Post-traumatic stress can occur following the experience of a dangerous, frightening or life-threatening event. Situations such as military combat, rape and sexual abuse, violent crime, natural disasters, and accidents are traumatic for those who experience them, and sometimes also for their loved ones and those who witness these events.
Symptoms of post-traumatic stress can include recurrent, disturbing thoughts about the traumatic event, vivid flashbacks or nightmares, feeling ‘on edge’ or anxious, avoidance of situations related to the event, numbness, aggression or irritability, difficulty concentrating, and concerns about safety.
At The Clinic on Dupont, our clinicians who specialize in treating post-traumatic stress use cognitive-behavioural therapy to help those who experience traumatic events to understand how trauma can change thoughts and beliefs in maladaptive ways, and to develop the skills to challenge these thought patterns and manage distressing symptoms.
Are you looking for help with post-traumatic stress? Our Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) professionals are here for you. Call us at (416) 515-2649 to speak with one of our psychologists.
