Therapy Services
My area of specialization as a therapist is treating those with PTSD, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
PTSD is a disorder that can develop after a trauma. Trauma, like child abuse, sexual assault, serious accidents, exposure to trauma during your job (military, first responders) are distressing events that lead to strong physical or emotional reactions.
PTSD Treatment Options
COGNITIVE PROCESSING THERAPY (CPT)
CPT is a one-on-one PTSD treatment. A course of CPT lasts 12 weeks, 60 minutes each session. This is a therapy that has been widely researched and is considered a front-line treatment for PTSD due to its effectiveness. During a course of CPT, you will examine the impact your trauma history has had on your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. You will learn to evaluate places in your thinking where you've gotten stuck, and in turn, be able to shift how you feel and behave. CPT can be particularly helpful if you struggle a lot with self-blame, shame, and guilt.
PROLONGED EXPOSURE THERAPY (PE)
PE is a one-on-one treatment for PTSD. A course of PE lasts 10 weeks, 90 minutes each session. It has been widely researched and it is a front-line treatment for PTSD. During a course of PE, you will learn how to gradually approach traumatic memories as well as things in your life you may be avoiding. Approaching, instead of avoiding, will greatly reduce your PTSD-related symptoms and improve your day-to-day living. PE may be a good fit if you spend a lot of time avoiding people, places, things, or dealing with painful memories. It's also helpful if you spend a lot of time being on high-alert, hyper-vigilant, or feeling fearful in situations where you once felt comfortable.
COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY FOR DEPRESSION (CBT-D):
Do you know that a history of trauma leads more often to depression than PTSD? It’s true. If depression is primarily how you’re presently affected by trauma, CBT-D can be helpful. CBT-D is a one-on-one treatment for depression. We will meet for anywhere between 5-20 sessions. During a course of CBT-D, you will examine thought patterns. Doing so will help you to identify and correct problematic thoughts and develop positive feelings and behaviors.
BEGIN PTSD TREATMENT IN OHIO OR KENTUCKY
Thrive specializes in supporting individuals navigating the aftermath of trauma, PTSD, and grief & loss. We understand that healing is a deeply personal journey, and we're here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
Our licensed therapists serve clients in Ohio and Kentucky, offering both in-person sessions in Cincinnati, OH, and online therapy from wherever you feel most comfortable—whether that's your home, office, or dorm room.
While we work together to reduce symptoms and their impact on your daily life, our deeper mission is to partner with you in discovering post-traumatic growth. We believe that hope and healing are not just possible—they're within your reach.