5 Ways Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Can Change The Tide of Trauma

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5 Ways Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Can Change The Tide of Trauma

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is a beacon of hope for those navigating the tumultuous seas of PTSD. Like a lighthouse guiding a ship, CPT helps individuals chart a structured course through the complex relationship between thoughts, emotions, and trauma. The process involves uncovering and recalibrating distorted thoughts, facing the trauma, and utilizing Socratic questioning for deeper understanding. The benefits are profound - PTSD symptoms recede, coping skills improve, and a brighter, more balanced future comes into view. CPT is adaptable and personal, offering a path to healing and lasting change. Seek the guidance of one of our highly skilled trauma psychologists, and embark on a journey toward healing and hope in calmer waters.

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Psychologist Spotlight: Sarini Ettigi, Ph.D., HSP-P

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Psychologist Spotlight: Sarini Ettigi, Ph.D., HSP-P

This month’s psychologist spotlight is on Dr. Sarini Ettigi. Click through to learn more about what makes Dr. Ettigi so uniquely talented.

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National PTSD Screening Day

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National PTSD Screening Day

June 27th is National PTSD Screening Day, as envisioned by the National Center for PTSD. Anyone who has encountered a life event that they deem traumatic is encouraged to consider taking a free screening or to contact a trusted mental health professional.

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Is It PTSD?

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Is It PTSD?

In honor of PTSD Awareness Month, we’re featuring a drop-in post from the National Center for PTSD.

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Step Up for PTSD Awareness

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Step Up for PTSD Awareness

Breyta partners with the National Center for PTSD in the Virtual Step Up for PTSD Awareness event.

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PTSD Awareness Month

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PTSD Awareness Month

June is PTSD Awareness Month. As a trauma specialty clinic, we walk this journey year-long, but we are excited to see our colleagues and partners in care join us in the fight to decrease stigma associated with the experience of posttraumatic stress this month. We continue our efforts to provide education to our community and hear-centered, evidence-based therapy to our courageous clients.

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Getting "Unstuck" From Trauma

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Getting "Unstuck" From Trauma

Trauma can make you feel terrified in the context of having very little control over the situation. Understandably, we often respond to this by trying to exert extreme control over our internal and external experience in the aftermath. Ironically, this makes us feel “stuck” and creates more problems than it solves. Therapy can help you find a different way of coping. Read on for more information.

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How to Help a Loved One Coping With PTSD

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How to Help a Loved One Coping With PTSD

PTSD is difficult for the person experiencing it, but it also can be difficult for those who love that person to know how to be supportive. Understanding more about the condition and concrete ways to help can be a game changer and can strengthen your relationship.

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How to Recognize Trauma in Yourself and Others

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How to Recognize Trauma in Yourself and Others

Do you know how to recognize trauma? Often we survive or experience events that are extremely traumatic for us. However, whether due to avoidance of the memory or minimization of the experience by those around us, we can often go through life without addressing this important event or the impact that it has on us. Awareness of the ways trauma can show up in ourselves and others can lead to powerful empathy, compassion, and the possibility of change for the better. Read on for this important information.

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June is PTSD Awareness Month

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June is PTSD Awareness Month

June is PTSD Awareness Month. As a trauma specialty clinic, we work year-round to promote education, awareness, and compassion related to psychological trauma and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. This month we want to place special emphasis on hope for survivors. Recovery is possible and there are effective, evidence-based therapies to help you do it. Visit our trauma recovery and PTSD specialty page to learn more.

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Psychologist Spotlight: Vanessa Roddenberry, Ph.D.

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Psychologist Spotlight: Vanessa Roddenberry, Ph.D.

Get to know Breyta’s founder, Dr. Vanessa Roddenberry.

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Trauma-Informed Care In Practice

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Trauma-Informed Care In Practice

If you're a trauma survivor, you deserve trauma-informed care (TIC) from your medical professionals. If you're a provider, you should be aware of the importance and benefit of trauma-informed care to your patients.

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Self-Care Calendar

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Self-Care Calendar

Start the New Year off on the right foot with this excellent guide to self-care. Use it to engage in activities that feel meaningful to you. Here’s to a fresh and healthy start to 2021.

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Your Trauma Is Valid

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Your Trauma Is Valid

"Your trauma is valid. Your pain matters. Your experience matters. Your healing matters. And nothing and no one can take that away." - Daniell Koepke

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Trauma recovery entails empowerment through change, based on choice.

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Trauma recovery entails empowerment through change, based on choice.

Healing from trauma entails empowerment through change by choice.

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PTSD Awareness Month

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PTSD Awareness Month

June 2019 is PTSD Awareness Month

Educate. Empower. Heal.

Take time this month to learn about the signs and symptoms of PTSD. Even if you are not suffering from it, chances are your friends or loved ones will experience it at some point in their lives. Knowledge of PTSD means that you can effectively help yourself or others in the future.

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When grief sits with you...

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grief and loss

April is Sexual Assault Prevention Month

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April is Sexual Assault Prevention Month

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Sexual assault and abuse is a prevalent problem for women and men. It is, however, preventable. We can work together to increase awareness, education, and break the stigma for survivors. Click through for more information.

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