cope with your symptoms? Are your relationships struggling because of your PTSD?
If you answered yes to any of these questions it may be time to seek help.