Real results from real cases.
Case Study: KB
KB is a 47-year-old, Caucasian, female experiencing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder after being sexually assaulted by a colleague in her workplace. Though her attacker has been removed from the environment, she struggles with ongoing, nearly debilitating stress and anxiety. KB reports she has lost pleasure in her work and is considering resignation.
KB reports:
Acute anxiety going into her workplace.
Nausea
Vomiting
Insomnia
Faintness
Anxiety attacks
Inability to focus
Treatment and Solutions:
Implementation of frequent breaks
Body scanning
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Meditation
Supplementation
Weekly counseling sessions for 6 weeks
Results:
KB reports improvement in her symptoms after 5 weeks. She is able to return to normal functionality at work. She is no longer experiencing insomnia. KB has regained her interest in work and is now enjoying her lunch breaks with colleagues.
Case Study: TB
TB is a 59-year-old, Hispanic, male experiencing symptoms of post-traumatic stress and adjustment disorder after being multiple incidences of life stressors, including a workplace shooting and an on-the-job injury requiring surgery, resulting in disability. TB experiences acute anxiety in social situations. TB reports difficulty communicating with his spouse. He states he feels broken and doesn’t know how to share this with the people in his life.
TB reports:
Acute anxiety going into stores, restaurants, or events.
Insomnia
Faintness
Anxiety attacks
Inability to focus
Sensitivity to noise
Heavy alcohol usage
Treatment and Solutions:
Coping strategies for public places
Body scanning
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Mindfulness training
Bi-weekly counseling sessions
Results:
TB reports improvement in her symptoms after 7 sessions. He is able to sleep through the night and has not has an anxiety attack in 3 weeks, the longest stretch of time he has experienced in 2 years. TB has reconnected with former friends from work and has met them for dinner on multiple occasions. He reports more overall enjoyment of life and happiness with family and friends.