Trauma Therapy: New Approaches
to Support Deep Healing

DR. SURUCHI CHANDRA | Trauma informed care
BETHESDA, MARYLAND I WASHINGTON DC AREA

Trauma shouldn’t define your life

With traditional treatments, many people are left with lingering symptoms like anxiety, flashbacks, and emotional numbness. That’s because trauma doesn’t just change your thoughts; it disrupts how your brain and body function.

While talk therapy helps you understand your experiences, it doesn’t fully address these deep biological changes. At our clinic, we work with you using innovative neurotherapy solutions, helping you achieve deep and lasting healing.

Neurotherapy: Healing the Brain and Body After Trauma

If you’ve struggled to find relief from the effects of trauma, neurotherapy offers a scientifically grounded solution. This cutting-edge, non-invasive approach is rooted in neuroscience and aims to rewire and rebalance your nervous system, promoting deep and lasting healing.

VAGUS NERVE STIMULATIon: Calming the Brain and Body

Neurofeedback: Rewiring the Nervous System

The vagus nerve, which links your brain to your stress response, can remain overactive after trauma, keeping you in a state of tension. Vagus nerve stimulation gently activates this nerve, helping restore calm and promote long-term physical and emotional resilience.

Trauma can leave your brain stuck in survival mode, making it hard to relax and enjoy life.
Neurofeedback monitors your brainwaves and provides feedback, which can help your nervous system move from patterns of fear and hypervigilance to a calmer, more balanced state.

"Our findings confirm the vast potential of neurofeedback to make a substantial difference in people's lives. Twenty sessions of neurofeedback resulted in a forty percent decrease in PTSD
symptoms in a group of participants with chronic histories of trauma
who had not responded to talking or drug therapy."

Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of Trauma

30-40 total
Sessions*

* The actual number of sessions vary depending on patient’s condition. While most patients train twice a week, some find that more intensive sessions at the start can jump-start their healing process. Patients with more complex conditions may need more sessions for optimal results.

40-50 MINUTEs
per sESSION

2-3 SESSIONS
per week

What does neurotherapy for trauma look like?

My commitment to helping people heal from trauma has led me to explore better options when traditional therapies fall short. I’ve found neurofeedback to be one of the most effective tools for PTSD, helping many of my patients find calm, resilience, and relief from the lingering effects of trauma.

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Meet Dr. Chandra

Providing Trauma-Informed Care

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

What is trauma? What is the difference between trauma and PTSD?

Trauma is a response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event that overwhelms a person’s ability to cope, often leaving long-lasting emotional, psychological, and physical effects. PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) is a specific condition that can develop after trauma, involving recurring symptoms like flashbacks, anxiety, nightmares, and emotional numbness. Both trauma and PTSD can significantly affect daily life, but effective treatments are available to help with recovery.

What is complex PTSD?

Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) is a condition that can develop after prolonged or repeated exposure to traumatic events, such as abuse, neglect, or captivity. Unlike regular PTSD, which often results from a single traumatic event, complex PTSD may involve more persistent symptoms like difficulties with emotional regulation, negative self-image, and problems in relationships.

What is trauma-informed care, and does your clinic provide it?

Trauma-informed care recognizes the impact of trauma and creates a safe, supportive environment for healing. It involves tailoring treatments to be sensitive to a patient’s past experiences. Yes, our clinic provides trauma-informed care, using therapies like neurotherapy and integrative medicine to address trauma’s root causes while ensuring you feel safe and empowered throughout your recovery.

Can I work with trauma therapists for other PTSD therapies, such as CBT, EMDR, or somatic therapy while doing neurotherapy?

Can neurotherapy be combined with other therapies for PTSD, such as CBT, EMDR, or somatic therapy?

Yes, neurotherapy can be combined with other therapies like CBT, EMDR, or somatic therapy. This multi-approach strategy addresses trauma on different levels—neurotherapy works on brain function, while other therapies focus on emotional and behavioral healing. Gradually introducing therapies can create a more balanced and effective healing experience.

Are neurofeedback and neurostimulation FDA-approved?

Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) and other forms of transcranial electrical stimulation are not FDA-approved for specific conditions, though they are widely used off-label in research and clinical practice. Similarly, neurofeedback is not FDA-approved for any medical condition but is considered a low-risk biofeedback therapy, typically used as an adjunct and not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.

How do I find a trauma therapist near me in Bethesda, MD and Washington, D.C.?

For those seeking other trauma-informed therapies, start by searching for licensed professionals specializing in trauma and PTSD. These therapists may offer treatments such as EMDR, Somatic Therapies, or CBT. You can also explore directories like the APA or the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) to find trauma-informed care near you.