Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Murray County, MN
Hi, I’m Amy, a licensed therapist specializing in trauma recovery through EMDR and Play Therapy.
Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your child, I offer a safe space to explore, process, and grow.
Specialties:
• Trauma and PTSD
• Anxiety
• Grief and Loss
• Children and Adolescents
• EMDR Therapy
• Play Therapy
Hi, I’m Amy, a licensed therapist specializing in trauma recovery through EMDR and Play Therapy.
Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your child, I offer a safe space to explore, process, and grow.
Specialties:
• Trauma and PTSD
• Anxiety
• Grief and Loss
• Children and Adolescents
• EMDR Therapy
• Play Therapy
Southwest Child Therapy Center (Chelsea Trump)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, IMH-E®
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in supporting families navigating anxiety, trauma, attachment disruptions, behavioral challenges, and developmental differences.
Big feelings and behaviors in little bodies can feel confusing and exhausting.
At Southwest Child Therapy Center, we specialize in helping young children—from infancy through age 10—and their families build strong, healthy relationships. We offer a compassionate, research-driven space where families grow together—so children feel secure, parents feel confident, and families thrive
I specialize in supporting families navigating anxiety, trauma, attachment disruptions, behavioral challenges, and developmental differences.
Big feelings and behaviors in little bodies can feel confusing and exhausting.
At Southwest Child Therapy Center, we specialize in helping young children—from infancy through age 10—and their families build strong, healthy relationships. We offer a compassionate, research-driven space where families grow together—so children feel secure, parents feel confident, and families thrive
Online Therapists
We can't compare life situations, traumas, or problems.
My approach to therapy is client-centered. You determine what the focus is. I have interests in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, life transitions, and trauma. We will draw upon behavioral, acceptance, and solution-focused therapies best suited for your needs. I also offer Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), an eye movement trauma therapy.
We can't compare life situations, traumas, or problems.
My approach to therapy is client-centered. You determine what the focus is. I have interests in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, life transitions, and trauma. We will draw upon behavioral, acceptance, and solution-focused therapies best suited for your needs. I also offer Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), an eye movement trauma therapy.
Molly Patricia Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LADC
1 Endorsed
Saint Peter, MN 56082
I offer a person-centered, strengths-based approach, blending Humanistic principles with trauma-informed care, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and aspects of Cognitive Behavioral and Solution-Focused Therapies.
In my practice, I cherish the opportunity to walk alongside individuals from all walks of life as they embark on their unique paths toward personal wellness. I am passionate about supporting clients as they navigate their own life journey, offering support, insight, and a safe space for exploration. I find excitement working with individuals who approach our work with openness and dedication, recognizing that transformation requires both courage and effort. I am committed to fostering a collaborative and empowering therapeutic relationship, where clients feel inspired to embrace their strengths and overcome challenges.
I offer a person-centered, strengths-based approach, blending Humanistic principles with trauma-informed care, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and aspects of Cognitive Behavioral and Solution-Focused Therapies.
In my practice, I cherish the opportunity to walk alongside individuals from all walks of life as they embark on their unique paths toward personal wellness. I am passionate about supporting clients as they navigate their own life journey, offering support, insight, and a safe space for exploration. I find excitement working with individuals who approach our work with openness and dedication, recognizing that transformation requires both courage and effort. I am committed to fostering a collaborative and empowering therapeutic relationship, where clients feel inspired to embrace their strengths and overcome challenges.
My ideal client is navigating trauma, addiction, grief, or anxiety and seeks a safe, understanding space to heal.
I offer trauma-informed, client-centered therapy grounded in evidence-based practices. With expertise in addiction, trauma, grief, and compulsive gambling, I support individuals and families in navigating complex challenges with compassion, structure, and individualized care.
My ideal client is navigating trauma, addiction, grief, or anxiety and seeks a safe, understanding space to heal.
I offer trauma-informed, client-centered therapy grounded in evidence-based practices. With expertise in addiction, trauma, grief, and compulsive gambling, I support individuals and families in navigating complex challenges with compassion, structure, and individualized care.
Ann Niebuhr is a board-certified counselor with over two decades of experience in the mental health field, beginning her practice in 2003. She earned her degree from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota and has since developed a focused expertise in short-term counseling, Grief/Loss, chronic conditions, chemical dependency treatment, and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.
Ann Niebuhr is a board-certified counselor with over two decades of experience in the mental health field, beginning her practice in 2003. She earned her degree from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota and has since developed a focused expertise in short-term counseling, Grief/Loss, chronic conditions, chemical dependency treatment, and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Registered Play Therapist (RPT), I provide a strength-based, solution-focused, and family systems approach for the mental health care of children, adolescents, and adults, including couples and family therapy. I believe in building resilience, nurturing social-emotional well-being, and bringing healing through supporting and understanding the holistic needs of clients. My education includes a doctorate degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from Minnesota State University, Mankato.
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Registered Play Therapist (RPT), I provide a strength-based, solution-focused, and family systems approach for the mental health care of children, adolescents, and adults, including couples and family therapy. I believe in building resilience, nurturing social-emotional well-being, and bringing healing through supporting and understanding the holistic needs of clients. My education includes a doctorate degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from Minnesota State University, Mankato.
Jennifer Petersen
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCMHC
4 Endorsed
Mankato, MN 56001
Healing from trauma is scary.
You've spent a long time trying to figure out why the same things keep happening. Why the same kinds of people show up. Why you work so hard in relationships and still end up hurt, drained, or alone. You're not checked out, you're actually paying close attention to everyone around you. You just can't seem to turn it off. You hold it together really well from the outside, but inside, your brain doesn't stop. The overthinking, the people-pleasing, the way conflict makes you shut down or over-explain. You've wondered if this is just who you are. It's not.
Healing from trauma is scary.
You've spent a long time trying to figure out why the same things keep happening. Why the same kinds of people show up. Why you work so hard in relationships and still end up hurt, drained, or alone. You're not checked out, you're actually paying close attention to everyone around you. You just can't seem to turn it off. You hold it together really well from the outside, but inside, your brain doesn't stop. The overthinking, the people-pleasing, the way conflict makes you shut down or over-explain. You've wondered if this is just who you are. It's not.
I am a person-centered therapist, meaning that I focus on genuineness, unconditional positive regard and empathetic understanding to facilitate growth and recovery for individuals across the lifespan who are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, relationship/interpersonal distress, parenting issues, adjustment problems, and life transitions.
I find it rewarding beyond words to be allowed to share in my patient's unique life experiences and witness their growth and transformation. It is an honor to be trusted with another person's inner world and to be able to build a therapeutic relationship that helps them recover from whatever difficulties that they are experiencing. I provide a therapeutic space in a comfortable, home-like atmosphere that deviates from the "going to the local mental health center" experience.
I am a person-centered therapist, meaning that I focus on genuineness, unconditional positive regard and empathetic understanding to facilitate growth and recovery for individuals across the lifespan who are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, relationship/interpersonal distress, parenting issues, adjustment problems, and life transitions.
I find it rewarding beyond words to be allowed to share in my patient's unique life experiences and witness their growth and transformation. It is an honor to be trusted with another person's inner world and to be able to build a therapeutic relationship that helps them recover from whatever difficulties that they are experiencing. I provide a therapeutic space in a comfortable, home-like atmosphere that deviates from the "going to the local mental health center" experience.
Does it seem like everyone around you has it all together while you’re barely keeping your head above water? Does it seem as though your thoughts have been filled with unstoppable worry and maybe they've even begun to tell you lies that you’re beginning to believe. Perhaps it feels that no matter how much you’ve tried to erase ‘it’ from your mind, it keeps coming up and interrupting your life – making it hard to trust, to feel, to focus, to dream, to enjoy life. You wish for a day where you are free from it all and you want a therapist who understands and can help you heal from deep within. I just might be your therapist...
Does it seem like everyone around you has it all together while you’re barely keeping your head above water? Does it seem as though your thoughts have been filled with unstoppable worry and maybe they've even begun to tell you lies that you’re beginning to believe. Perhaps it feels that no matter how much you’ve tried to erase ‘it’ from your mind, it keeps coming up and interrupting your life – making it hard to trust, to feel, to focus, to dream, to enjoy life. You wish for a day where you are free from it all and you want a therapist who understands and can help you heal from deep within. I just might be your therapist...
Harvest Counseling Services offers a unique approach to cultivating the whole person, physically, mentally, and spiritually. James is committed to providing specific tools needed for growth and freedom from harmful patterns in every emotional, mental, and spiritual area of life.
Harvest Counseling Services offers a unique approach to cultivating the whole person, physically, mentally, and spiritually. James is committed to providing specific tools needed for growth and freedom from harmful patterns in every emotional, mental, and spiritual area of life.
I focus on empowering individuals to navigate through trauma, addictions, mood disorders, relationship challenges, and improve their quality of life.
My therapeutic approach combines evidence-based practices with a compassionate and non-judgmental attitude. I believe in creating a safe and trusting environment where clients can explore their inner world, gain insights, and work towards positive change.
I focus on empowering individuals to navigate through trauma, addictions, mood disorders, relationship challenges, and improve their quality of life.
My therapeutic approach combines evidence-based practices with a compassionate and non-judgmental attitude. I believe in creating a safe and trusting environment where clients can explore their inner world, gain insights, and work towards positive change.
We have a diverse staff at Mankato Marriage & Family Therapy Center. We offer Couples, Family, and Individual therapy. For specific information about your needs, please contact our office to discuss your options for services. We accept most types of insurance.
We have a diverse staff at Mankato Marriage & Family Therapy Center. We offer Couples, Family, and Individual therapy. For specific information about your needs, please contact our office to discuss your options for services. We accept most types of insurance.
I specialize in trauma and multigenerational work.
I help clients explore the experiences that led them to where they are today. In exploring the past, the goal is not to blame past experiences or dwell on negative experiences, but to work through those past experiences and move your life forward in the direction you'd hope. What are your goals? Better relationships? Success in work? Health & Wellness?
I specialize in trauma and multigenerational work.
I help clients explore the experiences that led them to where they are today. In exploring the past, the goal is not to blame past experiences or dwell on negative experiences, but to work through those past experiences and move your life forward in the direction you'd hope. What are your goals? Better relationships? Success in work? Health & Wellness?
We specialize in helping clients who are dealing with relationship, communication or intimacy issues, depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, grief, loss, trauma or abuse.
Regardless of why you contact The Jonas Center, you can expect an atmosphere of safety where you are treated with respect, kindness and professionalism. With 10+ therapists on staff and 6 locations with evening hours available, it's our goal to make it convenient for you as well.
We specialize in helping clients who are dealing with relationship, communication or intimacy issues, depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, grief, loss, trauma or abuse.
Regardless of why you contact The Jonas Center, you can expect an atmosphere of safety where you are treated with respect, kindness and professionalism. With 10+ therapists on staff and 6 locations with evening hours available, it's our goal to make it convenient for you as well.
Most clients seeking a trauma therapist want a no-nonsense, empathetic guide who gets it.
As a trauma specialist in eye movement therapy, I help you process and heal from deep-seated trauma quickly and effectively. Using techniques like EMDR, and ART we'll unlock and reframe painful memories, reducing their emotional charge. Together, we'll transform your trauma into a path for growth, helping you regain control and move forward with resilience.
Most clients seeking a trauma therapist want a no-nonsense, empathetic guide who gets it.
As a trauma specialist in eye movement therapy, I help you process and heal from deep-seated trauma quickly and effectively. Using techniques like EMDR, and ART we'll unlock and reframe painful memories, reducing their emotional charge. Together, we'll transform your trauma into a path for growth, helping you regain control and move forward with resilience.
I work with teens and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and major life transitions.
My approach is thoughtful, flexible, and tailored to you. I draw from attachment-based work, CBT, and holistic practices to help you better understand your emotions, build coping tools, and strengthen your relationships. We may also explore how stress shows up in your body, daily habits, and overall well-being to support more lasting change.
I work with teens and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and major life transitions.
My approach is thoughtful, flexible, and tailored to you. I draw from attachment-based work, CBT, and holistic practices to help you better understand your emotions, build coping tools, and strengthen your relationships. We may also explore how stress shows up in your body, daily habits, and overall well-being to support more lasting change.
My ideal clients are individuals who have lost their sense of self or resilience—whether from trauma, addiction, chronic stress, or emotional exhaustion—and are searching for purpose and identity.
I validate and support clients without judgment as they find who they are—or become who they want to be—through an Adlerian lens, using EMDR, DBT, and other evidence-based methods. Therapy is collaborative and focuses on identifying cognitive distortions, exploring past experiences, and building strengths to address trauma, addiction, and emotional distress.
My ideal clients are individuals who have lost their sense of self or resilience—whether from trauma, addiction, chronic stress, or emotional exhaustion—and are searching for purpose and identity.
I validate and support clients without judgment as they find who they are—or become who they want to be—through an Adlerian lens, using EMDR, DBT, and other evidence-based methods. Therapy is collaborative and focuses on identifying cognitive distortions, exploring past experiences, and building strengths to address trauma, addiction, and emotional distress.
New Clients Welcome! Life can be full of adventures that bring us joy and roadblocks that challenge our ability to focus and move forward. When there is too much going on in day to day life or changes you didn't ask for, life seems to fall apart. Feelings of being overwhelmed take over. No matter what your journey has been, or will be, The Journey Center can be there to support you. You aren’t alone. The Journey Center provides counseling and therapy services in support of achieving balanced mental health in a busy world. Schedule online
New Clients Welcome! Life can be full of adventures that bring us joy and roadblocks that challenge our ability to focus and move forward. When there is too much going on in day to day life or changes you didn't ask for, life seems to fall apart. Feelings of being overwhelmed take over. No matter what your journey has been, or will be, The Journey Center can be there to support you. You aren’t alone. The Journey Center provides counseling and therapy services in support of achieving balanced mental health in a busy world. Schedule online
In the realm of mental health, my commitment is driven by my profound sense of empathy and compassion. It's my passion to support every individual in their discovery for a life enriched with fulfillment and well-being. I strive to create a space where individuals feel validated and understood. Witnessing their journey towards growth and transformation not only fuels my enthusiasm but also provides meaning in my own life. Together, we embark on a shared voyage of self-discovery, resilience, and holistic well-being, paving the way for enduring positive change.
In the realm of mental health, my commitment is driven by my profound sense of empathy and compassion. It's my passion to support every individual in their discovery for a life enriched with fulfillment and well-being. I strive to create a space where individuals feel validated and understood. Witnessing their journey towards growth and transformation not only fuels my enthusiasm but also provides meaning in my own life. Together, we embark on a shared voyage of self-discovery, resilience, and holistic well-being, paving the way for enduring positive change.
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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.