Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Rohnert Park, CA
Tara Leilani Metcalf-Gonzales
Marriage & Family Therapist, RDT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Methods: Talk Therapy, Trauma-Informed Mindfulness, Drama Therapy, Psychodramatic Techniques, Embodied Enactments/Experiential Therapy, Psychoeducation, Client-Centered.
I am an empathetic creative arts mental health counselor, with experience in high need areas working with children, adolescents, adults, and elders. I utilize a trauma-informed flexible model in individual, couple/relationship, and family sessions. Although I am completely comfortable with a "talk only" approach to therapy, I also value and gently offer options from exercises in theatre, dance. mindfulness practices, and diverse ability-informed movement. My primary experience has been working with adults and families with anxiety, depression, substance-use disorders, and challenges related to life transitions.
Methods: Talk Therapy, Trauma-Informed Mindfulness, Drama Therapy, Psychodramatic Techniques, Embodied Enactments/Experiential Therapy, Psychoeducation, Client-Centered.
I am an empathetic creative arts mental health counselor, with experience in high need areas working with children, adolescents, adults, and elders. I utilize a trauma-informed flexible model in individual, couple/relationship, and family sessions. Although I am completely comfortable with a "talk only" approach to therapy, I also value and gently offer options from exercises in theatre, dance. mindfulness practices, and diverse ability-informed movement. My primary experience has been working with adults and families with anxiety, depression, substance-use disorders, and challenges related to life transitions.
Brigitte I Mendoza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rohnert Park, CA 94928 (Online Only)
Navigating complex trauma amid life changes, cross-cultural individuals and couples often grapple with anxiety, depression and communication issues, while adjusting to different cultures. My approach focuses on fostering effective communication to nurture healthier relationships, enhance a sense of belonging and well-being and support personal development. Individuals and intercultural couples achieve a richer comprehension of themselves and their partners and a harmonious connection. Mi meta es ayudarle a manejar su ansiedad, depresión, conflictos culturales y de pareja, promoviendo su resiliencia, felicidad y progreso en su vida.
Navigating complex trauma amid life changes, cross-cultural individuals and couples often grapple with anxiety, depression and communication issues, while adjusting to different cultures. My approach focuses on fostering effective communication to nurture healthier relationships, enhance a sense of belonging and well-being and support personal development. Individuals and intercultural couples achieve a richer comprehension of themselves and their partners and a harmonious connection. Mi meta es ayudarle a manejar su ansiedad, depresión, conflictos culturales y de pareja, promoviendo su resiliencia, felicidad y progreso en su vida.
If you find you just are hitting a plateau which you cannot move beyond, the pain of your childhood or past trauma somehow comes up to keep you down or stuck in life or your relationships. You are seeking a Professional who is supportive, compassionate and understanding; who can help and guide you to your own answers, perfectly tailored for you, without shaming you or intimidating you. Or you are a parent and want this type of support for your child. I can help you free yourself from your past and grow into the great person you know is within you.
If you find you just are hitting a plateau which you cannot move beyond, the pain of your childhood or past trauma somehow comes up to keep you down or stuck in life or your relationships. You are seeking a Professional who is supportive, compassionate and understanding; who can help and guide you to your own answers, perfectly tailored for you, without shaming you or intimidating you. Or you are a parent and want this type of support for your child. I can help you free yourself from your past and grow into the great person you know is within you.
Marilisa 'mari' Lokna
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rohnert Park, CA 94928 (Online Only)
I'm trauma-sensitive, strength-based & depth-informed.
My ideal client is active in their own healing. At times, insight & realizations may flow freely, whereas, at other times, the journey is more introspective & contemplative. Whether this is your first experience with therapy, or you're well-seasoned and consider yourself "therapized", I welcome you to individual or couple's therapy. I like helping you recognize & identify your emotions and the impact they have on you, so you are able to tend to your feelings appropriately, and communicate your needs more effectively with those around you. This process increases intimacy, and deepens your relationship with yourself & your partner(s).
I'm trauma-sensitive, strength-based & depth-informed.
My ideal client is active in their own healing. At times, insight & realizations may flow freely, whereas, at other times, the journey is more introspective & contemplative. Whether this is your first experience with therapy, or you're well-seasoned and consider yourself "therapized", I welcome you to individual or couple's therapy. I like helping you recognize & identify your emotions and the impact they have on you, so you are able to tend to your feelings appropriately, and communicate your needs more effectively with those around you. This process increases intimacy, and deepens your relationship with yourself & your partner(s).
Jordan A. Gonzales
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Waitlist for new clients
My clinical approach is strength-based, culturally humble, and trauma-informed. I believe in working in a collaborative non-judgmental space to meet your needs and treatment goals. I'm experienced working with individuals with anxiety, depression, substance-use disorders, ADHD, PTSD, and other challenges related to life transitions and trauma across the lifespan. I primarily utilize a DBT or ACT-based art therapy approach with a critical social- justice lens and have significant experience implementing this approach with resilient adolescents and emerging adults.
My clinical approach is strength-based, culturally humble, and trauma-informed. I believe in working in a collaborative non-judgmental space to meet your needs and treatment goals. I'm experienced working with individuals with anxiety, depression, substance-use disorders, ADHD, PTSD, and other challenges related to life transitions and trauma across the lifespan. I primarily utilize a DBT or ACT-based art therapy approach with a critical social- justice lens and have significant experience implementing this approach with resilient adolescents and emerging adults.
My expertise is in trauma work, child behavior, and helping parents with the child-parent relationship.
Hello! My name is Yvette Weeks, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). My therapeutic approach is centered on fostering meaningful connections, emotional well-being, and personal growth. I specialize in working with individuals, children, and families; guiding them through challenges to discover their strengths, learn new techniques, and create positive change. I typically work with individuals, families, and children/adolescents focusing on a wide range of issues, including relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, communication challenges, behavior issues, parenting challenges, and life transitions.
My expertise is in trauma work, child behavior, and helping parents with the child-parent relationship.
Hello! My name is Yvette Weeks, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). My therapeutic approach is centered on fostering meaningful connections, emotional well-being, and personal growth. I specialize in working with individuals, children, and families; guiding them through challenges to discover their strengths, learn new techniques, and create positive change. I typically work with individuals, families, and children/adolescents focusing on a wide range of issues, including relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, communication challenges, behavior issues, parenting challenges, and life transitions.
Trauma is an invisible but very real injury that affects your daily function.
I work exclusively with couples as well as individuals seeking treatment for PSTD. I offer couples a complete assessment of their relationship using Gottman assessments and evidence based tools to move their relationship in the direction they want. In regards to PTSD treatment, I use bilateral stimulation using a lightbar to help individuals process trauma. I am trained in EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy, both modalities are evidence based and effective in the treatment of trauma. We will work together to identify the best interventions for you.
Trauma is an invisible but very real injury that affects your daily function.
I work exclusively with couples as well as individuals seeking treatment for PSTD. I offer couples a complete assessment of their relationship using Gottman assessments and evidence based tools to move their relationship in the direction they want. In regards to PTSD treatment, I use bilateral stimulation using a lightbar to help individuals process trauma. I am trained in EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy, both modalities are evidence based and effective in the treatment of trauma. We will work together to identify the best interventions for you.
I use EMDR to treat trauma as a stand-alone issue or in conjunction with eating disorder treatment.
Are you often feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or anxious? Are you struggling with relationship issues, low self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, grief, or stress? Have you realized you are relying on food to change how you're feeling? If so, food has become your crutch and it's no different than using alcohol or drugs to numb, distract, and avoid dealing with the real underlying issue. And just like any other crutch, addiction or distraction, food will not solve the underlying problem. I am here to help you uncover the underlying issue, heal the hurt, restore balanced eating and create a sense of well-being.
I use EMDR to treat trauma as a stand-alone issue or in conjunction with eating disorder treatment.
Are you often feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or anxious? Are you struggling with relationship issues, low self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, grief, or stress? Have you realized you are relying on food to change how you're feeling? If so, food has become your crutch and it's no different than using alcohol or drugs to numb, distract, and avoid dealing with the real underlying issue. And just like any other crutch, addiction or distraction, food will not solve the underlying problem. I am here to help you uncover the underlying issue, heal the hurt, restore balanced eating and create a sense of well-being.
I work with all different types of trauma and traumatic memories.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with specialties in Art Therapy and EMDR. I work with older teens and adults who are struggling with living their lives to the fullest. I can help you look at and reprocess traumas that have happened through out your life. I can offer tools to help you live more in the present and strive for the future you want. I believe that everyone can grow with their experiences and learn to thrive in their life. Together we can take this journey of self discovery.
I work with all different types of trauma and traumatic memories.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with specialties in Art Therapy and EMDR. I work with older teens and adults who are struggling with living their lives to the fullest. I can help you look at and reprocess traumas that have happened through out your life. I can offer tools to help you live more in the present and strive for the future you want. I believe that everyone can grow with their experiences and learn to thrive in their life. Together we can take this journey of self discovery.
Jeanne Vattuone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT-S, CCPC-S, CPTT-S
Verified Verified
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Willow Tree Counseling’s therapists are trained in sex addiction and betrayal partner trauma.
Sex addiction impacts the addict and their partner. Sex addicts may experience preoccupation with sexual thoughts, hide sexual behaviors or activity from others, have sought help for problematic sexual behaviors, feel controlled by their sexual desire, feel depressed after sexual behavior, or notice others have suffered due to their sexual behavior? Partners of sex addicts may experience shock, intense anger, fear, and/or pain about their partner’s sexual behaviors, experience unexpected drops in sexual interest, feel like they are on an emotional roller coaster, or notice that past trauma keeps coming back and impacting them.
Willow Tree Counseling’s therapists are trained in sex addiction and betrayal partner trauma.
Sex addiction impacts the addict and their partner. Sex addicts may experience preoccupation with sexual thoughts, hide sexual behaviors or activity from others, have sought help for problematic sexual behaviors, feel controlled by their sexual desire, feel depressed after sexual behavior, or notice others have suffered due to their sexual behavior? Partners of sex addicts may experience shock, intense anger, fear, and/or pain about their partner’s sexual behaviors, experience unexpected drops in sexual interest, feel like they are on an emotional roller coaster, or notice that past trauma keeps coming back and impacting them.
Hypnotherapy is effective because it bypasses the conscious, prefrontal cortex and communicates directly with the emotional brain, the amygdala that stores emotions, trauma, memories.
I work with clients who want to resolve childhood trauma, quit smoking or other undesirable habits. Also clients who have anxiety, depression, phobias or were subjected to sexual molestation and PTSD, can be helped through hypnotherapy. Hypnotherapy can help to heal and change the negative programs from childhood and adult trauma too. Freud, Adler, and Jung used hypnosis. All the great founders in the field of psychology used hypnosis because it had proven its effectiveness. Hypnotherapy is unique because by going to the core problem it can quickly help you heal emotional wounds and have a new, more positive life.
Hypnotherapy is effective because it bypasses the conscious, prefrontal cortex and communicates directly with the emotional brain, the amygdala that stores emotions, trauma, memories.
I work with clients who want to resolve childhood trauma, quit smoking or other undesirable habits. Also clients who have anxiety, depression, phobias or were subjected to sexual molestation and PTSD, can be helped through hypnotherapy. Hypnotherapy can help to heal and change the negative programs from childhood and adult trauma too. Freud, Adler, and Jung used hypnosis. All the great founders in the field of psychology used hypnosis because it had proven its effectiveness. Hypnotherapy is unique because by going to the core problem it can quickly help you heal emotional wounds and have a new, more positive life.
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I am a Professor of Psychology at UC Berkeley, where I lead an internationally recognized team investigating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders. I ascribe to a clinical science model, in which my research informs my practice and my practice informs my research. Additionally, I train and supervise Berkeley PhD students as they learn to provide therapy. As a therapist, I have two decades of expertise treating patients with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, and emotion regulation problems. I also have extensive experience working with daily stress, social and interpersonal relationships, and couples.
I am a Professor of Psychology at UC Berkeley, where I lead an internationally recognized team investigating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders. I ascribe to a clinical science model, in which my research informs my practice and my practice informs my research. Additionally, I train and supervise Berkeley PhD students as they learn to provide therapy. As a therapist, I have two decades of expertise treating patients with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, and emotion regulation problems. I also have extensive experience working with daily stress, social and interpersonal relationships, and couples.
I make use of over 35 years of professional experience working with a wide variety of issues, with special focus on trauma and abuse recovery, adolescent behavior problems, intimacy and relationship issues, sexual concerns, and treatment of sexually addictive/compulsive behaviors.
I provide a safe, supportive place for creative problem solving and self exploration.
Each individual has a unique combination of strengths, needs and personal history that need to be identified and used to best achieve their goals.
I view psychotherapy as a tool that can help people see new possibilities and potential in their lives, conquer fears and expand imitations.
I make use of over 35 years of professional experience working with a wide variety of issues, with special focus on trauma and abuse recovery, adolescent behavior problems, intimacy and relationship issues, sexual concerns, and treatment of sexually addictive/compulsive behaviors.
I provide a safe, supportive place for creative problem solving and self exploration.
Each individual has a unique combination of strengths, needs and personal history that need to be identified and used to best achieve their goals.
I view psychotherapy as a tool that can help people see new possibilities and potential in their lives, conquer fears and expand imitations.
In addition to my practice, I taught in university MFT programs for over ten years, and provided clinical supervision and consultation for an additional ten years at an agency serving trauma survivors.
It is possible, I believe, for life to be deeply satisfying, fulfilling and vital ~ whatever the beginning, and however difficult or confusing the present time might seem. For over 30 years in my practice, I have witnessed this again and again -- and have developed a deep respect for the stamina and resilience of the human spirit. I work to provide you with the kind of supportive context that can help you find your innate gifts, and make real the changes you envision. I focus on the ways awareness of difficulty or pain can be a key to hidden strength and renewal.
In addition to my practice, I taught in university MFT programs for over ten years, and provided clinical supervision and consultation for an additional ten years at an agency serving trauma survivors.
It is possible, I believe, for life to be deeply satisfying, fulfilling and vital ~ whatever the beginning, and however difficult or confusing the present time might seem. For over 30 years in my practice, I have witnessed this again and again -- and have developed a deep respect for the stamina and resilience of the human spirit. I work to provide you with the kind of supportive context that can help you find your innate gifts, and make real the changes you envision. I focus on the ways awareness of difficulty or pain can be a key to hidden strength and renewal.
I have 25 years experience working with children, adolescents & families in a variety of settings. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD & parenting issues. I engage with clients through play & art therapy as well as cognitive & behavioral approaches while providing a safe environment to talk. I also help clients learn appropriate coping skills and communication strategies. I believe compassion, understanding & humor are key to working with youth & families. I am trained in Trauma Focused Treatment & work collaboratively with children, adolescents & their families. Please check out my website www.jennifermorehousemft.com.
I have 25 years experience working with children, adolescents & families in a variety of settings. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD & parenting issues. I engage with clients through play & art therapy as well as cognitive & behavioral approaches while providing a safe environment to talk. I also help clients learn appropriate coping skills and communication strategies. I believe compassion, understanding & humor are key to working with youth & families. I am trained in Trauma Focused Treatment & work collaboratively with children, adolescents & their families. Please check out my website www.jennifermorehousemft.com.
Ben Schwarcz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, ACP-EFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
I have advanced training and over 10,000 hours of client experience in EFT Tapping, a powerful and effective somatic approach to healing emotional trauma in a way that talking alone cannot achieve.
Therapy should be an uplifting, inspiring and transformational experience! I have extensive training and experience using EFT Tapping for releasing traumas, negative emotions, and negative subconscious programming that holds you back in life. My main areas of focus are Trauma release, and Peak Performance Coaching, specializing in working with Entrepreneurs to reduce anxiety and self-limiting beliefs that cause stress and block creativity. Offering both short-term solution oriented therapy as well as life coaching and long-term therapy, depending on your goals and needs. I am also an EFT trainer for psychotherapists through the Association for Comprehensive Energy Psychology.
I have advanced training and over 10,000 hours of client experience in EFT Tapping, a powerful and effective somatic approach to healing emotional trauma in a way that talking alone cannot achieve.
Therapy should be an uplifting, inspiring and transformational experience! I have extensive training and experience using EFT Tapping for releasing traumas, negative emotions, and negative subconscious programming that holds you back in life. My main areas of focus are Trauma release, and Peak Performance Coaching, specializing in working with Entrepreneurs to reduce anxiety and self-limiting beliefs that cause stress and block creativity. Offering both short-term solution oriented therapy as well as life coaching and long-term therapy, depending on your goals and needs. I am also an EFT trainer for psychotherapists through the Association for Comprehensive Energy Psychology.
I have been trained to treat trauma, including early childhood abuse and have worked with Victims of Crime for many years.
The bumper sticker on my car says DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK. This statement sums up one of the most important wishes that I have for my clients and supports the work that we will do together. It is my opinion that our beliefs about ourselves and the world are our most powerful tools for change (for good or ill) that we have. At your own pace, we will explore the ways that your beliefs affect your thoughts and feelings, and work toward your goals, both great and small.
I have been trained to treat trauma, including early childhood abuse and have worked with Victims of Crime for many years.
The bumper sticker on my car says DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK. This statement sums up one of the most important wishes that I have for my clients and supports the work that we will do together. It is my opinion that our beliefs about ourselves and the world are our most powerful tools for change (for good or ill) that we have. At your own pace, we will explore the ways that your beliefs affect your thoughts and feelings, and work toward your goals, both great and small.
Carl V Mitchell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Waitlist for new clients
My background includes work with trauma, domestic violence, combat stress, & family legacies.
We work together to develop awareness, response-ability and the making of more satisfying choices. We may focus on relationships, conflicts, effective communication, boundary handling and adequate expression. Issues such as validation, power and control, trust and intimacy, anxiety, abandonment and loss are met as needed. We shift more deeply from who we thought we had to be to the integrity of what we are. We become more capable of handling feelings & behaviors within ourselves & with others.
My background includes work with trauma, domestic violence, combat stress, & family legacies.
We work together to develop awareness, response-ability and the making of more satisfying choices. We may focus on relationships, conflicts, effective communication, boundary handling and adequate expression. Issues such as validation, power and control, trust and intimacy, anxiety, abandonment and loss are met as needed. We shift more deeply from who we thought we had to be to the integrity of what we are. We become more capable of handling feelings & behaviors within ourselves & with others.
Willow Tree Counseling’s therapists are trained in sex addiction and betrayal partner trauma.
Sex addiction impacts the addict and their partner. Sex addicts may experience preoccupation with sexual thoughts, hide sexual behaviors or activity from others, have sought help for problematic sexual behaviors, feel controlled by their sexual desire, feel depressed after sexual behavior, or notice others have suffered due to their sexual behavior? Partners of sex addicts may experience shock, intense anger, fear, and/or pain about their partner’s sexual behaviors, experience unexpected drops in sexual interest, feel like they are on an emotional roller coaster, or notice that past trauma keeps coming back and impacting them.
Willow Tree Counseling’s therapists are trained in sex addiction and betrayal partner trauma.
Sex addiction impacts the addict and their partner. Sex addicts may experience preoccupation with sexual thoughts, hide sexual behaviors or activity from others, have sought help for problematic sexual behaviors, feel controlled by their sexual desire, feel depressed after sexual behavior, or notice others have suffered due to their sexual behavior? Partners of sex addicts may experience shock, intense anger, fear, and/or pain about their partner’s sexual behaviors, experience unexpected drops in sexual interest, feel like they are on an emotional roller coaster, or notice that past trauma keeps coming back and impacting them.
Garet Waterhouse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Waitlist for new clients
I have joined with hundreds of people over the years to help them reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, and have specialized training in treating complex trauma, and sex and sexuality issues.
Greetings! My practice has limited capacity, and is only able to accept new sex therapy and/or sexuality and relationship focused referrals as scheduling allows. I am no longer able to accept new insurance clients. I am licensed in California and Nevada, and offer video appointments as well as in person appointments for those in Sonoma County.
I have joined with hundreds of people over the years to help them reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, and have specialized training in treating complex trauma, and sex and sexuality issues.
Greetings! My practice has limited capacity, and is only able to accept new sex therapy and/or sexuality and relationship focused referrals as scheduling allows. I am no longer able to accept new insurance clients. I am licensed in California and Nevada, and offer video appointments as well as in person appointments for those in Sonoma County.
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When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.