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We are an innovative research program that provides evidence based, highly effective treatment in ord

Columbia Trauma and PTSD Program

Our team of dedicated research scientists and experienced clinicians uphold our mission by:

1.) Conducting clinical and biological studies to improve the effects of new treatments for individuals with PTSD.

2.) Advancing the study of individual and group response to extreme traumatic events, including disasters, terrorism, political violence and war.

3.) Foste

ring state-of-the-art research of the biological and psychological underpinnings of trauma-related disorders and resilience. The Columbia Veterans Center is a part of the Columbia University PTSD Research and Treatment Program. Our department has built a reputation for excellence stemming from its longtime role as a leader of research and care related to PTSD and other mental health challenges. Columbia Research Veterans Center

At the Columbia Veterans Center, we are proud to offer evidence-based treatment for post-traumatic stress, depression, and other mental health needs encountered by veterans and their families. Services are offered to all individuals a veteran might consider family, including significant others, parents, grandparents, children, siblings, and anyone else who plays a significant role in a veteran’s life. All services are free of charge and transportation assistance is available.

11/14/2018

Matt Ryba, USMC Veteran and our Outreach and Education Coordinator, speaking today at the NYP Diversity Panel!

““The adaptability and innovation a military skillset brings... you’re constantly in a position where things aren’t going as planned but you figure out how to get things solved.” Matt Ryba of ’s Military Family Wellness Center, on what bring to new roles.”

10/29/2018

We are proud to announce that the Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) has awarded a grant to the Military Family Wellness Center at Columbia University Medical Center and New York State Psychiatric Institute to expand our ability to care for the mental health needs of returning Post 9/11 veterans, service member, and their family members in the New York City area. at www.bobwoodrufffoundation.org

07/27/2018

Make sure to stop by the NewYork-Presbyterian Military Family Wellness Center table today in the Veterans Village at the annual Lincoln Park Health Fair and Music Festival in’s Newark NJ!

07/18/2018

Dr. Ari Lowell of Columbia Vet Center/ NewYork-Presbyterian Military Family Wellness Center presented a case study and sat on the panel at the veterans mental health consortium event 'Challenges and Opportunities Treating Veterans and Military Families via Telemental Health' hosted by NYU Langone last Friday.

07/13/2018

Be sure to stop by the NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Military Family Wellness Center booth at the Sustainable Health Wellness Village at this year's Lincoln Park Music Festival July 27-29th!

06/12/2018

Thank you to everyone who came out to our event "Your Brain On The Military" aboard the Intrepid last Friday. Be sure to like us on Facebook to get updates about the next public lecture event.

06/06/2018

The New York Presbyterian Military Family Wellness Center and Intrepid Museum invite you to:
Your Brain on the Military:
Understanding Psychological Changes after Military Service
The Intrepid Museum and New-York Presbyterian Military Family Wellness Center welcome current and former military service members and their family and friends for an afternoon exploring the links between military service and the brain. Hear from researchers and veterans as they unravel myths and realities about the military and mental health.

Friday, June 8, 2018
3:30pm-5:00pm
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

This program is free with advance registration. To register, please visit https://intrepideducation.wufoo.com/forms/your-brain-on-the-military/

Speakers and Topics:
Dr. Colleen Becket-Davenport, PsyD: Maintaining Veteran Identity in a Civilian World
Dr. Benjamin Suarez-Jimenez, PhD: Neuroscience of the Brain and How We Shape Our Future
Matthew Ryba, USMC veteran: Personal Experience: Transition from the Military
Dr. Andrea Lopez-Yianilos, PsyD: The Importance of Sleep
Dr. Andrew McAleavey, PhD: Mental health in veterans: Myths and Reality

05/23/2018

The NewYork-Presbyterian Military Family Wellness Center and Columbia PTSD Research and Treatment team would like to welcome all the Marines, Sailors, and Guardsmen on their way in to New York City today for the kick off to Fleet Week!
(Photo Credit: AP / Seth Wenig)

05/17/2018

The New York Presbyterian Military Family Wellness Center and Intrepid Museum invite you to:
Your Brain on the Military:
Understanding Psychological Changes after Military Service
The Intrepid Museum and New-York Presbyterian Military Family Wellness Center welcome current and former military service members and their family and friends for an afternoon exploring the links between military service and the brain. Hear from researchers and veterans as they unravel myths and realities about the military and mental health.

Friday, June 8, 2018
3:30pm-5:00pm
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

This program is free with advance registration. To register, please visit https://intrepideducation.wufoo.com/forms/your-brain-on-the-military/.

Speakers and Topics:
Dr. Colleen Becket-Davenport, PsyD: Maintaining Veteran Identity in a Civilian World
Dr. Benjamin Suarez-Jimenez, PhD: Neuroscience of the Brain and How We Shape Our Future
Matthew Ryba, USMC veteran: Personal Experience: Transition from the Military
Dr. Andrea Lopez-Yianilos, PsyD: The Importance of Sleep
Dr. Andrew McAleavey, PhD: Mental health in veterans: Myths and Reality

05/15/2018

Dr. Colleen Becket-Davenport of the NewYork-Presbyterian Military Family Wellness Center, and Matthew Ryba, the Center’s Outreach and Education Coordinator conducted a Mental Heath Training event this morning for the staff of the USS Intrepid Museum ahead of Fleet Week and their upcoming 75th Anniversary: Busting Veteran and Mental Health Myths.

04/26/2018

Dr. Yuval Neria of the Columbia Veteran's Center recently contributed to Stand For The Troops with his input on "PTSD: Current Status, Key Challenges, and Promising Treatments"

http://sftt.org/blog/

You can help contribute to Stand For The Troops by donating to their fundraiser to help troops suffering from PTSD and traumatic brain injury here:"

https://bit.ly/2HTHO6X

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) frequently occurs after the experience of traumatic events such as wars, disasters, acute medical events, and do

03/05/2018

Meet the Columbia Veterans Center PTSD Research and Treatment Program team, and learn more about our ongoing projects!
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