Nov 6, 2023 | For Patients, PTSD, Technology, Uncategorized, Website Reviews
This week in our website review series is the website for National Center for PTSD. About PTSD PTSD oftentimes is a loosely used expression in everyday conversation when discussing something scary or an event that has left a lasting impression or memory on the person...
Jan 7, 2022 | PTSD, Uncategorized
According to Psychiatry.org, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) “is a psychiatric disorder that may occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event such as a natural disaster, a serious accident, a terrorist act, war/combat, or rape or who have...
Dec 20, 2021 | PTSD, Trauma, Uncategorized
Starting therapy for any reason can be difficult. This is especially true when looking to overcome Post-Truamatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). You know you will have to face the events of your trauma. Although difficult, it is an important part of the healing process. PTSD...
Dec 16, 2021 | Children, Parenting, PTSD, Trauma, Uncategorized
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a common mental health condition that can affect people of all ages, including children. Our counselors at Garrett Counseling are experienced in working with children who are experiencing Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. We hope...
Nov 19, 2021 | Anger, Anxiety, Autism, Children, Couples, Family, Grief, PTSD, Therapy, Trauma, Uncategorized
Searching for therapists in Alabama can be a bit overwhelming. There are so many things to consider when choosing a mental health professional who you feel comfortable with and will fit the needs of your unique circumstances. Ashley Garrett founded Garrett Counseling...
Nov 8, 2021 | Guilt, PTSD, Uncategorized
Grief therapists in Alabama are seeing a rise in the number of clients seeking guilt counseling. There are many reasons you might feel guilt after losing a loved one. The impact of COVID-19 has caused a significant amount of grief among countless families. Overcoming...
Oct 29, 2021 | PTSD, Trauma, Uncategorized
Trauma occurs in countless ways. A military veteran, victim of an abusive relationship, unexpected loss of a loved one, victim of sexual assault or abuse are only a handful of scenarios where an individual has been traumatized. Everyone’s trauma experience is not the...
Aug 31, 2021 | Children, Parenting, Play Therapy, PTSD, Trauma, Uncategorized
Kids love to play. They may not love to talk to an adult about what has traumatized them. That’s where play therapy comes in. Play therapy for trauma is an effective method of therapy to help children deal with their healing. While your child plays, our therapist...
May 1, 2021 | PTSD, Trauma, Uncategorized
PTSD is an acronym for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. All too often people associate PTSD only with military members. However, it is also prevalent among individuals who have never been in the military. Mayo Clinic defines post-traumatic stress disorder as a mental...
Apr 8, 2018 | Children, Current Events, Family, Men, Parenting, PTSD, Teens, Trauma, Uncategorized, Women
After The Storm: (Ages 6 and Under) Typical Behaviors: During and after events, like the recent storms, people can experience a great amount of stress – children are no different. This stress can manifest itself in a variety of symptoms or behaviors. Those most...
Dec 19, 2017 | PTSD, Trauma, Uncategorized
According to the National Center for PTSD, as many as 7-8% of people in the United States will suffer from PTSD at some point in their lives. This number jumps to 11-20% when looking at veterans who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and/or Operation Enduring...
