Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Ingham County, MI
You are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, rumination, or past trauma, unsure how to break free.
I specialize in helping with anxiety, trauma, phobias, OCD, and neurodivergence. I offer gender-affirming care, CBT/DBT, IFS, Motivational Interviewing, and Person-Centered counseling, all virtually, serving clients across Michigan and Pennsylvania. I'm working on my PsyD to provide assessments in the future. Contact me for a free 15-minute consultation!
You are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, rumination, or past trauma, unsure how to break free.
I specialize in helping with anxiety, trauma, phobias, OCD, and neurodivergence. I offer gender-affirming care, CBT/DBT, IFS, Motivational Interviewing, and Person-Centered counseling, all virtually, serving clients across Michigan and Pennsylvania. I'm working on my PsyD to provide assessments in the future. Contact me for a free 15-minute consultation!
I also completed my practicum experience at an inpatient behavioral crisis hospital working with those struggling with a range of issues from trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, stress, interpersonal issues, anger, intellectual disabilities, and many others.
Together, we can start to address the connection between your thoughts and feelings, and how they impact the things you do that may no longer be productive to your own goals in life.
I also completed my practicum experience at an inpatient behavioral crisis hospital working with those struggling with a range of issues from trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, stress, interpersonal issues, anger, intellectual disabilities, and many others.
Together, we can start to address the connection between your thoughts and feelings, and how they impact the things you do that may no longer be productive to your own goals in life.
I specialize in trauma, complex trauma & enduring complex emotional & mental health challenges.
We all got stuff. Some of us are more comfortable with what we got going on, but our beliefs, attitudes & coping skills leave us vulnerable to repeating unhelpful patterns. Some of us maybe lack any comfort, but our attitudes are good-enough which helps us make sense of what's going on & cope. And sometimes some of us lack the comfort, can acknowledge our attitudes & beliefs are unhelpful as well as recognize our skills game needs some guidance & support. That's where I'd like to help.
The patterns we all develop, helpful or not, happen in relationship. And I believe through relationship we can grow & change.
I specialize in trauma, complex trauma & enduring complex emotional & mental health challenges.
We all got stuff. Some of us are more comfortable with what we got going on, but our beliefs, attitudes & coping skills leave us vulnerable to repeating unhelpful patterns. Some of us maybe lack any comfort, but our attitudes are good-enough which helps us make sense of what's going on & cope. And sometimes some of us lack the comfort, can acknowledge our attitudes & beliefs are unhelpful as well as recognize our skills game needs some guidance & support. That's where I'd like to help.
The patterns we all develop, helpful or not, happen in relationship. And I believe through relationship we can grow & change.
Danielle Germaine
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, QMHP, CMHP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Accepting New Clients! I take pride in bringing healing to people who have been through trauma/stressful experiences and those who are struggling with day to day life transitions and concerns.
I know no single approach is the right one for every individual so I am trained in a range of modalities. I do however focus on a person-centered approach to create a safe therapeutic space, a genuine therapeutic relationship and unconditional positive regard for my clients.
Accepting New Clients! I take pride in bringing healing to people who have been through trauma/stressful experiences and those who are struggling with day to day life transitions and concerns.
I know no single approach is the right one for every individual so I am trained in a range of modalities. I do however focus on a person-centered approach to create a safe therapeutic space, a genuine therapeutic relationship and unconditional positive regard for my clients.
Rebecca Chessney Jones-Henry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, QIDP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
In my private practice I prefer to use a Holistic approach to counseling while blending Trauma Focused Care with Client centered needs.
I specialize in treatment of attachment, healthy relationships, holistic health, trauma treatment, infant mental health, foster care needs, and women's issues. In addition, I offer EMDR therapy for PTSD. I am currently accepting clients via telehealth as well as in person.
In my private practice I prefer to use a Holistic approach to counseling while blending Trauma Focused Care with Client centered needs.
I specialize in treatment of attachment, healthy relationships, holistic health, trauma treatment, infant mental health, foster care needs, and women's issues. In addition, I offer EMDR therapy for PTSD. I am currently accepting clients via telehealth as well as in person.
This has provided me with opportunities to work with individuals who struggle with PTSD, depression, and anxiety.
“Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful parts of us.” – David Richo
This has provided me with opportunities to work with individuals who struggle with PTSD, depression, and anxiety.
“Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful parts of us.” – David Richo
In the past few years, I have focused on trauma work, anxiety disorders and OCD.
I have also been a clinical supervisor for social workers for over 20 years. I offer online therapy and supervision at this time. I provide individual sessions at a low cost and free group supervision sessions monthly as well. Please feel free to contact me with any questions about my services!
In the past few years, I have focused on trauma work, anxiety disorders and OCD.
I have also been a clinical supervisor for social workers for over 20 years. I offer online therapy and supervision at this time. I provide individual sessions at a low cost and free group supervision sessions monthly as well. Please feel free to contact me with any questions about my services!
I have specialized training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) & Mindfulness-based stress reduction.
Accepting new clients! Clients often express feeling heard & hopeful after our first session. I believe a strong client-therapist connection is crucial. Finding the right therapist can be challenging & my goal is to make that process as comfortable as possible. It is natural to feel overwhelmed by life at times. Together we will create a personalized treatment plan with a focus on the whole person (mind & body), as every person & experience is unique. I utilize a strengths-based approach to help people identify what they are already doing well, and help them see & build on that potential. Small changes can make a big impact.
I have specialized training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) & Mindfulness-based stress reduction.
Accepting new clients! Clients often express feeling heard & hopeful after our first session. I believe a strong client-therapist connection is crucial. Finding the right therapist can be challenging & my goal is to make that process as comfortable as possible. It is natural to feel overwhelmed by life at times. Together we will create a personalized treatment plan with a focus on the whole person (mind & body), as every person & experience is unique. I utilize a strengths-based approach to help people identify what they are already doing well, and help them see & build on that potential. Small changes can make a big impact.
Change4Greatness Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
I specialize in Domestic Violence, Trauma and PTSD, Relationship difficulties, Anxiety and Depression.
My mission is to use education, Christian principles and values along with mental health services to help individuals overcome community, interpersonal, relationship and childhood trauma while realizing the importance of healing so that they can live more fulfilling and meaningful lives. Willingness to do the work and practice suggestions lead to change.
I specialize in Domestic Violence, Trauma and PTSD, Relationship difficulties, Anxiety and Depression.
My mission is to use education, Christian principles and values along with mental health services to help individuals overcome community, interpersonal, relationship and childhood trauma while realizing the importance of healing so that they can live more fulfilling and meaningful lives. Willingness to do the work and practice suggestions lead to change.
Mallory Trumble Kosaski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Lansing, MI 48823
Waitlist for new clients
I’m so glad you’re here! If you’re struggling with any of the following, I may be able to help: anxiety, depression, life transitions, OCD, trauma, or chronic illness.
I currently work with adults (18+) and provide individual therapy services. My office is located just minutes from MSU's campus and I offer telehealth services as well. Therapy can be short or long- term depending on need.
I’m so glad you’re here! If you’re struggling with any of the following, I may be able to help: anxiety, depression, life transitions, OCD, trauma, or chronic illness.
I currently work with adults (18+) and provide individual therapy services. My office is located just minutes from MSU's campus and I offer telehealth services as well. Therapy can be short or long- term depending on need.
As an EMDR trained therapist and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, I draw from a trauma-informed, eclectic, strengths-based, approach that might include elements of EMDR (EYE Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy informed skills practice (DBT), trauma-informed mindfulness and yoga/ Y12sr, Polyvagal Theory (.
I have specialized training in working with clients with dissociation.
As an EMDR trained therapist and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, I draw from a trauma-informed, eclectic, strengths-based, approach that might include elements of EMDR (EYE Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy informed skills practice (DBT), trauma-informed mindfulness and yoga/ Y12sr, Polyvagal Theory (.
I have specialized training in working with clients with dissociation.
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Kaitlyn Schmitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Lansing, MI 48911
Waitlist for new clients
I use a person-centered, empowerment, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach and I am committed to working with you to achieve your goals.
I have worked with all age groups, focusing on trauma, depression, anxiety, sexual assault and domestic violence, behavioral issues, and many other areas. I am trained in multiple evidence-based treatments including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
I use a person-centered, empowerment, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach and I am committed to working with you to achieve your goals.
I have worked with all age groups, focusing on trauma, depression, anxiety, sexual assault and domestic violence, behavioral issues, and many other areas. I am trained in multiple evidence-based treatments including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Hello! I am an artist, yoga teacher, raft guide and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Washington and Michigan for the past 9 years. I am passionate about the power of nature and creativity in the healing process and love supporting people as they become the best version of themselves. My practice is trauma informed and action oriented, centered around your goals for wellness.
Hello! I am an artist, yoga teacher, raft guide and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Washington and Michigan for the past 9 years. I am passionate about the power of nature and creativity in the healing process and love supporting people as they become the best version of themselves. My practice is trauma informed and action oriented, centered around your goals for wellness.
Family trauma and relationship trauma, without a sense of safety and trust with your therapist, are difficult to negotiate to getting to positive outcomes.
After an initial getting to know you, I am keen to get to the target behaviors that are on your agenda for change. I started in the field in 1978 at a group home for elementary aged emotionally disturbed children. I went on from there to working with adolescent substance abuse, with a perspective of family systems theory.
Family trauma and relationship trauma, without a sense of safety and trust with your therapist, are difficult to negotiate to getting to positive outcomes.
After an initial getting to know you, I am keen to get to the target behaviors that are on your agenda for change. I started in the field in 1978 at a group home for elementary aged emotionally disturbed children. I went on from there to working with adolescent substance abuse, with a perspective of family systems theory.
Cyndi Gallegos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
East Lansing, MI 48823
My therapeutic orientation is person-centered, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed, but I have experience in the utilization of cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused approach.
I am aware of the stigma surrounding therapy/mental health in the Latinx community firsthand, which was one of the deciding factors in becoming a therapist. Through therapy, we can establish goals and learn how to overcome barriers to achieve your goals. I strive to provide a safe place for you to start your healing journey. I believe we can all become better versions of ourselves. There are moments in life where you feel depressed, experience anxiety, or go through a rough patch and you need to talk with someone who will listen without judgment. These emotions are part of everyone's life experiences.
My therapeutic orientation is person-centered, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed, but I have experience in the utilization of cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused approach.
I am aware of the stigma surrounding therapy/mental health in the Latinx community firsthand, which was one of the deciding factors in becoming a therapist. Through therapy, we can establish goals and learn how to overcome barriers to achieve your goals. I strive to provide a safe place for you to start your healing journey. I believe we can all become better versions of ourselves. There are moments in life where you feel depressed, experience anxiety, or go through a rough patch and you need to talk with someone who will listen without judgment. These emotions are part of everyone's life experiences.
Whether it’s anxiety, depression, grief, relationship or self-esteem issues, trauma, abuse, stress, feeling unsafe in the world, or even feeling unsure of exactly what is keeping you from your full potential, I am here to help guide you to feeling some relief.
My approach to therapy depends on each person and their needs and wants. I will recognize that you are the expert of your own life and that my role is to be a safe, non-judgmental person who helps guide you to becoming closer to who you want to be. I also promise to be my authentic self while valuing and appreciating the authenticity you share with me.
Whether it’s anxiety, depression, grief, relationship or self-esteem issues, trauma, abuse, stress, feeling unsafe in the world, or even feeling unsure of exactly what is keeping you from your full potential, I am here to help guide you to feeling some relief.
My approach to therapy depends on each person and their needs and wants. I will recognize that you are the expert of your own life and that my role is to be a safe, non-judgmental person who helps guide you to becoming closer to who you want to be. I also promise to be my authentic self while valuing and appreciating the authenticity you share with me.
While we focus on Trauma, we offer various expertise in other needs and issues through our experienced, professional, and licensed providers.
At North Star, we believe that it is possible to find peace and be content even in difficult times. When we hold pain gently and allow ourselves to be vulnerable, our problems can pass with more ease and we can grow more authentically - we become wiser and more connected to ourselves and others. Strength isn't the absence of vulnerability or fear. Happiness isn't the absence of sadness. Safety isn't the absence of threat. Our peace can come from knowing how to be vulnerable, how to express sadness, how to navigate threat.
While we focus on Trauma, we offer various expertise in other needs and issues through our experienced, professional, and licensed providers.
At North Star, we believe that it is possible to find peace and be content even in difficult times. When we hold pain gently and allow ourselves to be vulnerable, our problems can pass with more ease and we can grow more authentically - we become wiser and more connected to ourselves and others. Strength isn't the absence of vulnerability or fear. Happiness isn't the absence of sadness. Safety isn't the absence of threat. Our peace can come from knowing how to be vulnerable, how to express sadness, how to navigate threat.
Deena Agree
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, EMDR, CCTP, CCATP, CGP
Verified Verified
East Lansing, MI 48823
I work eclectically, utilizing approaches to therapy that are trauma-informed, integrative, and experiential.
I work with individuals, couples, and families, dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity, attachment, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, women’s issues, LGBTQ+ challenges, and relationships.
I work eclectically, utilizing approaches to therapy that are trauma-informed, integrative, and experiential.
I work with individuals, couples, and families, dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity, attachment, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, women’s issues, LGBTQ+ challenges, and relationships.
My expertise includes certification in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), offering tailored support to children and families navigating the aftermath of life-threatening events.
With a wealth of experience, I've worked with clients facing a spectrum of challenges, including anxiety, ADHD, relationship conflicts, family dynamics, autism spectrum disorder, depression, OCD, PTSD, and more. I'm passionate about empowering individuals to navigate and overcome these obstacles.
My expertise includes certification in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), offering tailored support to children and families navigating the aftermath of life-threatening events.
With a wealth of experience, I've worked with clients facing a spectrum of challenges, including anxiety, ADHD, relationship conflicts, family dynamics, autism spectrum disorder, depression, OCD, PTSD, and more. I'm passionate about empowering individuals to navigate and overcome these obstacles.
Seven years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults that are struggling with ADHD, ASD, DD, past trauma, family conflict, Borderline Personality Disorder, Dissociative Disorders, anxiety and depression.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and use Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure Therapy for treating PTSD and adjustments disorders . I utilize a strengths based and trauma informed approach to therapy.
Seven years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults that are struggling with ADHD, ASD, DD, past trauma, family conflict, Borderline Personality Disorder, Dissociative Disorders, anxiety and depression.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and use Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure Therapy for treating PTSD and adjustments disorders . I utilize a strengths based and trauma informed approach to therapy.
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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.