Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Oakland-Winchell, Kalamazoo, MI
Lauren Doerfler Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
3 Endorsed
Oakland-Winchell, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
I have experience in working with clients who are on a healing journey through trauma, anxiety, depression, and spiritual struggles.
My goal is to walk alongside you on this journey as you seek victory over the things that bind you. I offer traditional talk therapy approaches as well as experiential interventions like art therapy, somatic processing, and mindfulness skill building.
I have experience in working with clients who are on a healing journey through trauma, anxiety, depression, and spiritual struggles.
My goal is to walk alongside you on this journey as you seek victory over the things that bind you. I offer traditional talk therapy approaches as well as experiential interventions like art therapy, somatic processing, and mindfulness skill building.
Ann Phillips Browning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
2 Endorsed
Oakland-Winchell, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
I learned how to manage anxiety, depression, panic attacks, sexual abuse, trauma, and grief.
Do you realize that emotions and feelings lie to us. They are not true, they are not facts, they are passing! Life is not hopeless. I can help you learn to manage these feelings that can cause us so much stress and discouragement.
I learned how to manage anxiety, depression, panic attacks, sexual abuse, trauma, and grief.
Do you realize that emotions and feelings lie to us. They are not true, they are not facts, they are passing! Life is not hopeless. I can help you learn to manage these feelings that can cause us so much stress and discouragement.
I work with many clients who struggle with anxiety, trauma and grief which affect them personally and relationally.
I am experienced in and enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I believe no one should have to walk alone through the challenges and difficulties of life. I consider it a privilege to provide support and encouragement to others while helping them to find the hope and healing God offers through His love and grace. I stress the importance of the therapeutic relationship as the means in which to help others gain personal growth and strength in order to live the life God has called them to live. I have been married 33 years and have four adult children.
I work with many clients who struggle with anxiety, trauma and grief which affect them personally and relationally.
I am experienced in and enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I believe no one should have to walk alone through the challenges and difficulties of life. I consider it a privilege to provide support and encouragement to others while helping them to find the hope and healing God offers through His love and grace. I stress the importance of the therapeutic relationship as the means in which to help others gain personal growth and strength in order to live the life God has called them to live. I have been married 33 years and have four adult children.
When people have experienced loss, trauma, abuse, chronic stress, addiction or disconnection from others they may develop unhealthy patterns of responding.
In my own life, yoga and mindfulness are tools that have helped me to maintain healthy balance. Professionally, I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma Focused Therapies.
When people have experienced loss, trauma, abuse, chronic stress, addiction or disconnection from others they may develop unhealthy patterns of responding.
In my own life, yoga and mindfulness are tools that have helped me to maintain healthy balance. Professionally, I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma Focused Therapies.
Kristin N Sausser
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW-C
1 Endorsed
Oakland-Winchell, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
This world is hard and we all need someone to come alongside of them to be their cheerleader. I have experienced first hand how trauma has impacted the life of families and individuals and do not want you to walk this path alone. Together we can collaborate to ensure that you are living a life of joy and freedom. I have lots of experience working with those in the child welfare system, whether it is children, biological parents, foster parents, adoptive parents or child welfare workers and I want to see you successful in all that you do.
This world is hard and we all need someone to come alongside of them to be their cheerleader. I have experienced first hand how trauma has impacted the life of families and individuals and do not want you to walk this path alone. Together we can collaborate to ensure that you are living a life of joy and freedom. I have lots of experience working with those in the child welfare system, whether it is children, biological parents, foster parents, adoptive parents or child welfare workers and I want to see you successful in all that you do.
As a counselor I have had the honor of working with great individuals who have experinced depression, anxiety , trauma and substance use struggles .
I specialize in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) , an evidence-based therapy that helps people work through emotional pain and live their lives in a more meaningful way , Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) a therapy for those who struggle with shame and self-criticism and Prolonged Exposure (PE) , a gold standard evidence-based treatment for PTSD.
As a counselor I have had the honor of working with great individuals who have experinced depression, anxiety , trauma and substance use struggles .
I specialize in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) , an evidence-based therapy that helps people work through emotional pain and live their lives in a more meaningful way , Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) a therapy for those who struggle with shame and self-criticism and Prolonged Exposure (PE) , a gold standard evidence-based treatment for PTSD.
Ryan Strong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Oakland-Winchell, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Waitlist for new clients
Trauma, stress, and mental health struggles are part of life.
I am trained in the unique lineage of Contemplative Psychotherapy developed at Naropa University. My approach blends applied interpersonal neuroscience with the living wisdom of Buddhist psychological inquiry. Together we will create a collaborative, trauma informed, and personalized approach to support your growth and change.
Trauma, stress, and mental health struggles are part of life.
I am trained in the unique lineage of Contemplative Psychotherapy developed at Naropa University. My approach blends applied interpersonal neuroscience with the living wisdom of Buddhist psychological inquiry. Together we will create a collaborative, trauma informed, and personalized approach to support your growth and change.
My approach to therapy appeals to psychologically-minded individuals and couples who seek a deeper understanding of themselves and others in their pursuit of physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual wholeness. While I tailor treatment to each individual or couple, I typically rely on relational psychodynamic psychotherapy—an evidence-based therapeutic approach rooted in the psychoanalytic tradition. The term psychodynamic reflects an appreciation for the complexity of the human mind and the fact that there are “dynamics” outside our immediate awareness that impact our emotions and actions.
My approach to therapy appeals to psychologically-minded individuals and couples who seek a deeper understanding of themselves and others in their pursuit of physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual wholeness. While I tailor treatment to each individual or couple, I typically rely on relational psychodynamic psychotherapy—an evidence-based therapeutic approach rooted in the psychoanalytic tradition. The term psychodynamic reflects an appreciation for the complexity of the human mind and the fact that there are “dynamics” outside our immediate awareness that impact our emotions and actions.
Pam Stinchcomb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
3 Endorsed
Oakland-Winchell, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Counseling can serve many different purposes--it can help us gain understanding into ourselves, gain understanding in how we navigate our world and relationships, it can help us heal from past hurts. I strive to offer a therapeutic setting where clients feel welcome and safe to process challenges in life and to gain perspective. For some clients building skills and tools can be helpful in overcoming struggles. I provide an avenue to equip clients in this way. I have been a counselor for over 30 years, and believe people are uniquely created with God given potential to live a victorious life.
Counseling can serve many different purposes--it can help us gain understanding into ourselves, gain understanding in how we navigate our world and relationships, it can help us heal from past hurts. I strive to offer a therapeutic setting where clients feel welcome and safe to process challenges in life and to gain perspective. For some clients building skills and tools can be helpful in overcoming struggles. I provide an avenue to equip clients in this way. I have been a counselor for over 30 years, and believe people are uniquely created with God given potential to live a victorious life.
Whether you're navigating life transitions, a history of trauma, or dealing with anxiety and depression, as well as sports psychology, I'm dedicated to helping you reach your goals and enhance your well-being.
Helping you achieve your desired outcomes is my focus. With extensive training, life experience, and personalized care I provide, each session is a commitment to your well-being. I utilize evidence-based techniques and compassion to help you navigate life's challenges. I'm here to support you in overcoming challenges and unlocking your full potential through a personalized approach.
Whether you're navigating life transitions, a history of trauma, or dealing with anxiety and depression, as well as sports psychology, I'm dedicated to helping you reach your goals and enhance your well-being.
Helping you achieve your desired outcomes is my focus. With extensive training, life experience, and personalized care I provide, each session is a commitment to your well-being. I utilize evidence-based techniques and compassion to help you navigate life's challenges. I'm here to support you in overcoming challenges and unlocking your full potential through a personalized approach.
Lydia Cm Boonzaayer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
3 Endorsed
Oakland-Winchell, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Life is often really tough. My goal is to provide a safe space for my clients to share their story, their struggles, their victories and their goals so they can feel less alone and also have a therapeutic partner to sort through what they'd like to understand better about themselves in order to take new steps towards wellness and growth. Being understood by a compassionate person is strengthening, and so is having a therapeutic partner to help you think about what you're thinking about and what you'd rather be focusing on.
Life is often really tough. My goal is to provide a safe space for my clients to share their story, their struggles, their victories and their goals so they can feel less alone and also have a therapeutic partner to sort through what they'd like to understand better about themselves in order to take new steps towards wellness and growth. Being understood by a compassionate person is strengthening, and so is having a therapeutic partner to help you think about what you're thinking about and what you'd rather be focusing on.
I am certified in Trauma Informed Assessment and Intervention, as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, play therapy, and have expertise in several parenting approaches.
I specialize in Trauma Informed Practices as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In addition, I have experience and expertise in working with children and families affected by PANS/PANDAS/Autoimmune Encephalitis. I have specific training in Exposure Response Prevention and experience in it's use.
I am certified in Trauma Informed Assessment and Intervention, as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, play therapy, and have expertise in several parenting approaches.
I specialize in Trauma Informed Practices as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In addition, I have experience and expertise in working with children and families affected by PANS/PANDAS/Autoimmune Encephalitis. I have specific training in Exposure Response Prevention and experience in it's use.
I also have experience handling the intricacies of trauma and its impact on the individual, the marriage, and the family.
Any client I see will immediately feel the desire and eagerness to first get to know them, then their reason for pursuing counseling and what we as a team can do about it. I come into all my counseling sessions with a humble and empathetic heart, and am honored to be able to be a part of God’s work in my clients’ lives as they overcome difficulties, find healing, and experience personal growth. Regardless of my client's faith and background I work to establish a strong direction for healing with goals decided upon by the collective agreement of the client and myself as their counselor.
I also have experience handling the intricacies of trauma and its impact on the individual, the marriage, and the family.
Any client I see will immediately feel the desire and eagerness to first get to know them, then their reason for pursuing counseling and what we as a team can do about it. I come into all my counseling sessions with a humble and empathetic heart, and am honored to be able to be a part of God’s work in my clients’ lives as they overcome difficulties, find healing, and experience personal growth. Regardless of my client's faith and background I work to establish a strong direction for healing with goals decided upon by the collective agreement of the client and myself as their counselor.
I take a holistic approach to the following specialties: depression, anxiety disorders, pain management, grief and loss, co-dependency, stress, divorce adjustment, trauma, women's issues, self esteem, aging parents, life transitions and spiritual growth.
Sometimes life challenges us with difficult circumstances and painful emotions. At these times we may not be able to see our way out with any clarity. A compassionate guide can be helpful. I have a deep respect for one's capacity to heal and I invite the integration of mind, body, spirit and emotions into this process. I explore with you the themes in your life that create blocks to feeling centered and fulfilled. While it is important to hear what you are saying, it is also important to hear what you are not saying, providing a deeper kind of listening.
I take a holistic approach to the following specialties: depression, anxiety disorders, pain management, grief and loss, co-dependency, stress, divorce adjustment, trauma, women's issues, self esteem, aging parents, life transitions and spiritual growth.
Sometimes life challenges us with difficult circumstances and painful emotions. At these times we may not be able to see our way out with any clarity. A compassionate guide can be helpful. I have a deep respect for one's capacity to heal and I invite the integration of mind, body, spirit and emotions into this process. I explore with you the themes in your life that create blocks to feeling centered and fulfilled. While it is important to hear what you are saying, it is also important to hear what you are not saying, providing a deeper kind of listening.
Desert Streams Christian Counseling
Counselor, MA, LLPC
2 Endorsed
Oakland-Winchell, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
God is giving me a great desire to help walk with struggling families, marriage, single parent homes, women, men, children, and teens, find identity and freedom from strongholds hindering God‘s promises in their life. My lived experience intertwined with the Holy Spirit and education are used to honor your time to attain growth, no matter the challenges, people face We are not meant to endure through this life alone. Weathering the storms of adversity is never easy, but beauty can be found through the ashes to empower each person as a new transformation in life just as diamonds are made under pressure.
God is giving me a great desire to help walk with struggling families, marriage, single parent homes, women, men, children, and teens, find identity and freedom from strongholds hindering God‘s promises in their life. My lived experience intertwined with the Holy Spirit and education are used to honor your time to attain growth, no matter the challenges, people face We are not meant to endure through this life alone. Weathering the storms of adversity is never easy, but beauty can be found through the ashes to empower each person as a new transformation in life just as diamonds are made under pressure.
Dr. LaSonda Wells
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, ACS
1 Endorsed
Oakland-Winchell, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Not accepting new clients
I work with adults who are experiencing a variety of concerns such as transitional issues, career issues, grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting concerns, relational or communication conflict, and attachment issues.
Simply put, I am passionate about helping others find growth and development that inspires continued betterment of self. My approach to counseling is developmental and holistic. As a part of life, struggles will come and are necessary for personal growth and the ability to successfully overcome adversity. I am here to assist you with Your Conversion, Your Change and ultimately Your Transformation! To that end, I am here to help you develop a plan toward your commitment to becoming your best you!
I work with adults who are experiencing a variety of concerns such as transitional issues, career issues, grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting concerns, relational or communication conflict, and attachment issues.
Simply put, I am passionate about helping others find growth and development that inspires continued betterment of self. My approach to counseling is developmental and holistic. As a part of life, struggles will come and are necessary for personal growth and the ability to successfully overcome adversity. I am here to assist you with Your Conversion, Your Change and ultimately Your Transformation! To that end, I am here to help you develop a plan toward your commitment to becoming your best you!
I help folks dealing with anxiety, depression, relational concerns, trauma, social-identity concerns, and major life transitions.
Life is very full. In the mad dash to keep up, we can lose connection with ourselves and our people. This disconnection tends to leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or even checked-out. Therapy provides an empathic space to feel seen, which helps open doors to a deeper understanding of ourselves, our emotions, and our relationships. It is an opportunity to understand ways our past may be affecting our present experiences—and see the patterns therein. When we understand and empathize with these patterns, we can move toward growth to navigate life feeling more confident and capable.
I help folks dealing with anxiety, depression, relational concerns, trauma, social-identity concerns, and major life transitions.
Life is very full. In the mad dash to keep up, we can lose connection with ourselves and our people. This disconnection tends to leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or even checked-out. Therapy provides an empathic space to feel seen, which helps open doors to a deeper understanding of ourselves, our emotions, and our relationships. It is an opportunity to understand ways our past may be affecting our present experiences—and see the patterns therein. When we understand and empathize with these patterns, we can move toward growth to navigate life feeling more confident and capable.
Online Therapists
Are you navigating the aftermath of trauma, seeking to understand your neurodivergence, or struggling with the unique challenges that women often face in today's world?
I approach therapy through a trauma-informed lens, recognizing how past experiences shape our present lives. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or difficulties in relationships, I help you build resilience and coping skills tailored to your specific needs. For those with neurodivergent traits, I offer strategies to better navigate your world.
Are you navigating the aftermath of trauma, seeking to understand your neurodivergence, or struggling with the unique challenges that women often face in today's world?
I approach therapy through a trauma-informed lens, recognizing how past experiences shape our present lives. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or difficulties in relationships, I help you build resilience and coping skills tailored to your specific needs. For those with neurodivergent traits, I offer strategies to better navigate your world.
I am trained in EMDR therapy for those interested in finding relief from trauma.
I am dedicated to helping clients navigate life's complexities with warmth and understanding.
I am trained in EMDR therapy for those interested in finding relief from trauma.
I am dedicated to helping clients navigate life's complexities with warmth and understanding.
I offer EMDR for Trauma and Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD.
If you are like most people who come to therapy, you've probably felt like you've been running in circles for a long time. Dealing with the same feelings, thoughts, memories, and worries over and over again. In the meantime, you've noticed your life passing you by. What if you could start your life TODAY? What if you don't have to wait? Healing comes from the Latin word for 'wholeness.' To heal is to become whole again. We believe within the pain of suffering can lay our greatest strengths. And there is no part of you that deserves to be cast aside. We don't focus on changing who you are, but on creating the life that you want.
I offer EMDR for Trauma and Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD.
If you are like most people who come to therapy, you've probably felt like you've been running in circles for a long time. Dealing with the same feelings, thoughts, memories, and worries over and over again. In the meantime, you've noticed your life passing you by. What if you could start your life TODAY? What if you don't have to wait? Healing comes from the Latin word for 'wholeness.' To heal is to become whole again. We believe within the pain of suffering can lay our greatest strengths. And there is no part of you that deserves to be cast aside. We don't focus on changing who you are, but on creating the life that you want.
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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.