Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Rochester, NY

Bonnie J. White LMHC has 37 yrs experience/training providing assessment and evaluation of issues related to traumatic loss which includes the death of a loved one including suicide or accidental death, workplace bullying/employment loss, life threatening illness, impending loss of life issues, pet loss, anxiety issues and phobias. Experience in psychological therapies including client centered, brief solution focused, cognitive, somatic stress relief, and energy therapies including Emotional Freedom Techniques. Please note COMPLEX PTSD IS NOT included in my specialities, training or experience.

Dealing with trauma , depression, and anxiety can be incredibly challenging. The consequences of trauma often include struggling with long-term depression & anxiety. Moreover, one can just feel overwhelmed from everyday societal pressures like interpersonal issues, financial stress and the climate crisis. Everyone deserves a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings without judgment and I am here to help you do that.

If you’re here, it might be because you feel off, not like yourself, maybe a little lost. Someone might be encouraging you to seek support, or maybe, no one knows how truly bad you feel. A major life change may be impacting you more than you thought, feelings of depression and loneliness are becoming unmanageable. Stress may be overwhelming and impacting many areas of your life. The journey into parenthood may have brought about feelings of doubt, memories of past trauma , depression, anxiety, grief, and longing.

Perhaps you feel out of balance, are struggling with a transition, or are seeking to find a state of wellness in your life; or maybe your child is struggling emotionally and/or behaviorally, is going through a big life change, or you're wanting them to have space to explore and express themselves with a professional. However you or your family came to need support, I would be honored to help. My therapeutic philosophy is relationally and psychodynamically driven, trauma -informed and flexible; we will work together to tailor support that's right for you.

As human beings we are certain to experience trauma in our lives, which keeps us from achieving the happiness and success that is within our reach. I believe that each one of us possesses the innate ability to resolve our trauma . As a trauma therapist, my area of expertise includes the ability to help guide you toward healing, self-knowledge, and transformation.

Life is full of pain but suffering is optional. Starting Therapy is a brave step toward becoming the person you have always wanted to be. You don't have to struggle alone anymore. Together, we will work through whatever trials you've been battling in both past and present such as worry, stress, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, trauma (emotional, physical, sexual), change, intrusive thoughts, rumination, loneliness, relationship issues, breaking old habits, moral injury, substance use, and cognitive distortions (stuck points). I honor your process at all times and am grateful to be included in your journey! This is your time!

Here you are, searching amongst professional strangers to choose someone to dig into your “stuff” with. What a weird world. Welcome. I’m Michelle. ---- My professional journey has included being with adults/kids/families struggling with life shaking trauma ’s as well as those working through the struggles with anxiety/depression/daily life striving for general wellness. My own role models had ways of “being” that allowed people around them to slow down and deepen. Take a break from the chaos. Wherever you are, I’m here and look forward to working together in whichever way you need at this point in time.

I provide a caring environment in which you can identify and explore those issues that may be getting in the way of a more rewarding home life and career, or of more fulfilling relationships.

Life's challenges and anxieties can be overwhelming at times. These experiences have a profound effect on how you view yourself, your life, how you get along with others and your perception of your capabilities. I am a holistic psychotherapist who promotes a safe and supportive place to do personal growth and recovery work. I will help you to develop and achieve your goals. I specialize in helping young women 16+ address problems related to anxiety, panic, depression, interpersonal trauma , and relationships.

Are you feeling stuck? Do you bottle up your feelings? Do you feel misunderstood? Do you and your loved ones struggle to communicate? I offer a safe space to explore what is getting in your way, and what steps you'd like to take to change. I treat a wide range of individuals, couples, and families. I have the most experience with people seeking to resolve relationship issues, address their interpersonal trauma history, and work through transitions.

If you are a new parent, trying to conceive or struggling with parenting in general, you have come to the right place. I primarily work with adults and couples that facing a multitude of issues relating to perinatal mental health.

Hello, thank you for visiting, I am so happy that you are taking this first step. If you struggle with the direction your life is going, or your symptoms are keeping you from healthy relationships, work, and living life to the fullest; I want you to know that change is possible. Therapy can help you cultivate the life you want and deserve by implementing validating, compassionate, solution-focused healing. My specialization is in attachment, dissociative disorders and trauma . My interventions are based in neuroscience and research. Brain Spotting, Internal Family Systems, Schema, Shadow work, Cognitive Therapy, DBT, and EMDR.

Feeling stuck and can't figure out why? Maybe you have noticed patterns that are getting in the way. You might react too quickly, getting angry and loud, and then feeling guilt or shame afterwards. Perhaps, you find yourself going blank in different situations where you don't know what to say and feel like shutting down. Maybe you might want connection with people, but it might be hard to trust and put yourself out there. Even knowing these patterns doesn't make it easy to figure out what to do. Our body is wired to keep us safe and sometimes these patterns develop after trauma as ways of trying to help us.