Trauma Therapy in Massachusetts

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Understanding Trauma: What Is It?

Trauma is an emotional reaction to profoundly distressing or unsettling events. It can arise from experiences like abuse, violence, discrimination, rejection, or even witnessing a traumatic event. The experience of trauma is highly personal, and its impact depends on an individual’s personal history, emotional resilience, mental health, and available support, sometimes making recovery a difficult but essential journey. Although the impacts of trauma can be difficult for one to acknowledge and unpack, you do not have to do it on your own. The staff at Waterside Behavioral Health is here to help.

Common Symptoms of Trauma

Emotional Distress: Feelings of sadness, fear, anger, or irritability that may seem overwhelming.
Intrusive Thoughts: Flashbacks, nightmares, or unwanted memories related to the traumatic event.
Avoidance: Staying away from places, people, or activities that remind you of the trauma.
Hypervigilance: A heightened state of alertness, often leading to an exaggerated startle response or difficulty relaxing.
Emotional Numbness: Feeling detached or distant from others, struggling to feel emotions.
Physical Symptoms: Fatigue, headaches, sleep disturbances, and muscle tension can be physical manifestations of trauma.
Anxiety and Panic: Intense feelings of fear or dread that may arise unexpectedly or in situations that feel triggering.
Difficulty with Relationships:
Struggling to trust others or feeling isolated from friends and family.

At Waterside, our trauma-focused therapies are here to help individuals identify and address these symptoms, working toward a path of recovery and resilience.

Trauma Statistics

About 5 out of every 100 adults (or 5%) in the U.S. has PTSD in any given year. In 2020, about 13 million Americans had PTSD.

National Center for PTSD. “How Common Is PTSD in Adults?” U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, 3 Feb. 2023, www.ptsd.va.gov/understand/common/common_adults.asp.

Children and adolescents who experience trauma are particularly susceptible to developing a substance use disorder later in life.

Abuse, National Institute on Drug. “Trauma and Stress | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).” Nida.nih.gov, 6 Feb. 2024, nida.nih.gov/research-topics/trauma-and-stress.

A general population survey conducted in 24 countries showed that more than 70 percent of respondents experienced a traumatic event, and 30.5 percent had experienced four or more events.

Galea, Sandro. “Trauma and Its Aftermath | SPH.” Www.bu.edu, 13 July 2018, www.bu.edu/sph/news/articles/2018/trauma-and-its-aftermath/.

More than two thirds of children reported at least 1 traumatic event by age 16

Walsh, Lynne. “Understanding Child Trauma | SAMHSA – Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.” Samhsa.gov, 2023, www.samhsa.gov/child-trauma/understanding-child-trauma.

PTSD affects approximately 3.5 percent of U.S. adults every year.

Taylor-Desir, Monica. “What Is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?” Psychiatry.org, American Psychiatric Association, 2022, www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/ptsd/what-is-ptsd.

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Specialized Trauma Treatment Therapies

At Waterside Behavioral Health, we are dedicated to helping individuals heal from the impact of trauma. Our tailored therapies are designed to empower clients in managing symptoms and reclaiming their sense of self. We offer:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps clients recognize and reframe unhelpful thought patterns, fostering resilience and reducing trauma-related distress.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Provides tools for emotional regulation, mindfulness, and relationship-building, which are essential for coping with trauma responses.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Processes painful trauma memories, offering relief from lingering emotional pain tied to past experiences.
Individual Therapy: One-on-one sessions allow clients to work through personal trauma triggers and develop coping strategies in a safe, private setting.
Group Therapy: Creates a supportive community where individuals can share experiences and find comfort among others working through trauma.
Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques: Practices like meditation and deep breathing help clients stay grounded and manage stress responses.
Holistic Therapies: Yoga, meditation, and other wellness activities promote balance and complement mental and emotional healing.
Family Therapy: Strengthens family support by enhancing communication and understanding, helping clients and families navigate trauma’s effects together.

Our trauma-focused therapies at Waterside aim to provide a path to lasting recovery, resilience, and inner peace.

Trauma Disorders We Treat at Waterside Behavioral Health

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A disorder following traumatic events, often causing flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety that interfere with daily life.
Acute Stress Disorder: A short-term response to trauma with symptoms similar to PTSD, often manifesting within days of the event and requiring timely support.
Complex PTSD (C-PTSD): Results from prolonged trauma exposure, leading to chronic emotional distress, feelings of detachment, and difficulty in forming healthy relationships.
Adjustment Disorders: Stress-related reactions that occur in response to major life changes or stressful events, causing emotional and behavioral symptoms that disrupt daily functioning.
Developmental Trauma Disorder: Arises from childhood trauma, impacting emotional regulation, attachment, and the development of self-concept.
Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD): A disorder that develops in early childhood due to neglect or inadequate caregiving, often resulting in difficulties forming emotional bonds.
Dissociative Disorders: Includes conditions like Dissociative Identity Disorder, where individuals may experience gaps in memory, altered identities, or detachment from reality due to trauma.
Secondary Traumatic Stress: Affects those who support or witness trauma survivors, causing symptoms that mirror PTSD, such as anxiety, stress, and emotional exhaustion.

At Waterside Behavioral Health, we provide specialized care for all trauma-related disorders, helping individuals heal and rebuild with compassion and evidence-based support.

Does Insurance Cover Trauma Treatment?

To find out if your insurance covers trauma treatment at Waterside Behavioral Health, reach out to your provider to review your coverage. At Waterside Behavioral Health, we accept a variety of insurance providers to make our services accessible, including Cigna, Aetna, Anthem, Anthem Blue Cross, and more. We’re here to help verify your benefits and guide you through the process. Contact us today to explore your options.

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What is the Cost of Trauma Treatment in my Area?

The cost of trauma treatment near the Cape Cod and Plymouth area varies depending on insurance coverage and length of treatment. With insurance, you’ll likely have co-pays or coinsurance, while without it, sessions can range from $85 to $250. Some providers may offer sliding scale fees to make therapy more affordable. Contact us today to verify your insurance and find out exactly what trauma treatment will cost you.

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If you or a loved one is facing mental health challenges, Waterside Behavioral Health is here to offer support. Our comprehensive mental health treatment programs provide the care you need while helping you maintain the balance of everyday life. Contact us today and discover how our trauma treatment program in Massachusetts can benefit you today.

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