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PTSD & Trauma Care in North Carolina

Specialized trauma-informed care for PTSD, complex trauma, and adverse life experiences. Evidence-based treatment with compassionate support.

Understanding PTSD & Trauma

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Our trauma-informed approach provides safe, effective treatment for all types of trauma.

Re-experiencing Symptoms

Flashbacks, nightmares, intrusive thoughts, emotional distress

Avoidance Symptoms

Avoiding trauma reminders, places, people, or activities

Cognitive & Mood Changes

Negative thoughts, guilt, shame, emotional numbing

Hyperarousal Symptoms

Hypervigilance, exaggerated startle response, sleep problems

PTSD Brain Function

Types of Trauma We Treat

Specialized care for all forms of trauma and PTSD.

Combat PTSD

Military trauma from combat exposure, deployment stress

Common Symptoms:

Flashbacks, hypervigilance, survivor guilt, sleep disturbances

Treatment Approach:

EMDR, CPT, medication management, group therapy

Childhood Trauma

Abuse, neglect, or adverse childhood experiences

Common Symptoms:

Trust issues, emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties

Treatment Approach:

Trauma-focused CBT, EMDR, attachment therapy

Accident/Medical Trauma

Car accidents, medical procedures, life-threatening events

Common Symptoms:

Avoidance, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, physical symptoms

Treatment Approach:

Exposure therapy, EMDR, medication support

Complex PTSD

Prolonged, repeated trauma exposure

Common Symptoms:

Emotional dysregulation, negative self-concept, interpersonal problems

Treatment Approach:

Phase-oriented treatment, DBT skills, stabilization

Evidence-Based Trauma Treatment

Proven therapies for trauma recovery and PTSD treatment.

EMDR Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing

  • Bilateral stimulation processing
  • Trauma memory reprocessing
  • Reduces emotional charge of memories
  • 80-90% effectiveness rate
  • 6-12 sessions typically needed

Cognitive Processing Therapy

Evidence-based trauma-focused therapy

  • Challenges trauma-related thoughts
  • Develops balanced thinking patterns
  • Addresses stuck points
  • Homework assignments
  • 12-session structured protocol

Medication Management

FDA-approved medications for PTSD

  • SSRIs (Zoloft, Paxil)
  • SNRIs (Effexor)
  • Prazosin for nightmares
  • Anxiety medications as needed
  • Regular monitoring and adjustment

FDA-Approved PTSD Medications

Proven medications for PTSD symptom management.

Zoloft (Sertraline)

SSRI

First-line PTSD treatment

25-200mg daily

60-70% response rate

Paxil (Paroxetine)

SSRI

FDA-approved for PTSD

10-60mg daily

55-65% response rate

Effexor (Venlafaxine)

SNRI

PTSD with depression

37.5-300mg daily

60-70% response rate

Prazosin

Alpha-blocker

PTSD nightmares

1-15mg at bedtime

70-80% nightmare reduction

Trauma Treatment Phases

Our structured approach to trauma recovery.

1

Stabilization

Safety, symptom management, coping skills development, and building therapeutic alliance.

2

Processing

Trauma memory processing through EMDR, CPT, or other evidence-based therapies.

3

Integration

Rebuilding life, relationships, and meaning while maintaining recovery gains.

PTSD Treatment Success Rates

Evidence-based treatment delivers proven results for trauma recovery.

80%

EMDR therapy success rate for trauma processing

75%

Patients achieve significant symptom reduction

90%

Patient satisfaction with trauma-informed care

Crisis Support & Resources

Immediate Crisis Signs

  • • Thoughts of suicide or self-harm
  • • Severe flashbacks or dissociation
  • • Inability to function or care for self
  • • Substance abuse to cope with trauma
  • • Risk of harm to others

Crisis Help: Call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)

Trauma Support Resources

  • • National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
  • • Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255
  • • Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
  • • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
  • • RAINN Online Chat: rainn.org

Our Crisis Line: (336) 828-2599

Begin Your Healing Journey Today

Trauma doesn't have to define your life. Our specialized team is here to support your recovery with compassionate, evidence-based care.