Myths about PTSD and teletherapy, learn the truth and start healing with Randel Porter. Call me at 210.818.5795 to schedule your first teletherapy session and take your first step toward healing.

       Summary Highlights:

  • Many myths about PTSD and teletherapy keep people from getting the help they need.
  • Teletherapy is effective, private, and can help you feel safe while working on PTSD recovery.
  • Randel Porter helps clients break through these myths to start healing with confidence.

Why Do Myths About PTSD and Teletherapy Matter?

If you’re living with PTSD, you might feel unsure about trying teletherapy. Many people hear myths that stop them from getting help, leaving them stuck in fear and anxiety.

At Randel Porter, I help people understand the truth about teletherapy so they can get the care they need in a way that feels safe.

Myth #1: Teletherapy Can’t Help with PTSD

Some people think online sessions are not as helpful as in-person therapy. The truth is, teletherapy can be just as effective for PTSD recovery. You learn real tools and get clear steps while staying in a place where you feel comfortable.

Research and client stories show that teletherapy helps lower anxiety, reduce flashbacks, and improve daily life.

Myth #2: You Can’t Build Trust Online

Another myth is that you can’t build a connection with your counselor through a screen. In reality, many clients feel more comfortable in teletherapy because they are in their own space and feel less pressure.

Trust builds over time. You don’t have to share everything at once. We start with tools that help you feel safe before working on deeper memories, and we move at your pace.

Myth #3: Teletherapy Isn’t Private

Many people worry that teletherapy is not private enough. In truth, teletherapy uses secure, encrypted video platforms to protect your confidentiality, just like in-person sessions do.

With online private PTSD support, you also get to choose where your session takes place. This could be your bedroom, your parked car, or any quiet, private space where you feel safe. You have control over your environment, which can help you feel more secure while getting the support you need.

Myth #4: You Need to Talk About Everything Right Away

You do not have to share everything immediately to get help. In teletherapy, we begin by learning grounding skills, managing panic attacks, and understanding your triggers. When you are ready, we can process deeper memories, but you get to decide when that happens.

The Truth: Teletherapy Can Help You Heal from PTSD

The truth is, teletherapy can be a powerful tool for PTSD recovery. You don’t have to keep living in survival mode, and you don’t have to let myths hold you back from getting the help you deserve.

If you’ve been wondering how to know if teletherapy is the right treatment for your PTSD, here’s what it can offer:

At Randel Porter, I use teletherapy to help clients:

  • Feel safe while getting support for PTSD recovery. You can stay in your own space, surrounded by what helps you feel calm, while we work together to help you feel less overwhelmed.
  • Learn tools to manage flashbacks, panic, and anxiety. You will get practical, step-by-step strategies to help you calm your body, quiet your mind, and regain control during your day.
  • Build trust in the process while staying in control. You set the pace. You decide what feels safe to share and when you are ready to take the next step. There is no pressure to talk about everything at once.

Healing from PTSD doesn’t have to happen in a cold office or on someone else’s timeline. You can start your journey in a way that feels secure and manageable, learning to live with more calm, clarity, and confidence, right from where you are.

You don’t have to let myths or fear keep you stuck. Teletherapy can help you take your first step toward real relief.

Ready to Take the First Step?

Don’t let myths keep you from getting the help you deserve. Teletherapy can help you move from survival mode to living with more calm and control.

Call me at 210.818.5795 to schedule your first teletherapy session and take your first step toward healing.

FAQs About PTSD/Trauma Counseling

PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) happens after you’ve been through something traumatic. It’s not just “bad memories.” It can mess with your sleep, mood, thoughts, and your sense of safety. I help people understand how trauma is showing up in their daily life—and what we can do about it.

PTSD symptoms can look like:

  • Flashbacks or memories that hit out of nowhere
  • Nightmares
  • Panic attacks or feeling constantly on edge
  • Avoiding people or places that remind you of what happened
  • Negative thoughts about yourself or the world
  • Feeling numb or disconnected

If this sounds familiar, we can work together to get you out of survival mode

Sometimes mild symptoms ease up, but many people need support to fully heal. PTSD isn’t about weakness—it’s your brain trying to protect you after something overwhelming. I help people retrain those protective responses so you can stop feeling stuck.

No. PTSD can happen to anyone who’s experienced something traumatic—like a car accident, medical trauma, abuse, assault, or a natural disaster. I work with people from all backgrounds who are ready to feel safe in their own mind and body again.

Yes. Therapy helps you process what happened safely and teaches you tools to handle flashbacks, panic attacks, and everyday stress. I don’t just sit and nod while you talk. I give you practical tools you can use to take your life back.

Teletherapy lets us work together while you stay in a space that feels safe. It’s just as effective as in-person therapy for many people. We can work on grounding skills, calming strategies, and building tools to handle triggers in your real life.

Your first session isn’t about forcing you to share everything before you’re ready. We’ll look at what’s going on for you, what you want out of therapy, and set clear goals. It’s about creating a plan that makes sense for you.

Medication can help some people with sleep issues or anxiety, but it’s not the only option. Many people find therapy alone helps them feel better, while others use therapy and medication together. It’s about what works for you.

There’s no set timeline. Some people feel relief within a few months, while others need longer, especially if the trauma was ongoing. We’ll focus on steady, practical progress at a pace that works for you.

If it’s been more than a month since something happened and you’re still feeling on edge, having nightmares, or avoiding reminders of it, it might be PTSD. We can talk about what’s going on and figure out your next step so you can start feeling like yourself again.

About Randel Porter – Therapist

Randel Porter is a licensed professional counselor and psychotherapist based in San Antonio, Texas (LPC #75830). With a BA in Psychology and an MA in Counseling, he helps individuals and couples cut through emotional noise and get real results—without the fluff or endless “processing.” Randel specializes in thought-focused therapy that challenges outdated methods and delivers clarity fast. He offers in-person and online counseling across Texas.

Ready to clear the mental clutter and reconnect with what matters? Call 210.818.5795 to schedule a session or visit the contact page.