Trauma can leave deep emotional scars, often disrupting one’s sense of safety, trust, and connection. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can bring overwhelming memories, anxiety, and a constant sense of being on edge. At Curious Mind Counseling, we are committed to helping you find the strength to move forward. You do not have to be defined by your trauma. With compassionate support, healing is possible.
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Located in the the Portland Metro area, we offer virtual sessions for clients throughout Florida and Oregon, making effective treatment accessible to you.
What Is PTSD and How Can Therapy Help?
PTSD doesn’t just affect memory and emotions. It can impact relationships, daily routines, and even physical health. It may lead to recurring memories, challenges with sleep, flashbacks, or an urge to avoid anything that reminds you of past events. These symptoms, while painful, are not uncommon for those who have endured trauma.
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PTSD therapy provides a structured, supportive way to understand these experiences. It’s about learning to work through what happened, identify triggers, and develop strategies to feel safer and more grounded.
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At Curious Mind Counseling, we use evidence-based approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). These provide practical tools to reduce symptoms, enhance emotional regulation, and restore confidence in your ability to face life’s challenges.
Symptoms That PTSD Treatment Can Help Address
Trauma manifests in unique ways, but there are common signs that you may be experiencing PTSD. These include:
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Persistent flashbacks, nightmares, or intrusive memories connected with a traumatic event
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Feeling emotionally detached or numb
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Avoidance of places, people, or situations that remind you of the trauma
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Difficulty sleeping or frequent restlessness
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Trouble concentrating or a heightened sense of alertness (hypervigilance)
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Intense feelings of guilt, shame, or self-blame related to the trauma
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Sudden irritability, outbursts, or difficulty managing emotions
Counseling can help you process the effects of trauma, step by step, and regain a sense of stability and control.
Our therapeutic approaches include:
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Build psychological flexibility, strengthen your ability to manage fear and anxiety, and align daily choices with the values that matter most to you.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Reshape limiting beliefs and patterns that stem from traumatic experiences, allowing you to regain confidence in yourself and the world around you.
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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT): Develop tools to regulate intense emotions, improve mindfulness, and manage triggers without feeling overwhelmed.
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Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT): A forward-focused, strengths-based approach that helps you identify practical solutions and build on your existing resources to overcome challenges and achieve meaningful goals.
Why Choose Curious Mind Counseling?
At Curious Mind Counseling, you won’t just find someone who listens; you’ll find a partner in your healing process. Griffin, our dedicated therapist, brings both expertise and empathy to his work with trauma survivors. Every session is guided by your pace and comfort level, making room for both growth and patience. We are here to honor the challenges you’ve faced while helping you reclaim your life from PTSD.
Our practice focuses on evidence-based methods that are proven to help individuals heal from trauma, ensuring you receive care that is both practical and meaningful.
Take Your First Step Toward Healing
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder doesn’t have to control your life. With support, you can develop the tools to gain safety, resilience, and peace. Curious Mind Counseling is here to guide you.
Contact us today to schedule your consultation for PTSD treatment. Located in the Portland Metro area, and virtually serving clients in Florida and Oregon, we’re dedicated to helping you move beyond trauma and toward a brighter, more grounded future.
Your pain deserves recognition. Your healing deserves priority. Your life deserves freedom.
Meet Your Therapist
Griffin Oakley, MSCP, NCC, LMHC, LPC
Griffin Oakley brings both expertise and empathy to every session. With a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology and dual licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oregon, Griffin has the education and credentials to provide the highest standard of care.
Griffin is a board-certified therapist with extensive experience in trauma-informed care. He brings a compassionate, inclusive approach to his work, creating a safe space for clients of all genders, races and sexual orientations. Griffin has also completed certification in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), equipping him with advanced skills to support clients through complex emotional and mental health challenges. His dedication to evidence-based practices ensures personalized care that fosters growth, healing, and resilience.
