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PTSD: Healing the Wounds That Aren’t Seen


Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is often thought of as something only soldiers or those who have experienced extreme violence endure. But the truth is, PTSD can affect anyone who has gone through a deeply distressing event. For many women, it stems from experiences of abuse, violence, or traumatic loss. And the effects can linger long after the event itself, casting a shadow over everyday life.


PTSD is a mental health disorder that occurs after experiencing or witnessing trauma. Symptoms can include flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event. Women with PTSD might find themselves reliving the trauma, over and over, as if it’s happening all over again. Even the smallest triggers—a sound, a smell, a specific place—can send the body into a state of panic.


For some, PTSD manifests as avoidance. Avoiding anything that might remind them of the trauma. For others, it’s hypervigilance—always being on guard, always looking for danger. But no matter how it shows up, PTSD can make it feel impossible to move forward.

What’s important to remember is that PTSD is not a sign of weakness. It’s the mind’s way of trying to protect itself from harm. Healing from PTSD takes time, patience, and the right support system. Therapy, especially trauma-focused therapies like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), can help individuals process their trauma in a way that allows them to move forward.

If you or someone you know is dealing with the lingering effects of trauma, know that healing is possible. Sign up here to be notified when our PTSD support classes begin. We’ll also be sharing helpful and supportive content on our YouTube channel to guide you through your journey to recovery. The road to healing may be long, but you don’t have to walk it alone.

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