Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Upper West Side, New York, NY
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Ashley Retta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Trauma
is what happens when we experience a situation so intensely, that we are never the same afterward.
This right here, this first step is scary. Overwhelming. Intimidating. Vulnerable. This is the scariest part of the process, recognizing that you need additional support. Sometimes it may seem easier to stay in denial, to convince yourself that things are ok, to justify your circumstances, and the reoccurring patterns in your life. Change is scary, and unpredictable, but yet you are here, wading into vulnerability and on the cusp of making a decision that will improve your life undoubtedly.
Nancy Dakota Adlman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
All
trauma
and internal disturbance is held on a cellular level.
I have been in the field for over 30 years. I am not your traditional therapist. I go above and beyond to assist your journey and to empower and and enhance your life and goals. We work to release patterns which no longer serve you and to move forward with wonder and awe rather than fear and trepidation. This is a collaborative effort and a life transforming path ahead if you are serious about the process and honoring the work and bringing yourself back into wholeness and authenticity.
Amy Danielle Cushing-Savvi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Finding the right therapist can be the key to overcoming the variety of challenges posed by life. As a therapist in various settings, including the World Trade Center Mental Health Program, I have worked extensively with individuals impacted by
trauma
, anxiety, depression significant life changes and important role transitions. If you are struggling to overcome any of these difficulties, I am able to help. Our work will be aimed at gaining a deeper understanding of your emotions, motivations and patterns of behavior. Greater understanding and tools for change do lead to relief from distress and to lifelong personal growth.
Maureen O'Reilly-Landry
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I work with people confronting medical stress/
trauma
in their personal lives: illness (incl.
I work with individuals and couples distressed by work, relationships, life transitions, crises/traumas. I have worked extensively with people in the medical world: individuals with chronic illness, medically induced stress/
trauma
, parents of a medically ill child, family, caregivers, and medical providers. I create a safe space in which to discover one's authentic self and work collaboratively to help people discover what hinders their happiness. With couples, it is essential to understand oneself, one's partner, and their impact on each other, including the negative cycles of interaction between them.
Susan E Charney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
In the aftermath of 9/11, I worked with various corporations helping people deal with the
trauma
from that event.
Life's journey can be full of unexpected turns. Relationships can go awry. Parenting, aging, illness and loss, demands for work and career can be stressful. Do you find yourself repeating and reliving destructive patterns, feeling overwhelmed, not getting sufficient joy in your life? It is hard to find a way out alone. Talking with a counselor about issues that trouble us is inherently helpful, especially when combined with methods that create calm and develop awareness of your own sensory and emotional life. We can work together.
Stephanie Kelleher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
Metabolizing
trauma
is at the core of what I do. As a body-centered psychotherapist, I believe utilizing the wisdom of body, the rich information present in emotions and the way your mind has learned to protect you to guide you toward resiliency. Being connected to your body, mind, and spirit, is will allow you to live a more full and vibrant life. I utilize an integrative approach that will fit your own unique experience.
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Madelyn Hoffman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have special training in bereavement and in working with adult survivors of childhood
trauma
, incest, or family dysfunction, as well as the acute
trauma
of an injury, or for example, perinatal loss.
Maybe you’re isolating, overwhelmed, constantly triggered, or adjusting to something new, my job is to help you put it into words and find a way through. Perhaps it’s Covid stress, old or recent
trauma
, a loss, a relationship or a learning problem, or simply problems becoming your best self - I integrate both psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches, as well as continual study of new developments in the field to help. My style is warm, interactive and tailored to your needs. I see treatment as both an art, a science, and a unique conversation between two people whose focus is on your needs and your desires.
Jennifer Wortham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you grieving a loss? Or experiencing a life transition. Along the way, life delivers many blows and surprises: the death of someone we hold dear, the end of a relationship, an illness or loss of something precious to us. Even positive change like the birth of new baby or a new job can be stressful. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who over the last 25 years, has counseled people facing issues of loss,
trauma
, transitional changes and aging in New York City. As a therapist I am a caring witness and compassionate guide to your very individual process.
Gail Appel
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CASAC, CSAT
Verified
Verified
ADDICTION RECOVERY THERAPIST. If you, or someone you love, is in recovery or struggling with Sex or Love Addiction, Porn Addiction or Alcoholism/Chemical Dependency, you need a therapist who understands these issues. I have many years of experience doing individual, couples and group therapy with adults who are in the early to middle stages of recovery, as well as those who have achieved long term sobriety. I also help those of you dealing with the
trauma
of being a partner/spouse of an addict.
Shannon Gunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am deeply interested in how we are quick to turn to ineffective coping skills to self-medicate, often because it’s the best way we know how. I have both a personal and professional understanding of how addiction may be impacting you, and I am here to support you through this moment in your mental health journey. My typical client may be experiencing any of the following issues: substance use, gambling, low self-worth, mood disorders, and
trauma
. Together we will identify your goals and create a plan together to help you reach them.
Henry Jangira
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Hello! My name is Henry and I am Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of New York with over 10 years of experience. I work with individuals whose age ranges from 18 to 90 years old. My main focus is on the treatment of anxiety, depression,
PTSD
, anger management, anti-social disorders and substance abuse issues, to name a few. I utilize several treatment methodologies, including psycho-dynamic therapy, behavioral therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, humanistic therapy as well as integrative/holistic therapy.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
I provide both individual and group psychotherapy and also offer therapy via videoconferencing to NYS residents on a HIPAA-compliant platform. I have expertise in the following areas: mood problems, substance misuse,
trauma
, and LGBT issues. I have worked in private practice as well as in mental health and substance abuse treatment facilities and clinics, including the highly respected Addiction Institute at Mount Sinai Hospital. I practice from a harm reduction perspective and incorporate multiple other evidence-based practices into my work.
Roanne Barnett
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
The effects of ongoing "atmospheric" family
trauma
and/or discrete
trauma
can be diffused by combining interpersonal psychotherapy with EMDR, which works directly with the brain to discover the painful and life-limiting legacies of disruptive, abusive or otherwise extraordinary experiences.
During Covid-19 isolation, we are all experiencing exaggerations of our interpersonal difficulties. Phone or video session are available, to explore your personal responses to these other-worldly times. Interpersonal psychotherapy is a collaborative endeavor of discovering how you feel about yourself, your relationships, past, present and future. Curiosity, empathy and specialized skills can help you to figure out how to minimize/resolve the personal roadblocks that interfere with living the meaningful life you choose. During these stressful times, even a few consults might address and assuage personal adaptations.
Laura Sonneborn-Turetsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have extensive training in traditional modalities such as
Trauma
-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Client-Centered Practice, as well as applying yogic theory and techniques to treat
trauma
and achieve emotional balance and peace.
My objectives are safety and growth for the people I hold space for. I have been working with families and individuals for over 8 years, to address a range of challenges, such as depression, anxiety, self-esteem, unhealthy relationships, spiritual searching, transitions and loss.
Madhuri Jha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified
Verified
We live in a complex world, and the journey to finding oneself while experiencing adversity can be very difficult. Many people come to therapy with the hope that they will find a way to learn how to navigate these challenges. As a clinician, I believe that humans all possess an inherent resilience that can guide us through adverse experiences. I specialize in
trauma
-informed practice, and I utilize an evidence-based, person-centered, and socially conscious approach to psychotherapy that helps my clients learn ways to activate this existing resiliency.
Judy Choix
Counselor, LMHC, EdM
Verified
Verified
Often a client is frozen in
trauma
, either internally or externally induced and their system deregulates becoming "off line".
I am a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) trained in Gestalt and body psychotherapy. Believing that the body holds the wisdom to heal itself, my practice combines talk therapy with various forms of energy work to facilitate awareness around malfunctioning energy patterns both in the body and in the mind. I am certified in Gestalt Therapy, Integral Somatic Psychotherapy (a master training in body psychotherapy), Biodynamic Cranial Sacral Therapy and yoga. My work integrates body, mind, and Spirit reconnecting disenfranchised parts with the whole so individuals can live fuller more authentic lives.
Shira Spiel
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
Whether you or your child are working through conflictual relationships, painful past experiences or
trauma
, work/school stress, problematic behaviors, or feeling stuck in patterns, our societal context can amplify these difficulties. The past few years have brought multiple global and local crises we have had to navigate through collectively. Through understanding how our past and present circumstances affect us, we cultivate empathy for ourselves and those around us. Therapy illuminates the patterns we find ourselves in, and also provides ways of coping with the distress resulting from these patterns.
Rachel Levine
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My background is in
trauma
and I work with clients to alleviate symptoms & develop an understanding of the ongoing impact of the traumas on their lives.
With over 10 years of experience in the field of psychotherapy, I use a collaborative approach to therapy with the goal of helping my clients cope with stressful life circumstances and gain insight to make positive lasting changes in their lives. I work with individuals as well as with couples. If you are dealing with anxiety or depression, stress or communication difficulties in a relationship, struggles with infertility or non-traditional conception, parenting challenges, a career transition or any other challenge, I am confident that you can benefit from time in a safe and supportive therapeutic environment.
Erica Oberhand
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Using an anti-oppressive, anti-racist,
trauma
-informed approach, I tailor specific therapy interventions (e.
Whether you're exploring your identity, coping with ADHD or anxiety, regaining your footing after a traumatic event, or addressing other challenges, therapy can help. In a safe, affirming environment, I'll help you and your loved one(s) feel more secure, confident, and connected.
Rose Bilanow Wilcock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with ongoing anxiety and depression you cannot seem to shake? Freedom from acute emotional pain so you can move forward in your life is what I can offer you. I am a seasoned therapist who has discovered that cognitive behavioral therapy is the most effective in evoking deep and lasting change. I have 20 years of experience working with a
trauma
technique called EMDR that can help to abate emotions attached to negative thoughts. Between CBT and EMDR substantial internal shifts happen. When you change your inside landscape the outside world starts responding to you in new ways that can feel like a newfound freedom.
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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.