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What is your go-to approach for PTSD/trauma therapy?

A go-to approach for helping people in PTSD/trauma therapy is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) because it focuses on memories, thoughts, and feelings.

What tools do you teach in PTSD/trauma therapy?

Clinicians teach the following tools in PTSD/trauma therapy:

  • Symptom assessments: This gathers information on thoughts, triggers, and symptoms the client is experiencing.
  • Grounding techniques: This helps clients remain present when faced with triggers and anxiety-provoking thoughts.
  • Psychoeducation: This helps clients understand what trauma and PTSD is and how it can be managed.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in PTSD/trauma therapy?

Clinicians know a client is making meaningful progress in PTSD/trauma therapy when they have fewer or decreased symptoms of PTSD/trauma.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement PTSD/trauma therapy?

Clients can supplement their time in PTSD/trauma therapy by going to group therapy.

What should someone do to prepare for starting PTSD/trauma therapy?

To prepare for their first PTSD/trauma therapy session, someone can expect to feel relief after attending sessions for a while.

Starting Trauma/PTSD therapy in Lawrenceville

What is PTSD/trauma therapy?

At Thriveworks, Trauma/PTSD therapy involves dedicated efforts to address and navigate through past and/or recent traumatic events. Therapists specializing in trauma create a secure environment to process and heal from these experiences, aiming to reduce trauma-related symptoms and enhance overall quality of life.

How does PTSD/trauma therapy work?

Our Thriveworks providers use Trauma/PTSD therapy treatments like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR, CBT, and exposure therapy with the goal of helping clients process the traumatic events they have experienced so that they can to start feeling safe and secure again.

Symptoms of PTSD

The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can vary but often include:

  • Flashbacks and distressing memories of the traumatic event
  • Nightmares and sleep disturbances
  • Intense anxiety and irritability
  • Avoidance of reminders of the trauma
  • Negative changes in mood and thought patterns
  • Increased arousal, like difficulty concentrating or exaggerated startle response

How do you overcome PTSD triggers?

The best way to overcome PTSD triggers is to seek the assistance of a professional therapist, such as those at Thriveworks, who can help you to understand and treat your PTSD triggers.

What type of therapist is best for PTSD?

In most cases, a therapist who specializes in Trauma/PTSD therapy is the best type of mental health professional to address the symptoms of PTSD.

Is PTSD/trauma therapy conducted in person or online?

PTSD/trauma therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long should you go to therapy for PTSD?

If a client is working through a single traumatic event that occurred as an adult, trauma or PTSD therapy may only take a few months, but in general, it can take a year or more to effectively treat trauma symptoms and PTSD. The duration of treatment is highly dependent on the client and the severity of their symptoms.

How successful is therapy for PTSD?

The success rate of therapy for PTSD depends entirely on the individual’s symptoms, commitment to attending sessions, and personal abilities.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Lawrenceville accept 29 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • AnMed Employee Program

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Clover Health Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Lawrenceville
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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I love this experience. Ashley has saved my life, help me find myself, have hope, and believe in a future that is filled with love and happiness.
Heather Sep 2025
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I appreciate Elouise's pleasant demeanor, listening & positive feedback.
Rosemary Sep 2025
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Flexibility and self-reflect
Adelin Sep 2025
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The convenience of therapy in my home
Miesha Sep 2025
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My therapist has helped me better understand myself and make sense of my thoughts and emotions. She is able to act as a sounding board and provide helpful feedback for whatever is going on in my life. I always leave our sessions with clarity and less weight on my shoulders.
Read more My therapist has helped me better understand myself and make sense of my thoughts and emotions. She is able to act as a sounding board and provide helpful feedback for whatever is going on in my life. I always leave our sessions with clarity and less weight on my shoulders.
Madison Sep 2025
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How personable and friendly she is amazing help.. Explained everything throughly. And got me on the right medication quickly
Dawson Sep 2025
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Elouise, my therapist is the right person for counseling. She always helps me think deeper about my decisions based on my anxiety and depression.
Sydney Sep 2025
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I am 100% pleased with Elouise Lamar. I have never had a therapist as knowledgeable, patient and professional as her.
Marissa Sep 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks in Lawrenceville, GA is off of Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road and Legacy Park Drive. We are near Chipotle and Einstein Bros Bagels. We are behind Five Guys.

Phone number

(770) 626-5302

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