Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)

ART for PTSD

A New Way Forward. Focused Healing for PTSD.

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a unique approach to psychotherapy. ART is unique because the ART Therapist guides the client to replace the negative images in the mind that cause the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress with positive images of the client’s choosing. And this is done quickly, most often within one session! Once the negative images have been replaced by positive ones, the triggers will be gone. Nightmares and repeated intrusive thoughts will stop.

MEET OUR THERAPIST

Alexis Arzuaga, MDiv, MA, LCASA, NCC


A compassionate, certified ART therapist serving veterans in Raleigh with a trauma-informed, results-focused approach. Alexis brings deep clinical experience and a strong understanding of the veteran experience to every session.

What Is ART?

ART is a unique form of psychotherapy that uses eye movements and guided visualization to help your brain reprocess painful memories.



You don’t need to relive your trauma or tell your whole story aloud. Instead, your therapist guides you in replacing distressing images with ones that feel safe and empowering—allowing your mind and body to let go of the pain without forgetting the experience.

Many veterans report significant relief from:

  • PTSD and combat trauma
  • Nightmares or flashbacks
  • Anxiety and panic
  • Depression
  • Grief and survivor’s guilt
  • Moral injury
  • Traumatic loss

Why It Works for Veterans

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You’re in control

You choose what to focus on and how to rewrite the memory

It’s not traditional talk therapy

You don’t need to explain your trauma out loud

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It’s non-medication based

ART works without prescriptions or side effects

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It relieves the emotional and physical weight

Veterans often feel lighter, calmer, and more present afterward

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How to Access ART Through FFW Raleigh

ART is available to combat veterans and their family members as part of our trauma recovery services.

  • Sessions are free
  • Confidential and private
  • No referral needed—just reach out

Want to Learn More About ART? For more details, visit the national site, acceleratedresolutiontherapy.com

Want to Talk First?

We know it can be tough to walk into something new. If you’d like to talk to someone before attending a session, we’d be honored to connect.