Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Colonia, NJ
Elliott Cook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colonia, NJ 07067 (Online Only)
I am licensed in NJ and PA and utilize Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat mood dysregulation, trauma, impulse control and anxiety although not exclusively.
I am available for online therapy and work with adults to process life’s stressors and to address specific emotional responses and behaviors. Life is tough and reaching out for help with managing some aspects of it as identified by you, is going to give you insight and self-awareness while building your skillset for dealing with those stressors.
I am licensed in NJ and PA and utilize Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat mood dysregulation, trauma, impulse control and anxiety although not exclusively.
I am available for online therapy and work with adults to process life’s stressors and to address specific emotional responses and behaviors. Life is tough and reaching out for help with managing some aspects of it as identified by you, is going to give you insight and self-awareness while building your skillset for dealing with those stressors.
Brigid Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colonia, NJ 07067 (Online Only)
Brigid Sullivan has her Clinical Social Work License. She has been practicing with an LCSW since 2012 and practicing social work since 2009. Brigid’s approach to therapy is based on understanding each individual’s needs, and then helping to form goals and strategies for facing challenges. Brigid approaches each person through the lens of their unique experience, specializing in assisting individuals with depression, anxiety, chronic and acute medical conditions, grief, loss, trauma, substance use, caregiver/helping professionals, active duty military members, and their families.
Brigid Sullivan has her Clinical Social Work License. She has been practicing with an LCSW since 2012 and practicing social work since 2009. Brigid’s approach to therapy is based on understanding each individual’s needs, and then helping to form goals and strategies for facing challenges. Brigid approaches each person through the lens of their unique experience, specializing in assisting individuals with depression, anxiety, chronic and acute medical conditions, grief, loss, trauma, substance use, caregiver/helping professionals, active duty military members, and their families.
Ana Pais
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CFRC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colonia, NJ 07067
Do you find yourself thinking about your past wishing it could be different? Do you feel paralyzed with feelings of fear, vulnerability, and panic from everyday situations? Are you familiar with being on high-alert, and never letting your guard down that you are no longer sure what relaxing feels like in your body? Does it feel like you can't talk to anyone about your experience because they just don't understand? Do you want to finally feel like you can relax and enjoy the present moment? Do you want to get unstuck so you can accomplish your goals? Do you want to improve your relationships and live a life you are happy with?
Do you find yourself thinking about your past wishing it could be different? Do you feel paralyzed with feelings of fear, vulnerability, and panic from everyday situations? Are you familiar with being on high-alert, and never letting your guard down that you are no longer sure what relaxing feels like in your body? Does it feel like you can't talk to anyone about your experience because they just don't understand? Do you want to finally feel like you can relax and enjoy the present moment? Do you want to get unstuck so you can accomplish your goals? Do you want to improve your relationships and live a life you are happy with?
Wendy Hollinger
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Colonia, NJ 07067
Wendy Hollinger is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) who has over 7 years of experience assisting adolescents, adults, and seniors to better manage the effects of anger, depression, anxiety, poor communication, or underdeveloped-coping skills. Wendy earned her Master's degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. She identifies as a therapist, mother, wife, daughter, aunt, niece, cousin, friend, and co-worker. Wearing all of these hats has taught her to value relationships. As a therapist, she is also a firm believer that all relationships begin with the individual.
Wendy Hollinger is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) who has over 7 years of experience assisting adolescents, adults, and seniors to better manage the effects of anger, depression, anxiety, poor communication, or underdeveloped-coping skills. Wendy earned her Master's degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. She identifies as a therapist, mother, wife, daughter, aunt, niece, cousin, friend, and co-worker. Wearing all of these hats has taught her to value relationships. As a therapist, she is also a firm believer that all relationships begin with the individual.
Tabitha Jarrett
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Colonia, NJ 07067
Tabitha Jarrett (MSW, LSW) is a Board-Certified Licensed Social Worker with a great passion for holistic and client-centered care. She has been a licensed therapist for 3 years and has experience working in forensic social work with individuals and families – those with neurodevelopmental disabilities, mental health disabilities, and addictions, as well as those who were in the criminal justice system. After completing her Bachelor of Science degree at Penn State University, she began her journey in the public sector, receiving her Master's degree in Social Work from Fordham University, New York City, NY.
Tabitha Jarrett (MSW, LSW) is a Board-Certified Licensed Social Worker with a great passion for holistic and client-centered care. She has been a licensed therapist for 3 years and has experience working in forensic social work with individuals and families – those with neurodevelopmental disabilities, mental health disabilities, and addictions, as well as those who were in the criminal justice system. After completing her Bachelor of Science degree at Penn State University, she began her journey in the public sector, receiving her Master's degree in Social Work from Fordham University, New York City, NY.
Tara Garie
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Colonia, NJ 07067 (Online Only)
Tara Garie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey and Pennsylvania with over 8 years of experience providing therapeutic services. She helps teens, adults, and seniors to better cope with stress, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and many other types of disorders. Tara also has experience working with grief and gender identity issues.
Tara Garie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey and Pennsylvania with over 8 years of experience providing therapeutic services. She helps teens, adults, and seniors to better cope with stress, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and many other types of disorders. Tara also has experience working with grief and gender identity issues.
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Barbara Morcos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
You are motivated and determined to take life head on, but sometimes, life gets in the way and you struggle to be the best version of you possible. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, or adjusting to life changes, you deserve to have someone truly hear you and validate your feelings while working through life's curve balls. You deserve a safe place and compassionate ear for you to be heard and understood. You are courageous and will overcome any obstacle or trigger life puts in your way.
You are motivated and determined to take life head on, but sometimes, life gets in the way and you struggle to be the best version of you possible. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, or adjusting to life changes, you deserve to have someone truly hear you and validate your feelings while working through life's curve balls. You deserve a safe place and compassionate ear for you to be heard and understood. You are courageous and will overcome any obstacle or trigger life puts in your way.
Amber K Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP, EMDR Ce
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
I specialize in trauma therapy, guiding my clients to discover who they are apart from their trauma.
Feeling stressed about family, work, or other obligations? Let's work together to identify the underlying issues keeping you stuck in the past instead of working towards a brighter future. Through the use of evidence based therapies we will work together to overcome your current obstacles to make you a priority in your own life.
I specialize in trauma therapy, guiding my clients to discover who they are apart from their trauma.
Feeling stressed about family, work, or other obligations? Let's work together to identify the underlying issues keeping you stuck in the past instead of working towards a brighter future. Through the use of evidence based therapies we will work together to overcome your current obstacles to make you a priority in your own life.
Jeffrey Chang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, CCATP
Verified Verified
Rahway, NJ 07065
I have a particular interest in working with veterans, diverse peoples of trauma, geriatrics, and integrated health care. The ideal client is full of surprises and motivated to explore the limits of their potential. S/he will cross-examine, wholeheartedly endorse, and bring into the open what has yet to be uncovered. S/he will personalize what they notice/receive and share candid feedback on how to keep existing or try out new habits. S/he will utilize the available time to make use of what's keeping them stuck.
I have a particular interest in working with veterans, diverse peoples of trauma, geriatrics, and integrated health care. The ideal client is full of surprises and motivated to explore the limits of their potential. S/he will cross-examine, wholeheartedly endorse, and bring into the open what has yet to be uncovered. S/he will personalize what they notice/receive and share candid feedback on how to keep existing or try out new habits. S/he will utilize the available time to make use of what's keeping them stuck.
Melissa Cramutolo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Rahway, NJ 07065
Are you tired of experiencing the same patterns and want to heal at the root of your symptoms? I specialize in treating trauma, addictions, and self esteem issues - in particularly with women and teenagers. When my clients first come in, their lives are overrun by fear and insecurities. They carry around deep shame about who they are and never feel quite “good enough”. They want to be confident and heal the patterns that are holding them back but do not know where to start.
Are you tired of experiencing the same patterns and want to heal at the root of your symptoms? I specialize in treating trauma, addictions, and self esteem issues - in particularly with women and teenagers. When my clients first come in, their lives are overrun by fear and insecurities. They carry around deep shame about who they are and never feel quite “good enough”. They want to be confident and heal the patterns that are holding them back but do not know where to start.
Theresa Hicks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rahway, NJ 07065
Families are important to me, and learning to communicate in a world where technology and careers can disconnect the family—building bonds and relationships, learning to encourage and recognize the positive in others, and rebuilding relationships. To find the importance, look at past trauma individually, explore the impact trauma has on current situations, and heal the trauma to inspire the future and achieve success.
Families are important to me, and learning to communicate in a world where technology and careers can disconnect the family—building bonds and relationships, learning to encourage and recognize the positive in others, and rebuilding relationships. To find the importance, look at past trauma individually, explore the impact trauma has on current situations, and heal the trauma to inspire the future and achieve success.
Gina DiNiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rahway, NJ 07065
It is hard to say what my ideal client is because I believe that I am capable of working with various types of people and that each person is unique. Even with a "challenging" client, I have learned a lot and found value in the work. With that being said, my ideal client has a history of trauma that has impacted their ability to connect with others and themselves. They are struggling with body image, intrusive thoughts, and anxiety about how others are perceiving them. They want to be empowered to advocate for themselves when necessary and create a wellness routine that serves as a preventative measure for mental health problems.
It is hard to say what my ideal client is because I believe that I am capable of working with various types of people and that each person is unique. Even with a "challenging" client, I have learned a lot and found value in the work. With that being said, my ideal client has a history of trauma that has impacted their ability to connect with others and themselves. They are struggling with body image, intrusive thoughts, and anxiety about how others are perceiving them. They want to be empowered to advocate for themselves when necessary and create a wellness routine that serves as a preventative measure for mental health problems.
Kate Harrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, LCSW, CEC
Verified Verified
Clark, NJ 07066
Welcome to my Psychology Today page. I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in helping people through recovery from trauma, managing depression and anxiety, and working through career and employment changes. I have expertise in helping individuals and their families cope with relationship issues from navigating and working to resolve differences and learning to communicate better, to at times making decisions to end a relationship and helping all family members navigate through that difficult time.
Welcome to my Psychology Today page. I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in helping people through recovery from trauma, managing depression and anxiety, and working through career and employment changes. I have expertise in helping individuals and their families cope with relationship issues from navigating and working to resolve differences and learning to communicate better, to at times making decisions to end a relationship and helping all family members navigate through that difficult time.
Jamill R Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Avenel, NJ 07001 (Online Only)
SPECIALTY: ADDICTIONS/ SUBSTANCE ABUSE, VETERAN POPULATION , PTSD, CO-OCCURRING DISORDERS. DEPRESSION, MEN’S ISSUES, ANGER MANAGEMENT, ANXIETY , DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, ARC GROW THERAPY, MSW & LSW SUPERVISION
SPECIALTY: ADDICTIONS/ SUBSTANCE ABUSE, VETERAN POPULATION , PTSD, CO-OCCURRING DISORDERS. DEPRESSION, MEN’S ISSUES, ANGER MANAGEMENT, ANXIETY , DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, ARC GROW THERAPY, MSW & LSW SUPERVISION
Lizandra Portalatin
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clark, NJ 07066 (Online Only)
I specialize in the treatment of Anxiety, Childhood Trauma and PTSD. I offer EMDR and DBT among other treatments for these issues. Sometimes in life we find ourselves in a place where we need to talk with someone else about the burdens that we are carrying in our hearts and our minds. We know that we can't continue to go on this way but we don't know what to do to get out of it. At Grace Space Counseling, you will find the support and help that you need to bridge the gap from existing to thriving in your life.
I specialize in the treatment of Anxiety, Childhood Trauma and PTSD. I offer EMDR and DBT among other treatments for these issues. Sometimes in life we find ourselves in a place where we need to talk with someone else about the burdens that we are carrying in our hearts and our minds. We know that we can't continue to go on this way but we don't know what to do to get out of it. At Grace Space Counseling, you will find the support and help that you need to bridge the gap from existing to thriving in your life.
Cassandra Gammon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Edison, NJ 08820
Though I'm adept at addressing a broad spectrum of backgrounds and concerns, I hold a particular affinity for assisting individuals in overcoming the aftermath of trauma.
Hello! I'm Cassie, a licensed clinical social worker, with a decade of experience in mental health. My professional path has led me through various treatment settings, working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and facing a myriad of challenges. My objective isn't to "fix" people, but rather to support them in living the lives they desire, however that may look for them. I aim to empower individuals to recognize their own strength and autonomy, making choices aligned with their values. My mission is to assist clients in transitioning from merely surviving to truly thriving in their lives.
Though I'm adept at addressing a broad spectrum of backgrounds and concerns, I hold a particular affinity for assisting individuals in overcoming the aftermath of trauma.
Hello! I'm Cassie, a licensed clinical social worker, with a decade of experience in mental health. My professional path has led me through various treatment settings, working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and facing a myriad of challenges. My objective isn't to "fix" people, but rather to support them in living the lives they desire, however that may look for them. I aim to empower individuals to recognize their own strength and autonomy, making choices aligned with their values. My mission is to assist clients in transitioning from merely surviving to truly thriving in their lives.
Stephanie Amundson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Edison, NJ 08820
Stephanie holds licenses as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), and a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist (CCTS-I). Additionally, she is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which she frequently incorporates into her practice. With a profound dedication to aiding others and a commitment to continuous learning, Stephanie earned her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler University in Chicago. She furthered her expertise in trauma treatment through specialized training at the Arizona Trauma Institute.
Stephanie holds licenses as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), and a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist (CCTS-I). Additionally, she is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which she frequently incorporates into her practice. With a profound dedication to aiding others and a commitment to continuous learning, Stephanie earned her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler University in Chicago. She furthered her expertise in trauma treatment through specialized training at the Arizona Trauma Institute.
Margaret Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, SSW
Verified Verified
Rahway, NJ 07065
I will be a companion on the journey to assist with self-exploration in a non-judgmental, person-centered, trauma-focused, culturally sensitive manner that identifies the strengths that have assisted you thus far.
My ideal client would be someone who is sick and tired of being sick and tired of struggling mentally. This person would have years of experience with close relationship failure and consistent loss, have seen or been a victim of domestic violence, been verbally or physically abused as a child, and or experienced poverty. They will have either ignored the signs or continued to survive because of fear of what others would think. The person will need to understand what they are experiencing is not their fault, and their goal is to break free of the cycle that has continued for so long.
I will be a companion on the journey to assist with self-exploration in a non-judgmental, person-centered, trauma-focused, culturally sensitive manner that identifies the strengths that have assisted you thus far.
My ideal client would be someone who is sick and tired of being sick and tired of struggling mentally. This person would have years of experience with close relationship failure and consistent loss, have seen or been a victim of domestic violence, been verbally or physically abused as a child, and or experienced poverty. They will have either ignored the signs or continued to survive because of fear of what others would think. The person will need to understand what they are experiencing is not their fault, and their goal is to break free of the cycle that has continued for so long.
Dr. Chelece Atavia Brown
Licensed Social Worker , DSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Rahway, NJ 07065
I specialize in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Hello! My name is Dr. Chelece-Atavia Brown, a Pre-Licensed Social Worker (LSW) for New Jersey and a certified facilitator in Teen Mental Health First Aid by the National Council of Well-Being. I have experience in providing therapeutic services for children, teens, adults, couples, and groups. I assist high-achieving Black women and men with navigating life stressors. I'm passionate about bridging the gap between faith and mental health to increase an individual's quality of life.
I specialize in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Hello! My name is Dr. Chelece-Atavia Brown, a Pre-Licensed Social Worker (LSW) for New Jersey and a certified facilitator in Teen Mental Health First Aid by the National Council of Well-Being. I have experience in providing therapeutic services for children, teens, adults, couples, and groups. I assist high-achieving Black women and men with navigating life stressors. I'm passionate about bridging the gap between faith and mental health to increase an individual's quality of life.
Tabitha Handelong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Rahway, NJ 07065
I offer compassionate support and evidence-based therapy for trauma, PTSD, substance use, women's issues, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
My ideal client is a millennial grappling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or substance use recovery. They seek to uncover and process traumas underlying their mental health struggles. They desire to confront their past, alleviate symptoms, and emerge stronger. They long for improved well-being and a future free from the burdens of their past, motivated by a deep yearning for inner peace and fulfillment.
I offer compassionate support and evidence-based therapy for trauma, PTSD, substance use, women's issues, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
My ideal client is a millennial grappling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or substance use recovery. They seek to uncover and process traumas underlying their mental health struggles. They desire to confront their past, alleviate symptoms, and emerge stronger. They long for improved well-being and a future free from the burdens of their past, motivated by a deep yearning for inner peace and fulfillment.
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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.