PTSD/Trauma Counseling

PTSD/Trauma Counseling

in Bulverde

…Trauma Counseling, Sexual Abuse Therapy, or Anxiety Disorder Treatment

Are you struggling with the lingering effects of trauma? Have past traumatic events left you feeling overwhelmed and disconnected? At Randel Porter Therapy, we specialize in PTSD and trauma counseling to help you heal and regain control of your life. Our evidence-based therapies are designed to address the deep-seated impacts of trauma, providing a path to recovery and renewed well-being.

Symptoms of PTSD

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can manifest in various ways, impacting your mental, emotional, and physical health. Common symptoms of PTSD include:

  • Intrusive Memories: Recurrent, distressing memories of the traumatic event, flashbacks, and nightmares.
  • Avoidance: Avoid places, people, and activities that remind you of the trauma.
  • Negative Changes in Thinking and Mood: Persistent negative thoughts about yourself or others, feelings of hopelessness, and detachment from loved ones.
  • Hyperarousal Symptoms: Being easily startled, feeling tense or “on edge,” having difficulty sleeping, and experiencing angry outbursts.

These symptoms can be debilitating, so seeking professional help to manage and alleviate them effectively is essential.

Common Traumatic Events

Trauma can result from various distressing experiences, such as:

  • Combat Exposure: Military personnel and veterans often experience PTSD due to combat-related stress.
  • Physical or Sexual Assault: Survivors of physical or sexual abuse may develop trauma-related symptoms.
  • Accidents: Serious car accidents, workplace injuries, or natural disasters can lead to PTSD.
  • Childhood Abuse: Early life trauma, including emotional, physical, or sexual abuse, can have lasting effects.
  • Witnessing Violence: Observing violence or being involved in life-threatening situations can trigger PTSD.

Understanding the source of your trauma is the first step toward effective treatment and healing.

Why Consider Trauma Therapy

Trauma therapy is crucial for several reasons. Professional therapy can help reduce the severity and frequency of PTSD symptoms, providing significant relief. It offers a safe space to explore and understand your trauma and its impact on your life, which is essential for gaining insight and perspective. Additionally, therapy helps you develop effective coping mechanisms to manage stress and triggers related to your trauma.

Revolutionary Neuroscience Therapy

Traditional trauma therapies often require a long-term commitment and can be quite challenging. In contrast, our neuroscience-based therapy targets and alleviates emotional distress at the subconscious level. By addressing the root causes of trauma, this method facilitates profound positive changes. Typically, our sessions last between 1-3 hours, with many clients experiencing significant improvements after just one session.

Quick and Effective Relief

  • Single Session Impact: For many clients, one intensive 2 to 3-hour session is sufficient for substantial improvement.
  • Comprehensive Treatment for Complex Issues: While single sessions can be highly effective, some complex trauma cases may require multiple sessions to address deeper issues fully.
  • Holistic Healing: Our method addresses symptoms and promotes overall well-being by integrating holistic healing practices.

Healing After Trauma

Healing from trauma is a journey that involves several key stages. The first step is acceptance, where you acknowledge the impact of trauma on your life. This is followed by processing, which allows you to work through traumatic memories in a safe and controlled environment. The next stage is rebuilding, where you gradually restore your sense of safety, trust, and control. Finally, growth emerges as you use your experiences as a foundation for personal development.

Positive Changes You Can Expect

With effective trauma therapy in Bulverde, Texas, you can expect several positive changes in your life. You will likely see a significant decrease in PTSD symptoms, leading to improved daily functioning and a better quality of life. Enhanced emotional regulation will allow you to manage your emotions and reactions more effectively.

Improved relationships are another benefit, as therapy helps you build healthier and more fulfilling connections with family, friends, and partners. You will find a renewed sense of purpose, allowing you to find meaning and direction beyond your traumatic experiences.

Trauma and PTSD Treatment Can Help

Suppose you are struggling with the effects of trauma. In that case, professional therapy can provide the support and tools you need to heal. At Randel Porter Therapy, we are dedicated to helping you overcome your past and build a brighter future.

Contact us today to schedule your first session and take the first step toward healing. Whether you’re dealing with PTSD, anxiety, or depression related to trauma, we are here to guide you on your journey to recovery.

Let’s get you relief right now!

Call me and we can get started.

PTSD Treatment, Trauma Therapy & Sexual Abuse Therapy
in Bulverde, Texas

PTSD

Combat · First Responder · Disasters

Anger

Rage · Resentment

Anxiety

Panic · Phobias · Insomnia · Night Terrors · Inhibition

Reduce or Eliminate

Guilt · Shame · Regret · Heartbreak Sexual Issues · Relationship Conflict

Behavior Issues

Substance Abuse · Destructive Behaviors · Negative Habits

Effects From

Childhood Abuse · Sexual or Domestic Violence · Bullying

Loss

Grief · Heartbreak · Betrayal

Frequently Asked Questions

PTSD Trauma Counseling in Bulverde Texas

I utilize a cutting-edge, neuroscience-based approach intended to pinpoint and resolve difficult problems quickly, easily, and automatically. My clients are often astounded at the shifts and changes we can make in just a first session. This approach works equally well for anxiety treatment, depression therapy, PTSD and trauma treatment, and couples and marriage counseling.

I work with adults (18 and up), couples (married or not, opposite sex or same sex), families, and groups.

I do full 1 hour sessions. Depending on the issue to be resolved, a 1.5 to 2 hour session may be suggested. Many of my clients even request 1.5 hour or 2 hour sessions just to get more accomplished. You will see how we work at our first session and can then choose the length of subsequent sessions. Couples sessions always benefit from being at least 1.5 hours.

Our sessions are $300/hour. 1 – 2 sessions with me can easily replace months (or years) of traditional therapy. I have received scores of comments from clients about the efficiency and ease of transformation they obtained.

Perhaps the best one: “I felt more of an improvement after even the initial 20-minute consultation with you then I did from all the therapists I’ve seen over the previous 20 years!”

No, I am not in-network with any insurance companies. However, there is one possible alternative if you would like to use your insurance: check with your provider to see if your coverage includes Out of Network (OON) benefits for mental health visits. If you have OON coverage, you would pay for the service at the time of your appointment, then I will provide you with a SuperBill which you will send to your provider to seek reimbursement directly from them.

Note: There is only ONE way to ensure that all topics and issues we discuss in a session stay 100% confidential and only between you and I, and that is self-pay with no insurance, which is the framework I use.

Please be advised when using insurance:

  1. all insurance companies require a mental disorder diagnosis
  2. they may request a copy of our session notes”
  3. they may decline your request for reimbursement
  4. they may dictate the number of sessions and the length of the sessions
  5. anyone who comes in contact with your personal health information in the chain of insurance processing has access to it; the exact opposite of confidentiality.

A mental disorder diagnosis will become a part of your permanent health record. It can work against you when attempting to get certain insurances, apply for certain licenses, or in your military or business career, as anyone who has a “legitimate” reason to access the medical database can view your records.

For these reasons, I have decided not to accept health insurance directly.

Yes! I see clients via teletherapy. Due to the way I work, video (and phone) sessions are every bit as effective as in-person sessions. Additionally, many people find them preferable due to ease of scheduling (no travel time) or where they are physically located.

Confidentiality is a large part of what makes counseling successful. For many people, it is the only safe, non-judgmental, and confidential place where they can feel completely at ease to talk about absolutely anything. Nothing that we talk about nor any identifying characteristics of you will ever be discussed outside of our meetings.

The consultation is a great way for me to learn what you’ve been experiencing so I can then know how I can be of benefit for you. If you are initially hesitant to reach out to a stranger for counseling, it is also a way for you to get more comfortable and familiar with me before we do a session.

I serve clients on weekdays from 10 am – 6 pm. Other days and times are available by request with additional cost.

Please call, text, or email. If I am in session, please leave a message and I will return your phone call, text, or email the same day. If you are contacting me for an appointment, please let me know of a few days and times that would work for you.