PTSD Treatment

Therapist talking with an adult client during PTSD counseling session

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

PTSD can develop at any age in survivors of trauma. Trauma includes physical and sexual assault, abuse, abandonment by a loved one, car accidents disasters, terror attacks and many other serious events. At its root, a traumatic event has caused a person’s brain to become fearful for their (or someone else’s) life and is responding to triggers in the environment to continue to keep you safe from perceived threats around you.

Symptoms of PTSD

  • Patients who suffer from PTSD often experience flashbacks of traumatic events, and they often find themselves reliving those instances.
  • When a person has been affected by trauma, the “warning system” part of the brain is turned on … and looking for danger!
  • PTSD and Trauma affect your emotions and thoughts. For some, if left unchecked, you may start to have random outbursts of anger.
Client talking with a therapist on a couch about symptoms of PTSD.

PTSD Frequently Asked Questions

Getting an accurate diagnosis can be one of the most impactful experiences that you can have. We can help you get there.

PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) develops when the brain gets stuck in a state of fear and hypervigilance after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Common signs include flashbacks, nightmares, avoiding reminders of the trauma, emotional numbness, sudden outbursts of anger, and feeling constantly on edge. If these experiences are affecting your daily life, reaching out to one of our therapists is a great first step toward understanding what you’re going through.

We work with survivors of many types of trauma including physical and sexual assault, abuse, childhood trauma, abandonment, car accidents, disasters, and more. Trauma affects people differently — what matters isn’t how the event compares to others, but how it has impacted you. All experiences are valid here.

PTSD is highly treatable. With the right support and evidence-based approach, many people experience significant relief and go on to live full, healthy lives. You don’t have to stay stuck in survival mode — healing is possible, and we’re here to help you get there.

Our therapists are trained in trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches for treating PTSD. Treatment is always personalized to your specific history, needs, and comfort level. We never rush the process — your safety and pace guide everything we do.

No — you will never be pushed to share more than you’re ready to. Effective trauma therapy is not about reliving every detail of what happened. It’s about helping your nervous system feel safe again and building the tools to move forward. Your therapist will always follow your lead.

Yes — trauma can affect people of all ages and we work with children, teens, and adults. Our therapists are trained to work with younger clients in age-appropriate, supportive ways that meet them where they are.

Yes — we accept insurance for therapy services including PTSD treatment. Coverage depends on your individual plan. Give us a call at (630) 423-6010 or email us at Contact@transformativegrowth.org and we’ll run a benefits check for you before your first appointment so you know exactly what you’re working with.

As a nonprofit, we’re committed to making sure cost is never a barrier to getting the help you need. We offer a sliding scale fee structure and will work with you to find an option that fits your situation. Reach out and we’ll talk through what’s available.

Yes — we offer telehealth in addition to in-person sessions. Telehealth can be especially helpful for people who find it difficult to leave home or who live far from one of our offices. Coverage for telehealth depends on your insurance plan — we’ll sort that out with you when you reach out.

If you are in immediate danger, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. For mental health crisis support, you can call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7. If you’re not in immediate crisis but need support soon, reach out to our team and we’ll do everything we can to get you seen as quickly as possible.

Give us a call at (630) 423-6010, email us at Contact@transformativegrowth.org, or click Make an Appointment on this page. Our team will answer your questions, run a benefits check if needed, and match you with a trauma-trained therapist — we’re here to make this first step feel as easy as possible.

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