Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Lowndes County, GA
Does unresolved trauma weigh heavily on you, or do you find yourself overwhelmed by anxiety, sleepless nights, or constant emotional turbulence?
My counseling sessions, both individual and group, address a wide range of concerns, including substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. My goal is to provide a safe environment where you can explore your inner thoughts and emotions, guiding you towards healing and promoting personal growth.
Does unresolved trauma weigh heavily on you, or do you find yourself overwhelmed by anxiety, sleepless nights, or constant emotional turbulence?
My counseling sessions, both individual and group, address a wide range of concerns, including substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. My goal is to provide a safe environment where you can explore your inner thoughts and emotions, guiding you towards healing and promoting personal growth.
Whether your concerns are specific- work, family, relationships, trauma or more abstract- feeling lonely, empty, stuck or misunderstood, therapy can be a tool in helping you navigate life.
I have over 10 years of experience working with adults and adolescents dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief/loss, family/relationship concerns, LGBTQI+ concerns, self-esteem concerns, substance use, and work/life balance concerns. I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing concerns related to identity, race and religious beliefs.
Whether your concerns are specific- work, family, relationships, trauma or more abstract- feeling lonely, empty, stuck or misunderstood, therapy can be a tool in helping you navigate life.
I have over 10 years of experience working with adults and adolescents dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief/loss, family/relationship concerns, LGBTQI+ concerns, self-esteem concerns, substance use, and work/life balance concerns. I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing concerns related to identity, race and religious beliefs.
Dr. Sheba M Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, TF-CBT, EMDR-T
Verified Verified
Valdosta, GA 31602
I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trained in EMDR and Play Therapy.
I believe that everyone deserves an opportunity to live the life they desire. I love working with people and seeing them live a life of purpose. My primary goal with every client is to help them get to where they want to be. I have worked in human services for over seventeen years and as a therapist for eight years. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment that encourages growth. Please contact me today to discuss how I can assist you on your journey to healing and liberation.
I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trained in EMDR and Play Therapy.
I believe that everyone deserves an opportunity to live the life they desire. I love working with people and seeing them live a life of purpose. My primary goal with every client is to help them get to where they want to be. I have worked in human services for over seventeen years and as a therapist for eight years. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment that encourages growth. Please contact me today to discuss how I can assist you on your journey to healing and liberation.
EnSpire Counseling & Wellness, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, RPT, CFRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31602
In addition, we offer group, play, and family therapy, EMDR/ trauma therapy, and medication assessment & management.
EnSpire Counseling & Wellness is a comprehensive Mental Health & Wellness Center comprised of a multidisciplinary team of dedicated healthcare and wellness professionals providing hope, healing, and restoration. Our purpose is to help create a healthy and supportive environment for clients' success through services that address and enhance overall emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness. EnSpire’s mission and philosophy is holistic and designed to empower, encourage, and enlighten individuals, families, and couples in our local and surrounding communities.
In addition, we offer group, play, and family therapy, EMDR/ trauma therapy, and medication assessment & management.
EnSpire Counseling & Wellness is a comprehensive Mental Health & Wellness Center comprised of a multidisciplinary team of dedicated healthcare and wellness professionals providing hope, healing, and restoration. Our purpose is to help create a healthy and supportive environment for clients' success through services that address and enhance overall emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness. EnSpire’s mission and philosophy is holistic and designed to empower, encourage, and enlighten individuals, families, and couples in our local and surrounding communities.
Kristi B Godwin
Marriage & Family Therapist, DPA, LMFT, CCTP, EMDR-T
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31602
The majority of my experience is trauma-focused, so my specialty areas are PTSD and dissociative disorders.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, trained in systems theory, and work to incorporate as many aspects of my client's system into therapy as possible.
The majority of my experience is trauma-focused, so my specialty areas are PTSD and dissociative disorders.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, trained in systems theory, and work to incorporate as many aspects of my client's system into therapy as possible.
Amanda has special training in various evidence-based therapies to treat trauma.
Amanda always strives to focus on your present needs and how to live your best life in the here and now. She has extensive knowledge and training in the areas of trauma, anxiety, depression, marital concerns, and phase of life challenges. She utilizes evidenced-based practices that focus on improving the whole person, not just symptoms.
Amanda has special training in various evidence-based therapies to treat trauma.
Amanda always strives to focus on your present needs and how to live your best life in the here and now. She has extensive knowledge and training in the areas of trauma, anxiety, depression, marital concerns, and phase of life challenges. She utilizes evidenced-based practices that focus on improving the whole person, not just symptoms.
Leah C. McMillan
Marriage & Family Therapist, DPA, LMFT, CFRC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31602
I have extensive clinical experience, 20 years+, working in the trauma-related, mental health, and counseling fields.
My areas of specialty focus/expertise are PTSD/ trauma, intimate partner violence, sexual assault/rape, child abuse, grief, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, couple/marital, divorce/co-parenting, & vicarious traumatization. I specialize in an eclectic modality of therapy utilizing CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, person-centered, and solution-focused therapy.
I have extensive clinical experience, 20 years+, working in the trauma-related, mental health, and counseling fields.
My areas of specialty focus/expertise are PTSD/ trauma, intimate partner violence, sexual assault/rape, child abuse, grief, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, couple/marital, divorce/co-parenting, & vicarious traumatization. I specialize in an eclectic modality of therapy utilizing CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, person-centered, and solution-focused therapy.
For 20 years, I have specialized in PTSD, anxiety, phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, psychosis and addiction…basically anything related to trauma.
I offer the Bi-Lateral Analysis Stimulation Technique (BLAST) and I am a Certified Advanced BLAST Practitioner and currently one of 5 BLAST Trainers in the world (the only one in the US). I also provide Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Neurolinguistic Programming, and Hypnotherapy. I am also a Sports Performance Mind Coach.
For 20 years, I have specialized in PTSD, anxiety, phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, psychosis and addiction…basically anything related to trauma.
I offer the Bi-Lateral Analysis Stimulation Technique (BLAST) and I am a Certified Advanced BLAST Practitioner and currently one of 5 BLAST Trainers in the world (the only one in the US). I also provide Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Neurolinguistic Programming, and Hypnotherapy. I am also a Sports Performance Mind Coach.
Schilling Thomas Therapy Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31601
Much of my practice focuses on PTSD, self-criticism, negative self-image, and unhealthy relationships.
I use trauma-focused, insight-oriented, and EMDR therapeutic approaches to help clients understand their childhood trauma and develop healthy self-talk. During your sessions, we will work together to understand how your past experiences continue to shape your present-day experiences and work to develop self-compassion.
Much of my practice focuses on PTSD, self-criticism, negative self-image, and unhealthy relationships.
I use trauma-focused, insight-oriented, and EMDR therapeutic approaches to help clients understand their childhood trauma and develop healthy self-talk. During your sessions, we will work together to understand how your past experiences continue to shape your present-day experiences and work to develop self-compassion.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Christian Counselor with experience in supporting and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds facing a range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, stress management, relationship challenges, childhood wounds, and life stressors.
I am a Certified Clinical Supervisor through NASWGA. I offer virtual clinical supervision services for LCSW candidates towards licensure at $100/supervision hour. I am passionate about helping the next generation of clinicians providers.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Christian Counselor with experience in supporting and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds facing a range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, stress management, relationship challenges, childhood wounds, and life stressors.
I am a Certified Clinical Supervisor through NASWGA. I offer virtual clinical supervision services for LCSW candidates towards licensure at $100/supervision hour. I am passionate about helping the next generation of clinicians providers.
Demetria M Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MAC, CCTP, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31601
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a niche' of mental health, substance abuse, and trauma to African American teenagers and women.
I offer counseling in the areas of trauma; self-esteem/ self-worth; relationships; single parent/blended families and family issues. Most of our daily issues can be resolved through counseling and/or coaching; However, both require honest communication, problem-solving and goal setting.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a niche' of mental health, substance abuse, and trauma to African American teenagers and women.
I offer counseling in the areas of trauma; self-esteem/ self-worth; relationships; single parent/blended families and family issues. Most of our daily issues can be resolved through counseling and/or coaching; However, both require honest communication, problem-solving and goal setting.
Meet Our Trauma and PTSD Therapists
I specialize in all Trauma/ PTSD, depression, stress/anxiety, racial issues, and couple/family issues.
Therapy with me looks like support, growth, gaining strength, and insight along the way. You don't have to take the struggles of life alone. I have been a therapist for 12 years and I am truly passionate about providing a safe space for all my clients. I enjoy creating a calm, non-judgmental, and peaceful environment for clients to be their full and true selves as they evolve, while accomplishing their goals. I teach clients how to empower and heal themselves. I provide services for individuals (adults & adolescents) couples, and families. I work with people between the ages of 18- 65+. Including all demographics, and backgrounds.
I specialize in all Trauma/ PTSD, depression, stress/anxiety, racial issues, and couple/family issues.
Therapy with me looks like support, growth, gaining strength, and insight along the way. You don't have to take the struggles of life alone. I have been a therapist for 12 years and I am truly passionate about providing a safe space for all my clients. I enjoy creating a calm, non-judgmental, and peaceful environment for clients to be their full and true selves as they evolve, while accomplishing their goals. I teach clients how to empower and heal themselves. I provide services for individuals (adults & adolescents) couples, and families. I work with people between the ages of 18- 65+. Including all demographics, and backgrounds.
Are you carrying the weight of grief, depression, or trauma?
I'm Kiwana Kiser, and I’m here to be your lifeline—offering support and healing every step of the way. I understand that healing isn’t a straight path, and that’s okay. Wherever you are in your journey, I’ll meet you there and help you move forward at your own pace. Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone-we’ll work through it together.
Are you carrying the weight of grief, depression, or trauma?
I'm Kiwana Kiser, and I’m here to be your lifeline—offering support and healing every step of the way. I understand that healing isn’t a straight path, and that’s okay. Wherever you are in your journey, I’ll meet you there and help you move forward at your own pace. Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone-we’ll work through it together.
I desire to help individuals, couples, and families heal their hearts of trauma(s).
Hi, I am a licensed marriage & family therapist in Georgia and Florida with experience working with diverse populations regarding mental health, substance abuse concerns, and daily life stressors. I have a passion for assisting individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, co-dependency, and self-esteem issues, which negatively affect their personal, social, and occupational functioning. My integrative and holistic approach to therapy aids me in utilizing effective techniques to guide clients in addressing problems, establishing attainable goals, and increasing their willingness to participate in sessions.
I desire to help individuals, couples, and families heal their hearts of trauma(s).
Hi, I am a licensed marriage & family therapist in Georgia and Florida with experience working with diverse populations regarding mental health, substance abuse concerns, and daily life stressors. I have a passion for assisting individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, co-dependency, and self-esteem issues, which negatively affect their personal, social, and occupational functioning. My integrative and holistic approach to therapy aids me in utilizing effective techniques to guide clients in addressing problems, establishing attainable goals, and increasing their willingness to participate in sessions.
I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a broad spectrum of issues including trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ADHD, grief, and a variety of other mental health issues.
I am passionate about empowering people to make positive changes in their lives. I recognize that people have the ability to change, but often lack the confidence or direction to do so. I do not believe there is a one-size fits all approach to therapy and I strive to develop genuine connections so that therapeutic services are personalized to the needs of each client.
I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a broad spectrum of issues including trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ADHD, grief, and a variety of other mental health issues.
I am passionate about empowering people to make positive changes in their lives. I recognize that people have the ability to change, but often lack the confidence or direction to do so. I do not believe there is a one-size fits all approach to therapy and I strive to develop genuine connections so that therapeutic services are personalized to the needs of each client.
I integrate different modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused CBT, transpersonal therapy, and expressive arts, to support clients in their healing process.
However, my personal experiences drive my passion for mental health counseling. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I empower individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma to embark on a transformative journey toward healing.
I integrate different modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused CBT, transpersonal therapy, and expressive arts, to support clients in their healing process.
However, my personal experiences drive my passion for mental health counseling. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I empower individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma to embark on a transformative journey toward healing.
My practice embraces those traversing the intricate landscapes of relational and attachment challenges, acute and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, low self-esteem, substance use, anger, grief, and the many transitions life presents.
As an LMFT, I am trained in systems theory, which allows me to view my clients within their broader context to understand how their current therapy issues persist. Additionally, I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and EMDR-trained, enabling me to effectively support clients who have faced both acute and complex trauma.
My practice embraces those traversing the intricate landscapes of relational and attachment challenges, acute and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, low self-esteem, substance use, anger, grief, and the many transitions life presents.
As an LMFT, I am trained in systems theory, which allows me to view my clients within their broader context to understand how their current therapy issues persist. Additionally, I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and EMDR-trained, enabling me to effectively support clients who have faced both acute and complex trauma.
Traci Zajdel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Valdosta, GA 31602
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and specialize in working with individuals and families impacted by Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, particularly related to military service.
The clients I work with often come to me feeling as though they are alone in their struggles and need someone to reassure them that they have the capabilities and strengths within them to work through their circumstances and grow as individuals in the process. They are seeking connection through warm, genuine positive regard and curiosity to understand their unique framework of beliefs and values.
I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and specialize in working with individuals and families impacted by Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, particularly related to military service.
The clients I work with often come to me feeling as though they are alone in their struggles and need someone to reassure them that they have the capabilities and strengths within them to work through their circumstances and grow as individuals in the process. They are seeking connection through warm, genuine positive regard and curiosity to understand their unique framework of beliefs and values.
I am certified trauma therapist as well as I am EMDR certified (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing).
In addition to my education and certification I have experience in working with victims of domestic violence and physical/sexual/emotional abuse. I have also worked with individuals and groups who have experienced various forms of substance abuse.
I am certified trauma therapist as well as I am EMDR certified (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing).
In addition to my education and certification I have experience in working with victims of domestic violence and physical/sexual/emotional abuse. I have also worked with individuals and groups who have experienced various forms of substance abuse.
I successfully treat complex traumas and PTSD.
Is life scary sometimes? Is it hard for you to have the confidence to tackle the big things in life? Do you sometimes notice a younger part of yourself that needs comfort? I help those of you who suffer from unresolved traumas both big and small. I pull from my experiences of mother, grandmother, wife, widow, sister, daughter. Together we can explore the different parts of self and how our roles and relationships affect us.
I successfully treat complex traumas and PTSD.
Is life scary sometimes? Is it hard for you to have the confidence to tackle the big things in life? Do you sometimes notice a younger part of yourself that needs comfort? I help those of you who suffer from unresolved traumas both big and small. I pull from my experiences of mother, grandmother, wife, widow, sister, daughter. Together we can explore the different parts of self and how our roles and relationships affect us.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
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.