PTSD & Trauma Therapy Fort Lauderdale, FL
Takeaway: Traumatic experiences can impact every area of a person’s life: their mental health, relationships, and overall well-being. Thankfully, therapy can help you find relief. We’re here to support you with high-quality, cutting-edge trauma and PTSD counseling in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
About us
At Restorative Integrations, we provide boutique therapy services both in-person in Fort Lauderdale and virtually throughout Florida. Our therapists combine the latest research-backed techniques with the power of a warm, trusting therapeutic relationship to help you find deep, sustained healing.
Many of our clients come to us looking for something new. They may have tried traditional talk therapy for years without much relief, or they may be just starting their recovery journey. Either way, they've often been through challenging life experiences that leave them feeling stuck and disconnected.
Our therapists will take the time to truly understand you and find the clinical tools you need to process your past and look toward the future with hope. We've seen how powerful this process can be for our clients, and we know it can help you, too.
Understanding post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
We specialize in helping people heal from trauma. Know that not everyone who experiences past trauma will develop post-traumatic stress disorder, and your feelings are valid regardless of whether you have a formal diagnosis.
At the same time, it can help to understand two of the main forms of trauma we treat: PTSD and complex PTSD. Here's more information about both types at a glance.
PTSD
Definition: A form of mental illness that can develop after experiencing a traumatic event.
Trauma type: Usually linked to a single traumatic event, like an accident, natural disaster, or assault.
Symptoms: Flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, agitation, numbness, and avoiding reminders of the traumatic incident.
Triggers: Often triggered by specific reminders of the traumatic event.
Associated mental health disorders: Anxiety disorders, depression, and substance abuse.
Recognized in DSM-5: Recognized as a formal mental health diagnosis in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.
C-PTSD
Definition: A more complex form of trauma that results from chronic exposure to traumatic events, often in childhood in the context of relationships with early caregivers.
Trauma type: Often caused by childhood trauma in the form of prolonged physical or emotional abuse or neglect.
Symptoms: C-PTSD symptoms may be the same as with PTSD, as well as issues with emotional regulation, self-esteem, and interpersonal relationships.
Triggers: Triggers may be more related to interpersonal situations rather than reminders of specific events.
Associated mental health disorders: Chronic anxiety, panic attacks, depression, substance abuse, personality disorders, and dissociative disorders.
Recognized in DSM-5: Not currently recognized as a distinct disorder, though ongoing research may change this.
Trauma therapy services we offer
EMDR therapy
While we can't change what you experienced, we can change how your brain reacts to it. Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR) can help you reprocess the way that trauma is stored in your brain, dialing down the emotional distress often associated with these memories. We offer in-person EMDR therapy in Fort Lauderdale as well as virtual EMDR therapy in Florida.
Ketamine-assisted therapy
Incorporating ketamine into the therapeutic process is a highly effective trauma treatment that can help people find results quickly. Our therapists have undergone extensive training to safely and effectively provide ketamine therapy in Florida.
EMDR intensives
If you'd like to get weeks (or even months!) worth of results in just a few days, consider inquiring about our EMDR intensives. These intensives take place over 1-3 half or full days at our comfortable, conveniently located office in Fort Lauderdale, and they're fully customized to your unique needs and treatment goals.
Meet our Fort Lauderdale trauma therapists
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Jessica Ronyak, LMHC
Jessica is a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Florida. She has been trained and certified through the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy International Association (EMDRIA) and has received advanced training on ketamine therapy through the Integrative Psychiatric Institute. Jessica also incorporates techniques like attachment-based therapy and parts work into her trauma therapy sessions.
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Kelsie Baggs, LMHC
Keslie is a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Florida. She has been trained and certified through the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy International Association (EMDRIA). Kelise also incorporates her knowledge of trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness techniques into her trauma therapy sessions.
Why choose Restorative Integrations for PTSD counseling in Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Our boutique services are customized to your unique needs.
Each person's experience with trauma is unique, and your treatment should be, too. We offer a range of different services to best suit your specific situation. Plus, we don't believe in a cold, clinical approach. Our office is comfortable and welcoming with extra touches like complimentary beverages and snacks to help you feel at ease.
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We use the latest techniques from trauma therapy research.
Our therapists are committed to staying up-to-date on the latest research in the trauma therapy field. We consistently pursue further education in order to provide you with the highest-quality treatment possible.
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We help people throughout the state of Florida.
We provide in-person services at our office in Fort Lauderdale as well as virtual services throughout the state of Florida. Having both options helps us to serve you in the way that works best for you.
Testimonials
You don't have to take our word for it. Take a look at these kind words from others about their experience with Restorative Integrations.
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"Professional and great services!"
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"Jess is one of the most empathetic and kindhearted humans I've ever had the honor to cross paths with. She provides a safe space to feel all of the feelings."
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"Place is an inviting and warm place. Staff has been super supportive and professional."
FAQs about trauma counseling
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There are many different types of therapy used to treat trauma. Some clinicians use methods like cognitive processing therapy (CPT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and other techniques.
Our therapists are trained in some of the latest methods that have emerged from trauma therapy research, including EMDR and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. We've seen firsthand how these alternatives to traditional talk therapy help our clients feel better faster.
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Therapists can have different credentials depending on their education. Licensed professional counselors, licensed clinical social workers, and licensed psychologists are a few types of mental health professionals that can treat trauma.
However, a clinician's license type is only one factor when choosing a trauma therapist. We also recommend looking into each therapist's specific training and approach to find the best PTSD therapist for your needs.
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While nearly all therapists have some general awareness of what trauma is and how it can impact people, a trauma therapist has specialized training in trauma therapy techniques and/or further education around trauma-related topics.
To learn more about our qualifications and how we can help you find healing, we invite you to request a complimentary consultation.
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Connect with us today to find lasting recovery from trauma.
Ready to finally start feeling like yourself again? We're here to support you. Through our boutique trauma therapy in Fort Lauderdale, FL (and across the state), we can help you get to the root of your challenges and make real progress toward your goals.