Trauma & Military Support Program CT
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Trauma
& Military Therapy
Your mental health is our top priority! Receive the care you need.
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Military Therapist
Being in the military is a dangerous and traumatic job. It can be difficult for veterans to adjust back into civilian life after experiencing PTSD, substance abuse or other mental health issues while serving our country overseas. Unfortunately, these differences often take a toll on family members and create secondhand trauma. In these instances, it is important for all parties involved to attend therapy sessions.
Counseling Military Families
Mental illnesses such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and addiction are frequent among soldiers, due to the stressful and often hazardous environments in which they serve. The adjustment period from being an active duty soldier with combat experience to normal civilian life, may take some time. It’s critical that these individuals receive proper treatment for anything they may struggle with. The National Center for PTSD estimates that nearly 8% of the entire veteran population is affected by service-related Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
For returning soldiers, this number increases to over 18% according to a study from the Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center. Many different organizations such as the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and local non-profit organization are trying to provide support programs for veterans and their families in need. These programs can become overfilled, making it difficult to receive services. Reach out to me, and I will be glad to provide a free phone consultation to discuss if we are the correct fit.
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Counseling for military spouses
Although some forms of substance abuse are more common than others among active duty military personnel, alcohol abuse is one of the most prevalent issues facing soldiers today. The Pentagon estimates that nearly 20% of service members will experience an alcohol-related incident. Excessive drinking is responsible for many incidents. In 2009, alcohol-related incidents accounted for 56% of all cases involving misconduct amongst active-duty personnel. Non-combat related suicides are also a large issue among our military and veteran population. Although statistics vary, it’s estimated that 22 veterans commit suicide EVERY DAY in the United States. These numbers should serve as a wake-up call to the necessity of therapy, and the critical state of wellbeing of these men and women who have served us so proudly.
Despite these high numbers, only a small percentage (2%) of military personnel who have attempted or thought about seeking treatment from a psychologist or other mental health provider. One reason for this could be because many soldiers are reticent about seeking help due to fear of emotions, or disciplinary action being taken against them if they are active duty. Confidentiality is paramount and no information will be shared without written consent from the individual being treated. Everyone deserves to feel safe when talking about their personal struggles, and it’s important that these brave men and women get the help that they need to live a happy and healthy life.
