Talk therapy is a common treatment for PTSD, but it's not always the right fit. If you’ve tried talk therapy before with limited success treating your PTSD, you’re not doing it wrong- talk therapy just doesn’t always cut it. If you're struggling with PTSD, you may find that talk therapy is difficult to process a traumatic event, time-consuming, and not effective for everyone.

PTSD can have a profound impact on your sex life, but it doesn't have to define it. By acknowledging your feelings, seeking professional support, communicating with your partner, creating a safe space, exploring sensuality, and practicing self-care, you can gradually overcome PTSD's grip on your sex life.

Have you ever wondered why you are so afraid to feel certain emotions? Or, why it feels like a caged animal is inside, controlling and screwing up your life? Trauma often disrupts self-trust and brings an overwhelming sense of powerlessness. When we feel overwhelmed and powerless, we become afraid. It might manifest as aggression, irritability, bad sleep or unexplained aches. Read on to learn the why and how, and what you can do about it.

Are you searching for how to help a man in your life deal with his PTSD, trauma, bad sleep and irritability? If you know and love a man who is suffering, you know that it feels awful to watch him suffer. You might feel unable to help him, or confused about the best path forward. This letter is for anyone who cares about a man who is suffering. Read on for specific ideas from a licensed trauma therapist who specializes in treating mens PTSD.

Have you been feeling extra irritable lately? Has your sleep been disrupted and poor? Are you noticing your relationships are not fulfilling, and you feel unmotivated? Maybe you are stuck “on” and can’t seem to relax? It’s time to assess your window of tolerance and take action to improve it.

Have you experienced trauma and you’re not sure what to do? Should you avoid triggers, or should you allow them in small doses in order to process? (Hint *its the second option!) There are so many suggestions on the internet, but what should you really do? Read on for ideas from a licensed trauma therapist. Please note: these tips are not medical advice. Please seek a qualified mental health provider for individualized therapy.