PTSD Treatment

Treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition triggered by witnessing or experiencing a terrifying event, such as combat, crime, assault, or disaster. More than 3 million Americans suffer from PTSD. The condition may last years, with triggers that bring back memories of the trauma and make it difficult for a person affected to function in day to day life.

PTSD Treatment Options

Traditional treatment for PTSD generally involves a combination of antidepressant or anti-anxiety medications and psychotherapy. For some patients, this treatment can be effective, however, a large percentage of patients are not helped with this traditional approach.

A recent technology, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) has shown excellent treatment results for individuals with PTSD, as well as with major depressive disorder and co-occurring PTSD. TMS uses electro/magnetic fields to stimulate neurons and normalize brain chemistry. TMS is a non-invasive treatment method with few side effects. Because TMS sessions do not require sedation and are well-tolerated by patients, patients read or watch TV during their treatment sessions, and with no recovery period, are able to drive and resume normal activities afterwards.

Read our detailed page about TMS Therapy to learn how it can help you with depression, anxiety, and PTSD.