PTSD Treatment in Meridian, ID
Post-traumatic stress doesn’t stay contained to memory or mood — it shows up physically, in a nervous system that stays braced for threat long after the danger has passed. As a psychiatry-trained physician, Dr. Vance treats PTSD as the whole-body condition it is.
“Just because you haven’t found a cure, doesn’t mean there isn’t one.”
— Dr. Mark Vance, MD
Signs to Watch For
- Hypervigilance or feeling constantly “on edge”
- Sleep disruption, nightmares, or difficulty falling asleep
- Physical symptoms — tension, digestive issues, or fatigue — without a clear medical cause
- Difficulty regulating emotional responses
- Avoidance of reminders of a traumatic event
Schedule a PTSD Consultation — Call Vance Medical Today
1001 N. Meridian Rd · Meridian, ID 83642 · Tue–Thu 9am–5pm
PTSD Is a Nervous System Condition, Not Just a Psychological One
Trauma changes how the nervous system processes threat, keeping the body in a heightened state of alert long after the triggering event. This isn’t simply a matter of mindset — it has measurable physiological effects, including on sleep, digestion, inflammation, and hormone regulation.
Dr. Vance’s psychiatric training allows for direct evaluation and treatment of PTSD, combined with a functional medicine lens on the physical toll chronic nervous system activation takes on the rest of the body.
Common Signs of PTSD
- Hypervigilance or feeling constantly “on edge”
- Sleep disruption, nightmares, or difficulty falling asleep
- Physical symptoms — tension, digestive issues, or fatigue — without a clear medical cause
- Difficulty regulating emotional responses
- Avoidance of reminders of a traumatic event
How Vance Medical Approaches PTSD
Treatment is coordinated through our Mental Wellness program, with additional support from our Pain Relief program’s Breathing Protocol for patients whose PTSD includes significant physical tension, panic, or breathing-related symptoms.
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Board-Certified MD
Psychiatry internship, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth
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Psychiatry-Trained
Root-cause evaluation alongside evidence-based treatment
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In-House Pharmacy
Most-prescribed medications dispensed on-site
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Meridian, Idaho
Serving Boise, Nampa, Eagle & the Treasure Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a substitute for trauma-focused therapy?
It’s meant to complement, not replace, trauma-focused therapy. Many patients benefit from combining Dr. Vance’s medical and physiological approach with ongoing talk therapy.
Will medication be part of my treatment?
It may be, depending on your specific presentation and history — Dr. Vance’s psychiatric training allows for medication management when appropriate, alongside the broader physiological approach.
Can PTSD really cause physical symptoms like digestive issues or chronic tension?
Yes — the nervous system dysregulation involved in PTSD has well-documented downstream effects on the digestive, muscular, and endocrine systems.
Ready to Understand What’s Really Going On? Call Vance Medical to Schedule Your Consultation
1001 N. Meridian Rd · Meridian, ID 83642 · Tue–Thu 9am–5pm