Trauma

Psychiatry and medication management located in Sioux Falls and Yankton, South Dakota. Telehealth available in Washington, Minnesota, Nebraska, Iowa, and Wisconsin

Unresolved trauma from your past can deeply affect your present well-being and future growth. At Elevate Minds Psychiatry, we offer comprehensive trauma services for both adults and adolescents facing the lasting effects of experiences such as abuse, neglect, or the loss of a loved one. Our caring team provides trauma-focused therapies designed to help you manage intense emotions like anger, grief, and fear, while also addressing related challenges such as anxiety and depression.

Trauma is your emotional response to distressing or overwhelming events—this might include the death of someone close, violence, sexual assault, or natural disasters. You can also experience trauma from feelings of rejection, abandonment, shame, powerlessness, or humiliation.

These responses can impact your mental and physical health for years if left unaddressed. Unmanaged trauma may increase the risk of conditions like substance use disorder, anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

At Elevate Minds Psychiatry, we’re here to support you with personalized psychotherapy and resources, available both in-office and through our convenient telemedicine platform. Together, we’ll help you build the tools and resilience needed for a healthier, more fulfilling life.

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Everyone processes trauma differently. Right after a traumatic event, you might feel scared, overwhelmed, or even find yourself denying what happened. If you share your experience with someone you trust but don’t feel heard or believed, it can leave you feeling isolated or powerless.

At Elevate Minds Psychiatry, we encourage you to schedule an evaluation—either in-person or online—if you’re struggling to process a traumatic event or unsure how to handle your emotions. You might also find support helpful if you’re experiencing symptoms such as:

  • Unwanted or anxious thoughts
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Difficulty focusing
  • Losing interest in activities you once enjoyed
  • Feeling detached or distant from others
  • Strong emotions like anger, shame, or guilt
  • Turning to drugs or alcohol to cope

Trauma can also show up physically, with symptoms like a racing heart, persistent fatigue, high blood pressure, or digestive issues.

You don’t have to face this alone. Our team is here to help you understand and heal from your experiences, offering compassionate care tailored to your needs.

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