Trauma (PTSD)

Trauma can have a profound effect on your life, from relationships to sleep to physical wellness. At Active Healing Psychiatric Services in Gilbert, Arizona, Michaela Beaver, DNP, provides compassionate, integrative care for people struggling with the effects of trauma and post-traumatic stress. Whether your trauma stems from childhood experiences, loss, or abuse, treatment can help you feel safer, grounded, and more in control of your well-being. Call today or click the online booking button so you can start feeling better.

What is trauma?

Trauma is your emotional response to a deeply distressing or overwhelming experience. It’s different for everyone. Some people experience trauma after a major event like an accident or assault, while others may develop symptoms from childhood neglect or toxic relationships.

You don’t have to prove your trauma or compare your experiences to someone else's to seek help. If a past experience continues to affect your emotions, relationships, or ability to feel safe and calm, it may be affecting your mental health more than you realize, and professional care can help you make sense of it all.

What are the signs of unresolved trauma?

Unresolved trauma can show up in many ways, and symptoms aren’t always obvious. Signs of unresolved trauma include:

• Anxiety
• Panic attacks
• Depression
• Irritability
• Difficulty concentrating
• Feeling on edge
• Emotionally disconnected

Physical symptoms are also common and may appear as headaches, muscle tension, or difficulty sleeping. Additionally, you may find yourself avoiding certain places, people, or situations because they remind you of painful experiences. 

Can trauma cause other mental health conditions?

Studies show a strong connection between trauma and the development of other mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). When trauma is untreated, symptoms may worsen over time and affect work, relationships, and physical health.

Dr. Beaver is an experienced psychiatric nurse practitioner who understands the effects trauma has on your physical and mental health and provides the support you need to manage symptoms and improve quality of life. 

How is trauma treated?

Trauma treatment is personalized based on your symptoms, experiences, and goals. At Active Healing Psychiatric Services, Dr. Beaver provides trauma-informed care that may include medication management, supportive therapy, and stress-management strategies that help you understand your emotions and minimize the distress. 

Dr. Beaver wants you to feel safe, supported, and more in control of how you feel.

When should I seek help for trauma?

You should seek help for trauma if you have any of the symptoms noted above that are interfering with your daily life.

You don’t need to wait until symptoms are severe to seek help. Early treatment may prevent your condition from worsening and give you the tools you need to heal and build emotional resilience.

Call Active Healing Psychiatric Services today or request an appointment online.