Overcome PTSD and Reclaim Your Life With Trauma-Informed Care
At Victory Bay, we provide comprehensive PTSD treatment programs designed for individuals who have experienced or witnessed traumatic events, from combat and physical attacks to severe accidents and natural disasters.
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VICTORY BAY
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
PTSD often develops after someone experiences or witnesses a traumatic event.
What is PTSD?
For years, society referred to the disorder as “shell shock” in those returning home from war or other combat. When discussing PTSD, it was only in terms of war. Today, we know that the disorder isn’t limited to combat. Almost anyone could find themselves in need of PTSD Therapy should they experience or have someone recount details of a traumatic event. In fact, an estimated one in 11 people receives a diagnosis of PTSD within their lifetime.
PTSD often develops after someone experiences or witnesses a traumatic event. While the cause is different for everyone, common reasons include:
- War or combat
- Physical attack
- Severe accident
- Natural disaster
- The death of a family member or loved one.
It’s important to understand that not every traumatic event affects individuals the same. What one person might walk away from unfazed, another might begin struggling with PTSD.
There are several indicators that an individual is in need of a PTSD treatment program. These symptoms tend to fall within one of four different categories.
TREATMENT OPTIONS
The road to lifelong recovery starts in a safe and secure environment with trained professionals who will teach life skills and coping tools to begin a meaningful journey to recovery.
Inpatient
Treatment in a structured 24-hour medical or psychiatric inpatient unit. Medical management and intensive treatment of physically harmful eating disorder behaviors, medical complications, and co-occurring disorders, along with a focus on weight restoration.
Partial Hospitalization
Treatment typically occurs five days a week for six to eight hours each day. Client remains medically stable but requires more intensive, structured programming to reduce eating disorder behaviors.
Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient Care (OP & IOP)
Lives at home or in a structured living environment with continued participation in group therapy sessions, individualized therapy sessions, educational programs on mental health, addiction, nutrition, and more.
Programs
Mental Health Program
Our mental health program provides treatment for adults suffering from moderate to severe levels of mental health disorder(s) that interfere with their daily functioning, such as work performance, relationships, and health. Learn MoreAdolescent Mental Health Program
Our adolescent mental health program provides treatment for clients who fall in the age range of 13 to 17 years old and suffer from moderate to severe mental health disorder(s) that interfere with their daily functioning, such as school performance, relationships, and health. Learn MoreMedication Management
Medication management is the ongoing process of meeting with a prescriber to evaluate mental health symptoms, formulate an appropriate highly individualized medication treatment plan, routinely review the effectiveness of the medication on target symptoms, and assess for side effects. Learn MoreMental Health Treatment Modalities
Frequently Asked Questions About Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders
What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
Post-traumatic stress is a natural response to trauma, but once the symptoms linger and mess with your life, it becomes a disorder that needs to be treated. You can relive the experience over and over in flashbacks, nightmares, or intrusive memories, and be easily startled or withdrawn from others.
Who can get PTSD?
Anyone can get PTSD. While the disorder was once largely identified with combat veterans, now we know that trauma is more than that. Regardless of what you've been through, whether it's surviving a bad crash, physical assault, natural disaster, or losing someone close to you, PTSD can catch up with you. Everyone's experience is unique, and that means symptoms can be pretty unique too.
What should I look out for?
PTSD symptoms can be grouped into categories such as reliving the trauma, avoiding reminders, experiencing unfavorable mood or thought changes, and increased reactivity or hyperarousal. You may experience flashbacks, numbness, irritability, sleep problems, or trouble concentrating.
We understand how challenging these symptoms can be, and we encourage you to seek assistance when the symptoms persist or increase over time.
How long does it take to heal from PTSD?
Every person's healing schedule is different. Recovery is not a race. Some recover in weeks, while others take months or longer. The key is that you are not alone; we are committed to supporting you through every setback and milestone for as long as you need.
Is talking therapy the only form of treatment for PTSD?
While talking therapies like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) are the backbone of treatment for PTSD, we recognize recovery is multifaceted. In addition to educational classes on mental health, addiction, nutrition, and life skills, we work to empower you on every level.
What can I do if I am not prepared to talk about my trauma?
It is completely natural to feel apprehensive or overwhelmed when sharing traumatic experiences. At Victory Bay, we respect your timing and readiness.
Sometimes, just being in a safe place with support and learning coping skills can initiate your healing process. Our team will remain respectful and sensitive while staying mindful of your feelings, so you can build trust and trustworthiness before going on to more intense memories.
How would I be able to tell if I, or a family member, needs professional PTSD help?
If symptoms of trauma are interfering with your or your loved one's daily life, relationships, sleep, or emotional stability, it's time to seek help. Seeking help early can prevent PTSD from worsening and allow you to return to your life sooner.
Where are you located?
In addition to our telehealth services for PTSD, in-person appointments are available in New Jersey, Massachusetts, California, and Indiana. Our therapy locations include:
- Clementon, NJ
- Laurel Springs, NJ
- Princeton, NJ
- Woburn, MA
- Tarzana, CA
- Indianapolis, IN
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