Meghan Cromie: Anxiety & OCD Therapist in ft. lauderdale
seeing patients virtually throughout Florida, texas, idaho, vermont & South Carolina
Anxiety therapy that works
I GIVE YOU THE TOOLS TO THRIVE, NOT JUST SURVIVE.
Your Path to Healing.
Hi I’m Meghan! As a trauma specialist, I’m trained in CPT, PE, and TF-CBT, the most research backed treatments for trauma. I work with you through the treatment of traumatic incidents, grief & loss, abuse, PTSD, self-esteem, and related issues. Providing healing from the comfort of your own home or at my office in Ft. Lauderdale.
I know life can make it hard to take those initial steps, but I am here to meet you where you’re at, and start taking action. Learn to stop avoiding, and start living the life you want. Get started with an expert trauma therapist in South Florida
Trauma hurts in more ways than one. Whether you’re replaying the events in your mind, letting it impact your relationships or life choices, or feeling unworthy of happiness. Everyone deserves a chance to heal from their inner pain. At Still minds psychology I’m here to help you meet those goals.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after a person experiences or witnesses a traumatic event. Individuals with PTSD often struggle with intrusive memories, flashbacks, nightmares, heightened arousal, and emotional numbness. The impact of trauma and PTSD can be profound, affecting every aspect of a person’s life, from relationships to work to overall well-being.
One of the most effective and widely used therapeutic approaches for treating PTSD and other trauma disorders is Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). CPT is a form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) specifically designed to help individuals process and reframe the distressing thoughts and beliefs that result from trauma by addressing the way trauma is understood and integrated into the individual’s life narrative. It focuses on how traumatic events are processed and the cognitive distortions (or inaccurate, unhelpful thoughts) that arise as a result. By changing the way trauma is thought about, it is possible to alleviate the symptoms of PTSD and promote long-term recovery.
Evidence-Based: CPT is one of the most well-researched therapies for PTSD, with numerous studies demonstrating its effectiveness in reducing symptoms and improving overall functioning.
Working with Me through trauma healing
When we starting working together, I help you tackle the impact of trauma step by step. Trauma often causes individuals to view the world, themselves, and others in a distorted or negative light, so we will start by working through beliefs that keep us stuck. This can include beliefs like “I’m unsafe,” “I can’t trust anyone,” or “I am powerless.” I work with you to help you challenge these beliefs and replace them with healthier, more balanced ways of thinking, which can reduce the emotional distress associated with trauma. We will also revisit traumatic memories together, in a safe and structured environment. This helps you process their trauma and reducing the emotional power these memories hold over time.
I then help you face trauma fears, by starting to get out of your comfort zone and expose you to trauma triggers in a safe structured way. This way you can stop avoiding anything that reminds you of the trauma, and learn to get more of your life back.
Benefits of CPT for PTSD
1. Reduction in PTSD Symptoms: Studies have shown that individuals who undergo CPT experience significant reductions in symptoms such as intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, avoidance behaviors, and hyperarousal.
2. Improved Emotional Regulation: As individuals learn to process their trauma and challenge distorted beliefs, they often experience greater emotional stability and a reduction in negative emotional responses.
3. Increased Sense of Control: CPT helps individuals regain a sense of control over their thoughts and feelings, which can be empowering and lead to improved self-esteem.
4. Improved Relationships: By challenging trauma-related beliefs about trust, safety, and relationships, individuals can develop healthier relationships with others and feel more connected to their social networks.
5. Long-Term Healing: Because CPT focuses on changing cognitive patterns, the benefits of therapy are often long-lasting. Many individuals report continued improvement even after therapy has ended.