Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Orange County, NC
My ideal client is someone who wants to work on achieving the highest level of functioning possible. I work with diverse issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use. I have work with personality disorders and bi-polar disorders. I focus on each individual's unique needs and what they want to accomplish. I am skilled in multiple therapies to ensure that each individual receives the therapy they need and can best respond to.
My ideal client is someone who wants to work on achieving the highest level of functioning possible. I work with diverse issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use. I have work with personality disorders and bi-polar disorders. I focus on each individual's unique needs and what they want to accomplish. I am skilled in multiple therapies to ensure that each individual receives the therapy they need and can best respond to.
I have worked with individuals who have experienced trauma and now struggle with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, PTSD, OCD, anger, and other mental health problems.
I work with each individual to empower them to discover their best self. Each person is unique and has the capability and skills for change. I provide a safe space for each individual to feel supported and heard. My goal is to support you throughout the entire therapeutic process, encouraging you, showing empathy, and inspire growth.
I have worked with individuals who have experienced trauma and now struggle with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, PTSD, OCD, anger, and other mental health problems.
I work with each individual to empower them to discover their best self. Each person is unique and has the capability and skills for change. I provide a safe space for each individual to feel supported and heard. My goal is to support you throughout the entire therapeutic process, encouraging you, showing empathy, and inspire growth.
Whether you are healing from trauma, in pain, facing conflicts, seeking connection with your best self, your faith, or your motivation, you deserve joy.
Through personal and professional experience I've learned how to collaborate with individuals, families, children, teens, and couples. I have formal and lived education in helping with betrayal, hurt, and conflict. You can access your wisdom, heart, and potential. Together we can create the safety needed to let trust and connection take place.
Whether you are healing from trauma, in pain, facing conflicts, seeking connection with your best self, your faith, or your motivation, you deserve joy.
Through personal and professional experience I've learned how to collaborate with individuals, families, children, teens, and couples. I have formal and lived education in helping with betrayal, hurt, and conflict. You can access your wisdom, heart, and potential. Together we can create the safety needed to let trust and connection take place.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, adjusting to personal & professional life challenges, & sustaining recovery from substance use.
My approach to therapy includes honoring the skills & strengths you already have, while using mind & body approaches to heal. I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner & use this body-oriented approach to increase resilience, relieve stress, & heal trauma. I use EMDR, CBT, mindfulness, attachment, & somatic techniques to transform challenges into strengths.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, adjusting to personal & professional life challenges, & sustaining recovery from substance use.
My approach to therapy includes honoring the skills & strengths you already have, while using mind & body approaches to heal. I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner & use this body-oriented approach to increase resilience, relieve stress, & heal trauma. I use EMDR, CBT, mindfulness, attachment, & somatic techniques to transform challenges into strengths.
Claudia Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and families on a variety of issues, including but not limited to behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, adoption/foster care, trauma, and family stress.
I offer play therapy, both child-centered and more directive activities, as well as psychodynamic and evidence-based approaches (DBT) with older clients. I have several years of experience coaching teachers and educators in social-emotional concepts, and believe it is important to collaborate with schools when working with children and adolescents.
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and families on a variety of issues, including but not limited to behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, adoption/foster care, trauma, and family stress.
I offer play therapy, both child-centered and more directive activities, as well as psychodynamic and evidence-based approaches (DBT) with older clients. I have several years of experience coaching teachers and educators in social-emotional concepts, and believe it is important to collaborate with schools when working with children and adolescents.
I often work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship issues, trauma, and eating disorders.
I believe people are doing the best they can based on what they have learned from significant life relationships and situations. We feel distressed when what we have learned no longer works. This is where growth occurs and new potential is possible. I provide a safe and supportive space to explore how you can be at your best and live your fullest life.
I often work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship issues, trauma, and eating disorders.
I believe people are doing the best they can based on what they have learned from significant life relationships and situations. We feel distressed when what we have learned no longer works. This is where growth occurs and new potential is possible. I provide a safe and supportive space to explore how you can be at your best and live your fullest life.
Annie Bradford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Waitlist for new clients
I bring experience in treating anxiety and depression, and my specialty is resolving trauma, whether a PTSD diagnosis or more acute symptoms.
My style of therapy involves a strong focus on providing a safe space to be listened to and to heal. I believe that therapy should, at its core, be a compassionate and uplifting experience; at the same time, it should push us far enough out of our comfort zones that we are empowered to grow.
I bring experience in treating anxiety and depression, and my specialty is resolving trauma, whether a PTSD diagnosis or more acute symptoms.
My style of therapy involves a strong focus on providing a safe space to be listened to and to heal. I believe that therapy should, at its core, be a compassionate and uplifting experience; at the same time, it should push us far enough out of our comfort zones that we are empowered to grow.
My experience is that the psychological symptoms we experience in the present are the ways we have tried to protect ourselves from the experience of the early trauma that we went through in childhood, and that by clearing the early trauma, we can release the symptoms in the present.
I am certified as a Transactional Analyst, a Redecision Therapist, a Marital and Family Therapist, a Group Psychotherapist, and an Advanced Integrative Therapist which combines a psychodynamic approach with Energy Psychology. I do individual, group, couple and family therapy.
My experience is that the psychological symptoms we experience in the present are the ways we have tried to protect ourselves from the experience of the early trauma that we went through in childhood, and that by clearing the early trauma, we can release the symptoms in the present.
I am certified as a Transactional Analyst, a Redecision Therapist, a Marital and Family Therapist, a Group Psychotherapist, and an Advanced Integrative Therapist which combines a psychodynamic approach with Energy Psychology. I do individual, group, couple and family therapy.
I am a Certified EMDR Practitioner specializing in Trauma Processing, Mood Disorders (like Anxiety/Depression), Eating Disorders, Life Transitions, and Gender/Sexuality.
I use various Evidence Based Modalities, always with a Client-Centered, Trauma Informed, Social Justice-oriented lens. These include EMDR, CBT, Psychoeducation, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. Our aim is to make sense of the origins of distress and reduce symptoms. I am also trained in Eating Disorder treatment modalities for those seeking ED Treatment.
I am a Certified EMDR Practitioner specializing in Trauma Processing, Mood Disorders (like Anxiety/Depression), Eating Disorders, Life Transitions, and Gender/Sexuality.
I use various Evidence Based Modalities, always with a Client-Centered, Trauma Informed, Social Justice-oriented lens. These include EMDR, CBT, Psychoeducation, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. Our aim is to make sense of the origins of distress and reduce symptoms. I am also trained in Eating Disorder treatment modalities for those seeking ED Treatment.
I have worked with clients experiencing many different challenges - trauma, sexual abuse, life transitions, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis, marriage issues, isolation and loneliness and chronic physical conditions.
I utilize a variety of techniques and modalities (one of the benefits of longevity!). My approach is holistic in nature - utilizing mindfulness, somatic and spirituality in psychotherapy along with other best-practice techniques. I specialize in trauma recovery. I am fluent in American sign language and love working with Deaf clients and CODAS.
I have worked with clients experiencing many different challenges - trauma, sexual abuse, life transitions, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis, marriage issues, isolation and loneliness and chronic physical conditions.
I utilize a variety of techniques and modalities (one of the benefits of longevity!). My approach is holistic in nature - utilizing mindfulness, somatic and spirituality in psychotherapy along with other best-practice techniques. I specialize in trauma recovery. I am fluent in American sign language and love working with Deaf clients and CODAS.
I work best with folks navigating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, identity exploration, and life transitions.
I work from an ecowomanist lens, meaning you guide the direction of our work. Together, we create strategies that support connection to yourself, the earth, and your relationships. I integrate motivational interviewing, coherence therapy, mindfulness and somatic practices, nature-based therapy, and DBT skills.
I work best with folks navigating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, identity exploration, and life transitions.
I work from an ecowomanist lens, meaning you guide the direction of our work. Together, we create strategies that support connection to yourself, the earth, and your relationships. I integrate motivational interviewing, coherence therapy, mindfulness and somatic practices, nature-based therapy, and DBT skills.
NC & CT I have had the honor of working with individuals & families from pre-adolescents to adults for 39 yrs as a therapist. It is a big step to find a therapist that is a good fit, and my intention is to have a comfortable compassionate space and a relationship for clients to meet their goals of dealing with life's transitions, feelings that constrain one's life, managing emotions, or improving relationships with fundamental building blocks all the way up to mastery of the tools and skills you will explore and practice from our work together as we cultivate psychological flexibility to find ease through the ebbs and flows of life.
NC & CT I have had the honor of working with individuals & families from pre-adolescents to adults for 39 yrs as a therapist. It is a big step to find a therapist that is a good fit, and my intention is to have a comfortable compassionate space and a relationship for clients to meet their goals of dealing with life's transitions, feelings that constrain one's life, managing emotions, or improving relationships with fundamental building blocks all the way up to mastery of the tools and skills you will explore and practice from our work together as we cultivate psychological flexibility to find ease through the ebbs and flows of life.
For over 30 years, I have been helping a diverse clientele with a vast array of mental health, substance use, and trauma concerns in a variety of settings.
I look forward to collaborating with you to determine what therapy intervention is optimal for you to make changes in your life. I specialize in CBT, DBT, interpersonal work, and interpersonal EMDR. Using a private and secure virtual platform, I am able to reach out to you and offer help.
For over 30 years, I have been helping a diverse clientele with a vast array of mental health, substance use, and trauma concerns in a variety of settings.
I look forward to collaborating with you to determine what therapy intervention is optimal for you to make changes in your life. I specialize in CBT, DBT, interpersonal work, and interpersonal EMDR. Using a private and secure virtual platform, I am able to reach out to you and offer help.
I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment difficulties, low self-esteem and behavioral issues at home and school.
My approach is collaborative and supportive while working with clients to identify areas of change and develop treatment goals. I am queer allied, Health at Every Size (HAES) affirming and neurodivergent affirming. My goal is to help you love the person you are as well as the person you will grow to be.
I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment difficulties, low self-esteem and behavioral issues at home and school.
My approach is collaborative and supportive while working with clients to identify areas of change and develop treatment goals. I am queer allied, Health at Every Size (HAES) affirming and neurodivergent affirming. My goal is to help you love the person you are as well as the person you will grow to be.
Whether you’re processing trauma, navigating anxiety, or simply feeling out of sync.
Making the decision to begin therapy can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. I offer EMDR, ACT, and IFS to help adults process the past, reconnect with themselves, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
Many of us find ourselves stuck in deep-rooted patterns that may have once been helpful or protective, but no longer serve us. These patterns can make it hard to feel present, connected, or aligned with the life we want to live. Pain and discomfort are part of being human but with the right support, healing is possible.
Whether you’re processing trauma, navigating anxiety, or simply feeling out of sync.
Making the decision to begin therapy can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. I offer EMDR, ACT, and IFS to help adults process the past, reconnect with themselves, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
Many of us find ourselves stuck in deep-rooted patterns that may have once been helpful or protective, but no longer serve us. These patterns can make it hard to feel present, connected, or aligned with the life we want to live. Pain and discomfort are part of being human but with the right support, healing is possible.
Madalyn Renfrow
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA, MT-BC
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Whether it is to clarify shifts in identity, to navigate waves of emotional unrest, to compassionately turn towards parts of oneself that have been neglected, to unlock pieces of the mind shut down by trauma, or to accumulate more life skills necessary for tackling seasons of anxiety or depression, I am thankful for the opportunity to partner with you.
Using a narrative-therapy inspired approach, I enjoy seeing the client's life as a story full of chapters characterized by core beliefs, impactful experiences, and reverberating emotions. My goal is to identify the current chapter of life you are in and how you might want to shift and change the current narrative towards greater health and healing.
Whether it is to clarify shifts in identity, to navigate waves of emotional unrest, to compassionately turn towards parts of oneself that have been neglected, to unlock pieces of the mind shut down by trauma, or to accumulate more life skills necessary for tackling seasons of anxiety or depression, I am thankful for the opportunity to partner with you.
Using a narrative-therapy inspired approach, I enjoy seeing the client's life as a story full of chapters characterized by core beliefs, impactful experiences, and reverberating emotions. My goal is to identify the current chapter of life you are in and how you might want to shift and change the current narrative towards greater health and healing.
You might be carrying the weight of systemic oppression, intergenerational trauma, or the pressure to fit into a world that wasn’t built with you in mind.
I also support clients navigating burnout, career uncertainty, and the emotional toll of systemic oppression—especially trans, gender expansive, and femme leaders holding positional power and managing complex racial and gender dynamics. My work is rooted in dignity, resilience, and empowerment, with a focus on practical strategies for growth and self-care.
You might be carrying the weight of systemic oppression, intergenerational trauma, or the pressure to fit into a world that wasn’t built with you in mind.
I also support clients navigating burnout, career uncertainty, and the emotional toll of systemic oppression—especially trans, gender expansive, and femme leaders holding positional power and managing complex racial and gender dynamics. My work is rooted in dignity, resilience, and empowerment, with a focus on practical strategies for growth and self-care.
All of us confront situations in life that can be overwhelming. Counseling can help us to find solutions as well as ways to cope and succeed. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults facing a variety of issues.
All of us confront situations in life that can be overwhelming. Counseling can help us to find solutions as well as ways to cope and succeed. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults facing a variety of issues.
As former Clinical Faculty at the STEP Clinic at UNC my focus was on psychosis, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma/ PTSD, and personality disorders.
I work with adults to develop a partnership for exploring ways to live a fuller, more quality filled life. I believe all of us can benefit from psychotherapy to develop a deeper understanding of ourselves and the human condition. Finding meaning in our lives helps us cope with the inevitable suffering we experience on our journey.
As former Clinical Faculty at the STEP Clinic at UNC my focus was on psychosis, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma/ PTSD, and personality disorders.
I work with adults to develop a partnership for exploring ways to live a fuller, more quality filled life. I believe all of us can benefit from psychotherapy to develop a deeper understanding of ourselves and the human condition. Finding meaning in our lives helps us cope with the inevitable suffering we experience on our journey.
Areas of Interest: Shame Resilience; Relational, Developmental & Shock Trauma; PTSD; Life Transitions; Enhancing Relationships; Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Loss; Embodied Sexuality.
To mindfully awaken is to become conscious in the here and now while integrating all of our experiences before this moment in time. This practice of living courageously, authentically, with non-judgmental awareness, while embracing our worthiness, helps us live a fuller life. Specializing in psychotherapy with adults & couples, my therapeutic approach draws from Somatic Experiencing, Attachment Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, IFS- & DBT-informed therapy, as well as the research of Brené Brown. I am also a Prepare/Enrich Facilitator who works with couples at all stages of their relationship.
Areas of Interest: Shame Resilience; Relational, Developmental & Shock Trauma; PTSD; Life Transitions; Enhancing Relationships; Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Loss; Embodied Sexuality.
To mindfully awaken is to become conscious in the here and now while integrating all of our experiences before this moment in time. This practice of living courageously, authentically, with non-judgmental awareness, while embracing our worthiness, helps us live a fuller life. Specializing in psychotherapy with adults & couples, my therapeutic approach draws from Somatic Experiencing, Attachment Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, IFS- & DBT-informed therapy, as well as the research of Brené Brown. I am also a Prepare/Enrich Facilitator who works with couples at all stages of their relationship.
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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.