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PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress) Treatment in Alexandria
6 holistic practitioners in Alexandria who can help with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress). Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
6 Practitioners
3 Treatments
6+ Supplements
Gabriel's Approach to PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress)
Gabriel recognizes PTSD as biological brain changes from trauma—NOT weakness or 'just in your head.' Protocol: 1) Trauma-focused psychotherapy (CRITICAL—no supplement replaces this), 2) Support HPA axis and stress response, 3) Reduce neuroinflammation, 4) Optimize neurotransmitters (GABA, serotonin,...
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Key Supplements
- Omega-3 (EPA/DHA) 2-4g/day (reduces neuroinflammation, supports brain healing)
- Magnesium 400-600mg (calms nervous system, supports GABA)
- L-Theanine 200-400mg (calming, reduces anxiety without sedation)
- Ashwagandha 500mg 2x/day (adaptogen—normalizes stress response, reduces cortisol)
- Rhodiola 400mg (adaptogen—reduces fatigue, improves stress resilience)
- Vitamin D3 5000 IU (anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective)
Key Lab Markers
- Clinical diagnosis (CAPS-5—Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale, PCL-5—self-report), Rule out other conditions (depression, anxiety, substance abuse, TBI), Cortisol (saliva 4-point—often dysregulated in PTSD, high or low), DHEA, Inflammatory markers (hs-CRP—neuroinflammation), Vitamin D, Omega-3 Index, Magnesium RBC, B vitamins, Thyroid panel (hypothyroidism can mimic depression), Comprehensive stool test (gut-brain connection), Neurotransmitter testing (urine—controversial but some use), HRV (heart rate variability—autonomic dysfunction in PTSD), Sleep study (if nightmares, insomnia, possible sleep apnea)
Practitioners in Alexandria for PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress)
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#1
80GPS
NOVA Acupuncture
Linda Wentz, LAc·LAc
0.0(0)
3343 Duke St, Alexandria, VA 22314
integrative medicine
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(703) 259-9193#2
80GPS
Annette Lane Acupuncture
Annette Lane, LAc·LAc
0.0(0)
Alexandria, VA 22314
integrative medicine
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(703) 555-0300#3
80GPS
Thrive Naturopathic
Naturopathic Team·Naturopathic Doctors
0.0(0)
Alexandria, VA
integrative medicine
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(703) 555-0600#4
80GPS
NOVA Acupuncture
Linda Wentz, LAc·LAc
4.8(0)
3343 Duke St, Alexandria, VA 22314
naturopathic medicine
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(703) 259-9193