PTSD Therapy & Trauma Recovery in Atlanta
Trauma changes how your brain and body respond to the world. Specialized therapy can help you regain a sense of safety, process what happened, and move forward.
Understanding PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) develops after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event — an accident, assault, combat, natural disaster, medical emergency, or any situation where you felt your life or safety was threatened. It can also develop after prolonged exposure to traumatic circumstances, such as domestic violence or childhood abuse.
PTSD is not a sign of weakness. It is your nervous system's response to an overwhelming experience. When trauma is not processed, your brain can remain stuck in survival mode — constantly scanning for threats, replaying the event, or shutting down emotionally to cope. This affects your sleep, your relationships, your concentration, and your ability to feel safe in your own body.
The impact of trauma is real and measurable, but so is recovery. With specialized trauma therapy, your brain can reprocess the traumatic memories so they no longer hijack your present. You can learn to regulate your nervous system, rebuild trust, and reclaim parts of your life that trauma has taken from you. Learn more about how trauma affects the brain and body.
Common Signs of PTSD
PTSD symptoms often fall into four categories: re-experiencing, avoidance, hyperarousal, and changes in mood or thinking. You may recognize some of these:
How We Treat PTSD
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
EMDR is one of the most researched and effective treatments for PTSD. It helps your brain reprocess traumatic memories so they lose their emotional charge. Many clients experience significant relief in fewer sessions than traditional talk therapy alone. Learn more about how trauma reprocessing works.
Trauma-Focused CBT
Trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy helps you process the traumatic event in a structured, safe way. You'll learn to challenge distorted beliefs that developed after the trauma — such as "It was my fault" or "The world is never safe" — and develop healthier ways of understanding what happened.
Somatic & Nervous System Approaches
Trauma lives in the body as much as the mind. Somatic approaches help you reconnect with physical sensations safely, release stored tension, and regulate your nervous system. These techniques are especially helpful when trauma has left you feeling disconnected from your body or stuck in fight-or-flight mode.
Therapists Who Can Help
PTSD & Trauma Therapy in Atlanta, Roswell & Marietta
Peachtree Psychology offers PTSD & trauma therapy at two convenient locations in the greater Atlanta area. Whether you prefer our Roswell office on Sun Valley Drive — easily accessible from GA-400 and Holcomb Bridge Road — or our Marietta office on Kennesaw Avenue near I-75 and the 120 Loop, you'll find a warm, private setting designed for healing.
We serve clients throughout Roswell, Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Sandy Springs, Marietta, East Cobb, Kennesaw, Smyrna, Vinings, Dunwoody, and surrounding communities. Both offices offer free parking, flexible scheduling including evenings and Saturdays, and the option to combine in-person sessions with secure teletherapy for added convenience.
Healing From Trauma Is Possible
You don't have to keep living in survival mode. Our trauma-trained therapists are here to help you find safety, process what happened, and build a life beyond the pain.