PTSD therapy
Healing from PTSD and C-PTSD is possible.
PTSD therapy can help when you feel like you're constantly on edge, unable to escape the memories of what happened. You might find yourself reliving the traumatic event through flashbacks, struggling with nightmares, or feeling disconnected from the people and activities you once loved. The hypervigilance, the emotional numbness, the sense that danger is always lurking—these aren't signs of weakness. They're your nervous system's way of trying to protect you from a threat that has already passed.
At Full Vida Therapy, our team understands that post-traumatic stress disorder affects every aspect of your life, your relationships, your work, your sense of safety in the world, and your connection to yourself, which is why we offer compassionate PTSD therapy to help you move forward. We specialize in providing evidence-based, trauma-informed PTSD therapy to individuals throughout California through secure virtual sessions. Our therapists create a compassionate space where healing isn't just possible—it's the focus of everything we do.
What Is PTSD?
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. While it's natural to feel distressed after something frightening or dangerous happens, PTSD occurs when those feelings don't fade over time and begin to interfere with your daily functioning.
Trauma that can lead to PTSD includes:
Serious accidents such as car crashes, workplace injuries, or other sudden incidents
Physical or sexual assault
Natural disasters like earthquakes, fires, or floods
Sudden loss of a loved one
Witnessing violence or harm to others
Combat or military experiences
Medical trauma such as life-threatening illness, invasive procedures, or traumatic childbirth
Childhood abuse or neglect that continues to impact you in adulthood
What distinguishes PTSD from typical stress reactions is that the symptoms persist for weeks, months, or even years after the traumatic event. Your mind and body remain stuck in survival mode, reacting as though the danger is still present even when you're safe.
Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of PTSD
PTSD manifests differently for each person, but mental health professionals generally categorize symptoms into four main clusters:
Re-Experiencing Symptoms
These involve involuntarily reliving the traumatic event:
Intrusive memories that feel like they're happening right now
Flashbacks where you feel transported back to the traumatic moment
Nightmares related to the trauma that disrupt your sleep
Intense physical or emotional reactions to reminders of the event, such as rapid heartbeat, sweating, or panic
Distressing thoughts that you can't control or push away
Avoidance Symptoms
To cope with the distress, you might try to avoid anything associated with the trauma:
Avoiding places, people, or activities that remind you of what happened
Steering clear of conversations about the traumatic event
Pushing away thoughts or feelings connected to the trauma
Losing interest in activities you used to enjoy
Isolating yourself from friends and family
Negative Changes in Thoughts and Mood
PTSD can fundamentally alter how you think about yourself, others, and the world:
Persistent negative beliefs about yourself ("I'm broken," "I can't trust anyone")
Distorted thoughts about the cause or consequences of the trauma, often leading to self-blame
Persistent feelings of fear, horror, anger, guilt, or shame
Emotional numbness or feeling detached from your emotions
Difficulty experiencing positive emotions like happiness, love, or satisfaction
Memory problems, particularly around the traumatic event
Feeling alienated from the people closest to you.
You Deserve to Heal
Full Vida Therapy provides all our services through secure telehealth sessions. Virtual therapy offers several advantages for PTSD treatment:
Accessibility: You can receive specialized care without worrying about commuting to an office, which is especially helpful if driving or leaving your home triggers anxiety.
Comfort: Being in your own safe space can help you feel more relaxed and open during sessions, which is particularly important when discussing traumatic experiences.
Consistency: Life's demands don't stop when you're healing from trauma. Virtual sessions make it easier to maintain consistent treatment even when your schedule is complicated.
Privacy: For some people, the idea of walking into a therapist's office feels exposing. Virtual sessions offer an additional layer of privacy.
Our team uses HIPAA-compliant video platforms to ensure your sessions are secure and confidential. Many of our clients find that the convenience and comfort of virtual therapy actually enhances their treatment experience.
Ready to Begin PTSD therapy?
If you’re ready to begin trauma therapy for PTSD or C-PTSD, we’re here to support you. We offer virtual therapy to clients across California. Reach out today to schedule a free consultation and take the first step toward healing.