PTSD

Revived Soul Medical P.C.

Psychiatric Clinic located in Midwood Brooklyn, NY; Fort Greene Brooklyn, NY & Brighton Beach Brooklyn, NY

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can occur after you experience trauma yourself or witness something shocking or terrifying. If you’re battling PTSD, the compassionate mental health practitioners at Revived Soul Medical P.C. offer comprehensive care in the practice’s three Brooklyn, New York-based, locations in Midwood and Brighton Beach. You can easily schedule your PTSD evaluation online or you can call your most convenient office to speak with a team member.

PTSD Q & A

What causes PTSD?

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a type of mental health condition that occurs when you experience or witness a traumatic event. PTSD can be triggered by or related to:

Working in a field that exposes you to traumatic events (common with military personnel)
Life changes, including divorce or death of a spouse or child
Going through or witnessing a car accident
Abuse, including childhood abuse
Depression or anxiety
Substance abuse
Sexual assault

Your risk of developing PTSD is higher if you have mental health disorders, including depression, that runs in your family.

When should I see a mental health provider for PTSD?

The expert mental health providers at Revived Soul Medical P.C. encourage you to come in at the first sign of PTSD. Common PTSD symptoms that warrant mental health intervention include:

Panic attacks
Overwhelming guilty feelings
Feeling “numb” and emotionless
Distancing yourself from loved ones
Recurrent memories, flashbacks, or nightmares
Self-destructive behavior, such as drinking too much
Avoiding situations, activities, or people that remind you of the tragic event

You may also notice changes in your behavior with PTSD. It’s common to become irritable and have aggressive behavior. If any of these symptoms sound familiar, the caring team at Revived Soul Medical P.C. can help.

Can I get treatment for PTSD?

Yes, and PTSD isn’t something you should struggle with on your own. Your dedicated practitioner at Revived Soul Medical P.C. sits and talks with you about your PTSD and the symptoms you’re experiencing. Depending on your specific diagnosis, your PTSD treatment plan may include:

Antidepressant or anti-anxiety medications
Psychotherapy sessions
Family or couples counseling
Cognitive restructuring
Exposure therapy

Throughout your PTSD treatment plan, you learn how to cope with your trauma and learn healthful lifestyle changes you can make. Revived Soul Medical P.C. providers personalize your entire PTSD management plan so you can undergo the comprehensive care you need to restore your quality of life.

With the help of the expert mental health team at Revived Soul Medical P.C., you can receive effective care for PTSD. Book your appointment online or over the phone today.

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