1930 Marlton Pike East, Suite O-75, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Jersey Behavioral Health 856-856-4499

Conditions we treat

Trauma and PTSD treatment in Cherry Hill, NJ

When distressing experiences keep affecting the present, you deserve support that respects your safety, choices and pace.

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Understanding trauma and ptsd

Trauma is an experience. PTSD is a diagnosis.

Trauma can follow an experience involving danger, violence or profound distress. Reactions vary, and experiencing trauma does not automatically mean someone has post-traumatic stress disorder. Many people recover with time and support.

PTSD involves a pattern of symptoms after exposure to a traumatic event, including re-experiencing, avoidance, changes in mood or thinking, and heightened reactivity. Symptoms last longer than a month and interfere with daily life. A clinician considers the full history rather than diagnosing from one symptom.

For people in Haddonfield or Voorhees exploring care in Cherry Hill, a first conversation can focus on sleep, daily functioning and what would make treatment feel safer. You do not need to describe every detail of an experience to ask about support.

These population estimates are not a diagnosis or a prediction about your recovery. Ask about trauma-focused clinician availability. Current danger or inability to stay safe requires urgent help.

Trauma and PTSD by the numbers

3.6%
U.S. adults with PTSD in the prior 12 months in the historical 2001–2003 NCS-R survey. [1]
6.8%
Lifetime PTSD prevalence among U.S. adults in the same survey, not a current New Jersey estimate. [1]
5.2%
Past-year PTSD prevalence among female U.S. adults in the 2001–2003 NCS-R survey. [1]
1.8%
Past-year PTSD prevalence among male U.S. adults in the same historical survey. [1]
36.6%
Of U.S. adults with past-year PTSD had serious impairment on the Sheehan Disability Scale in that survey. [1]

Signs that support may help

  • Intrusive memories

    Unwanted memories, nightmares or flashbacks that make the experience feel present again.

  • Avoidance

    Avoiding reminders, conversations or places connected with the experience.

  • Feeling on guard

    Being easily startled, tense, irritable or watchful for danger.

  • Sleep and focus changes

    Difficulty resting or concentrating can affect everyday responsibilities.

  • Disconnection

    Feeling detached from other people or losing interest in meaningful activities.

  • Painful beliefs

    Persistent guilt, blame or negative beliefs about yourself or the world.

  • Every plan is personal.

    You'll build coping skills, emotional regulation and relapse prevention strategies.

Your path to care

A personalized plan that treats both the mind and the body.

  1. Begin with safety and choice

    Discuss current safety, symptoms, supports and the boundaries you want respected.

  2. Understand the clinical picture

    Assess PTSD, depression, anxiety, dissociation and substance use without assuming they are the same condition.

  3. Match support to your needs

    Determine whether structured outpatient care, individual specialist therapy or more intensive support is appropriate.

  4. Prepare for trauma-focused work

    Discuss readiness, coping strategies and the qualifications of the treating clinician.

  5. Build a sustainable plan

    Track functioning, strengthen support and plan next steps with your care team.

Clinical review

  • Prepared for review by Mark Sigmund, MA, LPC, CCDP, Clinical Director
  • Clinical review is pending
  • Informed by the sources listed below
  • Educational information, not a diagnosis

Find the right level of support

Our team can assess whether PHP, IOP or Virtual IOP fits your needs. When specialist or more intensive treatment is needed, ask about referral options. Program fit and availability are confirmed during assessment.

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Conditions we treat

Different trauma-related experiences

  • Post-traumatic stress disorder

    A defined pattern of persistent symptoms and impairment following traumatic exposure.

  • Acute stress disorder

    Trauma-related symptoms occurring from three days to one month after an event may meet separate diagnostic criteria.

  • Repeated or prolonged trauma

    Repeated exposure can affect trust, emotion regulation and relationships. A careful assessment guides diagnosis.

  • Dissociative experiences

    Feeling detached from yourself or your surroundings can occur with trauma and needs individualized assessment.

  • Trauma with substance use

    Substance use and trauma symptoms can interact and may require coordinated treatment.

  • Distress without PTSD

    You can benefit from support even when your symptoms do not meet PTSD criteria.

Treatment approaches to discuss

Your clinician can explain which approaches fit your needs and which may require specialist care.

  • Trauma-focused psychotherapy

    Discuss evidence-based approaches such as cognitive processing therapy or prolonged exposure with a qualified clinician.

  • EMDR

    A structured trauma-focused therapy. Confirm clinician training, availability and whether the approach fits you.

  • Coping and regulation skills

    Grounding and distress-tolerance skills may support care but do not replace PTSD-specific treatment when needed.

  • Psychiatric support

    Medication may help some symptoms. Choices and monitoring require individualized evaluation.

Insurance we work with

We work with most major plans, including Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Horizon BCBSNJ, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and Optum. We'll verify your benefits for free, usually the same day.

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  • Magellan
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  • Compsych
  • Health Net
  • Independence Administrators
  • Carefirst

Getting started

  1. 1

    Reach out

    Contact our Admissions Team 24/7 or fill out a brief online form to verify insurance and begin the process.

  2. 2

    Complete a pre-screen

    We'll assess your needs and match you with a personalized treatment plan developed by licensed professionals.

  3. 3

    Start healing

    Schedule your initial intake evaluation and meet your treatment team, often within 24 hours of reaching out.

Frequently asked questions

Does everyone who experiences trauma develop PTSD?

No. Reactions differ, and many people recover without PTSD. Persistent or impairing symptoms deserve assessment whether or not a diagnosis is established.

Do I have to retell everything at my first appointment?

You can discuss symptoms, safety and goals without sharing every detail. Ask your clinician how information will be used and what choices you have.

Is trauma-informed care the same as trauma-focused therapy?

No. Trauma-informed care describes attention to safety, choice and the effects of trauma. Trauma-focused therapies directly address trauma memories or their meaning and require relevant training.

Is EMDR currently available at JBH?

Ask admissions to confirm current EMDR-trained clinician availability and whether specialist referral is appropriate for your needs.

When is urgent help needed?

Call 911 for immediate danger or inability to stay safe. Call or text 988 for suicidal thoughts or emotional crisis. Website forms and admissions calls are not emergency services.

Sources

  1. [1] National Institute of Mental Health. Post-traumatic stress disorder statistics, NCS-R. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd
  2. [2] National Institute of Mental Health. Post-traumatic stress disorder. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd
  3. [3] VA National Center for PTSD. Overview of psychotherapy for PTSD. https://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/treat/txessentials/overview_therapy.asp

Treatment can be life changing. Reach out today.

We'll verify your benefits for free and schedule a confidential assessment.

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In crisis? Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or dial 911.

Prepared for clinical review by Mark Sigmund, MA, LPC, CCDP, Clinical Director. Review pending. This page is for information only and is not medical advice.

Jersey Behavioral Health · 1930 Marlton Pike East, Suite O-75, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

Serving Cherry Hill and South Jersey

Our Cherry Hill office is an easy drive from towns across Camden, Burlington and Gloucester counties, and our virtual IOP is open to adults anywhere in New Jersey. Clients come to us from: