Living in New York can be an exhilarating experience. However, it can also be challenging, especially for those who have faced trauma and are living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In a city that never sleeps, seeking help for PTSD might seem like an overwhelming task. Fortunately, online PTSD therapy has emerged as a lifeline … Read more
I was recently asked how I have the experience I do providing CPT, and my answer is always the same: it was expert consultation for over 11 years! I began as a new therapist in a PTSD clinic at the VA, and we ran both residential and outpatient programs where CPT was delivered regularly. Trauma … Read more
So much information online (and on this website) speaks to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, its symptoms, the toll it takes, the pain it causes, and the relationships it can ruin. PTSD is a disorder that worsens over time and is exhausting. However, PTSD is a treatable condition and I’d like to talk about some … Read more
Healing Through Screens: The Power of Online Trauma Therapy In today’s fast-paced, digitally connected world, the boundaries of therapy and healing have expanded beyond the confines of traditional face-to-face sessions. Online trauma therapy has opened up new avenues for individuals to seek help, share their stories, and embark on a journey of healing from the … Read more
Benzodiazepines, PTSD, and Anxiety Benzodiazepines are a class of medications commonly prescribed for the management of anxiety disorders. Sometimes, they will also be prescribed for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). They can provide temporary relief from symptoms. However, it is crucial to understand the potential negative impacts associated with long-term benzodiazepine use. Today, we explore the … Read more
The words “sexual assault” can feel very heavy, removed, and clinical. Boiled down, it is any unwanted sexual activity against a person without their consent. It includes a wide range of actions, including unwanted touching, kissing, penetration, and other forms of sexual contact. This is almost always accompanied by intimidation, coercion, or force. This is … Read more
Years ago, as a client and I were wrapping up a pretty intense therapy session, she asked, “How do you do this? How do you listen to some of the worst moments of people’s lives day after day? Don’t you get burnt out?” I talked with her about the importance of self-care, setting good boundaries, … Read more
For those of us working in the trauma world, specifically those of us who treat Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), there are a few Evidence-Based Practices that rise to the top as the gold standard of treatment. Unsurprisingly, these fall under the broader Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) umbrella. They include both Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and … Read more
My Career as a Therapist Working With Women The majority of my career has been dedicated to providing PTSD treatment to women. When in grad school, I worked for a women’s health research program. After grad school, I worked running a women’s residential PTSD program at the VA. And presently, while I do see all … Read more
I believe shame is the most powerful emotion we as humans experience. By “powerful” I mean that shame has a very strong hold over our behavior. As a therapist who specializes in working with Trauma-Focused Therapy services at Thrive Therapy, I have seen the impact shame has on the behaviors of victims of trauma firsthand. … Read more