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Living with PTSD & CPTSD

Living with PTSD or CPTSD can feel like carrying a secret no one else sees.

The hardest part isn't always the symptoms themselves—it’s the sense of being invisible, misunderstood, or brushed aside. Even people with the best intentions—friends, family, sometimes even therapists—can miss what’s really happening.

They might not realize how a stray sound, a certain word, or even a scent can pull you right back into a memory you never wanted to revisit.

When someone says “just be positive” or “try talking to someone,” it can land like another layer of loneliness. Well-meaning advice, but it misses the mark—and makes you wonder if anyone really gets it.

That’s why it’s so important to talk about what these conditions actually look like, and how we can show up for each other with understanding instead of judgment. Let's start breaking the stigma and learn what makes a real difference.

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Featured Workshops & Programs

MindBody Fitness Program

Research shows that participation in a combined, wellness counseling + fitness coaching program produces greater long term wellness benefits than participation in either of these programs alone.

We've teamed up with TRV | FIT gym to offer a joint, MindBody Fitness program where gym members and counseling clients participate in a combined fitness and counseling program tailored to their specific needs and interests.

Marriage Workshop

Every strong marriage has moments when it needs a tune-up. That's why John Gottman, Ph.D., spent four decades studying what actually works in successful marriages. Along with his wife and fellow therapist, Julie Gottman, Ph.D., he discovered that happy couples share seven specific habits—habits you can learn.

Our experienced Amplified Life counselors, specially trained in Gottman methods, will guide you through exercises and discussions that bring these principles to life.

Relationship Guidance

You've become increasingly aware that, at the very least, something's seriously out of balance in your intimate relationship and it's gone beyond the occasional argument and marital fight.

We partner with trusted Relationship Advisors who specialize in providing guidance and information for women facing challenges in their marriage and intimate relationships.

Practice Updates

June Practice Updates

• Do you have your therapist's direct phone number and email? If for some reason you don’t have this, please ask them for it or contact us at 616-499-4711 and we will be happy to provide that for you.

• Do you have a vacation planned for this summer? Please let your therapist know right away so that they can plan your sessions around the time you will be away.
  

• Flexible scheduling: Summer often brings a more flexible schedule which makes it an ideal time to connect with a therapist. Call us via phone at 616-499-4711 or email care@amplife.us and we will be happy to help.

Featured Video & FREE Media Resources 

Watch our 3-minute featured video. Depression is a common mental illness that goes beyond feeling temporarily sad. It impacts every part of a person’s life and can happen to anyone.

Check out and share all the latest interactive, wellbeing news, videos and training in our online media resources library.

Amplified Life Counseling & Coaching

(616) 499-4711  |  care@amplife.us