Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

You should consider a professional evaluation if you experience:

• Persistent flashbacks, nightmares, or intrusive memories
• Avoidance of reminders of the traumatic event
• Intense anxiety, irritability, or hypervigilance
• Difficulty sleeping or concentrating
• Emotional numbness or withdrawal from loved ones
• Symptoms that interfere with work, school, or daily life

Early treatment can reduce symptom severity and improve overall well-being.

PTSD affects emotional, physical, and cognitive functioning. Recognizing the symptoms can help you get timely support:

• Flashbacks or intrusive memories of the trauma
• Nightmares or trouble sleeping
• Heightened anxiety, irritability, or anger
• Emotional numbness or detachment from others
• Difficulty concentrating or remembering things
• Avoidance of places, people, or situations linked to the trauma
• Hypervigilance or exaggerated startle response

Treatment is personalized and may include:

• Psychotherapy – Evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and trauma-focused therapy
• Medication Management – Psychiatric medications to reduce anxiety, depression, or sleep disturbances
• Lifestyle & Wellness Support – Stress management, mindfulness practices, and sleep hygiene
• Telehealth Options – Secure online sessions for therapy and psychiatric care from the comfort of home

At Journey of Hope Healing Center, our experienced Mesa, AZ providers create a comprehensive, individualized planto help clients manage PTSD symptoms, build resilience, and restore daily functioning.