Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists in Seattle, WA
My focus is providing medication management for adults recovering from trauma, depression, bipolar disorder and anxiety disorders.
I bring 25 years' worth experience in the human services/mental health fields. I am excited to accompany you on your journey of recovery. -Please note I only provide very limited therapy and encourage you to connect with a therapist directly for ongoing therapy.
My focus is providing medication management for adults recovering from trauma, depression, bipolar disorder and anxiety disorders.
I bring 25 years' worth experience in the human services/mental health fields. I am excited to accompany you on your journey of recovery. -Please note I only provide very limited therapy and encourage you to connect with a therapist directly for ongoing therapy.
She is deeply committed to reducing stigma, empowering patients, and providing evidence-based, trauma-informed, and holistic psychiatric care that honors each individual beyond their diagnosis.
Sharon Smith is a board-certified psychiatric–mental health nurse whose work is grounded in compassion, advocacy, and whole-person care. Born and raised in Nacogdoches, Texas, she was shaped by a strong sense of community, resilience, and Southern hospitality- values that continue to inform her clinical approach. Sharon holds a Master of Science in Nursing in Psychiatric–Mental Health from Gonzaga University and has extensive experience across diverse healthcare settings, including dialysis, home health, med-surg, long-term care, and rehabilitation.
She is deeply committed to reducing stigma, empowering patients, and providing evidence-based, trauma-informed, and holistic psychiatric care that honors each individual beyond their diagnosis.
Sharon Smith is a board-certified psychiatric–mental health nurse whose work is grounded in compassion, advocacy, and whole-person care. Born and raised in Nacogdoches, Texas, she was shaped by a strong sense of community, resilience, and Southern hospitality- values that continue to inform her clinical approach. Sharon holds a Master of Science in Nursing in Psychiatric–Mental Health from Gonzaga University and has extensive experience across diverse healthcare settings, including dialysis, home health, med-surg, long-term care, and rehabilitation.
I work with clients who struggle with including but not limited to depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, social phobia, PTSD, and OCD.
I'm a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who takes a holistic approach to treating patients. I recognize that people are more than of their parts. Maximizing wellness is the goal when working with clients, and to this end, exploration into complex biological, psychological, social, and environmental factors is important to gain a full view of the client's needs. Clients often seek mental health treatment to alleviate distress. It is incumbent on the provider to work with clients to uncover sources of distress and develop actionable means to empower clients to improve their lives.
I work with clients who struggle with including but not limited to depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, social phobia, PTSD, and OCD.
I'm a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who takes a holistic approach to treating patients. I recognize that people are more than of their parts. Maximizing wellness is the goal when working with clients, and to this end, exploration into complex biological, psychological, social, and environmental factors is important to gain a full view of the client's needs. Clients often seek mental health treatment to alleviate distress. It is incumbent on the provider to work with clients to uncover sources of distress and develop actionable means to empower clients to improve their lives.
I particularly enjoy helping people with bipolar, OCD, and PTSD who may be searching for equilibrium and answers to the big questions these new diagnoses have brought up.
I believe people navigating early adulthood deserve specialized care. Your twenties (and thirties) can be awesome. Let’s make it happen for you! I am straightforward in my approach, listen carefully and work at your pace. In treatment I attempt to balance my expertise– the science supporting medication decisions– with your own expertise– your body and mind. If you don’t know what’s going on or how to get better, I’m happy to guide you on your path to finding out.
I particularly enjoy helping people with bipolar, OCD, and PTSD who may be searching for equilibrium and answers to the big questions these new diagnoses have brought up.
I believe people navigating early adulthood deserve specialized care. Your twenties (and thirties) can be awesome. Let’s make it happen for you! I am straightforward in my approach, listen carefully and work at your pace. In treatment I attempt to balance my expertise– the science supporting medication decisions– with your own expertise– your body and mind. If you don’t know what’s going on or how to get better, I’m happy to guide you on your path to finding out.
Holly Bard, PMHNP | Mindful Health Solutions
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Seattle, WA 98125
She specializes in treating trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Holly takes a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care. Her goal is to empower individuals to find relief and healing through personalized treatment plans. She is passionate about trauma-informed care and practices with an emphasis on recovery, resilience, and self-empowerment.
She specializes in treating trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Holly takes a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care. Her goal is to empower individuals to find relief and healing through personalized treatment plans. She is passionate about trauma-informed care and practices with an emphasis on recovery, resilience, and self-empowerment.
I work with individuals who are struggling with treatment-resistant depression or obsessive-compulsive disorder and have found limited relief with traditional treatments. My ideal clients are those seeking innovative, evidence-based options to address their mental health challenges. Many of my clients are young adults dealing with persistent symptoms that have impacted their quality of life, relationships, or sense of purpose. Their goal is to feel better, regain hope, and find effective solutions that allow them to move forward with their lives.
I work with individuals who are struggling with treatment-resistant depression or obsessive-compulsive disorder and have found limited relief with traditional treatments. My ideal clients are those seeking innovative, evidence-based options to address their mental health challenges. Many of my clients are young adults dealing with persistent symptoms that have impacted their quality of life, relationships, or sense of purpose. Their goal is to feel better, regain hope, and find effective solutions that allow them to move forward with their lives.
My interests include PTSD, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and sleep disorder.
Being a nurse practitioner allows me to deliver integrative interventions on an individual basis. I provide a holistic approach to treating mental health issues using evidence-based practices by combining various psychotherapeutic interventions with psychiatric medications when appropriate. I offer psychopharmacological education and management to assess efficacy, tolerability, and monitor for possible risks. I am client-centered and interweave individual strengths into a treatment plan to promote wellness. I encourage individuals to have an active voice in their treatment.
My interests include PTSD, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and sleep disorder.
Being a nurse practitioner allows me to deliver integrative interventions on an individual basis. I provide a holistic approach to treating mental health issues using evidence-based practices by combining various psychotherapeutic interventions with psychiatric medications when appropriate. I offer psychopharmacological education and management to assess efficacy, tolerability, and monitor for possible risks. I am client-centered and interweave individual strengths into a treatment plan to promote wellness. I encourage individuals to have an active voice in their treatment.
I conduct individual sessions for rapid trauma treatment based on a modality I developed called Experiential Transformation Therapy (ETT).
On the way to your destination, you encounter an obstacle. When this happens, there are often multiple ways to work through it. I enjoy working with those who prefer a collaboratively decided, holistic yet personalized approach to care, supported by the most current advances in psychiatry. Approached this way, we can develop a plan that works for you as an individual.
I conduct individual sessions for rapid trauma treatment based on a modality I developed called Experiential Transformation Therapy (ETT).
On the way to your destination, you encounter an obstacle. When this happens, there are often multiple ways to work through it. I enjoy working with those who prefer a collaboratively decided, holistic yet personalized approach to care, supported by the most current advances in psychiatry. Approached this way, we can develop a plan that works for you as an individual.
I work with adults dealing with a range of issues, in addition to having a particular interest in working with individuals belonging to the LGBTQIA+ community, navigating the perinatal period, or struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, or burnout.
My approach involves helping you understand yourself and patterns that may be causing pain or keeping you feeling stuck. I believe we are all oriented toward connection and growth, and will work with you on finding a path toward increased ease and a greater sense of agency.
I work with adults dealing with a range of issues, in addition to having a particular interest in working with individuals belonging to the LGBTQIA+ community, navigating the perinatal period, or struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, or burnout.
My approach involves helping you understand yourself and patterns that may be causing pain or keeping you feeling stuck. I believe we are all oriented toward connection and growth, and will work with you on finding a path toward increased ease and a greater sense of agency.
I love working with patients who are inquisitive about their mental health and who may be cautious about medication and traditional western medical practices. I hold a special interest in the use of psychedelics in psychiatry.
I love working with patients who are inquisitive about their mental health and who may be cautious about medication and traditional western medical practices. I hold a special interest in the use of psychedelics in psychiatry.
I work with individuals seeking a compassionate, evidence-based approach to mental wellness. Whether you are navigating mood disorders, relationship challenges, or life transitions, my practice offers a safe space for healing. Drawing on my extensive clinical training and deep commitment to patient care, I help clients move forward by providing top-tier medical expertise. I work collaboratively with you to develop personalized treatment plans, empowering you to cultivate resilience, find balance, and build a deeply fulfilling life.
I work with individuals seeking a compassionate, evidence-based approach to mental wellness. Whether you are navigating mood disorders, relationship challenges, or life transitions, my practice offers a safe space for healing. Drawing on my extensive clinical training and deep commitment to patient care, I help clients move forward by providing top-tier medical expertise. I work collaboratively with you to develop personalized treatment plans, empowering you to cultivate resilience, find balance, and build a deeply fulfilling life.
You may be experiencing ongoing anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, mood instability, or feeling overwhelmed by life transitions.
As a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I provide evidence-based psychiatric care focused on the whole person. I specialize in mood disorders, anxiety, trauma-related conditions, and personalized medication management tailored to your evolving needs.
You may be experiencing ongoing anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, mood instability, or feeling overwhelmed by life transitions.
As a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I provide evidence-based psychiatric care focused on the whole person. I specialize in mood disorders, anxiety, trauma-related conditions, and personalized medication management tailored to your evolving needs.
Since completing my graduate studies and residencies, I have specialized in treating adults with mental health difficulties and concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and other challenges.
I understand each of us are unique, with different and valuable lived experiences. Likewise, my approach is also uniquely tailored to each individual’s needs. I believe patient empowerment and providing space for personal input in treatment plans play an important role in achieving the best outcome for each individual.
Since completing my graduate studies and residencies, I have specialized in treating adults with mental health difficulties and concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and other challenges.
I understand each of us are unique, with different and valuable lived experiences. Likewise, my approach is also uniquely tailored to each individual’s needs. I believe patient empowerment and providing space for personal input in treatment plans play an important role in achieving the best outcome for each individual.
Judith specialize in Depression, Bipolar Disorder and anxiety and PTSD
Accepting new patients with immediate availability! Judith Nyairo is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. She has experience working with diverse patient populations and values the provider-patient relationship as the most important factor in helping patients reach their treatment goals.
Judith specialize in Depression, Bipolar Disorder and anxiety and PTSD
Accepting new patients with immediate availability! Judith Nyairo is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. She has experience working with diverse patient populations and values the provider-patient relationship as the most important factor in helping patients reach their treatment goals.
My expertise includes conducting psychiatric evaluations and treating conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and ADHD.
My approach to care is patient-centered and individualized, focusing on collaboration, empathy, and evidence-based treatment. I strive to create a supportive environment where patients feel heard and empowered in their mental health journey. My goal is to provide compassionate, holistic care that promotes lasting well-being.
My expertise includes conducting psychiatric evaluations and treating conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and ADHD.
My approach to care is patient-centered and individualized, focusing on collaboration, empathy, and evidence-based treatment. I strive to create a supportive environment where patients feel heard and empowered in their mental health journey. My goal is to provide compassionate, holistic care that promotes lasting well-being.
My journey in healthcare began over eight years ago as a nurse in both critical care & behavioral health before transitioning to advanced psychiatric practice.
Mental health is the foundation of a stable and fulfilling life & I believe everyone deserves the chance to find balance and healing that a good quality of life demands. Supporting mental health is not just about treatment, it’s about teamwork. I listen and I don’t judge. I tailor care with a whole-person approach, recognizing that mental health is deeply connected to your overall well-being and success.
My journey in healthcare began over eight years ago as a nurse in both critical care & behavioral health before transitioning to advanced psychiatric practice.
Mental health is the foundation of a stable and fulfilling life & I believe everyone deserves the chance to find balance and healing that a good quality of life demands. Supporting mental health is not just about treatment, it’s about teamwork. I listen and I don’t judge. I tailor care with a whole-person approach, recognizing that mental health is deeply connected to your overall well-being and success.
With over seven years as an APRN-Rx in telehealth psychiatry, I specialize in conservative, evidence-based medication management for anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic stress, and sleep issues.
Great News! Nicole Mutnansky is now accepting new patients for psychiatric medication management—with appointments in as little as 48 hours! Picture yourself stepping into a welcoming virtual space where crushing anxiety, lingering depression, sleepless nights, or roller-coaster moods meet expert attention and genuine compassion. Get lightning-fast access to evidence-based medication support, crystal-clear guidance, and a judgment-free zone—all tailored to help you reclaim stability, confidence, and peace of mind, sooner than you thought possible.
With over seven years as an APRN-Rx in telehealth psychiatry, I specialize in conservative, evidence-based medication management for anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic stress, and sleep issues.
Great News! Nicole Mutnansky is now accepting new patients for psychiatric medication management—with appointments in as little as 48 hours! Picture yourself stepping into a welcoming virtual space where crushing anxiety, lingering depression, sleepless nights, or roller-coaster moods meet expert attention and genuine compassion. Get lightning-fast access to evidence-based medication support, crystal-clear guidance, and a judgment-free zone—all tailored to help you reclaim stability, confidence, and peace of mind, sooner than you thought possible.
Are you navigating depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, grief, traumatic experiences, or healthcare burnout?
I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychedelic integration, and brief psychotherapeutic interventions for adults ages 18-64. I’m trained in Ketamine-Assisted Therapy, CPT, MBSR, and TF-CBT, with ongoing Hakomi Somatic Therapy training.
Are you navigating depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, grief, traumatic experiences, or healthcare burnout?
I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychedelic integration, and brief psychotherapeutic interventions for adults ages 18-64. I’m trained in Ketamine-Assisted Therapy, CPT, MBSR, and TF-CBT, with ongoing Hakomi Somatic Therapy training.
You might be struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or the lasting effects of trauma.
Imagine the relief of starting your day with a steadier heart and a clearer mind. If medication could help you get there, we’ll explore your options side by side—no pressure, no rushed decisions. You set the pace, and every choice is truly collaborative. Together, we’ll explore your story with care. You can expect an atmosphere of warmth and respect.
You might be struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or the lasting effects of trauma.
Imagine the relief of starting your day with a steadier heart and a clearer mind. If medication could help you get there, we’ll explore your options side by side—no pressure, no rushed decisions. You set the pace, and every choice is truly collaborative. Together, we’ll explore your story with care. You can expect an atmosphere of warmth and respect.
Christopher Wilson has been in the psychiatry field for over twenty years, and works with patients who have treatment-resistant depression, as well as ADHD, PTSD, and other mood disorders.
Dr. Wilson’s ideal patient is someone who is willing to collaborate with him to create the best treatment plan possible for their unique needs. He enjoys answering questions so each patient understands the process. He also aspires to be a supportive ally for patients who are LGBTQIA+ or from any other minority community.
Christopher Wilson has been in the psychiatry field for over twenty years, and works with patients who have treatment-resistant depression, as well as ADHD, PTSD, and other mood disorders.
Dr. Wilson’s ideal patient is someone who is willing to collaborate with him to create the best treatment plan possible for their unique needs. He enjoys answering questions so each patient understands the process. He also aspires to be a supportive ally for patients who are LGBTQIA+ or from any other minority community.
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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.