What are the benefits of long-term psychiatric treatment?

By Elizabeth Ealer

Posted: January 15, 2025

Psychiatric treatment is one aspect of mental health treatment that includes the process of meeting with psychiatric providers to address mental health diagnoses and symptoms. Psychiatric providers, such as psychiatrists or primary mental health nurse practitioners, are medical professionals who can assess, diagnose, and prescribe medication to treat mental health disorders. For many individuals coping with mental health, psychiatric treatment is an important aspect of their treatment plan, in collaboration with therapy services.

What types of therapy are effective for trauma?

By Elizabeth Ealer

Trauma

PTSD

Posted: December 16, 2024

Many people experience some type of trauma in their lifetime. For some individuals, trauma can lead to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). PTSD is a disorder that involves symptoms such as intrusive symptoms related to trauma (such as flashbacks, nightmares, distressing memories), avoidance behaviors related to the trauma or its effect, negative changes in thoughts and emotions, and increase in reactivity or hyperarousal (sleep issues, irritability, hypervigilance, heightened startle response).

What Should I Expect in My First Therapy Session?

By Elizabeth Ealer

Getting Started with Therapy

First Session

Posted: November 18, 2024

Starting therapy is a great first step in prioritizing your wellness and improving your life! As with any new adventure, starting can be the most difficult part. Learning about what to expect in your first therapy appointment can help demystify the experience and make you more comfortable as you begin therapy.

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What are the benefits of long-term psychiatric treatment?

What types of therapy are effective for trauma?

What Should I Expect in My First Therapy Session?

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