
Find Transformative PTSD Treatment in New York

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can feel like a constant loop—an unshakable cycle of stress, anxiety, and emotional reactivity triggered by past trauma. It doesn’t just affect your mind; it changes your body, your relationships, and the way you move through life. At Manhattan Restorative Health Sciences (MRHS), we understand the weight of PTSD and are proud to offer one of today’s most promising solutions: the stellate ganglion block (SGB).
Located in the heart of New York City, MRHS specializes in innovative PTSD care using the latest evidence-based treatments, with SGB at the forefront of our protocols. Whether you're a military veteran, first responder, assault survivor, or have experienced chronic trauma, our goal is to help you regain control of your nervous system and rediscover peace. Book a consultation to begin your path to wellness.
​
Understanding PTSD: Beyond the Trauma
PTSD is not a sign of weakness—it's the body's natural reaction to unnatural experiences. From witnessing violence to surviving accidents or long-term abuse, trauma changes the brain’s wiring, often keeping the body stuck in fight-or-flight mode. These changes can result in a wide range of symptoms, including:
​
-
Intrusive Thoughts and Flashbacks
Memories that resurface suddenly, making it feel like you’re reliving the trauma all over again.
-
Avoidance Behaviors and Emotional Numbing
Withdrawing from relationships, activities, or conversations that could trigger reminders of the event.
-
Hypervigilance and Sleep Disturbances
Constantly being on edge, struggling to sleep, or overreacting to stimuli.
-
Negative Thoughts and Mood Shifts
Persistent guilt, shame, anger, or hopelessness, often accompanied by trouble concentrating or feeling joy.
Left untreated, PTSD can affect nearly every aspect of life—from career performance and academic success to the quality of your relationships and physical health. At MRHS, we take this seriously, which is why we center your care around interventions that address both the neurological and emotional roots of PTSD.
​
Stellate Ganglion Block: A Reset for the Nervous System
The stellate ganglion block (SGB) is a powerful and underutilized treatment for PTSD that directly targets the sympathetic nervous system. By injecting a local anesthetic into a specific group of nerves located in the neck (the stellate ganglion), SGB helps “reset” the fight-or-flight response, calming the body and reducing the intensity of PTSD symptoms—immediately after the block.
​
How It Works
The stellate ganglion is a bundle of nerves involved in regulating stress, anxiety, and many bodily functions affected by trauma. When trauma disrupts this system, it can lead to chronic overstimulation, hypervigilance, and emotional dysregulation. By blocking this nerve cluster, SGB offers:
​
-
Rapid Symptom Relief
Many patients report dramatic improvements in anxiety, sleep, and emotional regulation. Resetting the fight or flight response (sympathetic nervous system) removes the physical symptoms like racing heart, chest pain, and generalized feeling of needing to escape them in the body caused by the traumatic thought. People describe it as the thoughts no longer creating that overwhelming unease in the body.
​
-
Minimal Side Effects
As a minimally invasive, outpatient procedure, SGB involves little downtime and has few risks.
-
Long-Lasting Results
The effects can last for several months, and the procedure can be repeated if necessary.
-
Complementary Benefits
SGB can make therapy more effective by reducing physical barriers to healing, such as anxiety or panic.
This treatment is gaining attention from veterans’ groups, trauma specialists, and neurological researchers alike for its ability to deliver results where other methods may fall short.
​
Why Choose MRHS for Stellate Ganglion Block PTSD Treatment?
At Manhattan Restorative Health Sciences, you’re not just another patient—we see your story, your struggle, and your potential to heal. Our specialized care model for PTSD places stellate ganglion block therapy at the center of a broader, fully customized recovery plan. Here's why New Yorkers trust MRHS:
​
-
Trauma-Focused Specialists
Our team includes highly trained neurologists and trauma clinicians with deep experience in administering SGB and understanding the underlying causes of PTSD.
-
Integrated Treatment Philosophy
We combine SGB with supportive therapies like cognitive processing therapy, somatic therapy, and neurostimulation to amplify its benefits.
-
Cutting-Edge Technology
Our state-of-the-art clinics are equipped with advanced diagnostic tools, modern imaging guidance for safe and effective injection, and tranquil environments designed to support nervous system healing.
-
A Team That Listens
Every journey begins with an in-depth consultation to understand your trauma, goals, and any previous treatments. We create a care roadmap that's truly tailored to your needs.
-
Convenient Access Across NYC
With multiple locations throughout Manhattan and surrounding boroughs, help is always nearby.
Comprehensive PTSD Treatment Beyond the Block
While the stellate ganglion block is a key pillar of our treatment strategy, we understand that healing from PTSD often requires a multi-modal approach. That's why MRHS offers a range of innovative therapies to complement and enhance the effectiveness of SGB:
​
-
Ketamine-Assisted Virtual Reality Therapy
-
Combine the fast-acting neuroplasticity effects of ketamine with guided VR experiences for trauma reprocessing and emotional release.
-
IV Infusion Therapy
Targeted relief through intravenous blends that support mood, calm the nervous system, and reduce inflammation.
​
-
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Stimulate neural pathways in underactive regions of the brain, often responsible for mood regulation and cognitive function.
​
-
AMPA Receptor Modulation
Enhance brain plasticity through protocols targeting specific neural receptors involved in learning and recovery.
-
SAINT Protocol & NeuroStar TMS
These advanced protocols are FDA-cleared and clinically shown to provide rapid relief from depression and trauma-related symptoms.
Together with SGB, these therapies form a powerful ecosystem for healing—one that addresses trauma on neurological, psychological, and physical levels.
​
A Supportive Environment for Long-Term Healing
Healing from PTSD takes courage, and we’re here to walk beside you every step of the way. At MRHS, we foster a warm, supportive atmosphere where you’ll feel seen and respected. Our care team offers:
​
-
Ongoing Progress Monitoring
Regular check-ins to evaluate your response to SGB and adjust your treatment plan as needed.
-
Collaborative Care Planning
We work closely with referring therapists or coordinate in-house psychotherapy when appropriate.
-
Educational Resources & Support
From mindfulness strategies to nervous system regulation tools, we equip you with the knowledge to sustain your progress.
Whether it’s your first time seeking help or you’ve tried other treatments before, we believe there’s always a path forward.
​
Begin Your PTSD Recovery with SGB in New York
You don’t have to keep living in survival mode. At Manhattan Restorative Health Sciences, we offer the tools, treatments, and support you need to step into healing. Our stellate ganglion block therapy offers a scientifically backed, life-changing opportunity to reset your nervous system and reclaim your peace.
​
With clinics across New York City, expert care teams, and a holistic approach that puts your well-being first, you’re never far from the support you deserve.
​
Book a consultation today to learn more about SGB and how our personalized PTSD treatments can help you move forward—calmer, stronger, and more in control.