PTSD/Trauma Counseling

PTSD/Trauma Counseling

in Somerset

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

Experiencing trauma can profoundly affect every aspect of your life. At Randel Porter Therapy, we specialize in PTSD counseling to help you manage and overcome the effects of trauma. Our neuroscience-based methods support your recovery journey, bringing you relief and improved mental health.

Understanding The Effects Of Trauma

Trauma impacts individuals differently, influenced by their unique past and present experiences. Trauma can result from various events, such as combat, accidents, assaults, or natural disasters. These events can leave lasting psychological scars, affecting your mental and emotional well-being.

Common Symptoms Patients Experience

The symptoms of trauma can manifest in various ways, making daily life challenging. Some common symptoms include:

  • Unwanted and intrusive memories
  • Irritability and mood swings
  • Anxiety and persistent fear
  • Withdrawal and isolation
  • Feelings of depression or disconnection
  • Insomnia and nightmares
  • Flashbacks
  • Propensity for agitation and emotional dysregulation
  • Chronic pain and muscle tension
  • Hypervigilance

These symptoms can disrupt your personal and professional relationships, making it essential to seek effective treatment.

How We Handle Trauma Counseling

At Randel Porter Therapy in Somerset, Texas, we utilize a neuroscience-based approach to treat trauma. Traditional trauma therapies can often be lengthy and distressing. Our method targets emotional distress at the subconscious level, addressing the root causes of trauma. Sessions typically last between 1-3 hours, with many clients reporting significant improvements within just a few sessions.

Fast and Effective Treatment:

One Session Impact: A single 2 to 3-hour session often brings substantial improvements.
Multiple Sessions for Complex Trauma: Additional sessions may be needed for more complex issues.

How Do I Know I Need Therapy?

You might wonder if therapy is necessary for you. If you regularly experience any of the following symptoms, counseling could be beneficial:

  • Being easily startled and constantly feeling “on edge.”
  • Feeling like you have no control over your emotions or like your emotions control you.
  • Crying frequently without understanding the reason.
  • Having unwanted memories or flashbacks of the traumatic event.
  • Avoid certain people or places because they remind you of the trauma.
  • Difficulty focusing and frequently getting lost in thought.
  • Feeling hopeless and believing that life will never return to “normal.”

Enjoy a Life without Trauma

Therapy can be a transformative experience, allowing you to regain control of your life. Whether your trauma occurred years ago or recently, Randel Porter Therapy can help you develop the tools to cope with feelings of overwhelm and chaos. Our goal is to assist you in healing from trauma, developing coping skills to manage triggers, and enjoying a life free from the burdens of past traumatic experiences.

Consider Randel Porter for Trauma Counseling

If you or someone you know is suffering from the effects of trauma, we encourage you to reach out to Randel Porter Therapy. Our compassionate and experienced therapists are dedicated to providing the highest quality care for your mental health needs. Contact us today to schedule your first session and begin your journey to recovery. Let us help you achieve a healthier, happier future, free from the constraints of trauma.

Let’s get you relief right now!

Call me and we can get started.

PTSD Treatment, Trauma Therapy & Sexual Abuse Therapy
in Somerset, 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 Somerset 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.