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PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress) Treatment in Traverse City

12 holistic practitioners in Traverse City who can help with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress). Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.

12 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)
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Practitioners in Traverse City for PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress)

Sorted by treatment relevance and Practitioner Score

#1
80GPS

Live Well Acupuncture

Sarah Searles, LAc, MSOM·LAc, MSOM (Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine)
5.0(0)
Traverse City, MI
naturopathic medicine
#2
80GPS

Northern Michigan Acupuncture

Kara Schaub, LAc·LAc, Chinese Medicine Practitioner
4.9(0)
Traverse City/Lake Leelanau area, MI
naturopathic medicine
#5
80GPS

Shoreline Center for Healing

Verified
Shoreline Team·Licensed Acupuncturists and Wellness Practitioners
4.7(0)
745 S Garfield Ave Suite C, Traverse City, MI
naturopathic medicine
#6
80GPS

Balance for Self Healing

Tamara Graf, LAc·LAc, Chinese Medicine Practitioner
5.0(0)
13356 S West Bay Shore Dr, Traverse City, MI
naturopathic medicine
#8
80GPS

Big Beautiful Life Chiropractic

Dr. Jena Hullman, DC·DC, Functional Medicine Focus
4.9(0)
Near East Eighth St and South Union St, Traverse City, MI
naturopathic medicine
#12
80GPS

River of Life TC

River of Life Team·Chiropractor with Functional Medicine Focus
4.5(0)
Traverse City, MI
naturopathic medicine