After something frightening or overwhelming, it's normal to feel shaken for a while. With PTSD, those reactions don't fade. Nightmares, flashbacks, feeling on guard all the time, or avoiding anything that brings back the memory can keep you stuck long after the event is over.
Our board-certified psychiatric providers offer trauma-informed care across Washington State. You won't be pushed to share more than you're ready to, and you set the pace.
Common signs of PTSD
- Nightmares or unwanted memories that feel like reliving it
- Feeling jumpy, on edge, or easily startled
- Avoiding people, places, or conversations that remind you of what happened
- Trouble sleeping or concentrating
- Feeling numb, detached, or unable to trust others
What care looks like
We start with understanding how symptoms are affecting your life now. You don't need to go through every detail of what happened to get help. We also look at related concerns like depression, anxiety, sleep problems, and substance use, which often travel with trauma.
Treatment options
Medication can reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and ease nightmares, which often makes daily life and therapy more manageable. Trauma-focused therapy is one of the most effective treatments for PTSD, and we'll coordinate with your therapist or help you find one.
How care works with us
- Start with an evaluation. Your first visit is a full psychiatric evaluation, about an hour, by secure video or in person in Lakewood when available.
- Build a plan together. You'll hear what we think is going on, your options, and the reasoning behind any recommendation.
- Ongoing follow up. If medication is part of your plan, we monitor and adjust it through regular medication management visits.
- Work with your therapist. We don't provide therapy, but many of our patients see a therapist, and we're glad to coordinate with yours.
If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline) or call 911. We are an outpatient practice and can't provide emergency care.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to talk about my trauma at the first visit?
No. We focus on how you're doing now and what you need. You can share as much or as little as you're comfortable with.
Can medication help with nightmares?
Yes. There are medications that can reduce trauma-related nightmares and improve sleep. We'll talk through options at your visit.
Do you treat veterans and service members?
Yes. We see adults across Washington, including patients near JBLM, and accept many plans. See our accepted insurance.
Is telehealth an option?
Yes. Many people with PTSD prefer meeting from a space where they feel safe, and secure video visits work well.
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