Veteran & First Responder Mental Health Treatment

Veterans, first responders, and active duty military members carry experiences that most people will never fully understand. The weight of service, consisting of the things witnessed, survived, and carried home, can take a toll that weekly therapy alone is not always equipped to address.

At Connections Wellness Group, our trauma programs can be a great option for those who serve. We offer a structured, evidence-based path toward healing in an environment where the people around you understand the aftermath of experiencing trauma. Both in-person and virtual options are available, and same-day assessments mean you can start when you’re ready.

Specialized Trauma Care for Those Who Serve

The mission at Connections Wellness Group is to reignite the hope, love, and passion within the selfless, committed, and courageous to end silent suffering today and hereafter.

We offer mental health treatment for those dealing with trauma, such as veterans and first responders, including both in-person and virtual options across North Texas. The severity of a patient’s symptoms will determine the level of care, which can include an accelerated therapy program such as a PHP and/or an IOP. 

If you are a veteran, first responder or active duty military member in need of mental health services, our caring, professional staff is ready to answer your questions or get you started on a path toward wellness.

Conditions We Treat

Our trauma-focused programs are designed for people like veterans and first responders who have found that individual therapy or medication alone isn’t providing enough support, or who have recently completed treatment at an inpatient facility and need a structured, supportive bridge back to everyday life.

The Connections Wellness Group programs specialize in working with patients who experience:

• PTSD
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Irritability/hostility
• Poor impulse control
• Suicidal thoughts
• Substance use and abuse (dual diagnosis treatment available)

If you or a loved one is a veteran, first responder, or active duty service member and could benefit from more structured mental health support, our team is here to help without judgment or pressure.

Evidence-Based Trauma Therapies We Use

Our clinicians are trained in specialized trauma-focused therapies designed specifically for the experiences people like veterans and first responders face. Your care plan is individualized to meet your specific history, needs, and goals. 

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

TF-CBT is an evidence-based approach specifically designed to address the symptoms of trauma and PTSD. It helps patients understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in response to traumatic experiences and build healthier patterns in their place. Research consistently shows TF-CBT to be highly effective for combat-related and occupational trauma.

ACT, CBT & DBT in Group Format

Our group therapy curriculum is rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and delivered alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). In a group format, these approaches take on additional power: being surrounded by peers who have carried similar experiences creates a level of understanding and accountability that individual therapy cannot replicate. Many veterans and first responders describe their group as the first place they’ve felt truly understood.

What to Expect in Our Trauma PHP & IOP Programs

Connections Wellness Group offers a combination of evidence-based therapies and holistic approaches. We work with each patient to devise a treatment plan that addresses specific needs and goals. Regardless of your level of care, the therapeutic approaches may include the following:

Group Therapy
Group therapy is 3-4 hours per day, Monday through Friday. This includes time for emotional education, skills training, and deeper processing.

Individual Therapy
We offer weekly or biweekly individual therapy sessions as part of our accelerated therapy programs, depending on your level of need.

Medication Management
You’ll have 1-2 psychiatric visits each week to ensure we get the medications just right, should you choose to use them.

Specialized Tracks
We have specialized programs that focus on general mental health, trauma, substance use, or a combination.

The Benefits of a Trauma Treatment Program

The needs of veterans and first responders are distinct, clinically and culturally. We meet you where you are.

The benefits of our program include:

• Compassionate care from clinicians who understand service-related trauma
• Individualized treatment plans tailored to your specific history and goals
• Focus on trauma processing as well as long-term recovery and resilience
• Innovative, evidence-based therapeutic approaches including TF-CBT
• Continuity of care options (PHP, IOP) that grow with your progress
• Access to medical professionals, psychiatrists, and registered nurses
• In-person and virtual programming, with morning, afternoon, and evening options available