Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Saint Louis, MO
Cristina Marie Smugala
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63127
My specializations consist of treating trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, depression, grief, panic, and addictions.
My passion is to empathetically guide and support transformation of traumatic experience. I will empower you to face your fears, unburden toxic shame, heal traumatic wounds and help you reclaim the courage that you know is inside of you. The ability to have love, compassion and acceptance for yourself are powerful healing forces that I strive to ignite, recover and unlock in my clients. Through EMDR and Somatic Experiencing I focus on restoring a sense of calm, centered connectedness within the brain and body. I work to inspire courage, promote healing so you can embody radical acceptance, release fear and embrace authenticity.
My specializations consist of treating trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, depression, grief, panic, and addictions.
My passion is to empathetically guide and support transformation of traumatic experience. I will empower you to face your fears, unburden toxic shame, heal traumatic wounds and help you reclaim the courage that you know is inside of you. The ability to have love, compassion and acceptance for yourself are powerful healing forces that I strive to ignite, recover and unlock in my clients. Through EMDR and Somatic Experiencing I focus on restoring a sense of calm, centered connectedness within the brain and body. I work to inspire courage, promote healing so you can embody radical acceptance, release fear and embrace authenticity.
Alongside Counseling, Incorporated
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63146
My counseling specialties include issues involving trauma, depression, grief/loss; and family issues.
I am president of Alongside Counseling, Inc., a Licensed Professional Counselor engaged in private practice. I have been licensed since 2008 and approved to supervise counselors since 2014 by the state of Missouri; certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors; trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing therapy [EMDR], Emotional Freedom Technique and/or Energy Therapy [EFT] and Dialectical Behavior Therapy [DBT]. I earned Masters of Arts degrees from both Lindenwood University and Covenant Theological Seminary.
My counseling specialties include issues involving trauma, depression, grief/loss; and family issues.
I am president of Alongside Counseling, Inc., a Licensed Professional Counselor engaged in private practice. I have been licensed since 2008 and approved to supervise counselors since 2014 by the state of Missouri; certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors; trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing therapy [EMDR], Emotional Freedom Technique and/or Energy Therapy [EFT] and Dialectical Behavior Therapy [DBT]. I earned Masters of Arts degrees from both Lindenwood University and Covenant Theological Seminary.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and child behavioral issues.
I bring a broad range of professional and lived experiences to the table, allowing me to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. I utilize multiple treatment approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, trauma-focused therapy, and behavioral interventions, to best support my clients in a
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and child behavioral issues.
I bring a broad range of professional and lived experiences to the table, allowing me to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. I utilize multiple treatment approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, trauma-focused therapy, and behavioral interventions, to best support my clients in a
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling with trauma?.
I offer an integrated approach to therapy, tailored to your needs and goals. I specialize in Somatic Experiencing which is a gentle body-oriented modality that helps heal trauma and other stress related disorders by releasing unprocessed trauma and regulating your nervous system. My goal is to create a safe, inclusive space where you can heal at your pace.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling with trauma?.
I offer an integrated approach to therapy, tailored to your needs and goals. I specialize in Somatic Experiencing which is a gentle body-oriented modality that helps heal trauma and other stress related disorders by releasing unprocessed trauma and regulating your nervous system. My goal is to create a safe, inclusive space where you can heal at your pace.
L. Charlie Janski-Ogunfidodo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63118
Currently I mostly work with complex trauma and LGBTQIA+ folks, using Internal Family Systems.
As a therapist, I practice a person-centered, social justice-informed approach that employs Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy tools/techniques. I am trained in Internal Family Systems(level 1), and I am using it dominantly, because has worked so well to heal and affirm my clients with so much stigma.
Currently I mostly work with complex trauma and LGBTQIA+ folks, using Internal Family Systems.
As a therapist, I practice a person-centered, social justice-informed approach that employs Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy tools/techniques. I am trained in Internal Family Systems(level 1), and I am using it dominantly, because has worked so well to heal and affirm my clients with so much stigma.
Shawn G FitzWilliam
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63103
My ideal client is any adult who currently struggles with anxiety, depression, PTSD or other trauma, OCD, burnout, or relationship concerns who is ready to commit to treatment.
Update 01/10/2025: Currently no waitlist! I have evening and weekend options but will probably go back to a waitlist soon.
I am experienced in a wide variety of evidenced-based interventions including but not limited to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Behavioral Activation.
My ideal client is any adult who currently struggles with anxiety, depression, PTSD or other trauma, OCD, burnout, or relationship concerns who is ready to commit to treatment.
Update 01/10/2025: Currently no waitlist! I have evening and weekend options but will probably go back to a waitlist soon.
I am experienced in a wide variety of evidenced-based interventions including but not limited to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Behavioral Activation.
I enjoy helping people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, postpartum issues, grief, trauma, family struggles and more.
I have been trained in trauma therapy have been spent the past 6 years working with clients who have experienced some of life's hardest moments. I use IFS, EMDR, CBT, person centered therapy and family therapy to meet the needs and goals of my clients. I am also passionate about bringing our whole selves into therapy- the good, the bad and the vulnerable.
I enjoy helping people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, postpartum issues, grief, trauma, family struggles and more.
I have been trained in trauma therapy have been spent the past 6 years working with clients who have experienced some of life's hardest moments. I use IFS, EMDR, CBT, person centered therapy and family therapy to meet the needs and goals of my clients. I am also passionate about bringing our whole selves into therapy- the good, the bad and the vulnerable.
Navigating emotional terrain, feeling the weight of anxiety, self doubt, or the scars of past trauma?.
I’m a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor in St. Louis, MO, with experience in individual, couples, and group therapy. I hold a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health from UMSL and have 7 years experience working with teens, young adults, and families. I specialize in ASD, life transitions, self-discovery, and healing from sexual and religious trauma.
Navigating emotional terrain, feeling the weight of anxiety, self doubt, or the scars of past trauma?.
I’m a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor in St. Louis, MO, with experience in individual, couples, and group therapy. I hold a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health from UMSL and have 7 years experience working with teens, young adults, and families. I specialize in ASD, life transitions, self-discovery, and healing from sexual and religious trauma.
Cal Spinks, and together with my dedicated team, we provide compassionate, culturally affirming, trauma-informed care designed for your unique journey.
At Quantum Counseling, we understand how overwhelming life can feel at times. Anxiety, depression, and identity challenges can weigh heavily on your mind, leaving you feeling stuck or uncertain. But you don’t have to face these struggles alone. Our team specializes in culturally affirming, trauma-informed care tailored to your unique experiences.
Cal Spinks, and together with my dedicated team, we provide compassionate, culturally affirming, trauma-informed care designed for your unique journey.
At Quantum Counseling, we understand how overwhelming life can feel at times. Anxiety, depression, and identity challenges can weigh heavily on your mind, leaving you feeling stuck or uncertain. But you don’t have to face these struggles alone. Our team specializes in culturally affirming, trauma-informed care tailored to your unique experiences.
I have experience working persons who have experienced childhood and other traumas/ PTSD, sexual abuse, obsessiveness/compulsiveness, LGBTQ+-identity exploration, fears and phobias, poor self-image, anxiety, depression, and more.
Life is hard enough without having to go through it alone. No matter who you are or where you are from, my greatest wish for you at the outset is for you to recognize that we all have complications — we could all benefit from growth and healing. As we embrace these realities, we also learn to embrace all of the parts of ourselves, including those that most need our attention and affection. Make no mistake, the path to growth can be difficult. It involves equal parts frustration and exploration, and even a good dose of humor! But when we face ourselves, we may also find that the outcome is beautiful, rewarding, and even enchanting.
I have experience working persons who have experienced childhood and other traumas/ PTSD, sexual abuse, obsessiveness/compulsiveness, LGBTQ+-identity exploration, fears and phobias, poor self-image, anxiety, depression, and more.
Life is hard enough without having to go through it alone. No matter who you are or where you are from, my greatest wish for you at the outset is for you to recognize that we all have complications — we could all benefit from growth and healing. As we embrace these realities, we also learn to embrace all of the parts of ourselves, including those that most need our attention and affection. Make no mistake, the path to growth can be difficult. It involves equal parts frustration and exploration, and even a good dose of humor! But when we face ourselves, we may also find that the outcome is beautiful, rewarding, and even enchanting.
Drawing from my work in queer and immigrant communities, and in residential and outpatient settings, I specialize in trauma, attachment injuries, eating disorders, and identity exploration.
The systems we live within (capitalism, colonialism, anti-fatness, etc.) and our early attachment experiences can leave us feeling disconnected from others, our bodies, our values, and our authentic selves. I offer a compassionate space to explore the ways these systems have impacted you. Together, we'll develop resources, skills, and insights to make your life and relationships more manageable and meaningful.
Drawing from my work in queer and immigrant communities, and in residential and outpatient settings, I specialize in trauma, attachment injuries, eating disorders, and identity exploration.
The systems we live within (capitalism, colonialism, anti-fatness, etc.) and our early attachment experiences can leave us feeling disconnected from others, our bodies, our values, and our authentic selves. I offer a compassionate space to explore the ways these systems have impacted you. Together, we'll develop resources, skills, and insights to make your life and relationships more manageable and meaningful.
Meet Our Trauma and PTSD Therapists
Are you haunted by trauma memories, anxiety or depression?.
My background is in treating people with trauma, CPTSD/ PTSD, domestic abuse, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, mood disorders and relationships/attachment issues. I utilize a range of therapeutic modalities, individually tailored to meet your specific needs, to help you understand and work through whatever you are struggling with.
Are you haunted by trauma memories, anxiety or depression?.
My background is in treating people with trauma, CPTSD/ PTSD, domestic abuse, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, mood disorders and relationships/attachment issues. I utilize a range of therapeutic modalities, individually tailored to meet your specific needs, to help you understand and work through whatever you are struggling with.
Hebisen Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63118
Waitlist for new clients
I am a trained trauma therapist and have experience counseling survivors through my time working at inpatient and residential mental health facilities.
Waitlisting clients as of July 2024. - If you are like me, you have procrastinated this decision to seek counseling for some time, and you are steadily nearing desperation. Entering into therapy is difficult - it is important to find a therapist with whom you connect. I provide a free phone consultation and a half price first session, so we can decide if we are a good fit. I work best with clients who are motivated to begin the explorative process towards healing. I seek to honor the vulnerability required to make changes in one's life by listening without judgment and growing to understand the individual's experiences.
I am a trained trauma therapist and have experience counseling survivors through my time working at inpatient and residential mental health facilities.
Waitlisting clients as of July 2024. - If you are like me, you have procrastinated this decision to seek counseling for some time, and you are steadily nearing desperation. Entering into therapy is difficult - it is important to find a therapist with whom you connect. I provide a free phone consultation and a half price first session, so we can decide if we are a good fit. I work best with clients who are motivated to begin the explorative process towards healing. I seek to honor the vulnerability required to make changes in one's life by listening without judgment and growing to understand the individual's experiences.
Alexandra Solaro
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63110
I have experience working with clients in both intensive and outpatient settings treating trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, addictions and mood disorders.
We seek help when our way of relating to ourselves and others is no longer working for us. It can be daunting to look outside of ourselves to gain an understanding of something so personal, but taking this step offers the opportunity to cultivate powerful tools for adaptation, self-regulation and productive relationships. The tools that I use come from Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Experiencing and Internal Family Systems Therapy. These therapeutic modalities speak to the mind, body and heart, respectively, offering a holistic path to transformational change.
I have experience working with clients in both intensive and outpatient settings treating trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, addictions and mood disorders.
We seek help when our way of relating to ourselves and others is no longer working for us. It can be daunting to look outside of ourselves to gain an understanding of something so personal, but taking this step offers the opportunity to cultivate powerful tools for adaptation, self-regulation and productive relationships. The tools that I use come from Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Experiencing and Internal Family Systems Therapy. These therapeutic modalities speak to the mind, body and heart, respectively, offering a holistic path to transformational change.
Katie L Arnold
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63139
I have a diverse background in the evidence-based treatment of persons with trauma, eating disorders, co-occurring disorders, anxiety, mood disorders, LGBTQIA+ challenges and gender dysphoria.
I offer a mix of primarily art therapy, EMDR therapy and DBT / CBT - individualized depending on the client's case and goals. Art therapy encourages visual, physical and use of metaphors through art making for healing and understanding. I also offer art as therapy techniques to use for mindfulness, coping skills and gaining insight outside of sessions.
I have a diverse background in the evidence-based treatment of persons with trauma, eating disorders, co-occurring disorders, anxiety, mood disorders, LGBTQIA+ challenges and gender dysphoria.
I offer a mix of primarily art therapy, EMDR therapy and DBT / CBT - individualized depending on the client's case and goals. Art therapy encourages visual, physical and use of metaphors through art making for healing and understanding. I also offer art as therapy techniques to use for mindfulness, coping skills and gaining insight outside of sessions.
Many of the children I see have been previously diagnosed as having Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, ADHD, and Bi-Polar Disorders.
Please refer to my website to learn more about me:
www.attachmenttrauma.com
Many of the children I see have been previously diagnosed as having Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, ADHD, and Bi-Polar Disorders.
Please refer to my website to learn more about me:
www.attachmenttrauma.com
I have a background rooted in addressing diverse challenges, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, complex trauma, and PTSD.
My communication style is rooted in understanding and empathizing with each client’s individual's unique experiences and needs. I strive to create an environment that fosters open and non-judgmental discussion where my clients feel valued and heard.
I have a background rooted in addressing diverse challenges, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, complex trauma, and PTSD.
My communication style is rooted in understanding and empathizing with each client’s individual's unique experiences and needs. I strive to create an environment that fosters open and non-judgmental discussion where my clients feel valued and heard.
In a sex-positive, trauma-informed, and integrative space, all genders, sexual orientations, ethnicities, ages, and bodies are welcome.
In a safe and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized, integrative approach tailored to the individual needs of each client. If you would like to expand beyond the office, eco-therapy opportunities are available for those who seek to use our natural world to integrate processing with more depth and efficiency. Contact me for more details.
In a sex-positive, trauma-informed, and integrative space, all genders, sexual orientations, ethnicities, ages, and bodies are welcome.
In a safe and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized, integrative approach tailored to the individual needs of each client. If you would like to expand beyond the office, eco-therapy opportunities are available for those who seek to use our natural world to integrate processing with more depth and efficiency. Contact me for more details.
This may include navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life stressors, self-esteem, disordered patterns of eating, or substance use.
Hello! I’m so grateful you’ve chosen to be here. I see the human experience as being similar to a cup of coffee; both complex and nuanced. Much like coffee, some experiences can leave us feeling bitter while others leave us feeling fulfilled. As your therapist, I will meet you wherever you are in your process and we’ll work collaboratively to navigate these lived experiences. Together we will build a therapeutic relationship that fosters self-exploration, curiosity, self-acceptance, and empowerment.
This may include navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life stressors, self-esteem, disordered patterns of eating, or substance use.
Hello! I’m so grateful you’ve chosen to be here. I see the human experience as being similar to a cup of coffee; both complex and nuanced. Much like coffee, some experiences can leave us feeling bitter while others leave us feeling fulfilled. As your therapist, I will meet you wherever you are in your process and we’ll work collaboratively to navigate these lived experiences. Together we will build a therapeutic relationship that fosters self-exploration, curiosity, self-acceptance, and empowerment.
Brittany A. Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have 10 years of experience in the mental health field working with individuals, families, and couples who deal with a wide range of problems including; anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family conflicts, etc.
Taking the steps to locate and secure a therapist are not easy. You’ve probably been through some tough challenges that have brought you to this place today. However, you don’t have to navigate the hardships of life on your own. Allow me to help you build the skills you need to tap into your own resilience and create lasting changes!
I have 10 years of experience in the mental health field working with individuals, families, and couples who deal with a wide range of problems including; anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family conflicts, etc.
Taking the steps to locate and secure a therapist are not easy. You’ve probably been through some tough challenges that have brought you to this place today. However, you don’t have to navigate the hardships of life on your own. Allow me to help you build the skills you need to tap into your own resilience and create lasting changes!
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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.