PTSD
PTSD services offered in The Woodlands, Conroe, TX
Traumatic events like abuse and violence can have a lasting effect on your health and increase your risk for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). At The Woodlands Psychiatry and Counseling, inpatient and outpatient solutions are available to manage anxiety, guilt, flashbacks, and other PTSD symptoms. Board-certified psychiatrist Emad Bishai, MD, takes a whole-person approach to improving your mental and emotional health. Dr. Bishai provides psychological counseling, medications, and holistic strategies to boost your sense of well-being, so you can enjoy a higher quality of life. Call the Conroe, Texas, office to schedule a PTSD consultation or book an appointment online today.
PTSD Q & A
What is PTSD?
PTSD is a mental health disorder that can develop soon after or in the months or years following a traumatic event. You may be at increased risk for PTSD if you are directly involved in the trauma or witness events like:
- Neglect
- Violence
- Physical abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Auto accidents
- Military combat
- Death of a loved one
The traumatic experience can cause a range of symptoms that affect how you think, feel, and act. PTSD symptoms can worsen if not properly managed, increasing your risk for other mental health disorders and substance use disorders.
The Woodlands Psychiatry and Counseling offers holistic and traditional therapies to ease symptoms of PTSD. Dr. Bishai provides inpatient and outpatient care for adults and adolescents who need help managing PTSD in the long term.
When should I seek medical care for PTSD?
Schedule a diagnostic evaluation at The Woodlands Psychiatry and Counseling if you experience PTSD symptoms like:
- Flashbacks
- Nightmares
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Uncontrolled anger
- Being easily startled
- Intrusive, negative thoughts
- Avoidance or self-isolation
- Reckless or self-destructive behaviors
- Insomnia and other sleep disruptions
Dr. Bishai can meet with you in the office or through the online telepsychiatry platform to evaluate your symptoms and their impact on your life. He personalizes a treatment plan to ease the severity of your symptoms and improve your quality of life.
How is PTSD treated?
The Woodlands Psychiatry and Counseling offers affordable inpatient and outpatient PTSD care. You may benefit from an inpatient program if you have severe PTSD symptoms that trigger thoughts or actions of suicide.
Outpatient care may include psychological counseling and anti-anxiety or antidepressant medications. Dr. Bishai continues to monitor your treatment plan through medication management visits to ensure you’re taking the most effective medications at the proper dosage.
Ongoing therapy sessions help you recognize negative thoughts and behaviors and give you tools you can use to manage your emotions healthily.
Dr. Bishai also specializes in treatments for anger management and substance use disorders that can result from PTSD. He can recommend lifestyle changes, mindfulness exercises, and other holistic therapies to manage your mental and emotional health.