Trauma-Informed Mental Health Care for Injured Workers

Workplace injuries are often more than physical.

They can leave lasting psychological effects that disrupt daily life, relationships, and the ability to return to meaningful employment. At our clinic, we specialize in providing trauma-informed, evidence-based mental health care for injured workers navigating the workers' compensation system. We are here to support not just symptom relief, but functional recovery—so patients can reclaim their confidence, stability, and work readiness after a traumatic event.

We recognize the unique challenges faced by injured workers, as well as the responsibilities held by their support teams—including attorneys, claims adjusters, and treating physicians. That’s why our care model is collaborative, timely, and goal-oriented, ensuring that every stakeholder receives clear communication, clinical documentation, and coordinated support for return-to-work planning.

Understanding PTSD in the Workplace

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. In occupational settings, this may include serious accidents, violence, threats, or life-threatening incidents.

Symptoms of PTSD can include:

  • Intrusive memories, nightmares, or flashbacks

  • Emotional numbness or detachment

  • Hypervigilance and exaggerated startle response

  • Avoidance of reminders of the trauma

  • Difficulty concentrating or sleeping

  • Feelings of fear, guilt, anger, or shame

Left untreated, PTSD can interfere with work performance, family life, and physical recovery. Unfortunately, many injured workers suffer in silence, not realizing that their emotional and psychological symptoms are normal responses to abnormal events—and are highly treatable with the right care.

Our Approach: Patient-Centered, Evidence-Based, and Work-Focused

We treat every patient as a whole person—not just a case number. Our approach is:

  • Patient-Centered: We listen closely to each individual’s goals, needs, and values. Treatment plans are personalized, respectful, and empowering.

  • Trauma-Informed: We prioritize emotional safety, transparency, trust, and choice in every aspect of care.

  • Evidence-Based: Our clinicians use proven methods grounded in clinical research and guided by best practices in occupational mental health.

  • Return-to-Work Oriented: We support patients not just in symptom reduction, but in restoring function, resilience, and confidence to resume employment when clinically appropriate.