--- title: Therapy for PTSD and Trauma | Counseling 360 in Beaverton description: Struggling with PTSD or trauma? Our Beaverton therapists offer in-person and telehealth therapy to meet you where you're at. image: https://www.counseling-360.com/hubfs/ptsd%20therapy%20beaverton%201-1.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://www.counseling-360.com/resources/ptsd-trauma-therapy#main-content) [![Counseling360Logo\_Color](https://www.counseling-360.com/hubfs/Counseling360Logo_Color.png)](https://www.counseling-360.com) - [Therapy Services](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services) - [Individual Therapy](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services/individual-therapy) - [Couples Counseling](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services/couples-counseling) - [Family Therapy](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services/family-therapy) - [Approaches & Modalities](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services#modalities) - [View All](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services) - [Providers](https://www.counseling-360.com/providers) - About - [Services & Specialties](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services) - [Client Resources](https://www.counseling-360.com/client-resources) - [Blog](https://www.counseling-360.com/resources) - [Get in Touch](https://www.counseling-360.com/contact) - [Patient Portal](https://drmary-counseling360.clientsecure.me/) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. # Therapy for PTSD and Trauma [Dr. Mary Hacopian](https://www.counseling-360.com/resources/author/dr-mary-hacopian) October 21, 2025 at 6:37 PM Our Beaverton therapists work with patients of all ages dealing with the aftermath and mental struggles associated with traumatic events. ![Man with PTSD sitting in Beaverton home ](https://www.counseling-360.com/hubfs/ptsd%20therapy%20beaverton%201-1.jpg) PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) and trauma involve the lasting impact of deeply distressing or terrifying events. PTSD can develop after exposure to a traumatic event beyond typical stress – for example, violent assault, a severe accident, natural disaster, combat, or abuse. Trauma itself is a strong emotional resexistenponse to those events and can lead to both physical and psychological symptoms. Common PTSD symptoms include flashbacks or intrusive memories of the event, distressing nightmares, severe [anxiety](https://www.counseling-360.com/resources/depression-anxiety-therapy), and emotional numbness. Survivors may feel hyper-vigilant (always on guard), have trouble sleeping or concentrating, and struggle with trust. ### **Typical Triggers** - Personal or family violence (e.g., assault, domestic violence) - Military combat - Serious accidents or disasters - Witnessing death or injury - Childhood abuse - Sexual assault. ### **PTSD Symptoms** - Recurrent, distressing memories or flashbacks of the trauma - Nightmares - Intense distress when reminded of the event - Avoidance of people/places that trigger memories - Hypervigilance - Irritability or angry outbursts - Feeling detached or numb. ### **Emotional Impact** Individuals often relive the trauma in vivid ways and may avoid anything that reminds them of it. For example, a veteran might react strongly to loud noises resembling gunfire. A survivor of assault might become fearful in crowds or have panic attacks. Trauma affects not just individuals but [families](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services/family-therapy) as well. PTSD “becomes a family issue” when loved ones take on the burden of symptoms. Family members often feel helpless or stressed; children may sense tension or anger at home, and spouses may struggle to communicate. For instance, a parent with combat-related PTSD might become emotionally withdrawn from their [children](https://www.counseling-360.com/resources/teenager-adolescent-challenges-therapy), who then experience confusion and fear. [Therapy](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services/individual-therapy) provides a safe space to process traumatic memories and learn coping skills. Trauma-focused treatments (like EMDR or cognitive processing therapy) aim to gently integrate the traumatic experience so survivors can regain control and hope. ## Modalities that can help with PTSD and Trauma [Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-cbt) [Trauma-Focused Therapy](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services/trauma-focused-therapy) [Existential Therapy](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services/insight-oriented-therapy-approaches) [Play Therapy](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services/play-therapy) (for children, typically) [Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services/emotionally-focused-therapy-eft) [Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)](https://www.counseling-360.com/therapy-services/acceptance-commitment-therapy-act)   [specialty](https://www.counseling-360.com/resources/tag/specialty) ## Related Posts ### [February 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM EMDR Therapy: What All The Buzz is About (Part 2)](https://www.counseling-360.com/resources/emdr-therapy-part-2) ### [February 9, 2026 at 1:45 PM EMDR Therapy: What All The Buzz is About (Part 1)](https://www.counseling-360.com/resources/emdr-therapy-part-1) ### [April 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM The Relationship With Your Therapist Matters | Counseling 360](https://www.counseling-360.com/resources/why-the-relationship-with-your-therapist-matters-more-than-you-think) #### Counseling 360 in Beaverton We are a team of psychologists and therapists who provide personalized care for our patients, both in-person and online. #### Office Locations [10700 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy #460 Beaverton, OR 97005](https://www.counseling-360.com/location-beaverton-hillsdale-highway)     [8625 SW Cascade Ave Suite 520 Beaverton, OR 97008](https://www.counseling-360.com/location-cascade-ave-beaverton)     ##### Contact Counseling 360 (503) 928-6624   [mailto:contact@counseling-360.com](mailto:contact@counseling-360.com)[tel:5039286624](tel:5039286624) - [Providers](https://www.counseling-360.com/providers) - [Patient Portal](https://drmary-counseling360.clientsecure.me/) - [Insurance](https://www.counseling-360.com/client-resources) - [Blog](https://www.counseling-360.com/resources) © 2026 All rights reserved. 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