Trauma Treatment in Los Angeles
Trauma can impact every aspect of a person’s life and well-being. At Elevation Behavioral Health, we offer comprehensive trauma therapy in a comfortable, safe, luxury living environment.
Elevation Behavioral Health is licensed with the Department of Health Care Services and the Department of Social Services.
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If you’re struggling with trauma, help is available. Elevation Behavioral Health offers compassionate trauma therapy in Los Angeles. Our expert team of therapists, psychologists, and counselors is trauma-informed and well-versed in methods to treat trauma disorders.
Trauma disorders are mental health conditions that originate from being exposed to a traumatic or highly stressful event. Examples of traumatic events include such things as physical or sexual abuse, neglect, the sudden loss of a loved one, a severe auto accident, a natural disaster, or witnessing violence or military combat. While these types of traumas are very upsetting and even life-altering, most people will not suffer from them for a prolonged period of time. After a certain amount of emotional processing of the event or loss, the symptoms of distress will begin to subside.
For others, the effects of the trauma remain a daily struggle and can cause serious impairment in functioning. In some cases, the individual is suffering so much that they may develop a substance use disorder in an attempt to manage the psychological distress. Trauma disorders can cause disruption in work, relationships, and family relations. In addition, those with trauma disorders also may struggle with features of anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or dissociative disorder. Trauma disorders can be treated effectively through the use of therapy, lifestyle changes, social support, and sometimes medication can help as well.
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Our trauma therapy in Los Angeles helps clients struggling with different kinds of trauma disorders. There are different ways that a traumatic event can manifest itself in disordered thought and behavior patterns. For this reason, there are three types of trauma disorders identified:
PTSD features a long-term and persistent response to having experienced or witnessed an overwhelmingly traumatic event. Debilitating PTSD symptoms may last for a month or more and is characterized by recurring nightmares, flashbacks, and memories of the event, insomnia, emotional numbness, avoidance of situations, people, or places that might trigger painful reminders and emotions, jumpy or easily startled, and withdraw from friends and family, and feelings of guilt. There is a high occurrence of a co-existing substance use disorder among individuals with PTSD, as well as depressive symptoms that accompany the disorder.
ASD aligns with the same type of causal events that are featured in PTSD, a significant traumatic event that one was exposed to either directly or indirectly, and with the same types of symptoms, but with the distressing symptoms lasting less than one month.
Adjustment disorder is characterized by an inability to cope with or adjust to a significant life event. A single highly stressful event or a series of stressful events may cause so much emotional distress that it becomes difficult to function normally in daily life. Symptoms may include feelings of being overwhelmed, neglecting responsibilities, loss of appetite, excess worry, insomnia, and isolation from friends and family. Adjustment disorders may last up to six months in duration.
Our experienced clinicians are skilled in treating personality disorders, such as borderline personality disorder, narcissistic personality disorder, and avoidant personality disorder. Through dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), schema therapy, and other evidence-based approaches, we’ll help you develop healthier patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving, leading to greater self-awareness and improved relationships.
If you’re struggling with psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder, we provide comprehensive treatment to help you manage symptoms and improve functioning. Our multidisciplinary team offers a combination of medication management, individual therapy, family support, and psychoeducation to help you understand and cope with your condition.
Our trauma-informed therapies are designed to help individuals heal from past traumas and develop healthy coping mechanisms for dealing with stress and adversity. Whether you’ve experienced childhood trauma, physical or sexual abuse, or traumatic events in adulthood, our trauma-focused interventions, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), can help you find healing and empowerment.
For individuals struggling with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders, we offer integrated treatment to address both conditions simultaneously. Our dual diagnosis program combines evidence-based therapies, medication management, and addiction treatment to help you achieve sobriety and improve your mental health.
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If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), it’s essential to seek professional help from a mental health center and therapists trained in trauma treatment. Effective trauma treatments are available, and early intervention can significantly improve outcomes for individuals with PTSD.
PTSD can manifest in various ways, and the signs and symptoms may differ from person to person. However, some common signs of PTSD include:
Individuals may experience distressing and intrusive memories of the traumatic event. These memories can manifest as flashbacks, nightmares, or vivid recollections of traumatic events that disrupt daily life.
People with PTSD may actively avoid reminders of the traumatic event, such as places, people, activities, or conversations that trigger distressing memories. They may also avoid discussing or thinking about the event altogether.
PTSD can lead to pervasive negative thoughts and emotions, including persistent feelings of fear, guilt, shame, or anger. Individuals may have difficulty experiencing positive emotions, feel emotionally numb, or have a diminished interest in activities they once enjoyed. They may also struggle with feelings of detachment from others or alienation.
Individuals with PTSD may experience heightened levels of arousal or reactivity, making them easily startled, irritable, or prone to outbursts of anger. They may have difficulty concentrating, experience hypervigilance, and have trouble sleeping or maintaining a sense of calm.
PTSD can lead to significant changes in behavior, such as engaging in risky or self-destructive behaviors, avoiding social interactions, or withdrawing from loved ones. Individuals may also experience difficulties with interpersonal relationships, including trust issues, intimacy problems, or difficulty expressing emotions.
PTSD can manifest in physical symptoms such as headaches, stomachaches, muscle tension, or other unexplained pains or discomforts.
It’s important to note that the onset of PTSD symptoms may occur shortly after the traumatic event, or they may develop months or even years later. Additionally, not everyone who experiences a traumatic event will develop PTSD, and the severity and duration of symptoms can vary widely among individuals.
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At our Los Angeles trauma therapy center, treatment for a trauma disorder is multi-pronged. Together, these interventions can significantly improve the individual’s ability to resume normal daily functioning. These treatment elements can include:
Engaging in one-on-one sessions with a licensed therapist provides a safe space for individuals to openly discuss the traumatic events or stressors they have faced. During these sessions, clients can articulate the emotional weight of their experiences, which is crucial for processing the trauma. One effective method, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), encourages clients to identify and challenge their distorted thoughts related to the trauma. This therapeutic process fosters a healthier perspective, alleviating the intense emotional turmoil that often accompanies such experiences.
Participating in group therapy sessions allows individuals with shared trauma experiences to come together in a supportive environment. This small group setting encourages meaningful peer interactions, where members can share their unique stories and offer mutual support. Such interactions not only promote healing through shared understanding but also help individuals realize they are not alone in their struggles. The group dynamic can enhance feelings of connection and provide new coping strategies as participants learn from one another.
Exposure therapy entails a gradual and controlled approach, wherein the therapist gently guides the client to confront situations they have been avoiding due to their trauma. This might involve real-life scenarios or simulated experiences in a safe, therapeutic context. By facing these fears in a structured manner, clients may gradually reduce their anxiety and desensitize themselves to the distressing memories associated with the trauma.
EMDR is a specialized form of exposure therapy characterized by its unique technique. During an EMDR session, the therapist directs the client to follow their finger moving back and forth, while simultaneously discussing the traumatic event in detail. This bilateral stimulation of the brain is thought to help facilitate the processing of trauma, allowing individuals to reframe their experiences and ultimately reduce the emotional distress linked to those memories. As clients engage in EMDR, they often find it easier to integrate their past experiences and foster a sense of healing.
Research indicates that antidepressants can play a significant role in alleviating the psychological distress experienced by individuals diagnosed with trauma-related disorders. These medications work by balancing chemicals in the brain that affect mood and emotions, providing relief from symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts. For many clients, this pharmacological intervention becomes a crucial part of a comprehensive treatment plan, allowing them to better cope with their traumatic experiences and engage in therapeutic practices aimed at recovery.
For round-the-clock care in a supportive environment, we offer residential trauma and PTSD treatment services. Contact our staff to learn more about our luxury treatment facility.
Not all trauma comes from a single event. Complex trauma, sometimes referred to clinically as C-PTSD, develops from repeated or prolonged exposure to distressing circumstances, such as childhood neglect, ongoing abuse, or long-term instability in a close relationship. Because the trauma is layered and often begins early in life, its effects can be harder to identify and can show up as chronic difficulty with trust, emotional regulation, self-worth, or relationships, rather than the more clearly defined symptom pattern seen in single-incident PTSD.
At Elevation Behavioral Health, our clinical team is trained to recognize the difference between single-incident trauma and complex trauma, and to build a treatment plan that reflects that distinction. Because complex trauma frequently co-occurs with mood disorders, personality disorders, or substance use, our whole-person residential model allows us to treat the trauma alongside whatever else is present, rather than in isolation.
We unfortunately do not accept Medi-Cal, Medicaid, IEHP, or HMO plans at this time.
Not everyone with a trauma history needs residential care, but for some, it makes a meaningful difference. Residential trauma treatment tends to be the right fit for people who:
If you’re unsure whether residential care or a lower level of care is the better starting point, our admissions team can walk through your situation and help you decide.
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Elevation Behavioral Health offers comprehensive and compassionate trauma therapy in Los Angeles. We understand the profound impact that trauma can have on individuals’ lives, and we are committed to providing personalized care that addresses the unique needs of each person we serve. Our multidisciplinary team of experienced clinicians utilizes evidence-based therapies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and other trauma-focused interventions, to help individuals heal from their traumatic experiences and reclaim their lives. With a supportive and nurturing environment, we empower our clients to confront their past, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and build resilience for the future. If you or a loved one are struggling with the effects of trauma, we are here to help. Reach out to Elevation Behavioral Health today to take the first step towards healing and recovery.
There’s no single timeline — it depends on the type of trauma, whether other conditions are present, and how a person responds to treatment. Residential trauma care is often structured in phases, with ongoing reassessment of readiness to step down to a lower level of care.
No. EMDR is one of several evidence-based approaches we use, alongside CBT, exposure therapy, and group therapy. Most clients benefit from a combination rather than a single modality.
Yes. Trauma and substance use disorders frequently occur together, and treating only one often leads to relapse of the other. Our dual diagnosis program is designed to address both at the same time.
Family therapy is available and often recommended, particularly when trauma has affected close relationships. Participation is tailored to each client’s situation.
We accept many PPO plans and private pay. We do not currently accept Medi-Cal, Medicaid, IEHP, or HMO plans. Our team can verify your specific benefits before you begin treatment.
