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PTSD THERAPY

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

What is PTSD?

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after someone experiences or witnesses a terrifying, dangerous, or deeply distressing event. While it’s normal to feel shaken after trauma, PTSD occurs when those feelings don’t fade over time and begin to interfere with everyday life. 

At the Lighthouse Emotional Wellness we have experienced educated and compassioniate world reknown PTSD therapists.

What are the signs of PTSD?

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing or witnessing something traumatic.

It may show up as:

  • Intrusive memories or flashbacks
  • Nightmares
  • Avoiding reminders of the trauma
  • Feeling constantly on edge or easily startled
  • Irritability or anger
  • Numbness or emotional detachment
  • Trouble sleeping or concentrating

If any of this sounds familiar, your nervous system may still be stuck in “survival mode.” That’s not weakness…it’s your brain trying to protect you.

What are the types of Trauma-Focused Therapy?

Evidence-based therapies are very effective for PTSD:

PTSD is not a life sentence. Your brain can rewire. Your nervous system can learn safety again. Healing isn’t about “forgetting” what happened — it’s about not reliving it every day.

Contact us! We can help you with PTSD

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Visiting Lighthouse Emotional Wellness

The Complex we are located in is called Arlington Ridge. Once you enter the complex, proceed to the building labeled 3205. You may enter the building through Door C. Once entering the building, proceed down the hall to Suite 112. Please call if you have any questions.

3205 N Wilke Rd Ste 112, Arlington Heights, IL 60004