Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Luzerne County, PA
I am a compassionate, experienced therapist committed to providing trauma-informed care to clients navigating complex life experiences and transitions.
I also work with couples and individuals on relationship issues, whether for serious support or a “tune-up,” addressing communication, trust, intimacy, and conflict resolution. Additionally, I guide high school and college students through academic and career decisions, while supporting adults in career transitions with strategic, actionable guidance.
I am a compassionate, experienced therapist committed to providing trauma-informed care to clients navigating complex life experiences and transitions.
I also work with couples and individuals on relationship issues, whether for serious support or a “tune-up,” addressing communication, trust, intimacy, and conflict resolution. Additionally, I guide high school and college students through academic and career decisions, while supporting adults in career transitions with strategic, actionable guidance.
You don't have to struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, or relationship issues.
I will create a safe space for your exploration of emotions. I won't just listen to you. I will teach you the skills you need to regulate emotions and communicate effectively. My clients typically see significant progress after their first appointment.
You don't have to struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, or relationship issues.
I will create a safe space for your exploration of emotions. I won't just listen to you. I will teach you the skills you need to regulate emotions and communicate effectively. My clients typically see significant progress after their first appointment.
As a licensed counselor, I am passionate about offering adults and couples a supportive, empathic, empowering space to guide you through what may seem to be overwhelming barriers. Using multiple therapeutic approaches, I assist clients in exploring their concerns, gaining improved insight, and developing skills to navigate through challenging times. I help those with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction, providing a compassionate and respectful environment to help those on their journey to reaching their goals. Thank you for having the courage to reach out for help.
As a licensed counselor, I am passionate about offering adults and couples a supportive, empathic, empowering space to guide you through what may seem to be overwhelming barriers. Using multiple therapeutic approaches, I assist clients in exploring their concerns, gaining improved insight, and developing skills to navigate through challenging times. I help those with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction, providing a compassionate and respectful environment to help those on their journey to reaching their goals. Thank you for having the courage to reach out for help.
I believe in human resilience and people's ability to overcome the greatest of trauma-related symptoms.
Don't you love when your doctor tells you to "reduce the stress in your life". Life in general is stressful, right? Relationships can become stressful. Work can be stressful. Kids can be stressful. Anxiety, depression, anger, frustration, and lack of effective ways to cope will influence your need for counseling. Everyone needs someone to vent to and therapy provides you not only with a way to express your frustrations, but it also helps you learn how to cope better with the things that stress you out! Eliminating stress is impossible however learning better ways to cope is not impossible, I can help you work on it.
I believe in human resilience and people's ability to overcome the greatest of trauma-related symptoms.
Don't you love when your doctor tells you to "reduce the stress in your life". Life in general is stressful, right? Relationships can become stressful. Work can be stressful. Kids can be stressful. Anxiety, depression, anger, frustration, and lack of effective ways to cope will influence your need for counseling. Everyone needs someone to vent to and therapy provides you not only with a way to express your frustrations, but it also helps you learn how to cope better with the things that stress you out! Eliminating stress is impossible however learning better ways to cope is not impossible, I can help you work on it.
Life can feel hard sometimes. It is easy to slip into auto-pilot and feel helpless. I utilize CBT, DBT, and person-centered approaches to help clients be more present in their own lives. I am available to work with clients experiencing a wide range of life's challenges including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, divorce, trauma, and grief. When you are ready to take the next step to re-engage in your life, I'd be honored to work with you.
Life can feel hard sometimes. It is easy to slip into auto-pilot and feel helpless. I utilize CBT, DBT, and person-centered approaches to help clients be more present in their own lives. I am available to work with clients experiencing a wide range of life's challenges including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, divorce, trauma, and grief. When you are ready to take the next step to re-engage in your life, I'd be honored to work with you.
I work with individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, suicidal ideation, chronic health conditions, mood disorders, relationship issues, etc.
Hola, me llamo Genesis. Soy una consejera bilingue (Ingles y Español) que ofrece servicios de consejeria para la salud mental. Yo trabajo con individuales que tienen deprecion, ansiedad, pensamiento suicidos, condiciones de salud crónica, desordenes de humor, problemas de relaciones, etc. Trabajo con niños, adolecentes y adultos.
I work with individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, suicidal ideation, chronic health conditions, mood disorders, relationship issues, etc.
Hola, me llamo Genesis. Soy una consejera bilingue (Ingles y Español) que ofrece servicios de consejeria para la salud mental. Yo trabajo con individuales que tienen deprecion, ansiedad, pensamiento suicidos, condiciones de salud crónica, desordenes de humor, problemas de relaciones, etc. Trabajo con niños, adolecentes y adultos.
Our virtual IOP provides focused, healing care for young people facing severe anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and other difficult mental health conditions.
We know how tough it is to watch your teen or young adult struggle with severe mental health conditions like anxiety or depression. Our virtual intensive outpatient program (VIOP) is here to help teens, young adults, and college students ages 12-34. We provide flexible, accessible online therapy in Pennsylvania and other states across the U.S. that fits seamlessly into the busy academic schedules of young people and families and helps them achieve lasting change.
Our virtual IOP provides focused, healing care for young people facing severe anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and other difficult mental health conditions.
We know how tough it is to watch your teen or young adult struggle with severe mental health conditions like anxiety or depression. Our virtual intensive outpatient program (VIOP) is here to help teens, young adults, and college students ages 12-34. We provide flexible, accessible online therapy in Pennsylvania and other states across the U.S. that fits seamlessly into the busy academic schedules of young people and families and helps them achieve lasting change.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist with over 17 years of experience providing assistance to clients with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, trauma issues, eating disorders and postpartum depression.
I am experienced in assisting clients make life changes and manage symptoms of anxiety and depression. My interventions include use of CBT and DBT skills infused in a relational/ psychodynamic model of treatment. I specialize in working with clients suffering from anxiety, depression, eating disorders, postpartum depression and trauma.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist with over 17 years of experience providing assistance to clients with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, trauma issues, eating disorders and postpartum depression.
I am experienced in assisting clients make life changes and manage symptoms of anxiety and depression. My interventions include use of CBT and DBT skills infused in a relational/ psychodynamic model of treatment. I specialize in working with clients suffering from anxiety, depression, eating disorders, postpartum depression and trauma.
My specialties and interests include: addiction, anxiety, panic, stress, depression, family issues, trauma, OCD, and other mood related disorders.
Hello and welcome to my Profile page! I am a Licensed Social Worker in Pennsylvania with a Master's Degree in Social Work from Temple University. I am a fun loving therapist that isn't afraid to give tough love when needed and/or offer a non-biased; honest truth. My ideal client is seeking change or maybe they just need a listening ear, someone that will be there for them in a time of need. Whether you are struggling with something, or just need someone to talk to. I am looking forward to helping you! We will work together, in a safe and inviting environment or via telehealth. We will find healthy coping methods that work for you.
My specialties and interests include: addiction, anxiety, panic, stress, depression, family issues, trauma, OCD, and other mood related disorders.
Hello and welcome to my Profile page! I am a Licensed Social Worker in Pennsylvania with a Master's Degree in Social Work from Temple University. I am a fun loving therapist that isn't afraid to give tough love when needed and/or offer a non-biased; honest truth. My ideal client is seeking change or maybe they just need a listening ear, someone that will be there for them in a time of need. Whether you are struggling with something, or just need someone to talk to. I am looking forward to helping you! We will work together, in a safe and inviting environment or via telehealth. We will find healthy coping methods that work for you.
Some areas I have specialized in are relationship skills, parenting skills, codependency, addictions (alcohol, drug, gambling, sex and love, food etc.), trauma, anxiety, depression, etc.
As a young adult I sought out counseling to help me navigate my life's issues. It felt most beneficial when a therapist, by listening and understanding me, in a nonjudgmental, supportive and educational way, seemed to meet me where I was at both emotionally and mentally- giving me hope, the tools, the time and the motivation I needed to heal.These healing experiences gave me the desire to help others. Thus following their positive examples, I have approached everyone's treatment on an individual basis- knowing everyone is different emotionally and mentally, and are coming from different life experiences.
Some areas I have specialized in are relationship skills, parenting skills, codependency, addictions (alcohol, drug, gambling, sex and love, food etc.), trauma, anxiety, depression, etc.
As a young adult I sought out counseling to help me navigate my life's issues. It felt most beneficial when a therapist, by listening and understanding me, in a nonjudgmental, supportive and educational way, seemed to meet me where I was at both emotionally and mentally- giving me hope, the tools, the time and the motivation I needed to heal.These healing experiences gave me the desire to help others. Thus following their positive examples, I have approached everyone's treatment on an individual basis- knowing everyone is different emotionally and mentally, and are coming from different life experiences.
My approach to therapy is integrative and trauma-informed, and I am trained in EMDR therapy.
Are you looking for a safe space to journey toward healing and become more fully yourself in the process? I know this journey looks different for everyone, and wherever you are, it would be an honor to walk alongside you to find freedom and peace in the midst of struggle, and embrace the richness of your life in all circumstances.
My approach to therapy is integrative and trauma-informed, and I am trained in EMDR therapy.
Are you looking for a safe space to journey toward healing and become more fully yourself in the process? I know this journey looks different for everyone, and wherever you are, it would be an honor to walk alongside you to find freedom and peace in the midst of struggle, and embrace the richness of your life in all circumstances.
Whether you're a first responder, facing family conflict, or healing from trauma, we'll work together to foster resilience, confidence, & growth.
When others can’t control you, they try to control what others think about you. Many people feel stuck in toxic cycles—trapped by self-doubt, anxiety, or relationships that drain them. They strive for perfection, fearing they’ll never be enough, or stay silent to avoid conflict. They’re people-pleasers, overthinkers, and caught in patterns of manipulation, constantly questioning themselves instead of trusting their instincts. They long for confidence, boundaries, and the freedom to live life on their own terms but feel paralyzed by fear and uncertainty. I help them break free, recognize their worth, and step into their power.
Whether you're a first responder, facing family conflict, or healing from trauma, we'll work together to foster resilience, confidence, & growth.
When others can’t control you, they try to control what others think about you. Many people feel stuck in toxic cycles—trapped by self-doubt, anxiety, or relationships that drain them. They strive for perfection, fearing they’ll never be enough, or stay silent to avoid conflict. They’re people-pleasers, overthinkers, and caught in patterns of manipulation, constantly questioning themselves instead of trusting their instincts. They long for confidence, boundaries, and the freedom to live life on their own terms but feel paralyzed by fear and uncertainty. I help them break free, recognize their worth, and step into their power.
We offer help for anxiety, depression, grief and loss, academic and behavioral concerns, ADHD and other developmental issues, addictions, trauma and PTSD, plus much more.
Our vision at Mind Matters Coaching, Counseling & Psychological Associates, LLC is to help bring growth, healing, and peace of mind to people who struggle with matters of the mind. We have caring, compassionate, experienced, credentialed, and licensed professionals who are both doctoral level psychologists and master's level clinicians. We provide individual, family, and couples counseling, life coaching, child and adolescent therapy, EMDR, educational, psychological, and forensic testing and evaluations, career coaching, and consultation for both individuals and businesses.
We offer help for anxiety, depression, grief and loss, academic and behavioral concerns, ADHD and other developmental issues, addictions, trauma and PTSD, plus much more.
Our vision at Mind Matters Coaching, Counseling & Psychological Associates, LLC is to help bring growth, healing, and peace of mind to people who struggle with matters of the mind. We have caring, compassionate, experienced, credentialed, and licensed professionals who are both doctoral level psychologists and master's level clinicians. We provide individual, family, and couples counseling, life coaching, child and adolescent therapy, EMDR, educational, psychological, and forensic testing and evaluations, career coaching, and consultation for both individuals and businesses.
I am a professional counselor licensed in Pennsylvania with over 9 years of counseling experience working with individuals who struggle with eating disorders, mood disorders, trauma, physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, and addictions.
I use a variety of approaches such as cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, narrative, eclectic, internal family systems, faith-based, dialectical behavior therapy, person-centered, and trauma-focused. Each client is unique; therefore, we work together to develop a treatment plan that will meet your specific needs.
I am a professional counselor licensed in Pennsylvania with over 9 years of counseling experience working with individuals who struggle with eating disorders, mood disorders, trauma, physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, and addictions.
I use a variety of approaches such as cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, narrative, eclectic, internal family systems, faith-based, dialectical behavior therapy, person-centered, and trauma-focused. Each client is unique; therefore, we work together to develop a treatment plan that will meet your specific needs.
Trauma and sexual abuse, depression, addictions, anxiety, child & family relational issues, domestic violence, and couples and marriage therapy.
Over my 20+ years working in the mental health field, I have seen the impact that therapy can have on individuals and families as they seek to find peace and healing. Children and adults with a variety of life challenges are no stranger to me. I absolutely love what I do and find it a privilege to partner with individuals on their therapeutic journey. As you consider your next steps, please feel free to contact me with any questions about my approach, my experience, or how I can help.
Trauma and sexual abuse, depression, addictions, anxiety, child & family relational issues, domestic violence, and couples and marriage therapy.
Over my 20+ years working in the mental health field, I have seen the impact that therapy can have on individuals and families as they seek to find peace and healing. Children and adults with a variety of life challenges are no stranger to me. I absolutely love what I do and find it a privilege to partner with individuals on their therapeutic journey. As you consider your next steps, please feel free to contact me with any questions about my approach, my experience, or how I can help.
I am a psychotherapist with over thirty years of experience helping people find solutions to the problems they are facing. My focus is to help people find ways to live more satisfying lives at any age. My style is to provide an empathic, supportive therapeutic environment to help people understand their problems, learn skills to deal with them, and achieve their goals.
I am a psychotherapist with over thirty years of experience helping people find solutions to the problems they are facing. My focus is to help people find ways to live more satisfying lives at any age. My style is to provide an empathic, supportive therapeutic environment to help people understand their problems, learn skills to deal with them, and achieve their goals.
Laura Chickson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
2 Endorsed
Kingston, PA 18704
Waitlist for new clients
I provide outpatient counseling services on a vast array of clinical issues to adults in a non -judgmental environment that takes the whole person into consideration. Counseling feels like a calling and it is an honor to share the journey with each client. I feel it is imperative to provide a safe place for individuals to identify their own needs, and work to fulfill those needs.
I provide outpatient counseling services on a vast array of clinical issues to adults in a non -judgmental environment that takes the whole person into consideration. Counseling feels like a calling and it is an honor to share the journey with each client. I feel it is imperative to provide a safe place for individuals to identify their own needs, and work to fulfill those needs.
Let's invent together a way beyond your suffering or problematic repetitions. I use creative language play to release unconscious tensions manifesting as symptoms. In psychoanalysis you can elevate your agency by recognizing your own unfolding processes without the pressure to change. My attention will be focused on the linguistic and homophonous patterns of your unconscious as manifested in your speech, with the aim of distilling the suffering from your words and possibly producing a creative practice in its stead. To that end I will invite you to speak.
Let's invent together a way beyond your suffering or problematic repetitions. I use creative language play to release unconscious tensions manifesting as symptoms. In psychoanalysis you can elevate your agency by recognizing your own unfolding processes without the pressure to change. My attention will be focused on the linguistic and homophonous patterns of your unconscious as manifested in your speech, with the aim of distilling the suffering from your words and possibly producing a creative practice in its stead. To that end I will invite you to speak.
Do you ever feel like you can't catch a break, your past is holding you back, or you can't find the motivation to want to do anything you used to like to do? You do not have to go through this alone. We will work together to create a safe environment that focuses on you and your well-being.
Do you ever feel like you can't catch a break, your past is holding you back, or you can't find the motivation to want to do anything you used to like to do? You do not have to go through this alone. We will work together to create a safe environment that focuses on you and your well-being.
Are you perceiving your sensitivity as a detriment in your life? Have your uniqueness and neurodivergence been used against you? I am here to help you make that shift and remove each layer of fear that has been planted in you and has led to chaos and lack of acceptance. Evidence-based practice modalities along with holistic approaches can help you regulate your nervous system, learn more about your emotions and manage depressive symptoms to find the opportunities to grow in the process.
Are you perceiving your sensitivity as a detriment in your life? Have your uniqueness and neurodivergence been used against you? I am here to help you make that shift and remove each layer of fear that has been planted in you and has led to chaos and lack of acceptance. Evidence-based practice modalities along with holistic approaches can help you regulate your nervous system, learn more about your emotions and manage depressive symptoms to find the opportunities to grow in the process.
