“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” – Maya Angelou
Many individuals will face at least one traumatic event in their lifetime, which can leave lasting emotional scars. Whether it’s an accident, combat, abuse, neglect, violent crime, or a natural disaster, trauma can alter how you see yourself and the world. While some people heal with the support of loved ones, others may need extra support. If you feel overwhelmed by the emotions and memories of the past, you might be experiencing a stressor-related disorder. Riverside Psychology can help with compassionate trauma therapy in Westchester County, New York.
What Are Stressor-Related Disorders?
While PTSD is likely the most well-known mental health condition related to trauma, other stressor-related disorders can impact emotional well-being. These include:
- Reactive attachment disorder (RAD) – This often causes difficulties in forming emotional bonds, stemming from childhood neglect or inconsistent caregiving.
- Acute stress disorder (ASD) – Short-term distress (up to one month) after a traumatic event.
- Adjustment disorder – Divorce, job loss, or other major life changes can have emotional and behavioral effects.
- Disinhibited social engagement disorder (DSED) – Generally resulting from neglect, DSED causes overly familiar behavior with strangers.
- Prolonged grief disorder – Persistent, intense grief following the loss of a loved one.
Understanding the symptoms of these disorders is essential to seeking proper support and mental health care.
Symptoms of Stressor-Related Disorders
Trauma-related symptoms can vary between people, but common experiences include the following:
- Struggling to trust others
- Emotional detachment
- Avoiding people, places, or activities that remind the individual of the traumatic event
- Intrusive memories, nightmares, or flashbacks
- Fear, anger, or anxiety
- Feelings of powerlessness
- Loss of interest in emotional or physical intimacy
If you believe you have a stressor-related disorder, Riverside Psychology offers compassionate and understanding trauma therapy to help you heal.
How Therapy for Trauma Can Help
Our empathetic therapists provide a supportive, non-judgmental space to help you process your emotions and experiences. We use evidence-based therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices, to guide you. We focus on helping you reframe unhelpful thoughts, develop healthy coping strategies, and regain a sense of safety so you can move forward and achieve personal growth.
Recovery Is Possible
You don't have to face trauma alone. Riverside Psychology can guide you with therapy for trauma and stressor-related disorders in Westchester County, NY. Please reach out today for a free consultation. We also offer virtual sessions for your convenience.