Trauma and PTSD Therapists in West Reading, PA
Adrienne Hermes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, C-DBT, CYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Reading, PA 19611
I work with individuals, couples, and families in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship and family conflict, infertitlity, prenatal and postpartum stages. I am trained in EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Internal Family Systems, the Gottman Method, and Structural Family Therapy. Freedom comes when we find "how" to manage the challenges we are facing. Your how might be rooted in finding meaning, skill building, perspective shifting, resolving conflict or regulating emotions.
I work with individuals, couples, and families in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship and family conflict, infertitlity, prenatal and postpartum stages. I am trained in EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Internal Family Systems, the Gottman Method, and Structural Family Therapy. Freedom comes when we find "how" to manage the challenges we are facing. Your how might be rooted in finding meaning, skill building, perspective shifting, resolving conflict or regulating emotions.
Renee Donovan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Reading, PA 19611
org), an effective treatment, particularly for trauma as well as other issues and conditions like anxiety, depression and developmental concerns.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about working with couples and individuals. Toward excellence in serving couples, I have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and am fully Certified by the International Center of Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (www.ICEEFT.com). Having a heart for couples, I am able to utilize my unique skill set to help couples get out of negative cycles of interaction that leave them feeling distant and alone. I'm committed to helping partners find their way back to a loving and secure bond with one another. Please visit my website for more details.
org), an effective treatment, particularly for trauma as well as other issues and conditions like anxiety, depression and developmental concerns.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about working with couples and individuals. Toward excellence in serving couples, I have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and am fully Certified by the International Center of Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (www.ICEEFT.com). Having a heart for couples, I am able to utilize my unique skill set to help couples get out of negative cycles of interaction that leave them feeling distant and alone. I'm committed to helping partners find their way back to a loving and secure bond with one another. Please visit my website for more details.
Gabrielle Marshall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
West Reading, PA 19611
Waitlist for new clients
As a Clinical Social Worker and Trauma-Informed Therapist, I offer empathy, directness, and targeted interventions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker serving clients in Pennsylvania, who works as a Supervisor and Therapist at Everlasting Wellness LLC. My passion is working with motivated clients and couples who experience life stressors such as symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, self-esteem issues, boundary issues, and struggles with maintaining self-care.
As a Clinical Social Worker and Trauma-Informed Therapist, I offer empathy, directness, and targeted interventions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker serving clients in Pennsylvania, who works as a Supervisor and Therapist at Everlasting Wellness LLC. My passion is working with motivated clients and couples who experience life stressors such as symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, self-esteem issues, boundary issues, and struggles with maintaining self-care.
Angela Keller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
West Reading, PA 19611
Angela Keller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adolescents and adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Angela specializes in treating depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions. Angela utilizes multiple treatment approaches including Adlerian methods, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and solutions-focused therapy (SFT).
Angela Keller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adolescents and adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Angela specializes in treating depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions. Angela utilizes multiple treatment approaches including Adlerian methods, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and solutions-focused therapy (SFT).
Nastassja Hanna
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
West Reading, PA 19611 (Online Only)
Nastassja Hanna is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) with five years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families addressing a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction within the family, relationship issues, borderline personality, self-esteem, spiritual and religious issues, and life adjustments. Nastassja completed her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MACMHC) at Lancaster Bible College / Capital Seminary and Graduate School.
Nastassja Hanna is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) with five years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families addressing a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction within the family, relationship issues, borderline personality, self-esteem, spiritual and religious issues, and life adjustments. Nastassja completed her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MACMHC) at Lancaster Bible College / Capital Seminary and Graduate School.
Christina Bacon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Reading, PA 19611
Everyone possesses a vital spark that can be uncovered, rediscovered, and empowered. Sometimes joyful life experiences can be hindered when overshadowed by distressful challenges where it can be difficult to cope. In a safe and non-judgmental space, Christina will provide compassionate support so you can understand and explore these challenges to discover your own journey for overall wellness. She can accompany you through a path of self-exploration to enhance self-awareness, promote insight, reduce stress and cultivate internal strengths towards resiliency and healing.
Everyone possesses a vital spark that can be uncovered, rediscovered, and empowered. Sometimes joyful life experiences can be hindered when overshadowed by distressful challenges where it can be difficult to cope. In a safe and non-judgmental space, Christina will provide compassionate support so you can understand and explore these challenges to discover your own journey for overall wellness. She can accompany you through a path of self-exploration to enhance self-awareness, promote insight, reduce stress and cultivate internal strengths towards resiliency and healing.
Kelly Nixon Schultz-Arrowhead Emotional Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
West Reading, PA 19611
You know that, “whatever this is…isn’t working for me!”, to quote one of my favorite comedies. Sometimes that is all you know. You know that you need and want to change the things that are no longer working for you but have no idea where to begin or who to trust with your story. The overwhelm of where to go and who to talk to can keep you stuck. But then as they say, if nothing changes, nothing changes and that causes fear. Or, one can get so comfortable being uncomfortable that it is where they stay. Allow yourself the opportunity to connect to yourself and others, living your life in a whole new way, with peace and joy.
You know that, “whatever this is…isn’t working for me!”, to quote one of my favorite comedies. Sometimes that is all you know. You know that you need and want to change the things that are no longer working for you but have no idea where to begin or who to trust with your story. The overwhelm of where to go and who to talk to can keep you stuck. But then as they say, if nothing changes, nothing changes and that causes fear. Or, one can get so comfortable being uncomfortable that it is where they stay. Allow yourself the opportunity to connect to yourself and others, living your life in a whole new way, with peace and joy.
Jenny Kirn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
West Reading, PA 19611
I am a bilingual marriage and family therapist with twenty years experience working with individuals, couples, and families of various age groups and diversities. One of my primary focuses is Relationship counseling which teaches effective communication skills. Relationship counseling offers an excellent approach between parent and child to understand the stages of development and needs of the children. Another method that has been successful in my practice is Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. MBSR incorporates techniques such as meditation, gentle yoga and mind-body exercises to help people learn how to cope with stress.
I am a bilingual marriage and family therapist with twenty years experience working with individuals, couples, and families of various age groups and diversities. One of my primary focuses is Relationship counseling which teaches effective communication skills. Relationship counseling offers an excellent approach between parent and child to understand the stages of development and needs of the children. Another method that has been successful in my practice is Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. MBSR incorporates techniques such as meditation, gentle yoga and mind-body exercises to help people learn how to cope with stress.
Nikolette (Nikki) Switzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
West Reading, PA 19611
Not accepting new clients
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and you do not know where to turn for support and a listening ear. Life can provide challenges that leave you feeling sad, confused, and not like yourself. You are not alone in feeling stuck in the transitions of life. Traumatic events can seem to take over every aspect of your life. As a trauma focused clinician, I am passionate and here to support you through your struggles and your transformation process. You do not need to feel alone in this journey of healing. I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitizatization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and you do not know where to turn for support and a listening ear. Life can provide challenges that leave you feeling sad, confused, and not like yourself. You are not alone in feeling stuck in the transitions of life. Traumatic events can seem to take over every aspect of your life. As a trauma focused clinician, I am passionate and here to support you through your struggles and your transformation process. You do not need to feel alone in this journey of healing. I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitizatization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Kayla Seader
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCPT
Verified Verified
West Reading, PA 19611
Not accepting new clients
Does life feel heavy? Are you feeling anxious, depressed, disconnected, or having trouble staying present and calm? Maybe it feels even harder because you don't know why this is happening. In our sessions, I will provide a non-judgmental space where you can freely express yourself and explore the causes. We will work on identifying thought patterns, beliefs, and life experiences that may be contributing to these concerns. Through various therapeutic techniques, we will work together to develop a plan unique to you to help achieve what you sought out to do in therapy.
Does life feel heavy? Are you feeling anxious, depressed, disconnected, or having trouble staying present and calm? Maybe it feels even harder because you don't know why this is happening. In our sessions, I will provide a non-judgmental space where you can freely express yourself and explore the causes. We will work on identifying thought patterns, beliefs, and life experiences that may be contributing to these concerns. Through various therapeutic techniques, we will work together to develop a plan unique to you to help achieve what you sought out to do in therapy.
Dr. Katja M. Spradlin-McHugh, LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Reading, PA 19611 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
HEAL. Heal by Embracing Abundance of Life. Life is glorious. Life can get hard. We do our best to be our best. That's a lot of pressure. When we focus on falling short of that lofty goal, we tend to feel guilt, shame, depression, anxiety. We are not alone in life. Reach out for a helping hand in regaining the gloriousness of life. I invite you to accept help and to embrace the abundance of life in healing your SELF. If you would like to reach out, email or call for a time to meet. I wish you peace.
HEAL. Heal by Embracing Abundance of Life. Life is glorious. Life can get hard. We do our best to be our best. That's a lot of pressure. When we focus on falling short of that lofty goal, we tend to feel guilt, shame, depression, anxiety. We are not alone in life. Reach out for a helping hand in regaining the gloriousness of life. I invite you to accept help and to embrace the abundance of life in healing your SELF. If you would like to reach out, email or call for a time to meet. I wish you peace.
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Diane Lillington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wyomissing, PA 19610
Waitlist for new clients
As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and EMDR-trained therapist, I can support you in unlocking authentic change by processing and healing trauma rather than simply managing symptoms.
Helping clients gain better self-awareness in a holistic and non-judgmental atmosphere is what I do best. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in various capacities within the mental health and addiction field. I enjoy supporting clients to improve their quality of life through building insight, motivation, and increasing feelings of self-worth. My vision is to deliver highest quality, personalized treatment that supports my clients’ innate ability to heal. I value a strengths-based approach, collaborative goal setting, and an integrative model of treating the whole person.
As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and EMDR-trained therapist, I can support you in unlocking authentic change by processing and healing trauma rather than simply managing symptoms.
Helping clients gain better self-awareness in a holistic and non-judgmental atmosphere is what I do best. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in various capacities within the mental health and addiction field. I enjoy supporting clients to improve their quality of life through building insight, motivation, and increasing feelings of self-worth. My vision is to deliver highest quality, personalized treatment that supports my clients’ innate ability to heal. I value a strengths-based approach, collaborative goal setting, and an integrative model of treating the whole person.
Eleanor Reiter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CFTP
Verified Verified
Wyomissing, PA 19610
Eleanor is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Family Trauma Professional, and Clinical Fellow of AAMFT.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you and your partner stuck in the same argument loop every night? Are you struggling with repairing relationships or healing after a traumatic event? Whether you’re struggling with marital or relationship issues, infidelity, anxiety, or depression, it is important that you know you don’t have to be alone in this journey. Together we can equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome your challenges and strengthen your personal relationships, marriage, and family relationships. Reach out and schedule a complimentary telephone consultation! (610-944-4327)
Eleanor is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Family Trauma Professional, and Clinical Fellow of AAMFT.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you and your partner stuck in the same argument loop every night? Are you struggling with repairing relationships or healing after a traumatic event? Whether you’re struggling with marital or relationship issues, infidelity, anxiety, or depression, it is important that you know you don’t have to be alone in this journey. Together we can equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome your challenges and strengthen your personal relationships, marriage, and family relationships. Reach out and schedule a complimentary telephone consultation! (610-944-4327)
Jeffrey Leoni
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Wyomissing, PA 19610
My first calling is working with trauma survivors.
My goal as your therapist is to be a guide on your journey to a lasting state of well-being and also to be your support anchor as you work to resolve the difficult, hurtful, and disruptive experiences of your life. You will be able to resolve relationship conflicts, develop new and more effective ways of thinking and feeling about yourself and others, and resolve issues that are keeping you from experiencing high levels of joy and fulfillment in life. It would be my honor to be your mentor in this work and together we will create a safe space to process all of these experiences via this powerful process of healing.
My first calling is working with trauma survivors.
My goal as your therapist is to be a guide on your journey to a lasting state of well-being and also to be your support anchor as you work to resolve the difficult, hurtful, and disruptive experiences of your life. You will be able to resolve relationship conflicts, develop new and more effective ways of thinking and feeling about yourself and others, and resolve issues that are keeping you from experiencing high levels of joy and fulfillment in life. It would be my honor to be your mentor in this work and together we will create a safe space to process all of these experiences via this powerful process of healing.
Natasha Hoover
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wyomissing, PA 19610
Are you looking for someone you can truly trust to sit with you and genuinely help? Maybe you have a support system, but they have their own ideas and really can't be objective. Maybe you don't have much support, and that's part of what you're searching for. Either way, I want you to know that I am here to be with you and to be 100% FOR you. I will bring all my training and all of my compassion to our work together. Whether you are sorting through past trauma, or struggle with anxiety or depression - you are not alone. Together we will find real solutions and real healing.
Are you looking for someone you can truly trust to sit with you and genuinely help? Maybe you have a support system, but they have their own ideas and really can't be objective. Maybe you don't have much support, and that's part of what you're searching for. Either way, I want you to know that I am here to be with you and to be 100% FOR you. I will bring all my training and all of my compassion to our work together. Whether you are sorting through past trauma, or struggle with anxiety or depression - you are not alone. Together we will find real solutions and real healing.
Maria L Migliaccio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BCBA
Verified Verified
Reading, PA 19601 (Online Only)
Some of the techniques and modalities I employ are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), mindfulness based practices and existential therapy.
Hello! My name is Maria and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 20 years of experience. I believe in a collaborative approach while also providing direction as needed.
Some of the techniques and modalities I employ are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), mindfulness based practices and existential therapy.
Hello! My name is Maria and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 20 years of experience. I believe in a collaborative approach while also providing direction as needed.
Take Heart Counseling & Equine Assisted Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, Meagan, Good, MA, LPC, Owner
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reading, PA 19610
We are trauma-focused and provide equine assisted psychotherapy that brings out deep insights and emotions.
Looking for something different? How about working with a horse alongside your therapist? More than petting and brushing horses, our professional counseling team is specially trained to integrate horses into therapy. We empower individuals, couples, families, and groups to overcome a variety of struggles and find hope, healing, and mental, emotional, and spiritual wholeness. You are mind, body, soul, and spirit. Nurture every part of you in a peaceful, safe, and beautiful ranch environment. Horses are gentle and intuitive partners; they provide nonjudgmental connection and new awareness as we explore your struggles and strengths.
We are trauma-focused and provide equine assisted psychotherapy that brings out deep insights and emotions.
Looking for something different? How about working with a horse alongside your therapist? More than petting and brushing horses, our professional counseling team is specially trained to integrate horses into therapy. We empower individuals, couples, families, and groups to overcome a variety of struggles and find hope, healing, and mental, emotional, and spiritual wholeness. You are mind, body, soul, and spirit. Nurture every part of you in a peaceful, safe, and beautiful ranch environment. Horses are gentle and intuitive partners; they provide nonjudgmental connection and new awareness as we explore your struggles and strengths.
Shadena L Natty
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, MS, CAADC, NCC
Verified Verified
Reading, PA 19601
I work with individuals and couples who present with mood disorders, anxiety, depression, substance abuse issues, trauma, codependency, and relationships issues/affairs.
Life today creates many challenges and obstacles, but also opportunities to grow. Counseling can be a vital part to gaining and maintaining a healthy and well-balanced life. I view therapy as a way to heal through telling your story in a non-judgmental and safe setting. Therapy will give you the tools which will allow you to live your best life. Are you ready to start your counseling journey?
I work with individuals and couples who present with mood disorders, anxiety, depression, substance abuse issues, trauma, codependency, and relationships issues/affairs.
Life today creates many challenges and obstacles, but also opportunities to grow. Counseling can be a vital part to gaining and maintaining a healthy and well-balanced life. I view therapy as a way to heal through telling your story in a non-judgmental and safe setting. Therapy will give you the tools which will allow you to live your best life. Are you ready to start your counseling journey?
Doree Putnam-Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Shillington, PA 19607
Working through trauma does not have to feel retraumatizing.
Are you feeing overwhelmed by daily life or like things are out of control? I might be able to help. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to help you better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Through techniques like ART(Accelerated Resolution therapy), Brainspotting, mindfulness, dialectical and cognitive behavioral approaches, you can learn how to accept your life and start living in the present not the past. You will gain insight into long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Working through trauma does not have to feel retraumatizing.
Are you feeing overwhelmed by daily life or like things are out of control? I might be able to help. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to help you better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Through techniques like ART(Accelerated Resolution therapy), Brainspotting, mindfulness, dialectical and cognitive behavioral approaches, you can learn how to accept your life and start living in the present not the past. You will gain insight into long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Brandi Bentrim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reading, PA 19601 (Online Only)
I am an LCSW with over 25 years of experience working with children and adults. Most of my work has focused on providing individual and family therapy to young adults, as well as children and adult survivors of trauma. I believe our experiences shape the way we see the world which can lead to patterns that are no longer serving us. Our thoughts impact the way we feel, and insight into these connections can move us towards change and healing.
I am an LCSW with over 25 years of experience working with children and adults. Most of my work has focused on providing individual and family therapy to young adults, as well as children and adult survivors of trauma. I believe our experiences shape the way we see the world which can lead to patterns that are no longer serving us. Our thoughts impact the way we feel, and insight into these connections can move us towards change and healing.
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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.