Madison, Wisconsin’s Premier Treatment Center for PTSD & Trauma

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) provides the following statistics on the prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder among adults in the United States: 

• Around 3.6% of adults struggle with PTSD.  
• Approximately 37% of people who suffer from PTSD experience serious symptoms.  
• Women are more likely than men to struggle with PTSD. 

Additionally, the National Library of Medicine shares the following data: 

• Between 61% and 80% of people experience a traumatic event. 
• Around 5%-10% of the population develops PTSD following a traumatic event. 
• PTSD prevalence rates vary across specific population groups.

Posttraumatic stress disorder has the potential to cause difficulties and distress in many areas of a person’s life. In particular, PTSD can limit opportunities and success in the areas of work, family, and social life.  

Harmful effects of PTSD can include: 

• Struggling to meet loved ones’ needs 
• Trouble functioning at work or school 
• Lower educational and work-related achievement 
• Accidents and injuries due to risk-taking 
• Reduced income 
• Social difficulties 
• Poor physical health 
• Suicidal thoughts and behaviors 

If you may be struggling with posttraumatic stress disorder, it’s a good idea to seek treatment as early as possible so that you can protect your health, improve your functioning, and help prevent your symptoms from worsening.  

It is not uncommon for people who are suffering from PTSD or the effects of trauma to experience symptoms of other mental health concerns. For this reason, it is important that each person has access to comprehensive treatment that addresses all the concerns and challenges they are struggling with. 

Not everyone who has posttraumatic stress disorder will suffer from co-occurring mental health concerns, but examples of the disorders that may present alongside PTSD include: 

• Depressive disorders 
• Bipolar disorder 
• Anxiety disorders 
• Substance use disorders 

Someone who is struggling with posttraumatic stress disorder can experience overwhelming thoughts and emotions, including crippling fear and severe disconnection from people around them. However, by getting PTSD treatment, it’s possible to manage PTSD symptoms, learn strategies to cope with stress, and rebuild your sense of self. 

During therapy, you can address the symptoms you have been suffering from as well as other broader challenges in your life, such as relationship and family struggles. You may also find support and validation in group therapy sessions, where you can explore difficult topics in a nonjudgmental environment. 

As part of the treatment and healing process, you can also take time to prioritize self-care and seek social support while receiving care at a PTSD treatment center like Shorewood Behavioral Health. Creating healthy routines and habits may also help you make progress toward long-term healing.  

PTSD signs and symptoms can look different for different people, and the symptoms that cause you the most distress will often be unique to you. For this reason, it is helpful to find individualized care that can support you on your personal healing journey. 

At Shorewood Behavioral Health, we offer adolescent and adult inpatient PTSD treatment at our Madison, Wisconsin, hospital. You may seek care at our PTSD treatment place by completing a health assessment, which can help us determine the level of services that may be appropriate for you. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to schedule an assessment, or you may simply walk into our PTSD treatment center if that is more convenient for you.  

Each patient at our inpatient posttraumatic stress disorder treatment center follows an individualized treatment plan that reflects their unique needs. This allows our team to meet every person where they are on their healing journey and provide them with the care that will help them achieve their treatment goals.  

At Shorewood Behavioral Health’s inpatient PTSD treatment center, adolescents and adults who are suffering from PTSD symptoms or the effects of trauma can begin the healing process in a safe, supportive environment. We may incorporate various therapies and services into our patients’ treatment plans, including: 

• Medical care: Every patient who comes to our PTSD treatment center receives a history and physical exam before they are admitted. If a person needs basic medical care, we can provide certain services on an as-needed basis. 
• Medication management services: There are times when taking medication may be beneficial for people who are receiving treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder. When this is the case, patients can meet with a pharmacist, physician, nurse, or nurse practitioner for medication management services. These team members help monitor the medications to make sure that they are effective. Patients typically stay in our inpatient PTSD treatment center for seven days, and they meet with staff for medication management services six of those seven days. If a person’s time in our care is shorter or longer than seven days, the number of meetings is adjusted accordingly. 
• Group therapy: Group therapy is an evidence-based form of treatment that brings patients together in a group setting where they can discuss their experiences while also getting guidance and encouragement from qualified professionals. At our PTSD treatment center, patients participate in several groups each day. During these sessions, our team guides patients through discussions on a number of topics, including things like healthy boundaries, coping skills, and self-esteem. This can also be a great place for patients to discuss the impact trauma may have had on their lives because they are in a unique position to receive support from peers who may be facing similar challenges. Group therapy sessions at our inpatient PTSD treatment center are led by counselors, therapists, nurses, and mental health technicians.  
• Experiential therapies: Patients who are receiving care at our PTSD treatment center can participate in experiential therapies like art therapy and music therapy. These therapies give them a chance to express themselves and work through the effects of the traumas they experienced in a setting outside of talk therapy. The experiential therapies at our hospital are led by music therapists, art therapists, and mental health technicians. Sessions take place daily. 
• Medication-assisted treatment: Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is available for patients who may be struggling with addictions to opioids in addition to needing treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder. During their assessment, patients work with our admissions counselors and our clinical staff to determine if this is something that would be beneficial to incorporate into their individualized treatment plans. 

Living with PTSD can be lonely and exhausting. However, by receiving appropriate care, you can work toward a happier, healthier, and more rewarding life.