The PTSD Blog

Articles on Anxiety & PTSD

Dr. Melissa Goldsmith, licensed clinical psychologist specializing in evidence-based, trauma-focused therapy, sitting in her office chair, writing a note.

Why I specialize in trauma-focused therapy (and who this work is for)

Melissa Goldsmith, PhD January 27, 2026

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Why Trauma Symptoms Can Resurface or Intensify in Perimenopause (And What You Can Do About It)

Melissa Goldsmith, PhD November 26, 2025

Quiet Signs of Healing: What Real Progress in Trauma Therapy Looks Like

Melissa Goldsmith, PhD October 15, 2025

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Beyond Relief: Real Healing From PTSD That Lasts

Melissa Goldsmith, PhD August 27, 2025

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How to know if you’re ready for trauma therapy: Signs, fears, and first steps

Melissa Goldsmith, PhD July 9, 2025

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Beyond Symptom Relief: How Two Evidence-Based Therapies For PTSD Reclaim Lives

Melissa Goldsmith, PhD June 11, 2025

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First-line therapies for PTSD you deserve to know about

Melissa Goldsmith, PhD May 19, 2025

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Finding Strength: Overcoming Avoidance in PTSD

Melissa Goldsmith, PhD April 2, 2025

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Speaking with Care: What to Say (and What Not to Say) to Support Someone with PTSD

Melissa Goldsmith, PhD March 1, 2025

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How to deal with PTSD

Melissa Goldsmith, PhD January 30, 2025

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Clarifying Anxiety, Worry, and Panic

Melissa Goldsmith, PhD December 13, 2024

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What is PTSD: What You Need to Know

Melissa Goldsmith, PhD October 28, 2024