The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can vary but often include:Flashbacks and distressing memories of the traumatic eventNightmares and sleep disturbancesIntense anxiety and irritabilityAvoidance of reminders of the traumaNegative changes in mood and thought patternsIncreased arousal, like difficulty concentrating or exaggerated startle response

The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can vary but often include: Flashbacks and distressing memories of the traumatic event, Nightmares and sleep disturbances, Intense anxiety and irritability, Avoidance of reminders of the trauma, Negative changes in mood and thought patterns, Increased arousal, like difficulty concentrating or exaggerated startle response

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Danielle Henderson She/Her

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage, +23 more

Domestic Abuse, Anger, Coping Skills, Stress, Sexual Abuse, +2 more

Every person deserves an individualized counseling experience.

Next opening: Thu Dec 26, 6 pm View all availability

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Aereil Moore She/Her

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage, +24 more

Domestic Abuse, Narcissism, Anger, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, +11 more

My goal is to assist you through your personal journey of healing, so that you can obtain a more balanced state of being.

Next opening: Fri Dec 27, 3 pm View all availability

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Aquita Burrus

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), +9 more

Domestic Abuse, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +8 more

As a person-centered therapist, I strive to provide a welcoming environment for all my clients based on unconditional positive regard, empathy, and au... As a person-centered therapist, I strive to provide a welcoming environment for all my clients based on unconditional positive regard, empathy, and authenticity. I will attentively listen to understand you and the difficulties you are experiencing, connecting the mind, body, and spirit. Read more

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Common approaches to Trauma/PTSD therapy

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What is your go-to approach for PTSD/trauma therapy?

When helping people in PTSD/trauma therapy I use CBT, person-centered therapy, and talk therapy. I find the best benefit in these approaches because they allow a client to be fully engaged in the process, explore their strengths, and heal confidently.

What tools do you teach in PTSD/trauma therapy?

I teach the following tool in PTSD/trauma therapy:

Emotional regulation (being able to identify, understand, and change one's emotions in healthy ways)
Self-care techniques (examples of healthy ways to reduce emotions causing distress)
Healthy coping skills (variety of positive activities to process one's mood and thinking approaches)
Redirecting cognitive distortions (focusing on the positives, recognizing negative behaviors, and accountability)

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in PTSD/trauma therapy?

Clients make meaningful progress in PTSD/trauma therapy when they understand their trauma, identify and process their emotions, and practice healthy skills to heal that improve their behaviors.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement PTSD/trauma therapy?

Clients can use their time in PTSD/trauma therapy by incorporating self-care techniques, using healthy coping skills, communicating with their support system, and balancing their daily life stressors.

What should someone do to prepare for starting PTSD/trauma therapy?

When preparing for their first PTSD/trauma therapy session, someone can let their support system know they will be in therapy, create a list of questions they may want to explore, take time to be present in sessions, and understand everyone is on their own journey and timeframe.

What is PTSD/trauma therapy?

At Thriveworks, Trauma/PTSD therapy involves dedicated efforts to address and navigate through past and/or recent traumatic events. Therapists specializing in trauma create a secure environment to process and heal from these experiences, aiming to reduce trauma-related symptoms and enhance overall quality of life.

How does PTSD/trauma therapy work?

Our Thriveworks providers use Trauma/PTSD therapy treatments like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR, CBT, and exposure therapy with the goal of helping clients process the traumatic events they have experienced so that they can to start feeling safe and secure again.

Symptoms of PTSD

The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can vary but often include:

Flashbacks and distressing memories of the traumatic event
Nightmares and sleep disturbances
Intense anxiety and irritability
Avoidance of reminders of the trauma
Negative changes in mood and thought patterns
Increased arousal, like difficulty concentrating or exaggerated startle response

How do you overcome PTSD triggers?

The best way to overcome PTSD triggers is to seek the assistance of a professional therapist, such as those at Thriveworks, who can help you to understand and treat your PTSD triggers.

What type of therapist is best for PTSD?

In most cases, a therapist who specializes in Trauma/PTSD therapy is the best type of mental health professional to address the symptoms of PTSD.

Is PTSD/trauma therapy conducted in person or online?

PTSD/trauma therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long should you go to therapy for PTSD?

If a client is working through a single traumatic event that occurred as an adult, trauma or PTSD therapy may only take a few months, but in general, it can take a year or more to effectively treat trauma symptoms and PTSD. The duration of treatment is highly dependent on the client and the severity of their symptoms.

How successful is therapy for PTSD?

The success rate of therapy for PTSD depends entirely on the individual’s symptoms, commitment to attending sessions, and personal abilities.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.

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Insurance options

Self-pay costs

Our Winston-Salem therapists and counselors accept 27 insurance plans

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage
Carelon
Caresource
Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance (CBHA)
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth EAP
Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage
Compsych
First Health Network

Self-pay costs at Winston-Salem

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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