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PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress) Treatment in Rockville
16 holistic practitioners in Rockville who can help with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress). Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
16 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 Rockville for PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress)
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#1
92GPS
Rockville Acupuncture and Natural Medicine
VerifiedDr. Helena Amos, M.Ac., L.Ac., MD (Eur)·M.Ac., L.Ac., European MD, 30+ years experience
4.9(0)
Rockville/North Bethesda, MD
Acupuncture
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(301) 531-5876#2
92GPS
Rockville Acupuncture and Natural Medicine
VerifiedDr. Helena Amos, M.Ac., L.Ac., MD (Eur)·M.Ac., L.Ac., European MD, 30+ years experience
4.9(0)
Rockville/North Bethesda, MD
Acupuncture
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(301) 531-5876#3
90GPS
Good Acupuncture & Herbs Clinic
VerifiedHeejin Kim, L.Ac.·L.Ac., NCCAOM Diplomate, CCAOM Clean Needle Technique, licensed in MD/VA, 15+ years experience
5.0(0)
Rockville, MD 20851
Acupuncture
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(240) 387-8093#4
90GPS
Rockville Center for Natural Fertility and Women's Wellness
Shu Fan, L.Ac.·L.Ac., licensed acupuncturist
4.9(0)
932 Hungerford Drive, Suite #2A, Rockville, MD 20850
Acupuncture
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(703) 772-7592#5
90GPS
Good Acupuncture & Herbs Clinic
VerifiedHeejin Kim, L.Ac.·L.Ac., NCCAOM Diplomate, CCAOM Clean Needle Technique, licensed in MD/VA, 15+ years experience
5.0(0)
Rockville, MD 20851
Acupuncture
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(240) 387-8093#6
90GPS
Rockville Center for Natural Fertility and Women's Wellness
Shu Fan, L.Ac.·L.Ac., licensed acupuncturist
4.9(0)
932 Hungerford Drive, Suite #2A, Rockville, MD 20850
Acupuncture
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(703) 772-7592#7
89GPS
Total Care Acupuncture Clinic
VerifiedDr. Bolin Qin, Ph.D., CMD, L.Ac. & Dr. Ren·Ph.D., CMD, L.Ac., 35+ years experience
4.9(0)
15811 Crabbs Branch Way, Rockville, MD 20855
Acupuncture
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89GPS
Total Care Acupuncture Clinic
VerifiedDr. Bolin Qin, Ph.D., CMD, L.Ac. & Dr. Ren·Ph.D., CMD, L.Ac., 35+ years experience
4.9(0)
15811 Crabbs Branch Way, Rockville, MD 20855
Acupuncture
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88GPS
All Natural Medicine Clinic
VerifiedAcupuncture & Herbal Physicians·Acupuncturists and herbal physicians from Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine
4.9(0)
Rockville, MD
Acupuncture
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88GPS
All Natural Medicine Clinic
VerifiedAcupuncture & Herbal Physicians·Acupuncturists and herbal physicians from Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine
4.9(0)
Rockville, MD
Acupuncture
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86GPS
Acupuncture Medicine Center
VerifiedDr. Sweng Wang, CMD, L.Ac.·CMD, L.Ac., Maryland licensed
4.8(0)
10110 Molecular Drive, Suite #214, Rockville, MD 20850
Acupuncture
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86GPS
Acupuncture Medicine Center
VerifiedDr. Sweng Wang, CMD, L.Ac.·CMD, L.Ac., Maryland licensed
4.8(0)
10110 Molecular Drive, Suite #214, Rockville, MD 20850
Acupuncture
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85GPS
Chinese-MD Acupuncture & Wellness
Dr. Holly Liu, L.Ac.·L.Ac., licensed practitioner, practicing since 1997
4.8(0)
Rockville, MD 20850
Acupuncture
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85GPS
Chinese-MD Acupuncture & Wellness
Dr. Holly Liu, L.Ac.·L.Ac., licensed practitioner, practicing since 1997
4.8(0)
Rockville, MD 20850
Acupuncture
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