First Responders Therapists in Indianapolis, IN
I specialize in working with veterans, first responders, and adults across Indiana and Illinois impacted by trauma.
I am a Christian clinical psychologist trained in CPT, EMDR, PE, and other trauma-focused therapies proven to reduce PTSD symptoms. Together, we will safely process traumatic memories, reduce avoidance patterns, and build practical tools to restore stability, confidence, and control.
I specialize in working with veterans, first responders, and adults across Indiana and Illinois impacted by trauma.
I am a Christian clinical psychologist trained in CPT, EMDR, PE, and other trauma-focused therapies proven to reduce PTSD symptoms. Together, we will safely process traumatic memories, reduce avoidance patterns, and build practical tools to restore stability, confidence, and control.
Amanda Helfrich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Indianapolis, IN 46250
Waitlist for new clients
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience, I’m committed to providing a warm, supportive space where you feel genuinely heard, seen, and respected. I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, relationship issues, and major life transitions. I have a strong passion for supporting men’s mental health, veterans, older adults, and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience, I’m committed to providing a warm, supportive space where you feel genuinely heard, seen, and respected. I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, relationship issues, and major life transitions. I have a strong passion for supporting men’s mental health, veterans, older adults, and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 21 years of experience working with medical professionals, first responders, law enforcement, military personnel, and/or their families.
As first responders, spouses, and parents often we put everyone else's needs above our own until we have nothing left to give. This is when we realize we need the help and quick. I offer a no judgement space with after hours, early am, and weekend virtual sessions in order to accommodate schedules. I stand ready to serve you and yours.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 21 years of experience working with medical professionals, first responders, law enforcement, military personnel, and/or their families.
As first responders, spouses, and parents often we put everyone else's needs above our own until we have nothing left to give. This is when we realize we need the help and quick. I offer a no judgement space with after hours, early am, and weekend virtual sessions in order to accommodate schedules. I stand ready to serve you and yours.
I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology and a Masters of Mental Health Counseling from Indiana University – Columbus. I am committed to serving teens to adults and have been working with this population to help manage depression, anxiety, to process trauma, significant losses, and manage every day struggles. I have a passion working with the LGTBQ+ population and suicidality. In my personal time, I love spending time with friends, family and dogs. I can usually be found reading a book, traveling to new places or hanging out with Mickey Mouse at Disney.
I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology and a Masters of Mental Health Counseling from Indiana University – Columbus. I am committed to serving teens to adults and have been working with this population to help manage depression, anxiety, to process trauma, significant losses, and manage every day struggles. I have a passion working with the LGTBQ+ population and suicidality. In my personal time, I love spending time with friends, family and dogs. I can usually be found reading a book, traveling to new places or hanging out with Mickey Mouse at Disney.
No matter where you are at in your readiness for change, I will meet you right where you are and help you work towards your mental health goals at the pace that works best for you. Each client comes with a unique perspective on life and mental health that should be heard, seen, and appreciated throughout the process. I love working with clients who recognize the collaborative experience that comes from therapy. Clients that desire to become the best version of themselves. I am passionate about serving clients with diverse perspectives, values, and lived experiences.
No matter where you are at in your readiness for change, I will meet you right where you are and help you work towards your mental health goals at the pace that works best for you. Each client comes with a unique perspective on life and mental health that should be heard, seen, and appreciated throughout the process. I love working with clients who recognize the collaborative experience that comes from therapy. Clients that desire to become the best version of themselves. I am passionate about serving clients with diverse perspectives, values, and lived experiences.
You made the decision to seek therapy, and you also realized you don't want it to take weeks, months, or years.
Welcome to Hearthspring Therapy Intensives, where we utilize Brainspotting and a focused, intentional space to process trauma in a matter of days instead of weeks.
Trauma doesn’t live in neat, 50-minute segments. It lives in the body, in relationships, in the nervous system.
An intensive allows us to move beyond surface-level coping into meaningful processing, stay with the work long enough for real integration, and creates measurable progress in a short, contained period of time.
You made the decision to seek therapy, and you also realized you don't want it to take weeks, months, or years.
Welcome to Hearthspring Therapy Intensives, where we utilize Brainspotting and a focused, intentional space to process trauma in a matter of days instead of weeks.
Trauma doesn’t live in neat, 50-minute segments. It lives in the body, in relationships, in the nervous system.
An intensive allows us to move beyond surface-level coping into meaningful processing, stay with the work long enough for real integration, and creates measurable progress in a short, contained period of time.
I am a trauma-informed clinician dedicated to helping survivors of interpersonal and family violence move forward therapeutically with safety, respect, and evidence-based care. I create a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients’ experiences are validated and their autonomy honored. My first priorities are stabilization and safety: collaboratively developing personalized safety plans, addressing immediate practical needs, and building emotional regulation and grounding skills so clients can reduce distress and feel more present in their lives.
I am a trauma-informed clinician dedicated to helping survivors of interpersonal and family violence move forward therapeutically with safety, respect, and evidence-based care. I create a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients’ experiences are validated and their autonomy honored. My first priorities are stabilization and safety: collaboratively developing personalized safety plans, addressing immediate practical needs, and building emotional regulation and grounding skills so clients can reduce distress and feel more present in their lives.
I am Morgan Girtman, MSW, LCSW, and I specialize in walking alongside individuals of all ages as they navigate anxiety, grief, depression, life transitions, and chronic illnesses. Through compassionate, client-centered care, I provide a supportive space for healing and growth, where trust, validation, and empathy are at the heart of my work with clients.
I work with children, teens, and adults facing emotional challenges, loss, and significant life changes. My goal is to be a steady, encouraging presence - helping you find clarity and strength in the midst of hardship.
I am Morgan Girtman, MSW, LCSW, and I specialize in walking alongside individuals of all ages as they navigate anxiety, grief, depression, life transitions, and chronic illnesses. Through compassionate, client-centered care, I provide a supportive space for healing and growth, where trust, validation, and empathy are at the heart of my work with clients.
I work with children, teens, and adults facing emotional challenges, loss, and significant life changes. My goal is to be a steady, encouraging presence - helping you find clarity and strength in the midst of hardship.
Are you someone who is often described as a survivor? You’ve figured out how to adapt and get through hard situations, but you’re feeling drained or lacking a deeper sense of meaning and purpose in your life. Maybe you’re ready to move from surviving to thriving.
Sometimes the things we do to “survive” or “get through” can keep us stuck in patterns that prevent us from reaching our goals or finding meaning and happiness. Maybe you're stuck in patterns of post-traumatic stress disorder, insomnia, depression, anxiety, unhealthy relationships, stress, unresolved grief, or an eating disorder.
Are you someone who is often described as a survivor? You’ve figured out how to adapt and get through hard situations, but you’re feeling drained or lacking a deeper sense of meaning and purpose in your life. Maybe you’re ready to move from surviving to thriving.
Sometimes the things we do to “survive” or “get through” can keep us stuck in patterns that prevent us from reaching our goals or finding meaning and happiness. Maybe you're stuck in patterns of post-traumatic stress disorder, insomnia, depression, anxiety, unhealthy relationships, stress, unresolved grief, or an eating disorder.
I have a special interest in the LGBTQIA+ community, healthcare workers and first responders.
I incorporate approaches including DBT, CBT, IFS, somatic approaches, polyvagal theory and mindfulness through a trauma-informed, multicultural lens individualized for a client's unique needs. I am trained in Brainspotting Phase 1.
I have a special interest in the LGBTQIA+ community, healthcare workers and first responders.
I incorporate approaches including DBT, CBT, IFS, somatic approaches, polyvagal theory and mindfulness through a trauma-informed, multicultural lens individualized for a client's unique needs. I am trained in Brainspotting Phase 1.
Welcome—I'm so glad you're here. Seeking support is a courageous first step, and I’m honored to walk alongside you in that journey. Whether you're navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, or just feeling a bit stuck, you're not alone. I offer a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space where we can work together to understand your story and help you move toward healing and growth.
My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration. We'll explore the patterns that shape your experiences and gently uncover the strengths that can guide you forward. This is your space to be heard, to feel understood.
Welcome—I'm so glad you're here. Seeking support is a courageous first step, and I’m honored to walk alongside you in that journey. Whether you're navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, or just feeling a bit stuck, you're not alone. I offer a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space where we can work together to understand your story and help you move toward healing and growth.
My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration. We'll explore the patterns that shape your experiences and gently uncover the strengths that can guide you forward. This is your space to be heard, to feel understood.
I also value supporting other therapists, first responders, and survivors of human trafficking, and childhood emotional neglect.
Hello, I'm Rachel, and look forward to meeting you! I am happy to be working with Grow Therapy, where I hope to offer a sense of focus, consistency, and utilize my strengths to support you. I hope to guide you beyond a short-term sense of comfort, into a deeper space of peace. If you need to work through something, but could use a little more support to get there, it is easier to face with someone there.
I also value supporting other therapists, first responders, and survivors of human trafficking, and childhood emotional neglect.
Hello, I'm Rachel, and look forward to meeting you! I am happy to be working with Grow Therapy, where I hope to offer a sense of focus, consistency, and utilize my strengths to support you. I hope to guide you beyond a short-term sense of comfort, into a deeper space of peace. If you need to work through something, but could use a little more support to get there, it is easier to face with someone there.
Do you feel lonely, even surrounded by people? Do you feel voiceless, or like even your loved ones can’t understand you?
Maybe you manage the many moving parts in your life well and take good care of others. On the surface, everything looks fine, but underneath, you’re starting to feel like you’re drowning.
Whether you’re a caregiver who is just trying to stay afloat, or someone who is going through a major life transition–such as a loss, a new role, or a recent diagnosis–you are likely very conscientious and self-aware, which makes you all the more frustrated that you can’t seem to get “unstuck.”
Do you feel lonely, even surrounded by people? Do you feel voiceless, or like even your loved ones can’t understand you?
Maybe you manage the many moving parts in your life well and take good care of others. On the surface, everything looks fine, but underneath, you’re starting to feel like you’re drowning.
Whether you’re a caregiver who is just trying to stay afloat, or someone who is going through a major life transition–such as a loss, a new role, or a recent diagnosis–you are likely very conscientious and self-aware, which makes you all the more frustrated that you can’t seem to get “unstuck.”
My name is Dannielle Taylor — Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Qualified Supervisor, and founder of Other Side Counseling, serving the greater Indianapolis area.
If life feels heavy right now, you’re in the right place.
Over the past decade, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside people navigating some of life’s most challenging terrain — individuals and couples processing trauma, neurodiverse clients learning to thrive in a world not always built for them, and people who simply need a safe, judgment-free space to breathe and make sense of what they’re going through.
My name is Dannielle Taylor — Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Qualified Supervisor, and founder of Other Side Counseling, serving the greater Indianapolis area.
If life feels heavy right now, you’re in the right place.
Over the past decade, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside people navigating some of life’s most challenging terrain — individuals and couples processing trauma, neurodiverse clients learning to thrive in a world not always built for them, and people who simply need a safe, judgment-free space to breathe and make sense of what they’re going through.
We all go through seasons of challenge and change in our lives. Although the challenges that we face are unique, I firmly believe that each client has the potential, through therapy, to build a richer, more rewarding life. I am passionate about empowering clients with tangible skills and resources to aid them in coping with the unique mental health triggers and challenges that they face on a day to day basis.
We all go through seasons of challenge and change in our lives. Although the challenges that we face are unique, I firmly believe that each client has the potential, through therapy, to build a richer, more rewarding life. I am passionate about empowering clients with tangible skills and resources to aid them in coping with the unique mental health triggers and challenges that they face on a day to day basis.
Alex works with individuals across the lifespan—from children to older adults—as well as with families and couples. Her clinical experience includes supporting people through life’s most challenging moments, including adjustment, caregiving, grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, and major transitions. As a bilingual and bicultural counselor fluent in English and Spanish, Alex strives to create a welcoming space where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
Alex works with individuals across the lifespan—from children to older adults—as well as with families and couples. Her clinical experience includes supporting people through life’s most challenging moments, including adjustment, caregiving, grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, and major transitions. As a bilingual and bicultural counselor fluent in English and Spanish, Alex strives to create a welcoming space where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
I have extensive experience working with a wide range of issues, but my true passion lies in helping older teens, young adults, and individuals navigating life's challenges. I specialize in parenting issues and family communication, with a strong focus on enhancing overall family happiness. My goal as a therapist is to inspire change and empower people to identify solutions that improve their ability to function and foster meaningful, lasting connections with others.
I have extensive experience working with a wide range of issues, but my true passion lies in helping older teens, young adults, and individuals navigating life's challenges. I specialize in parenting issues and family communication, with a strong focus on enhancing overall family happiness. My goal as a therapist is to inspire change and empower people to identify solutions that improve their ability to function and foster meaningful, lasting connections with others.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, or past trauma while trying to keep it together on the outside? You don’t have to do this alone. I help adults work through anxiety, trauma, loss, and life transitions using EMDR and depth-oriented therapy. Living with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) myself, I bring personal insight into the emotional and physical impact of chronic health conditions. My approach is warm, direct, and tailored to you. Together, we’ll move beyond coping to understand underlying patterns and create meaningful, lasting healing.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, or past trauma while trying to keep it together on the outside? You don’t have to do this alone. I help adults work through anxiety, trauma, loss, and life transitions using EMDR and depth-oriented therapy. Living with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) myself, I bring personal insight into the emotional and physical impact of chronic health conditions. My approach is warm, direct, and tailored to you. Together, we’ll move beyond coping to understand underlying patterns and create meaningful, lasting healing.
Finding a therapist that you can connect with can be a difficult experience. For over 30 years, I have dedicated myself to trying to make the process of therapy an experience that is helpful, respectful and solution focused. If you are struggling and need help, contact me. I think I could help you and would welcome the opportunity to meet you.
Finding a therapist that you can connect with can be a difficult experience. For over 30 years, I have dedicated myself to trying to make the process of therapy an experience that is helpful, respectful and solution focused. If you are struggling and need help, contact me. I think I could help you and would welcome the opportunity to meet you.
Ever feel like you need some assistance in working through a particular issue or topic? Throughout my work, I have supported a variety of diverse clients. Individuals or partners struggling with life transitions, trauma, relationships, sexual concerns, intimacy struggles and managing every day life is what many of my clients work on in therapy. My background in business leadership gives me a different perspective in assisting individuals with managing stress and pressure.
Ever feel like you need some assistance in working through a particular issue or topic? Throughout my work, I have supported a variety of diverse clients. Individuals or partners struggling with life transitions, trauma, relationships, sexual concerns, intimacy struggles and managing every day life is what many of my clients work on in therapy. My background in business leadership gives me a different perspective in assisting individuals with managing stress and pressure.
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First Responders Therapists
Why is mental health important for first responders?
As part of their work, first responders are often exposed to high levels of stress, trauma, and physical injury that can put them at a greater risk for serious mental health conditions than the general population. Conditions like PTSD, anxiety, substance use, and depression are more common in first responders, which can greatly reduce quality of life and lead to burnout, sleep disruption, and even suicidal thoughts. Therapy can offer an opportunity for first responders to process difficult on-the-job experiences and develop coping skills to better manage any mental health symptoms they may experience.
How can first responders get access to mental health support?
Many first responders can access therapy for free or at a very low cost through their employer, such as through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Workplaces may also offer or have referral recommendations for support groups, where first responders can meet with others in their profession to receive support. Individuals who would like to access mental health services outside of their employer may use their insurance benefits to see a therapist, which they can find by searching for therapists online or asking for recommendations from their primary care physician.
What type of therapy is best for first responders?
The best therapy approach depends on the mental health concerns of the client. Since many first responders struggle with trauma or PTSD, they may benefit from trauma-specific therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Exposure Therapy, or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Individuals with symptoms of anxiety, depression, or stress may alternatively benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based therapeutic approaches, which can help clients develop coping skills to manage distressing thoughts.
Can therapy for first responders help with trauma and PTSD?
Therapy can be highly effective in both treating and preventing trauma and PTSD in first responders. Typically, therapy for trauma and PTSD focuses on developing stress management skills and managing intrusive or unwanted thoughts. Therapists working with first responders often help clients strengthen their relationships and reduce harmful coping mechanisms, such as excessive substance use. Additionally, therapists assist first responders in establishing daily habits that support overall mental and physical health and enhance resilience to future stress, such as regular physical exercise, mindfulness practices, and improved eating habits.