A Calm, Supportive Wellness Experience
Living with the effects of trauma can make it difficult to feel calm, secure and fully present in everyday life.
Imagine Laserworks offers a gentle, non-invasive wellness program designed to complement the care provided by qualified healthcare and mental-health professionals.
Our PTSD Wellness Support program uses Bio-Electric Stimulation and Light Therapy to encourage relaxation, support emotional balance and promote a greater sense of overall well-being.
There are no needles, medications or invasive procedures. You will not be required to describe or relive the traumatic experience during your Imagine Laserworks session.
Contact your nearest Imagine Laserworks location to learn more about PTSD Wellness Support.
Understanding PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder, commonly known as PTSD, is a mental-health condition that can develop after a person experiences, witnesses or learns about a traumatic event.
Trauma can affect anyone. PTSD is not limited to military personnel or first responders. It may also affect people who have experienced:
- A serious accident or injury
- Physical or sexual assault
- Domestic violence
- Childhood trauma
- A natural disaster
- The unexpected death of someone close
- Military service or combat
- Police, paramedic, firefighting or emergency work
- Workplace violence
- A serious medical event
- Repeated exposure to distressing situations
Only a qualified healthcare or mental-health professional can diagnose PTSD.
Common Signs of Trauma-Related Stress
People respond to trauma in different ways. Symptoms can vary in their type, frequency and intensity.
Some possible signs include:
- Disturbing memories or nightmares
- Feeling as though the event is happening again
- Becoming upset when reminded of the experience
- Avoiding people, places or conversations connected to the trauma
- Feeling constantly alert or on guard
- Being easily startled
- Difficulty relaxing
- Trouble falling asleep or staying asleep
- Difficulty concentrating
- Irritability or angry outbursts
- Feelings of fear, guilt or shame
- Feeling emotionally numb or disconnected
- Withdrawing from family and friends
- Physical tension, sweating, trembling or nausea
- Using alcohol or other substances to cope
Experiencing some of these symptoms does not necessarily mean that someone has PTSD. A proper assessment must be completed by a qualified professional.
Complementary Wellness Support
Imagine Laserworks does not diagnose or treat PTSD. Our program is intended to provide complementary wellness support alongside appropriate professional care.
We use Bio-Electric Stimulation and Light Therapy to stimulate carefully selected points on the ears and body. These points are traditionally associated with relaxation, nervous-system balance and general well-being.
The purpose of the session is to provide a calm and comfortable wellness experience. It is not psychotherapy, counseling or trauma processing.
How PTSD Wellness Support May Help
Individual experiences vary. Our program may help support:
- A calmer and more relaxed state
- Reduced feelings of everyday tension
- Improved ability to settle and unwind
- Emotional balance
- Healthier sleep routines
- A greater sense of personal well-being
- Improved awareness of stress responses
- Healthy stress-management habits
- A feeling of being supported during recovery
Some clients report feeling relaxed during or after their session. Others may notice gradual changes as they combine wellness sessions with professional care and healthy daily routines.
No particular result can be guaranteed.
You Do Not Have to Relive the Trauma
An Imagine Laserworks session does not require you to explain the details of what happened or reconstruct the traumatic experience.
Your practitioner may ask general questions about:
- Your current wellness concerns
- Your sleep and relaxation patterns
- Situations that increase your stress
- Your personal wellness goals
- Whether you are currently receiving professional care
- Any health conditions or medications that may be relevant
You may share only the information you are comfortable discussing.
Imagine Laserworks practitioners do not provide trauma counselling or psychotherapy unless they hold separate professional qualifications authorizing them to do so.
What Happens During a Session?
Your appointment begins with a confidential wellness consultation. Your practitioner will explain the process and discuss what you hope to gain from the session.
Your personalized appointment may include:
- A review of your current wellness concerns
- A discussion of your relaxation and sleep patterns
- Gentle Bio-Electric Stimulation and Light Therapy
- Stimulation of selected points on the ears and body
- Time to rest in a quiet and comfortable environment
- General recommendations for supporting relaxation at home
- A personalized plan for additional sessions, when appropriate
The session is non-invasive and does not involve needles.
Appointment times and the number of recommended sessions may vary by location and individual need.
Working Alongside Professional Care
PTSD can have a serious effect on a person’s relationships, work, health and quality of life. Qualified professional care should remain an important part of recovery.
Depending on individual needs, professional PTSD care may include:
- Assessment by a doctor or mental-health professional
- Trauma-informed counseling
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Trauma-focused psychotherapy
- Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing
- Medication prescribed by a qualified healthcare professional
- Peer or group support
- Substance-use support
- Family counseling
- Crisis support when necessary
Imagine Laserworks should be used as a complementary wellness service and not as a replacement for any of these forms of care.
Do not stop counseling, therapy or prescribed medication because you feel better after an Imagine Laserworks session. Speak with the appropriate healthcare professional before changing any part of your treatment plan.
Supporting Yourself Between Sessions
Small and consistent routines may help create a greater sense of stability.
Consider:
- Maintaining a regular sleep and wake schedule
- Eating regular, balanced meals
- Drinking enough water
- Limiting excess caffeine and alcohol
- Practising slow and comfortable breathing
- Taking gentle walks or spending time outdoors
- Creating a quiet evening routine
- Staying connected with trusted people
- Using grounding techniques recommended by your therapist
- Continuing scheduled medical or counseling appointments
- Asking for help when symptoms become difficult to manage
Recovery does not happen at the same pace for everyone. Asking for support is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Why Choose Imagine Laserworks?
- Gentle and non-invasive sessions
- No needles
- No medication provided
- A private and comfortable wellness environment
- Personalized support based on individual goals
- No requirement to describe or relive the traumatic event
- Experienced Imagine Laserworks practitioners
- Programs designed to complement professional care
- Locations across Canada and internationally
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Imagine Laserworks treat PTSD?
No. PTSD is a mental-health condition that requires assessment and treatment from qualified professionals. Imagine Laserworks provides complementary wellness support intended to encourage relaxation and overall well-being.
Will I have to discuss what happened to me?
No. You will not be required to describe or relive the traumatic experience. Your practitioner may ask general questions about your current wellness concerns and goals, but you control what personal information you share.
Is the session painful?
No. Sessions are non-invasive and do not use needles. Most clients find the experience comfortable and relaxing.
How many sessions will I need?
Every person is different. Your practitioner will discuss an appropriate wellness plan after learning about your needs and goals. Individual results and the number of sessions required can vary.
Will I notice a difference immediately?
Some clients report feeling relaxed during or after a session. Others may experience more gradual changes. Results cannot be guaranteed.
Can I stop taking my medication?
No. Never stop or change prescribed medication without speaking with the healthcare professional who prescribed it.
Can this replace counseling or psychotherapy?
No. Imagine Laserworks PTSD Wellness Support is not a substitute for counseling, psychotherapy, medical treatment or crisis care.
Can veterans and first responders use this program?
Yes. The program may be used by veterans, first responders and other adults seeking complementary wellness support. Anyone experiencing PTSD symptoms should also receive guidance from a qualified healthcare or mental-health professional.
Take a Gentle Step Toward Greater Well-Being
You do not have to manage the effects of trauma entirely on your own.
Imagine Laserworks offers a calm, respectful and non-invasive wellness experience designed to complement your existing care and support relaxation, balance and overall well-being.
Contact your nearest Imagine Laserworks location to ask questions or arrange a confidential PTSD Wellness Support consultation.
Additional PTSD Information
For reliable information about trauma, PTSD symptoms and available forms of professional care, visit the Government of Canada Trauma and PTSD resource.
Veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, RCMP members and their families can also find specialized information and assistance through Veterans Affairs Canada.
Contact your nearest Imagine Laserworks location
For reliable information about trauma, PTSD symptoms and professional care, visit the Government of Canada Trauma and PTSD resource.
Important Safety Information
Imagine Laserworks provides complementary wellness services. Our PTSD Wellness Support program does not diagnose, treat, cure or prevent PTSD or any other medical or mental-health condition.
If symptoms are severe, persistent or interfering with daily life, contact a qualified healthcare or mental-health professional.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call local emergency services. In Canada and the United States, call or text 988 for immediate suicide-crisis support.
