Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Union Beach, NJ
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, supporting concerns such as trauma, anxiety, emotional regulation, and life transitions.
Do you ever feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected—longing for a sense of calm, grounding, and stability within yourself. Perhaps your body still holds the impact of past experiences, and despite your best efforts, your nervous system struggles to settle. You may want to understand yourself more deeply, quiet your mind, and move through life with greater ease and self-compassion.
I offer a safe, supportive space where you can slow down, feel more at home in your body, and gently reconnect with parts of yourself that are ready to heal. Healing is possible, even if it has felt out of reach.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, supporting concerns such as trauma, anxiety, emotional regulation, and life transitions.
Do you ever feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected—longing for a sense of calm, grounding, and stability within yourself. Perhaps your body still holds the impact of past experiences, and despite your best efforts, your nervous system struggles to settle. You may want to understand yourself more deeply, quiet your mind, and move through life with greater ease and self-compassion.
I offer a safe, supportive space where you can slow down, feel more at home in your body, and gently reconnect with parts of yourself that are ready to heal. Healing is possible, even if it has felt out of reach.
I draw from a variety of approaches—CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies—while also using person-centered, relational, and trauma-informed care.
Looking for support through life’s challenges? I’m Rachel, a therapist passionate about hearing your story and forming meaningful connections. I’ve worked with children, teens, and adults in settings ranging from inpatient care to outpatient therapy. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, parenting, and prenatal/postpartum mental health. Together, we’ll create a supportive space to explore your emotions, build coping skills, and work toward lasting growth and well-being.
I draw from a variety of approaches—CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies—while also using person-centered, relational, and trauma-informed care.
Looking for support through life’s challenges? I’m Rachel, a therapist passionate about hearing your story and forming meaningful connections. I’ve worked with children, teens, and adults in settings ranging from inpatient care to outpatient therapy. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, parenting, and prenatal/postpartum mental health. Together, we’ll create a supportive space to explore your emotions, build coping skills, and work toward lasting growth and well-being.
In my twenty years of working in the mental health field, I've learned that it is not the situation that can render us helpless, but the meaning we create about the situation. The judgments we make about ourselves and others can make a situation worse, creating anxiety, depression, or undue stress. I specialize in providing therapeutic interventions to decrease self defeating patterns and negative self-talk. You will be engaged in a partnership as treatment goals are identified to personalize your care. I specialize in the following therapies: DBT, CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness Meditation, Hypnotherapy, and Imago Couple Therapy.
In my twenty years of working in the mental health field, I've learned that it is not the situation that can render us helpless, but the meaning we create about the situation. The judgments we make about ourselves and others can make a situation worse, creating anxiety, depression, or undue stress. I specialize in providing therapeutic interventions to decrease self defeating patterns and negative self-talk. You will be engaged in a partnership as treatment goals are identified to personalize your care. I specialize in the following therapies: DBT, CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness Meditation, Hypnotherapy, and Imago Couple Therapy.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including relationship struggles, co-dependency, incarceration, depression, anxiety, substance use, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, social anxiety, mood disorders, and psychosis.
Looking to navigate life’s challenges and strengthen your relationships? Julee Wickliffe, DSW, LCSW, brings 25 years of social work experience across private practice, hospital units, correctional facilities, and substance use treatment. She specializes in helping clients facing relationship struggles, including divorce, codependency, and narcissistic abuse. Using a strengths-based, empathetic approach, Dr. Wickliffe empowers clients to recognize their inner strengths and overcome obstacles to create meaningful change.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including relationship struggles, co-dependency, incarceration, depression, anxiety, substance use, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, social anxiety, mood disorders, and psychosis.
Looking to navigate life’s challenges and strengthen your relationships? Julee Wickliffe, DSW, LCSW, brings 25 years of social work experience across private practice, hospital units, correctional facilities, and substance use treatment. She specializes in helping clients facing relationship struggles, including divorce, codependency, and narcissistic abuse. Using a strengths-based, empathetic approach, Dr. Wickliffe empowers clients to recognize their inner strengths and overcome obstacles to create meaningful change.
I support individuals navigating grief and loss, relationship struggles, codependency, family dynamics, low self-esteem, trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood-related challenges.
Grounded in a holistic, client-centered approach, I integrate Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), drawing from Adlerian, Eclectic, and Existential philosophies to tailor interventions that foster growth and transformation.
I support individuals navigating grief and loss, relationship struggles, codependency, family dynamics, low self-esteem, trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood-related challenges.
Grounded in a holistic, client-centered approach, I integrate Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), drawing from Adlerian, Eclectic, and Existential philosophies to tailor interventions that foster growth and transformation.
My ideal clients are individuals who are ready—whether they feel fully prepared or not—to make meaningful changes in their lives. Many come to my practice feeling overwhelmed, stuck in negative patterns, or unsure of how to move forward. They may be dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, or long-standing emotional struggles, and they’re looking for a safe space to better understand themselves and regain a sense of control.
What brings them in is often a desire for relief—but also hope. Even when things feel difficult, there’s usually a part of them that believes change is possible. They’re seek
My ideal clients are individuals who are ready—whether they feel fully prepared or not—to make meaningful changes in their lives. Many come to my practice feeling overwhelmed, stuck in negative patterns, or unsure of how to move forward. They may be dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, or long-standing emotional struggles, and they’re looking for a safe space to better understand themselves and regain a sense of control.
What brings them in is often a desire for relief—but also hope. Even when things feel difficult, there’s usually a part of them that believes change is possible. They’re seek
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I help people untangle the weight of trauma, anxiety, chronic stress, ADHD, and burnout; so you can finally breathe again, feel more grounded, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that have felt lost along the way.
You can expect a compassionate and comprehensive approach to healing. You’ll deepen your understanding of yourself and others, calm your nervous system and brain, and gain practical skills that make all aspects of life easier. The goal is true relief from the inside out, so you can live with a vibrant life.
I help people untangle the weight of trauma, anxiety, chronic stress, ADHD, and burnout; so you can finally breathe again, feel more grounded, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that have felt lost along the way.
You can expect a compassionate and comprehensive approach to healing. You’ll deepen your understanding of yourself and others, calm your nervous system and brain, and gain practical skills that make all aspects of life easier. The goal is true relief from the inside out, so you can live with a vibrant life.
I bring over fifteen years of experience in trauma-informed care, supporting individuals and groups who are navigating anxiety, depression, and stress related to chronic health concerns.
By thoughtfully integrating complementary therapeutic approaches—including mindfulness, mind-body awareness, and EMDR—I support clients in safely exploring patterns or beliefs that may no longer serve them.
I bring over fifteen years of experience in trauma-informed care, supporting individuals and groups who are navigating anxiety, depression, and stress related to chronic health concerns.
By thoughtfully integrating complementary therapeutic approaches—including mindfulness, mind-body awareness, and EMDR—I support clients in safely exploring patterns or beliefs that may no longer serve them.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from trauma.
I incorporate various techniques into my work such as mindfulness, guided imagery and spirituality. I also draw on my client's strengths to guide them along the healing path. Incorporo diversas técnicas en mi trabajo, tales como la visualización,la imaginación guiada y la espiritualidad.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from trauma.
I incorporate various techniques into my work such as mindfulness, guided imagery and spirituality. I also draw on my client's strengths to guide them along the healing path. Incorporo diversas técnicas en mi trabajo, tales como la visualización,la imaginación guiada y la espiritualidad.
Virtually serving CT, DE & NJ clients
If you are frustrated that you’re not yet “over” a toxic relationship-
Wondering why you cycle through unhealthy relationships and desperately want to break the pattern-
Experiencing a significant life challenge such as divorce, break up, relationship struggles-
Struggling with anxiety and overwhelm-
Want to understand and process how/why a history of childhood/adolescent abuse or trauma is impacting you NOW as an adult-
I'm here for you!
With 20 years of experience working with adults experiencing life changes, unhealthy relationships & trauma, I'll guide you toward healthier ways to manage stress & anxiety, identify healthy/ unhealthy relationship patterns, process trauma that has kept you STUCK, and build confidence so you can live the life you deserve and desire.
Virtually serving CT, DE & NJ clients
If you are frustrated that you’re not yet “over” a toxic relationship-
Wondering why you cycle through unhealthy relationships and desperately want to break the pattern-
Experiencing a significant life challenge such as divorce, break up, relationship struggles-
Struggling with anxiety and overwhelm-
Want to understand and process how/why a history of childhood/adolescent abuse or trauma is impacting you NOW as an adult-
I'm here for you!
With 20 years of experience working with adults experiencing life changes, unhealthy relationships & trauma, I'll guide you toward healthier ways to manage stress & anxiety, identify healthy/ unhealthy relationship patterns, process trauma that has kept you STUCK, and build confidence so you can live the life you deserve and desire.
Since 2010, I have been treating adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, adjustment issues and relationship difficulties.
I work to help develop essential skills including coping and communication skills, emotional regulation, conflict resolution, body positivity, and self-awareness. I am trained in various models of therapy such as cognitive behavioral therapy, somatic intervention, internal family systems, motivational interviewing and solution-focused therapy.
Since 2010, I have been treating adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, adjustment issues and relationship difficulties.
I work to help develop essential skills including coping and communication skills, emotional regulation, conflict resolution, body positivity, and self-awareness. I am trained in various models of therapy such as cognitive behavioral therapy, somatic intervention, internal family systems, motivational interviewing and solution-focused therapy.
I am a trauma-informed therapist and counselor educator specializing in complex trauma, perinatal mental health, identity development, relational trauma and attachment wounds, and culturally responsive care for diverse and BIPOC communities.
I work with adults, couples, teens and children (10+) who are navigating trauma, anxiety, deep core wounds, relationship challenges, life transitions, and identity-related stressors. My clinical approach emphasizes empowerment, emotional awareness, boundary development, and restoring a sense of agency following adverse experiences.
I am a trauma-informed therapist and counselor educator specializing in complex trauma, perinatal mental health, identity development, relational trauma and attachment wounds, and culturally responsive care for diverse and BIPOC communities.
I work with adults, couples, teens and children (10+) who are navigating trauma, anxiety, deep core wounds, relationship challenges, life transitions, and identity-related stressors. My clinical approach emphasizes empowerment, emotional awareness, boundary development, and restoring a sense of agency following adverse experiences.
I specialize in working with individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, emotion dysregulation, and identity development.
With advanced training in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), I help clients understand their experiences and develop practical tools for growth.
I am also a certified prolonged exposure therapist and consultant. This is an evidence-based intervention for PTSD which works to reduce and/or eliminate trauma-symptoms.
I specialize in working with individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, emotion dysregulation, and identity development.
With advanced training in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), I help clients understand their experiences and develop practical tools for growth.
I am also a certified prolonged exposure therapist and consultant. This is an evidence-based intervention for PTSD which works to reduce and/or eliminate trauma-symptoms.
Depression and other Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Phobias, PTSD, Relationships, Parenting, Separation/Divorce, Adult Survivors of Incest/Sexual Abuse, Sexuality, Women's and LGBTQ issues, Stress and Anger Management, Loss/ Bereavement, Eating and other Compulsive Disorders, Learning/DevelopmentalChallenges and Acute/Chronic Illness, Life Coaching and Individual Consultation Services are my areas of specialization.
As a trained, experienced EMDR practitioner, I have much success using this technique with trauma survivors. I offer CISD/Critical Incident Response Services, as well as, services to Vets, Military Personnel and their families and the Cop-To-Cop Program. Additionally, I present seminars and workshops to agencies, hospitals, corporations and organizations.
Depression and other Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Phobias, PTSD, Relationships, Parenting, Separation/Divorce, Adult Survivors of Incest/Sexual Abuse, Sexuality, Women's and LGBTQ issues, Stress and Anger Management, Loss/ Bereavement, Eating and other Compulsive Disorders, Learning/DevelopmentalChallenges and Acute/Chronic Illness, Life Coaching and Individual Consultation Services are my areas of specialization.
As a trained, experienced EMDR practitioner, I have much success using this technique with trauma survivors. I offer CISD/Critical Incident Response Services, as well as, services to Vets, Military Personnel and their families and the Cop-To-Cop Program. Additionally, I present seminars and workshops to agencies, hospitals, corporations and organizations.
I’m Francesca Wehr (Nardi), LCSW, a compassionate and experienced therapist dedicated to helping individuals, couples, & families heal from trauma, anxiety, & depression.
My goal is to help you feel understood & empowered with real ways to improve your life and relationships. I use EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, mindfulness & somatic techniques to regulate the nervous system, process emotions & build resilience. For couples, I integrate co-regulation techniques & the Gottman Method to strengthen connection & communication.
I’m Francesca Wehr (Nardi), LCSW, a compassionate and experienced therapist dedicated to helping individuals, couples, & families heal from trauma, anxiety, & depression.
My goal is to help you feel understood & empowered with real ways to improve your life and relationships. I use EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, mindfulness & somatic techniques to regulate the nervous system, process emotions & build resilience. For couples, I integrate co-regulation techniques & the Gottman Method to strengthen connection & communication.
You want so badly to get to a better place, and you have been trying so hard. You are learning to your despair that you can not just will yourself into calmer emotions, inner peace or will yourself out of the never ending cycle of numbing behaviors. Maybe you’ve taken to spending hours daily watching tv, scrolling on your phone or sleeping away the ache inside. Maybe your energy is expelled outwards as you push people away or frantically hold onto relationships that are no longer healthy. Maybe you find yourself in an endless cycle, pursuing shopping, sex or drugs to quiet the storm within. The good news is that there is a way out.
You want so badly to get to a better place, and you have been trying so hard. You are learning to your despair that you can not just will yourself into calmer emotions, inner peace or will yourself out of the never ending cycle of numbing behaviors. Maybe you’ve taken to spending hours daily watching tv, scrolling on your phone or sleeping away the ache inside. Maybe your energy is expelled outwards as you push people away or frantically hold onto relationships that are no longer healthy. Maybe you find yourself in an endless cycle, pursuing shopping, sex or drugs to quiet the storm within. The good news is that there is a way out.
With over 10 years of experience and a background in forensic therapy, I use a trauma-informed approach and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by a relationship that isn’t working the way you hoped, or by a life transition that feels bigger than you expected? Many people reach out to me when they’re navigating relationship stress, marriage concerns, or the uncertainty that can come with major life changes like college transitions or new stages of adulthood. I offer a space where you can pause, make sense of what you’re experiencing, and begin finding steadier ground. I provide a warm, supportive environment where you can talk openly about what’s happening in your life, gain insight into patterns, and begin building the clarity and confidence nee
With over 10 years of experience and a background in forensic therapy, I use a trauma-informed approach and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by a relationship that isn’t working the way you hoped, or by a life transition that feels bigger than you expected? Many people reach out to me when they’re navigating relationship stress, marriage concerns, or the uncertainty that can come with major life changes like college transitions or new stages of adulthood. I offer a space where you can pause, make sense of what you’re experiencing, and begin finding steadier ground. I provide a warm, supportive environment where you can talk openly about what’s happening in your life, gain insight into patterns, and begin building the clarity and confidence nee
Samantha
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, PMH-C
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently offering telehealth services in NJ or PA to female clients aged 18+ who are navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, eating disordered behaviors, and perinatal mood & anxiety disorders (including pregnancy loss).
Taking care of your mental health is a big deal and finding a therapist can feel like a lot. My goal is to make the process feel easy, comfortable, and maybe even a little less intimidating. Whether you’re feeling stuck, out of sync, or ready to build a life that feels more like you, I’m here to help. We’ll work together to figure out your goals and create a plan that actually fits your life. Sessions with me are supportive, down-to-earth, and collaborative, with plenty of validation, normalization, humor, and practical problem-solving along the way. You don’t have to do this alone- I’ve got you.
I am currently offering telehealth services in NJ or PA to female clients aged 18+ who are navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, eating disordered behaviors, and perinatal mood & anxiety disorders (including pregnancy loss).
Taking care of your mental health is a big deal and finding a therapist can feel like a lot. My goal is to make the process feel easy, comfortable, and maybe even a little less intimidating. Whether you’re feeling stuck, out of sync, or ready to build a life that feels more like you, I’m here to help. We’ll work together to figure out your goals and create a plan that actually fits your life. Sessions with me are supportive, down-to-earth, and collaborative, with plenty of validation, normalization, humor, and practical problem-solving along the way. You don’t have to do this alone- I’ve got you.
I support adults—especially creatives, empaths, and LGBTQIA+ folks—ready to gently explore trauma, burnout, identity, and anxiety.
I support folks navigating trauma, anxiety, identity, and the creative or LGBTQIA+ journey. I blend EMDR, IFS, somatics, mindfulness, and yoga—even virtually. With 10+ years in diverse settings, I bring a grounded, inclusive, compassionate presence to the space we co-create.
I support adults—especially creatives, empaths, and LGBTQIA+ folks—ready to gently explore trauma, burnout, identity, and anxiety.
I support folks navigating trauma, anxiety, identity, and the creative or LGBTQIA+ journey. I blend EMDR, IFS, somatics, mindfulness, and yoga—even virtually. With 10+ years in diverse settings, I bring a grounded, inclusive, compassionate presence to the space we co-create.
Whether you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, or self-doubt, therapy can help you break free.
I offer trauma-informed, holistic therapy that integrates the mind-body connection. We’ll look beyond symptoms to understand your values, experiences, and life patterns. My goal is to support your personal growth, increase self-awareness, and help you create meaningful, lasting change.
Whether you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, or self-doubt, therapy can help you break free.
I offer trauma-informed, holistic therapy that integrates the mind-body connection. We’ll look beyond symptoms to understand your values, experiences, and life patterns. My goal is to support your personal growth, increase self-awareness, and help you create meaningful, lasting change.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.