PTSD Awareness Day June 27
Untreated PTSD Often Leads to Alcohol or Substance Abuse
Good News: PTSD Treatment Works!
PTSD Awareness Day – June 27 of Each Year
PTSD Awareness Day has been designated as June 27 of each year.
Fortunately, there are options for treating PTSD. For many people, effective treatments make symptoms less intense or get rid of symptoms altogether.
PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) is a mental health problem that some individuals can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Traumatic experiences can include a life-threatening event, like combat. a natural disaster, a car accident, or sexual assault.
Anyone can develop PTSD at any age.
Please Know: You Are Not Alone and Treatment Works.
PTSD Awareness – You Are Not Alone
To increase PTSD awareness, taking the VA self-screen is a first step to recovery. The self-screen results are not a substitute for a medical diagnosis and care.
If you’re thinking about harming yourself, or would like emotional support, help is available 24/7:
Veterans Crisis Line or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
New Start Recovery Solutions is a VA Community Care Provider
New Start Recovery Solutions is an approved VA Community Care provider for residential PTSD Dual Diagnosis Treatment.
We are in-network with TriWest, in coordination with Sierra Health and Wellness Group.
We provide behavioral health, PTSD and addiction recovery treatment for veterans and those in the military.
Using evidence-based trauma informed integrated treatment – we have dual diagnosis recovery solutions for veterans struggling with PTSD and SUD (substance use disorder) or AUD (alcohol use disorder).
We are a VA Community Care Provider
In-network with TriWest
The VA provides care to Veterans through community providers when the VA cannot provide the care needed. Community care is based on specific eligibility requirements, availability of VA care, and the needs and circumstances of individual Veterans.
Veterans – We Can Help!
Call Admissions 866-303-6275 for confidential questions and assistance.
Same Day Detox Admissions · Dual Diagnosis Rehab Treatment
Residential Rehabs | Outpatient Rehabs | Mental Health Care | Virtual IOP
We work with EAP and Union Programs and most insurance.
TriWest in-network; VA Community Care Provider
VA Community Care Process
1. Eligibility – VA confirms Veteran’s eligibility to receive community care.
2. Appointments – Veteran or VA staff member schedules appointment with a community care provider.
3. Getting Care – Veteran receives care from a community care provider in the VA network.
4. Billing – Community care provider sends bill to a Third Party Administrator or to the VA for payment.
Step 1: Contact the Northern California VA Health Care System for an Appointment for Addiction Assessment.
There are many ways for Northern California Veterans to make health care appointments.
- If you don’t have VA health care benefits, you can apply now. Apply for VA health care.
- If you’re having a medical emergency, please call 911 or call the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255, then press 1.
- Make an Appointment at the Northern California VA for an Addiction Assessment.
Step 2: → Get a referral for Community-based Addiction Recovery Treatment.
Step 3: Call New Start Recovery Solutions at 866-303-6275 for a confidential consultation; or to arrange detox and/or admittance to our rehab program.
PTSD Awareness – VA Self-Screening Test
The self-screen on the VA website can help you find out if your feelings and behaviors may be related to PTSD.
Only a trained provider can diagnose PTSD. Your responses are private and secure—they are not collected or shared.
Do not take the self-screen for someone else. If you are concerned that someone you care about might have PTSD, please share this link with them instead.
Northern California VA Services
• Main Website: https://www.northerncalifornia.va.gov
• National Center for PTSD
• Homeless Vets
• Women Veterans
• Returning Veterans
• Caregiver Support
Women Veteran Resources Northern California
• Women Veterans Health Care – VA
• Center for Women Veterans (CWV) – VA
• Transition and Care Management (OEF/OIF/OND) – VA
• VA Programs to End Homelessness Among Women Veterans
• Volunteers of America Veteran Resources, Sacramento Area
• Swords to Plowshares
• National Coalition for Homeless Veterans
• CA Veterans Assistance Foundation
VA PTSD Resources
• National Center for PTSD
• PTSD Basics: National Center for PTSD
• VA PTSD: About Face – Follow Veterans as they share their experiences with three types of therapy that are proven to work: Prolonged Exposure (PE), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
Veteran PTSD Dual Diagnosis Treatment
From PTSD and Substance Abuse in Veterans
Studies show PTSD and substance use problems are strongly related in people who served in the military; and in civilians. Some people try to cope with PTSD symptoms by drinking heavily, using drugs, or smoking too much.
The Good News: Treatment Works.
New Start Recovery Solutions evidence-based integrated treatment for veterans targets both the PTSD and alcohol or substance abuse at the same time.
PTSD symptoms can include flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety or intrusive thoughts about the event. Most people who experience traumatic events have temporary difficulty adjusting and coping.
If trauma symptoms get worse – or last more than 3 months and interfere with day-to-day functioning: you may have PTSD.
Among veterans from all eras, symptoms of PTSD have been strongly associated with hazardous drinking and/or substance abuse. Alcohol or drug abuse decreases overall health – and increases the difficulties in readjusting to civilian life. A dual diagnosis of co-occurring PTSD and alcohol or drug abuse is more serious than PTSD alone.
The good news: evidence based integrated dual diagnosis treatment is effective.
Veterans – We Can Help!
Call Admissions 866-303-6275 for confidential questions and assistance.
Same Day Detox Admissions · Dual Diagnosis Rehab Treatment
Residential Rehabs | Outpatient Rehabs | Mental Health Care | Virtual IOP
We work with EAP and Union Programs and most insurance.
TriWest in-network; VA Community Care Provider
PTSD Awareness – Symptoms of PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms may start within one month of a traumatic event.
But sometimes symptoms may not appear until years after the event. These symptoms can cause significant problems in social or work situations and in relationships. PTSD symptoms can interfere with the ability to go about normal daily tasks.
Symptoms can vary over time. And, PTSD symptoms also vary from person to person.
PTSD Symptoms are Grouped into Four Types:
• Intrusive memories.
• Avoidance.
• Negative changes in thinking and mood.
• Hypervigilance and/or changes in physical and emotional reactions.
Northern California Veteran Dual Diagnosis PTSD and Addiction Treatment
We are a VA Community Care Provider
New Start Recovery Solutions veterans program for PTSD and substance abuse uses trauma-informed integrated treatment. We work with the issues of combat stress, addictions, alcohol dependency, depression and other trauma-related disorders.
Our PTSD treatment for veterans includes a combination of cognitive behavioral and processing therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, prolonged exposure, wellness education, mindfulness, nutrition, yoga and more.
• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Motivational Interviewing
• Brainspotting
• Emotional Regulation
• Prolonged Exposure
• Relapse Prevention
• Mindfulness and Meditation
• Holistic Therapies
• Educational Programs
• Residential and Outpatient Treatment Programs
New Start Recovery Solutions | Recovery Happens Counseling Services
Confidential Consultations, Questions or Admissions
Call 866-303-6275
We are dedicated to helping those in need.
We Work with EAP and Union Programs and Accept Most Insurance
Kaiser Preferred Provider
VA Community Care Provider In-Network with TriWest
We also work out of network with most PPO insurance.
Please Note: We cannot accept Medicare, Medicaid or Medi-Cal.
Veteran Programs
We Work With:
∙ Union and EAP Programs
∙ VA Community Care Provider
∙ In-network with TriWest
• Each patient is evaluated by New Start Recovery Solutions staff and receives a biopsychosocial assessment; and an individualized treatment plan.
• We use Mindfulness for Relapse Prevention and other whole person evidence-based therapies.
• Our holistic therapies include CBT, DBT, Brainspotting, Conscious Recovery, yoga and more.
• If you or your loved one is located in Silicon Valley, San Francisco, Bay Area, San Rafael, Monterey, Sacramento, Chico, Paradise, Redding, Martinez or other Northern California area – and are dealing with a drug abuse or an alcohol use disorder – welcome to evidence-based whole person addiction treatment at New Start Recovery Solutions.
• New Start Recovery Solutions is a VA Community Care Provider; in-network with TriWest.
• Our trauma-informed dual diagnosis treatment is effective for PTSD, depression, anxiety and more.
• Military and Veteran PTSD Treatment Programs – Residential and Outpatient.
• Treatment Programs for First Responders, Union Members and Professionals.
Please call our Admissions at 866-303-6275 for more information.
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