Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists in Wynnewood, PA
Trained at Harvard, Johns Hopkins, and the University of Pennsylvania, I have been in the clinical practice of psychiatry, psychotherapy, and psychopharmacology in the Philadelphia area for over forty years, and provide crisis-intervention, consultation and short- and long-term therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have extensive experience in the treatment of psychosomatic and eating disorders, depression and suicidal behavior, anxiety, psychosis, sexual and physical abuse, and addictions, among other problems, and also provide consultation and ongoing clinical supervision for mental health professionals of all disciplines.
Trained at Harvard, Johns Hopkins, and the University of Pennsylvania, I have been in the clinical practice of psychiatry, psychotherapy, and psychopharmacology in the Philadelphia area for over forty years, and provide crisis-intervention, consultation and short- and long-term therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have extensive experience in the treatment of psychosomatic and eating disorders, depression and suicidal behavior, anxiety, psychosis, sexual and physical abuse, and addictions, among other problems, and also provide consultation and ongoing clinical supervision for mental health professionals of all disciplines.
Are you looking to gain control of your mood and become the best version of yourself?
Are you ready to thrive in your personal and professional life?
I offer a holistic approach to mental wellness for clients ages 18-65. My primary focus is medication management, although all appointments involve some psychotherapy.
Are you looking to gain control of your mood and become the best version of yourself?
Are you ready to thrive in your personal and professional life?
I offer a holistic approach to mental wellness for clients ages 18-65. My primary focus is medication management, although all appointments involve some psychotherapy.
My team and I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma-related conditions and substance use disorders, particularly alcohol use.
I work under the supervision of Dr. Shoyinka, a triple-board certified psychiatrist. At Centia Health, our primary objective is to provide outstanding clinical care with a priority on making sure our clients feel heard, understood and seen. I combine medication and therapy to provide individuals and families with top quality, person-centered care. With permission, our team will speak with other clinicians involved in your care to ensure a holistic understanding of your needs. In collaboration with you, we will design a treatment plan that meets your needs.
My team and I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma-related conditions and substance use disorders, particularly alcohol use.
I work under the supervision of Dr. Shoyinka, a triple-board certified psychiatrist. At Centia Health, our primary objective is to provide outstanding clinical care with a priority on making sure our clients feel heard, understood and seen. I combine medication and therapy to provide individuals and families with top quality, person-centered care. With permission, our team will speak with other clinicians involved in your care to ensure a holistic understanding of your needs. In collaboration with you, we will design a treatment plan that meets your needs.
Fran Williams, PMHNP Fran Williams is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2018. She has a BSN from Pennsylvania State University and Master’s Degree: PMHNP from Desales University. Fran looks at the whole picture of an individual. She attempts to gain Insight about what in a person’s life led to the mental health illness and the effects of outside influences, including life events or family dynamics. She believes people seeking help for mental illness or substance use disorders should feel empowered and supported. Fran treats the individual and not the diagnosis.
Fran Williams, PMHNP Fran Williams is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2018. She has a BSN from Pennsylvania State University and Master’s Degree: PMHNP from Desales University. Fran looks at the whole picture of an individual. She attempts to gain Insight about what in a person’s life led to the mental health illness and the effects of outside influences, including life events or family dynamics. She believes people seeking help for mental illness or substance use disorders should feel empowered and supported. Fran treats the individual and not the diagnosis.
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My ideal client is a person who has been going through a hard time for whatever reason and has finally built up the courage to ask for help because no one can do it alone. They want and need a change, and they want to feel like their best selves again.
My ideal client is a person who has been going through a hard time for whatever reason and has finally built up the courage to ask for help because no one can do it alone. They want and need a change, and they want to feel like their best selves again.
Having undergone advanced training in both psychodynamic psychotherapy as well as psychopharmacology, I use the two to assess and treat a wide range of mental health conditions from major depression to generalized anxiety to post-traumatic stress.
Adjustments can often be challenging. Whether it may be a shift in career, end to a relationship, or change in phase of life, these transitions can frequently disrupt our usual patterns of thinking and behavior. My professional experience has found that having an interested, empathetic, and active listener as a psychotherapist can be extremely beneficial in assisting not only with these difficult times, but also with unforeseen situations bound to occur in the future.
Having undergone advanced training in both psychodynamic psychotherapy as well as psychopharmacology, I use the two to assess and treat a wide range of mental health conditions from major depression to generalized anxiety to post-traumatic stress.
Adjustments can often be challenging. Whether it may be a shift in career, end to a relationship, or change in phase of life, these transitions can frequently disrupt our usual patterns of thinking and behavior. My professional experience has found that having an interested, empathetic, and active listener as a psychotherapist can be extremely beneficial in assisting not only with these difficult times, but also with unforeseen situations bound to occur in the future.
Integrative Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Dreamwork.
Integrative Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Dreamwork.
I help with anxiety & stress (triggers, CBT, mindfulness), depression & mood (break patterns, healthy habits, therapy + meds), trauma & PTSD (TANT, safe processing), ADHD (focus, organization, strategies, meds), and streamline care as a therapist + psychiatric nurse practitioner.
Are life’s curveballs leaving you overwhelmed? Ready to feel more in control? With my “Empowered Mind, Empowered Life” approach, I offer a unique, holistic solution that combines talk therapy and medication management—helping you save time, energy, and stress. Drawing on two decades of hands-on therapeutic experience, I provide tried-and-true strategies for coping, healing, and growth, while my recent psychiatric nurse practitioner training ensures you receive the most up-to-date methods in psychiatric care.
I help with anxiety & stress (triggers, CBT, mindfulness), depression & mood (break patterns, healthy habits, therapy + meds), trauma & PTSD (TANT, safe processing), ADHD (focus, organization, strategies, meds), and streamline care as a therapist + psychiatric nurse practitioner.
Are life’s curveballs leaving you overwhelmed? Ready to feel more in control? With my “Empowered Mind, Empowered Life” approach, I offer a unique, holistic solution that combines talk therapy and medication management—helping you save time, energy, and stress. Drawing on two decades of hands-on therapeutic experience, I provide tried-and-true strategies for coping, healing, and growth, while my recent psychiatric nurse practitioner training ensures you receive the most up-to-date methods in psychiatric care.
Therapy: Use evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT to address anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
In envisioning my ideal client, I see someone who is grappling with various challenges that affect their overall functioning and
well-being. They may be experiencing symptoms of ADHD, leading to difficulties in maintaining focus and organization in their daily
lives. Anxiety often clouds their thoughts, manifesting in overwhelming worries and a sense of restlessness, while depression may have seeped into their outlook on life, sapping their motivation and joy. This client likely struggles with self-esteem issues, feeling inadequate or unworthy, which can be compounded by stress from various sources.
Therapy: Use evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT to address anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
In envisioning my ideal client, I see someone who is grappling with various challenges that affect their overall functioning and
well-being. They may be experiencing symptoms of ADHD, leading to difficulties in maintaining focus and organization in their daily
lives. Anxiety often clouds their thoughts, manifesting in overwhelming worries and a sense of restlessness, while depression may have seeped into their outlook on life, sapping their motivation and joy. This client likely struggles with self-esteem issues, feeling inadequate or unworthy, which can be compounded by stress from various sources.
Although I work with folks with all sorts of concerns, I am best known for work with trauma, dissociative disorders, and people who have not done well in previous psychotherapies.
I am an experienced and well-trained therapist able to use many treatment modalities. If you are highly motivated, you are my ideal patient.
Although I work with folks with all sorts of concerns, I am best known for work with trauma, dissociative disorders, and people who have not done well in previous psychotherapies.
I am an experienced and well-trained therapist able to use many treatment modalities. If you are highly motivated, you are my ideal patient.
Dr. Dustin R. Todaro is a board-certified psychiatrist who provides thoughtful, individualized medication management and psychotherapy for adults. He earned his MD and PhD at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans, LA, and completed his Psychiatry Residency at the University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine. He specializes in the treatment of a broad range of psychiatric conditions, including depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD/ trauma-associated disorders, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and psychotic spectrum disorders.
Dr. Dustin R. Todaro is a board-certified psychiatrist who provides thoughtful, individualized medication management and psychotherapy for adults. He earned his MD and PhD at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans, LA, and completed his Psychiatry Residency at the University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine. He specializes in the treatment of a broad range of psychiatric conditions, including depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD/ trauma-associated disorders, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and psychotic spectrum disorders.
I specialize in working with individuals with chronic illnesses, 65+ patients who have polypharmacy (3 or more medications), members of the LGBTQIA+ community, first responders, and those who have experienced trauma.
Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, major life transitions, or are a survivor of interpersonal violence, we'll cut through the noise and focus on what actually works for you. I use CBT, mindfulness, and talk therapy with teens, adults, and older adults (65+). My approach is direct, compassionate, and tailored. No cookie-cutter care, no judgment
I specialize in working with individuals with chronic illnesses, 65+ patients who have polypharmacy (3 or more medications), members of the LGBTQIA+ community, first responders, and those who have experienced trauma.
Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, major life transitions, or are a survivor of interpersonal violence, we'll cut through the noise and focus on what actually works for you. I use CBT, mindfulness, and talk therapy with teens, adults, and older adults (65+). My approach is direct, compassionate, and tailored. No cookie-cutter care, no judgment
I specialize in diagnosing, treating, and supporting individuals with a range of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood disorders, and more.
At Bright Mind Wellness, we are committed to providing integrative holistic care to individuals facing mental and behavioral health challenges. We understand the daily struggles associated with conditions such as Bipolar Disorder, Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD. Our dedicated team is here to support you on your journey toward healing.
I specialize in diagnosing, treating, and supporting individuals with a range of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood disorders, and more.
At Bright Mind Wellness, we are committed to providing integrative holistic care to individuals facing mental and behavioral health challenges. We understand the daily struggles associated with conditions such as Bipolar Disorder, Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD. Our dedicated team is here to support you on your journey toward healing.
These include anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, and perinatal mental health (supporting individuals who are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or currently nursing).
I have worked in various settings, including the intensive care unit, triage, drug and alcohol recovery, endoscopy, and outpatient/inpatient psychiatric clinics where I have gained a diverse and comprehensive perspective on both medical and mental health care.
These include anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, and perinatal mental health (supporting individuals who are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or currently nursing).
I have worked in various settings, including the intensive care unit, triage, drug and alcohol recovery, endoscopy, and outpatient/inpatient psychiatric clinics where I have gained a diverse and comprehensive perspective on both medical and mental health care.
I'm particularly interested in mood disorders (depression and bipolar disorder), sleep, trauma, burnout and chronic stress, and self-growth.
I'm an integrative psychiatrist who believes that mental health is not achieved with medication or talk therapy alone, and that lasting wellness requires deep exploration of the whole person. I seek to provide a truly integrated experience, one that blends the science of medicine with the art of healing, while honoring the power of intuition, spirit and human connection. I spend time exploring things that many psychiatrists don't have time for, like getting to know your life story, values, goals, and challenges to create a plan for healing. I also help you develop skills and resilience to meet life with confidence and balance.
I'm particularly interested in mood disorders (depression and bipolar disorder), sleep, trauma, burnout and chronic stress, and self-growth.
I'm an integrative psychiatrist who believes that mental health is not achieved with medication or talk therapy alone, and that lasting wellness requires deep exploration of the whole person. I seek to provide a truly integrated experience, one that blends the science of medicine with the art of healing, while honoring the power of intuition, spirit and human connection. I spend time exploring things that many psychiatrists don't have time for, like getting to know your life story, values, goals, and challenges to create a plan for healing. I also help you develop skills and resilience to meet life with confidence and balance.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 8 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to adults and adolescents. I specialize in supporting individuals managing depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and sleep disturbances. My approach is collaborative and culturally responsive, combining clinical expertise with genuine empathy to help clients restore balance, strengthen resilience, and build emotional wellness.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 8 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to adults and adolescents. I specialize in supporting individuals managing depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and sleep disturbances. My approach is collaborative and culturally responsive, combining clinical expertise with genuine empathy to help clients restore balance, strengthen resilience, and build emotional wellness.
I specialize in thoughtful psychiatric medication management for adults with anxiety, depression, trauma related conditions, and mood disorders.
My ideal client is a high-functioning adult who looks put together on the outside but feels mentally exhausted on the inside. They struggle with anxiety, depression, mood instability, or burnout that no longer improves with willpower alone. Many have tried therapy or medication before and want clarity, not guesswork. Their goal is sustainable relief, better sleep, emotional steadiness, and the ability to function without feeling overmedicated or disconnected from themselves.
I specialize in thoughtful psychiatric medication management for adults with anxiety, depression, trauma related conditions, and mood disorders.
My ideal client is a high-functioning adult who looks put together on the outside but feels mentally exhausted on the inside. They struggle with anxiety, depression, mood instability, or burnout that no longer improves with willpower alone. Many have tried therapy or medication before and want clarity, not guesswork. Their goal is sustainable relief, better sleep, emotional steadiness, and the ability to function without feeling overmedicated or disconnected from themselves.
I have a particular interest and spent many years specializing in the evaluation and treatment of complex trauma.
I provide both individualized psychotherapy of various modalities as well as evidence-based psychopharmacology services in order to alleviate an individual's struggle. I have extensive knowledge in the pharmacological management and psychotherapeutic treatment of trauma and significant experience in DBT skills training in both individual and group settings.
I have a particular interest and spent many years specializing in the evaluation and treatment of complex trauma.
I provide both individualized psychotherapy of various modalities as well as evidence-based psychopharmacology services in order to alleviate an individual's struggle. I have extensive knowledge in the pharmacological management and psychotherapeutic treatment of trauma and significant experience in DBT skills training in both individual and group settings.
Are nightmares and flashbacks related to trauma disrupting your life?
We specialize in treating trauma-related nightmares and flashbacks using non-addictive medications. Our online practice offers HIPAA-compliant video consultations, allowing you to discuss your trauma to your comfort level, or not at all. Prescriptions are sent directly to your pharmacy.
Are nightmares and flashbacks related to trauma disrupting your life?
We specialize in treating trauma-related nightmares and flashbacks using non-addictive medications. Our online practice offers HIPAA-compliant video consultations, allowing you to discuss your trauma to your comfort level, or not at all. Prescriptions are sent directly to your pharmacy.
I specialize in treatment resistant depression, mindfulness based treatments for anxiety/ PTSD, and addiction.
I began working in Mental Health in 1991. I received my BS from the University of California where I studied Biology, Cognitive Science, and Psychology. I received my medical degree from Temple University in 2002, completed my residency at Cooper Medical School Department of Psychiatry, and received my PhD from Drexel University in 2013.
I specialize in treatment resistant depression, mindfulness based treatments for anxiety/ PTSD, and addiction.
I began working in Mental Health in 1991. I received my BS from the University of California where I studied Biology, Cognitive Science, and Psychology. I received my medical degree from Temple University in 2002, completed my residency at Cooper Medical School Department of Psychiatry, and received my PhD from Drexel University in 2013.
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FAQ - Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with trauma and PTSD?
Trauma and conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are characterized by distressing symptoms like flashbacks, insomnia, intrusive memories, hopelessness, and irritability in the wake of a major event. Trauma can also result from a chronic series of events, resulting in a condition known as complex trauma. Not all individuals who experience a traumatic event seek psychiatric support or gain a diagnosis for a trauma-related disorder; indeed, many individuals with strong social supports and/or coping skills, which can contribute to resilience, can manage complex feelings after a traumatic event on their own. However, many individuals do benefit from seeing a psychiatrist for medication or other therapeutic support, particularly if they are experiencing acute symptoms or are particularly vulnerable to trauma due to other emotional conditions or challenges.
How do psychiatrists treat trauma and PTSD?
Psychiatrists can help individuals struggling with trauma by prescribing medication that helps to reduce the intensity of symptoms. Medications are often most effective, however, when used in conjunction with evidence-based therapy interventions, such as Exposure Therapy or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). These forms of treatment help individuals overcome trauma-related symptoms through guided exposure to trauma-related triggers in a controlled therapeutic environment. In some cases, psychiatrists will conduct these sessions with clients, or they may work with a client's therapist or counselor who offers these services. This team-based approach to care for trauma can be particularly useful, as can ongoing maintenance sessions with a psychiatrist even following an initial period of more intensive treatment, since many individuals with trauma or PTSD may experience relapses or the return of symptoms even after initial progress. In such cases, having a psychiatrist who can adjust the treatment plan or medication in accordance with a client's needs can be an important part of maintaining long-term recovery.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in trauma and PTSD?
The Psychology Today online directory can be a helpful resource to search for psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in trauma, PTSD, and related conditions. In addition to searching for psychiatrists who specialize in these conditions, you may consider searching by psychiatrists who specialize in working with a particular population, such as veterans or children. When searching for a provider, ask about their specific experience treating symptoms of trauma and what their approach to therapy and medication is. It is also important to determine whether their office is accessible (either close-by or via telehealth) and if they accept your insurance.