Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Wendell, NC
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief & loss, LGBTQIA+ related issues, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and more.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in respect. I blend CBT with psychodynamic, narrative, somatic, EMDR, and Gestalt techniques, guided by a Person-Centered lens. I believe in your ability to heal and grow. I'm here to support you with compassion and curiosity every step of the way.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief & loss, LGBTQIA+ related issues, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and more.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in respect. I blend CBT with psychodynamic, narrative, somatic, EMDR, and Gestalt techniques, guided by a Person-Centered lens. I believe in your ability to heal and grow. I'm here to support you with compassion and curiosity every step of the way.
Maybe old trauma keeps resurfacing.
I specialize in working with young adults and adults, including therapists and educators, who are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, adjustment to college and graduation, relationship concerns, perinatal mental health (pregnancy, postpartum, birth trauma) and parenting stress, and racial/cultural stressors.
Maybe old trauma keeps resurfacing.
I specialize in working with young adults and adults, including therapists and educators, who are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, adjustment to college and graduation, relationship concerns, perinatal mental health (pregnancy, postpartum, birth trauma) and parenting stress, and racial/cultural stressors.
Developmental Trauma affects every part of our growth and development.
I create a place for you to experience healing through a lens of safety, presence and regulation. Touch, and intentional touch in online therapy, is an integral part of the treatment. Talking and psycho-education are also important components. Healing developmental trauma not only heals the individual, it also heals our future generations.
Developmental Trauma affects every part of our growth and development.
I create a place for you to experience healing through a lens of safety, presence and regulation. Touch, and intentional touch in online therapy, is an integral part of the treatment. Talking and psycho-education are also important components. Healing developmental trauma not only heals the individual, it also heals our future generations.
I specialize in trauma and help people rebuild trust in themselves, feel more grounded, and create meaningful change.
My background includes first-line crisis work, in-home services, and clinical supervision and teaching. I use evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches like TF-CBT, DBT, attachment work, and narrative therapy. Our work is collaborative and flexible, focused on helping you feel grounded, connected, and empowered to make thechanges that matter most to you.
I specialize in trauma and help people rebuild trust in themselves, feel more grounded, and create meaningful change.
My background includes first-line crisis work, in-home services, and clinical supervision and teaching. I use evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches like TF-CBT, DBT, attachment work, and narrative therapy. Our work is collaborative and flexible, focused on helping you feel grounded, connected, and empowered to make thechanges that matter most to you.
I have about 3 years of experience in outpatient therapy focused on anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, neurodivergence, and general mental health concerns with adults and teens.
I greatly enjoy working with anxiety from a trauma- informed perspective. I use interventions from DBT, EMDR, ACT, and CBT to best fit client needs. I am receptive to what feels effective for you as we personalize our work together.
I have about 3 years of experience in outpatient therapy focused on anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, neurodivergence, and general mental health concerns with adults and teens.
I greatly enjoy working with anxiety from a trauma- informed perspective. I use interventions from DBT, EMDR, ACT, and CBT to best fit client needs. I am receptive to what feels effective for you as we personalize our work together.
My expertise lies in working with those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relational issues, and life transitions.
"The best way to help someone is not to change them, but instead help them reveal the greatest version of themselves". We are all born with the capacity to operate at our best, yet life circumstances sometimes make us question our existence, value, and purpose. In each session, my purpose is to guide you on a transformative journey toward discovering and embracing your authentic self and empowering you to live your fullest potential. I am dedicated to creating a supportive space that not only cultivates self-discovery but also provides counseling and coaching to assist individuals in dealing with life's challenges.
My expertise lies in working with those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relational issues, and life transitions.
"The best way to help someone is not to change them, but instead help them reveal the greatest version of themselves". We are all born with the capacity to operate at our best, yet life circumstances sometimes make us question our existence, value, and purpose. In each session, my purpose is to guide you on a transformative journey toward discovering and embracing your authentic self and empowering you to live your fullest potential. I am dedicated to creating a supportive space that not only cultivates self-discovery but also provides counseling and coaching to assist individuals in dealing with life's challenges.
Treatment areas: General mental health, dissociation, trauma and PTSD (C- PTSD), adult ADHD, weight/obesity, bariatric surgery support, chemical and behavioral addiction.
Paula Lavocat is the Owner of Advocate Counseling and Consulting, PLLC and intentionally built a trauma-focused practice. She is an EMDRIA certified EMDR Therapist and Approved Consultant offering EMDR Consultation, and EMDR training facilitator with Institute for Creative Mindfulness. Her practice includes several EMDRIA trained EMDR therapists as well.
Treatment areas: General mental health, dissociation, trauma and PTSD (C- PTSD), adult ADHD, weight/obesity, bariatric surgery support, chemical and behavioral addiction.
Paula Lavocat is the Owner of Advocate Counseling and Consulting, PLLC and intentionally built a trauma-focused practice. She is an EMDRIA certified EMDR Therapist and Approved Consultant offering EMDR Consultation, and EMDR training facilitator with Institute for Creative Mindfulness. Her practice includes several EMDRIA trained EMDR therapists as well.
Victoria Edgington, Birth Trauma &
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, PMH-C
Serves Area
I use EMDR therapy, combined with a compassionate, client-centered approach to treat the underlying trauma and grief at the root of your anxiety.
Resolving trauma helps my clients answer questions like these from a place of peace, not fear: Should we try for another baby? Should I give birth in a hospital or elsewhere? Should I have a C-section or induction or wait to give birth naturally? Is this feeling my "mom intuition" or anxiety? Can I find closure being done having children for health reasons?
I use EMDR therapy, combined with a compassionate, client-centered approach to treat the underlying trauma and grief at the root of your anxiety.
Resolving trauma helps my clients answer questions like these from a place of peace, not fear: Should we try for another baby? Should I give birth in a hospital or elsewhere? Should I have a C-section or induction or wait to give birth naturally? Is this feeling my "mom intuition" or anxiety? Can I find closure being done having children for health reasons?
You survived a trauma, and now you’re working to untangle your emotions and regain your footing.
My approach is honest, compassionate, and unapologetically real. I bring humor, straight talk, and a nonjudgmental space where you can show up as you are. You’ll definitely hear a cuss word or two. We’ll laugh when it’s healing, and we’ll sit with the hard stuff too: the tears, the memories you pushed down, and the emotions you haven’t felt in years.
You survived a trauma, and now you’re working to untangle your emotions and regain your footing.
My approach is honest, compassionate, and unapologetically real. I bring humor, straight talk, and a nonjudgmental space where you can show up as you are. You’ll definitely hear a cuss word or two. We’ll laugh when it’s healing, and we’ll sit with the hard stuff too: the tears, the memories you pushed down, and the emotions you haven’t felt in years.
I help individuals and families address impacts of trauma and other disruptions (survivors of loss of a loved one through violence; divorce, anger management; depression).
You are stronger than you think - and sometimes, all it takes is the right support to rediscover that strength. I love helping clients tap into their resilience as they navigate life’s challenges. My clients often share that they feel more empowered to overcome internal barriers and build more fulfilling relationships at home and at work. Through decades of experience with individuals from diverse backgrounds and many types of families, including adoptive and LGBTQ+ families, I’ve learned to listen deeply and tailor my approach to the unique needs of each person I work with.
I help individuals and families address impacts of trauma and other disruptions (survivors of loss of a loved one through violence; divorce, anger management; depression).
You are stronger than you think - and sometimes, all it takes is the right support to rediscover that strength. I love helping clients tap into their resilience as they navigate life’s challenges. My clients often share that they feel more empowered to overcome internal barriers and build more fulfilling relationships at home and at work. Through decades of experience with individuals from diverse backgrounds and many types of families, including adoptive and LGBTQ+ families, I’ve learned to listen deeply and tailor my approach to the unique needs of each person I work with.
If so, you may be suffering from PTSD.
I offer Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR). This specific therapy helps the brain reprocess traumatic events, which can change the negative narratives we hold about ourselves. I also integrate other modalities, including Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Somatic Therapy, and Compassion Focused Therapy
If so, you may be suffering from PTSD.
I offer Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR). This specific therapy helps the brain reprocess traumatic events, which can change the negative narratives we hold about ourselves. I also integrate other modalities, including Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Somatic Therapy, and Compassion Focused Therapy
I am certified in DBT which treats Borderline Personality Disorder, self harm, PTSD, suicidal behavior, substance use, depression, anxiety and eating disorders.
I specialize in working with people who have unstable moods, can act recklessly, struggle with everyday life challenges, relationship challenges whether with a partner, family member or children, people who tend to look for quick comfort with the challenges of life through substances, self-harm, food, etc. I can help you work to learn the underlying causes.
I am certified in DBT which treats Borderline Personality Disorder, self harm, PTSD, suicidal behavior, substance use, depression, anxiety and eating disorders.
I specialize in working with people who have unstable moods, can act recklessly, struggle with everyday life challenges, relationship challenges whether with a partner, family member or children, people who tend to look for quick comfort with the challenges of life through substances, self-harm, food, etc. I can help you work to learn the underlying causes.
Additional training in clinical trauma , military trauma as well as certification as an indigenous psychotherapy and LGBTQ +.
I am an experienced mental health professional that is employed by sonder mind with the ability to assess, diagnosis and identify specific therapeutic applications.
Additional training in clinical trauma , military trauma as well as certification as an indigenous psychotherapy and LGBTQ +.
I am an experienced mental health professional that is employed by sonder mind with the ability to assess, diagnosis and identify specific therapeutic applications.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re carrying a lot emotionally while also trying to keep up with everyday responsibilities. I offer a supportive, grounding space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to reconnect with yourself.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re carrying a lot emotionally while also trying to keep up with everyday responsibilities. I offer a supportive, grounding space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to reconnect with yourself.
You wake up and tell yourself today will be different. Maybe you’ll finally feel lighter, more focused, more “you.” But then the thoughts start crowding in before the coffee even brews—worries about work, the past, or that one conversation you keep replaying. You get through the day, mostly on autopilot, pretending it’s fine. Some days it is. Other days it isn’t. You can’t remember the last time you felt genuinely calm, like your brain wasn’t running a marathon without a finish line.
You wake up and tell yourself today will be different. Maybe you’ll finally feel lighter, more focused, more “you.” But then the thoughts start crowding in before the coffee even brews—worries about work, the past, or that one conversation you keep replaying. You get through the day, mostly on autopilot, pretending it’s fine. Some days it is. Other days it isn’t. You can’t remember the last time you felt genuinely calm, like your brain wasn’t running a marathon without a finish line.
I also specialize in depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
I enjoy working with mothers through the early years of parenthood, with experiences ranging from prenatal anxiety and depression, postpartum depression, parenting challenges, and relationship issues. I also love helping those with depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, and relationship issues.
I also specialize in depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
I enjoy working with mothers through the early years of parenthood, with experiences ranging from prenatal anxiety and depression, postpartum depression, parenting challenges, and relationship issues. I also love helping those with depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, and relationship issues.
I help individuals find calm, clarity, and grounding during life’s biggest transitions. I specialize in supporting individuals across the full cycle of parenting—from fertility challenges and pregnancy to postpartum and the ongoing complexities of raising children. I’m especially passionate about working with Middle Eastern, Arab, and other marginalized individuals navigating identity, belonging, and sociopolitical stress. I also support teens and young adults stepping into independence, as well as older adults facing retirement, health changes, or loss—helping clients build resilience, restore balance, and reconnect with meaning.
I help individuals find calm, clarity, and grounding during life’s biggest transitions. I specialize in supporting individuals across the full cycle of parenting—from fertility challenges and pregnancy to postpartum and the ongoing complexities of raising children. I’m especially passionate about working with Middle Eastern, Arab, and other marginalized individuals navigating identity, belonging, and sociopolitical stress. I also support teens and young adults stepping into independence, as well as older adults facing retirement, health changes, or loss—helping clients build resilience, restore balance, and reconnect with meaning.
I can assist you with many personal issues as well as self-growth, life transitions and more. I interactively work with you in a holistically person-centered and solution-focused way and regularly use mindfulness and heartfulness, which can improve self-awareness, self-acceptance and coping while facilitating growth, healing and solutions. In this way, I encourage you to have independence, increase trust in yourself and make more confident and effective choices in your life. I seek to empower you to be your truest self in the present so as to maintain inner peace, fulfillment and access your potential and goals.
I can assist you with many personal issues as well as self-growth, life transitions and more. I interactively work with you in a holistically person-centered and solution-focused way and regularly use mindfulness and heartfulness, which can improve self-awareness, self-acceptance and coping while facilitating growth, healing and solutions. In this way, I encourage you to have independence, increase trust in yourself and make more confident and effective choices in your life. I seek to empower you to be your truest self in the present so as to maintain inner peace, fulfillment and access your potential and goals.
Felicia earned her Master’s in Social Administration from Case Western Reserve University. Felicia uses a creative approach by tapping into a client’s unique interests. In providing a tailored therapeutic experience, clients may engage in various types of games, mindfulness, music, and art as therapeutic modalities to reach goals. Felicia brings a calm, grounded presence to her work, honoring the mind-body connection as a powerful guide in healing. If you are ready to begin a journey toward growth, self-awareness, and healing, she invites you to reach out and take the first step.
Felicia earned her Master’s in Social Administration from Case Western Reserve University. Felicia uses a creative approach by tapping into a client’s unique interests. In providing a tailored therapeutic experience, clients may engage in various types of games, mindfulness, music, and art as therapeutic modalities to reach goals. Felicia brings a calm, grounded presence to her work, honoring the mind-body connection as a powerful guide in healing. If you are ready to begin a journey toward growth, self-awareness, and healing, she invites you to reach out and take the first step.
Let's be honest, finding the RIGHT therapist isn't always easy. With fewer than 15% of therapists being minorities, it can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. We get it...the struggle is real. Whether you're navigating anxiety, stress, major life changes, sexuality, gender identity...or just trying to make it through the day, we’re here for you.
Let's be honest, finding the RIGHT therapist isn't always easy. With fewer than 15% of therapists being minorities, it can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. We get it...the struggle is real. Whether you're navigating anxiety, stress, major life changes, sexuality, gender identity...or just trying to make it through the day, we’re here for you.
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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.