# Therapy For Trauma And PTSD - Link: https://prosightful.org/therapy-for-trauma-and-ptsd/ - Published: 2023-02-22T07:49:23+00:00 - Author: Gerald Igboanusi Therapy for Trauma and PTSD # Trauma & PTSD Therapy Online Reclaiming Your Peace Discover hope and healing on your journey to overcoming trauma with our specialized therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Our compassionate team of therapists is here to help you navigate the challenges of PTSD and reclaim your life from the grips of trauma. We offer EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure (PE) for adults, veterans, military families and first responders, by secure telehealth for clients located in Nebraska, Texas or Iowa. [ Book An Appointment ](https://prosightfulcounselingandconsultiing.clientsecure.me/) ![Trauma and PTSD therapy by secure telehealth at ProSightful](https://prosightful. org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/prosightful-vertical-crop-10.png) ![The 1st Step of How it works. We simplified the process to make it better.](https:// prosightful.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1-1.png) ### Identify We'll help you recognize and understand the root causes of your trauma-related symptoms, providing clarity and insight into your experiences. ![The 2nd Step of How it works. We simplified the process to make it better.](https:// prosightful.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2-1.png) ### Address We work together to address the lingering effects of trauma, providing a safe space to process emotions and develop healthy coping strategies for moving forward. ![The 3rd Step of How it works. We simplified the process to make it better.](https:// prosightful.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/3-1.png) ### Develop You'll develop resilience and inner strength, learning effective tools and techniques to manage triggers, regulate emotions, and rebuild a sense of safety and control in your life. ![The 4th Step of How it works. We simplified the process to make it better.](https:// prosightful.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/4.png) ### Find We'll find healing and restoration, empowering you to reclaim your life, and move beyond the grip of trauma towards a future filled with hope, resilience, and renewed purpose. ## Evidence-Based Trauma Treatment: EMDR, CPT and Prolonged Exposure All ProSightful therapists provide trauma therapy. We offer three structured, trauma- focused therapies. All three are recommended in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense clinical practice guideline for PTSD (2023). Your counselor will walk you through the options and help you choose the approach that fits your history, goals and comfort level. Featured treatment ### EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) EMDR helps the brain reprocess traumatic memories that feel “stuck,” so they can be remembered without the same intensity. While you briefly hold a memory in mind, your counselor guides you through bilateral stimulation, such as side-to-side eye movements, tapping or tones. * Follows a structured, eight-phase approach that starts with preparation and coping skills before any memory work begins. * Does not require you to describe a traumatic event in detail. * Usually involves little or no homework between sessions. * Used for experiences such as accidents, assault, combat or service-related events, sudden loss and childhood trauma. **EMDR at ProSightful is provided by [Dr. Gerald Igboanusi, LIMHP, LPC, LMHC, NCC](https://prosightful.org/dr-gerald-igboanusi/)**, by secure telehealth for clients located in Nebraska, Texas or Iowa. ### Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Trauma can change how you see yourself, other people and the world, for example through self-blame, guilt or a sense that nowhere is safe. In CPT, you and your counselor identify these “stuck points” and examine them together using structured worksheets, so you can build a more balanced understanding of what happened. CPT is commonly delivered in about 12 weekly sessions. ### Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) Avoiding reminders of trauma brings short-term relief but can keep fear in place. PE helps you gradually and safely approach what you have been avoiding: by revisiting the memory with your counselor (imaginal exposure) and by stepping back into safe, everyday situations you have been steering away from (in vivo exposure). The goal is for memories and reminders to feel less overwhelming over time, at a pace you and your counselor agree on. _Not sure which approach is right for you? That is a normal place to start. We will talk through each option at your first session. Every person responds differently, and no treatment can promise a specific result._ ### High-Contact Trauma High-contact trauma is not a formal diagnosis. It describes distress that builds from repeated, unavoidable contact with a person, situation or environment tied to painful experiences. It often shows up after separation, divorce or infidelity, when communication, custody exchanges or co-parenting keep bringing back the hurt. It can also come from repeated exposure to traumatic events. **Common signs include:** * Heightened anxiety or distress before or after contact * Feeling constantly on guard * Intrusive thoughts or repeated memories of painful events * Trouble sleeping, concentrating or managing emotions * Strong reactions to messages, calls or in-person meetings * Feeling emotionally exhausted or unable to recover between interactions **How counseling can help:** When contact can’t be avoided, your counselor can help you keep necessary communication brief, factual and focused; set clear, predictable boundaries; use grounding and paced breathing before and after difficult encounters; explore your triggers and any safety concerns; and build in time to recover and restore a sense of safety. These experiences do not automatically mean PTSD. A clinical assessment helps determine what kind of support fits best. [Amirah Ambekisye-Cotton, PLMHP](https://prosightful.org/amirah-ambekisye-cotton/) works with clients facing high-contact trauma. ### Counseling for First Responders Police officers, firefighters, EMS crews and dispatchers face critical incidents that most people never see. Over time that can show up as poor sleep, irritability, numbness, intrusive memories or pulling away from family. We provide confidential, trauma-informed counseling for first responders and their families, including EMDR, CPT and Prolonged Exposure, by secure telehealth on a schedule that works around shifts. Clients must be located in Nebraska, Texas or Iowa at the time of each session. If you are in crisis, call or text 988. [ Book An Appointment ](https://prosightfulcounselingandconsultiing.clientsecure.me/) ### Our Approach We believe in a holistic approach to therapy, addressing the mind, body, and spirit. Whether you’re struggling with mental health issues, trauma, relationship difficulties, or seeking spiritual guidance, we tailor our approach to meet your unique needs. [ Learn More ](https://prosightful.org/about-us/) ![An Individual Therapy Session](https://prosightful.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/ 05/Cropped-3.png) ![A Individual therapy session](https://prosightful.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/ 05/Cropped-5.png) ## Our Team Our network of therapists, psychiatric providers, and administrative staff are prepared to assist with a wide range of conditions, treatment approaches, and mental health needs. [ ](https://prosightful.org/dr-gerald-igboanusi/) [ View Profile ](https://prosightful.org/dr-gerald-igboanusi/) ##### 󠀁[Dr. Gerald Igboanusi (Dr. "G"), LIMHP, LPC, LMHC, NCC](https://prosightful.org/dr-gerald-igboanusi/)󠁿 President & Clinical Supervisor [ ](https://prosightful.org/sharon-hill/) [ View Profile ](https://prosightful.org/sharon-hill/) ##### 󠀁[Sharon Hill](https://prosightful.org/sharon-hill/)󠁿 Administrative Assistant [ ](https://prosightful.org/amirah-ambekisye-cotton/) [ View Profile ](https://prosightful.org/amirah-ambekisye-cotton/) ##### 󠀁[Amirah Ambekisye-Cotton, PLMHP, PCMSW](https://prosightful.org/amirah-ambekisye-cotton/)󠁿 Vice-President & Holistic Wellness Coach **Interested in Joining Our Team?** Explore career opportunities on our Careers page to learn more! ## Learn More About Our Services and Fees Curious about the services we offer and our pricing? Head over to our Facts and Fees page for detailed information. 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