Trauma
After surviving trauma, building connections and receiving informed care are critical for long-lasting healing. That’s why Thrive virtual IOP offers informed therapy in individual and group sessions. Fill out the short form below or call us to start healing.
How are Trauma-Related Conditions Diagnosed?
For Thrive’s virtual IOP: Mental health professionals diagnose conditions using a detailed interview and DSM-5 criteria. They utilize standardized tools to assess symptoms and the impact, forming a diagnosis and a specific treatment plan.
How does Thrive treat trauma?
For Thrive’s adult and professional audience: treatment is rooted in establishing meaningful connections and tailored care. Our Clinical Team adopts a compassionate, comprehensive approach, providing each client with a personalized virtual IOP treatment plan. This plan includes specialized individual therapy, facilitated peer groups, and optional family therapy, all aimed at fostering deep, long-term healing.
What are the challenges of treating trauma?
Individual variation
Can result from a wide range of experiences, such as physical abuse, sexual assault, combat, and natural disasters, and lead to a wide range of symptoms. Each survivor may require a different approach to treatment.
Co-occurring conditions
Many people also suffer from other mental health conditions, such as substance abuse, which can complicate treatment.
Reliving memories
Exposure therapy, a common treatment, involves gradually facing and processing memories. This process can be distressing and may lead to further issues if not carefully managed.
Avoidance behaviors
Survivors often engage in avoidance behaviors to cope with their distress. These behaviors can hinder their ability to confront and process during treatment.
Limited resources
Access to informed care can be limited in some regions, and not all individuals have the financial means or insurance coverage to access specialized therapy.
Long-term recovery
Recovery is often a long-term process, and maintaining progress can be challenging. People may face setbacks, and the need for ongoing support and treatment can persist for years.
Common questions about Trauma
What are the main signs of trauma?
- Re-experiencing through flashbacks and nightmares
- Feeling disconnected from oneself or outside of one’s body
- Avoiding triggers, including places or people
- Relationship issues, including social withdrawal or isolation
- Being on high alert and easily startled
- Mood swings, including anger outbursts
- Trouble focusing
- Unexplained aches and pain
- Sleep disturbances
What are the main types of trauma?
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What causes trauma?
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