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PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress) Treatment in Santa Cruz
10 holistic practitioners in Santa Cruz who can help with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress). Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
10 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 Santa Cruz for PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress)
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#1
93GPS
Santa Cruz Family Acupuncture
Spring Smith, L.Ac·L.Ac, Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, CA Board licensed, award-winning
5.0(89)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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93GPS
Santa Cruz Family Acupuncture
Spring Smith, L.Ac·L.Ac, Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, CA Board licensed, award-winning
5.0(0)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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91GPS
Wellness Medical Center
VerifiedDr. Donna Leight, LAc, OMD & Dr. Holly Guzman, LAc, OMD·LAc, OMD (both practitioners), Dr. Guzman is educator and speaker
4.9(76)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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91GPS
Wellness Medical Center
VerifiedDr. Donna Leight, LAc, OMD & Dr. Holly Guzman, LAc, OMD·LAc, OMD (both practitioners), Dr. Guzman is educator and speaker
4.9(0)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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88GPS
Jessica Powell Acupuncture
Jessica Powell, DAHM, L.Ac·DAHM, L.Ac, Certified National Acupuncture Detox Specialist, 15 years experience
5.0(42)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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88GPS
Jessica Powell Acupuncture
Jessica Powell, DAHM, L.Ac·DAHM, L.Ac, Certified National Acupuncture Detox Specialist, 15 years experience
5.0(0)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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87GPS
Santa Cruz CORE
Dr. Amberlee Rose, DAOM & Multiple Practitioners·DAOM, L.Ac, multiple licensed practitioners
4.8(58)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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87GPS
Santa Cruz CORE
Dr. Amberlee Rose, DAOM & Multiple Practitioners·DAOM, L.Ac, multiple licensed practitioners
4.8(0)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
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