Trauma Focused Therapists in Ellsworth AFB, SD
If you’re a working professional just trying to make it through the week, a mil spouse who’s tired of “blooming where you’re planted,” a first responder running on empty, or a veteran who’s tired of pretending everything’s fine—this space is for you. You’ve probably learned to keep it together for everyone else. But here, you get to take a breath. Alongside therapy, I also offer supervision and consultation for other clinicians seeking grounded, real-world support. Schedule your free consult and we’ll figure it out together.
If you’re a working professional just trying to make it through the week, a mil spouse who’s tired of “blooming where you’re planted,” a first responder running on empty, or a veteran who’s tired of pretending everything’s fine—this space is for you. You’ve probably learned to keep it together for everyone else. But here, you get to take a breath. Alongside therapy, I also offer supervision and consultation for other clinicians seeking grounded, real-world support. Schedule your free consult and we’ll figure it out together.
Getting Back On Track Counseling offers multiple decades of familiarity with the issues of substance abuse, faith, marriage & pre-marriage, relationships, military member & family pre-/post-deployment, suicide, trauma, post-traumatic stress, blended families, and stress management. GBOTC strives to assist individuals, couples, and families in moving forward with a strength-based focus. Specialized training includes Addiction Treatment in Military & Veteran Culture, Clinical Supervision in the Addiction Profession, Strong Bonds (marital/significant other/family relationships), and PTSD/trauma resiliency.
Getting Back On Track Counseling offers multiple decades of familiarity with the issues of substance abuse, faith, marriage & pre-marriage, relationships, military member & family pre-/post-deployment, suicide, trauma, post-traumatic stress, blended families, and stress management. GBOTC strives to assist individuals, couples, and families in moving forward with a strength-based focus. Specialized training includes Addiction Treatment in Military & Veteran Culture, Clinical Supervision in the Addiction Profession, Strong Bonds (marital/significant other/family relationships), and PTSD/trauma resiliency.
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Dealing with constant worry, anxiety, or self-doubt can feel like an uphill battle. Events from your past might be affecting your day-to-day life, causing you to carry unnecessary guilt, shame, or fear. Maybe you feel like, no matter what you do, you simply aren’t good enough. Or maybe you’ve reached the end of your rope with flashbacks, nightmares, sleep issues, or anxiety attacks. No matter if you suffer from anxiety that you can’t explain or are able to trace your challenges back to specific events in your past, I am here to help you navigate from hurt to healing.
Dealing with constant worry, anxiety, or self-doubt can feel like an uphill battle. Events from your past might be affecting your day-to-day life, causing you to carry unnecessary guilt, shame, or fear. Maybe you feel like, no matter what you do, you simply aren’t good enough. Or maybe you’ve reached the end of your rope with flashbacks, nightmares, sleep issues, or anxiety attacks. No matter if you suffer from anxiety that you can’t explain or are able to trace your challenges back to specific events in your past, I am here to help you navigate from hurt to healing.
Welcome! I'm so glad you are here :)
A little bit about me.
Please note, I am only offering virtual therapy at this time.
Common issues I enjoy supporting clients with are PTSD and trauma recovery, life transitions, attachment injuries, anxiety, depression, substance use, stressors related to first responders and military veterans, and relationship difficulties.
Welcome! I'm so glad you are here :)
A little bit about me.
Please note, I am only offering virtual therapy at this time.
Common issues I enjoy supporting clients with are PTSD and trauma recovery, life transitions, attachment injuries, anxiety, depression, substance use, stressors related to first responders and military veterans, and relationship difficulties.
I have an innate desire to help others find relief from psychological distress and look forward to helping pre-marital couples, marriage, family, children, adolescent, and women tell their story, discover growth and healing, and create a life they love. As a previous military spouse, I understand these unique challenges as well. I also have over seven years of experience in early childhood education, have a firm grasp on childhood challenges, and look forward to learning more. Furthermore, I have a passion to empower and encourage women of all ages to explore, discover, heal, and grow into the person they desire.
I have an innate desire to help others find relief from psychological distress and look forward to helping pre-marital couples, marriage, family, children, adolescent, and women tell their story, discover growth and healing, and create a life they love. As a previous military spouse, I understand these unique challenges as well. I also have over seven years of experience in early childhood education, have a firm grasp on childhood challenges, and look forward to learning more. Furthermore, I have a passion to empower and encourage women of all ages to explore, discover, heal, and grow into the person they desire.
Sarah Swantner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, CFT, CFP
Rapid City, SD 57701
Waitlist for new clients
You’ve done therapy before. You understand your patterns, your history, and why you are the way you are—yet something still feels stuck. Insight alone hasn’t brought the relief you hoped for. Your mind keeps working overtime, analyzing and managing, while your body holds tension, emotion, and old survival responses that never quite settle. There’s a sense that healing lives somewhere deeper than words, and that thinking your way forward isn’t enough anymore.
You’ve done therapy before. You understand your patterns, your history, and why you are the way you are—yet something still feels stuck. Insight alone hasn’t brought the relief you hoped for. Your mind keeps working overtime, analyzing and managing, while your body holds tension, emotion, and old survival responses that never quite settle. There’s a sense that healing lives somewhere deeper than words, and that thinking your way forward isn’t enough anymore.
When life feels heavy or unclear, it can be hard to know where to begin. Many people I work with carry quiet overwhelm, old wounds, or patterns that leave them feeling dimmed or disconnected. Therapy becomes a place to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the parts of you that still glow beneath the chaos. My role is to offer a steady, warm space where you can sort through what’s happening with honesty, compassion, and a pace that actually feels manageable.
When life feels heavy or unclear, it can be hard to know where to begin. Many people I work with carry quiet overwhelm, old wounds, or patterns that leave them feeling dimmed or disconnected. Therapy becomes a place to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the parts of you that still glow beneath the chaos. My role is to offer a steady, warm space where you can sort through what’s happening with honesty, compassion, and a pace that actually feels manageable.
With over 25 years of experience, I work with clients from age five through older adulthood who may feel stuck, overwhelmed, adjusting, or uncertain—struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, or challenges with emotions, confidence, or relationships. They need a compassionate, safe space to be truly heard, understood, and guided. Together, we focus on building coping skills, resilience, and self-understanding, which helps clients create meaningful change, navigate life with confidence, strengthen relationships, and restore hope for the future.”
With over 25 years of experience, I work with clients from age five through older adulthood who may feel stuck, overwhelmed, adjusting, or uncertain—struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, or challenges with emotions, confidence, or relationships. They need a compassionate, safe space to be truly heard, understood, and guided. Together, we focus on building coping skills, resilience, and self-understanding, which helps clients create meaningful change, navigate life with confidence, strengthen relationships, and restore hope for the future.”
Many of the men and couples I work with feel stuck in cycles around pornography, sexual habits, or intimacy concerns that are quietly eroding confidence and connection. These struggles often come with anxiety, low mood, and a lot of shame - even when everything else in life looks "fine." I regularly work with individuals and couples together when sexual concerns are impacting trust, communication, and intimacy. I am a capable guide who will respect your individuality and choices along the way while providing you a sureness of foot that only experience can provide.
Many of the men and couples I work with feel stuck in cycles around pornography, sexual habits, or intimacy concerns that are quietly eroding confidence and connection. These struggles often come with anxiety, low mood, and a lot of shame - even when everything else in life looks "fine." I regularly work with individuals and couples together when sexual concerns are impacting trust, communication, and intimacy. I am a capable guide who will respect your individuality and choices along the way while providing you a sureness of foot that only experience can provide.
Do you know you need to heal from past hurts but don't know where to even start?
Hi, I'm Jen and I am a licensed professional counselor, friend, Christian, wife, and mother of four. I am warm, kind, real, and compassionate and I work to honor your courage to be vulnerable and will do my best to meet you where you're at. The power of support, encouragement, and feeling seen can lead to better decisions and renewed hope. Identifying negative patterns and finding ways to reroute how we think is a powerful strategy for creating a better life.
Do you know you need to heal from past hurts but don't know where to even start?
Hi, I'm Jen and I am a licensed professional counselor, friend, Christian, wife, and mother of four. I am warm, kind, real, and compassionate and I work to honor your courage to be vulnerable and will do my best to meet you where you're at. The power of support, encouragement, and feeling seen can lead to better decisions and renewed hope. Identifying negative patterns and finding ways to reroute how we think is a powerful strategy for creating a better life.
Heidie J Holmstrom
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-MH, NCC, LPC, QMHP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Counseling is about making positive changes in ourselves, our relationships, and the way we view our world. I work with you to help release unwanted patterns/beliefs, reduce depression and anxiety, unresolved old feelings that are blocking personal power. I work with clients to support their current needs and wants. You've already made the first step towards healing and creating the change you want/need. I will work with you to help you increase self-awareness, gain insight and work towards resolving difficult situations/conflicts. I offer a comfortable, safe and confidential setting.
Counseling is about making positive changes in ourselves, our relationships, and the way we view our world. I work with you to help release unwanted patterns/beliefs, reduce depression and anxiety, unresolved old feelings that are blocking personal power. I work with clients to support their current needs and wants. You've already made the first step towards healing and creating the change you want/need. I will work with you to help you increase self-awareness, gain insight and work towards resolving difficult situations/conflicts. I offer a comfortable, safe and confidential setting.
Resa Combs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, CCTP-II
Rapid City, SD 57701
Waitlist for new clients
The cornerstone of successful therapy is the relationship developed between client and therapist. I offer a non-judgmental environment in which you will be heard and respected. I tailor my approach to the unique needs and personality of each client. Together we will identify and develop your specific goals and choose which therapeutic approach will be the most comfortable and effective.
The cornerstone of successful therapy is the relationship developed between client and therapist. I offer a non-judgmental environment in which you will be heard and respected. I tailor my approach to the unique needs and personality of each client. Together we will identify and develop your specific goals and choose which therapeutic approach will be the most comfortable and effective.
Have you ever caught yourself thinking—“I freeze when it’s time to perform.” “My nerves always win.” “I need someone to talk to, but I don’t want to burden anyone.” “I feel sad but can’t explain why.” “I’ll never measure up.” If these thoughts sound familiar, you’re not alone. Struggles with trauma, anxiety, or depression don’t define you—you are worthy of something better, and we can work toward that together.
Have you ever caught yourself thinking—“I freeze when it’s time to perform.” “My nerves always win.” “I need someone to talk to, but I don’t want to burden anyone.” “I feel sad but can’t explain why.” “I’ll never measure up.” If these thoughts sound familiar, you’re not alone. Struggles with trauma, anxiety, or depression don’t define you—you are worthy of something better, and we can work toward that together.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or alone—even after trying everything you can think of? Unsure where to begin your healing journey? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate this path without support.
I’m a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist who works with couples and individuals navigating unresolved trauma, relationship issues, and eating disorders. I offer an empathetic and holistic approach to therapy, creating a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts, experiences, and emotions. Feel free to reach out for a free consultation to see if I am a good fit for you!
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or alone—even after trying everything you can think of? Unsure where to begin your healing journey? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate this path without support.
I’m a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist who works with couples and individuals navigating unresolved trauma, relationship issues, and eating disorders. I offer an empathetic and holistic approach to therapy, creating a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts, experiences, and emotions. Feel free to reach out for a free consultation to see if I am a good fit for you!
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. You may be feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, trying to make sense of painful past experiences, or seeking new ways to cope with life stressors. Anxiety or depression may be making it hard to feel like yourself. You might be navigating a major life transition, exploring your identity, or simply longing for a space where you can be understood without judgment. If you can relate, this might be the space for you.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. You may be feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, trying to make sense of painful past experiences, or seeking new ways to cope with life stressors. Anxiety or depression may be making it hard to feel like yourself. You might be navigating a major life transition, exploring your identity, or simply longing for a space where you can be understood without judgment. If you can relate, this might be the space for you.
I am Jeri Fowler a counselor at Transformations Mental Health. Seeking therapy requires courage, and I understand the importance of finding a therapist you can trust. My approach is grounded in honesty, transparency, and a commitment to the client's wellbeing.
I am Jeri Fowler a counselor at Transformations Mental Health. Seeking therapy requires courage, and I understand the importance of finding a therapist you can trust. My approach is grounded in honesty, transparency, and a commitment to the client's wellbeing.
Kris Jeakins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC-MH, QMHP, CCTP-II
1 Endorsed
Rapid City, SD 57702
I have provided mental health services for over 14+ years to adults, couples, and 18+ who are struggling with mental health issues. I guide people in their healing of trauma including complex trauma, dissociative issues, depression, anxiety, grief, psychotic spectrum, and personality disorders. I will create a safe space of honesty and empathy. I will guide you to strengthen self-trust and empower yourself to solve issues within all your relationships, inside and outside of therapy. I believe that our minds and bodies are connected through thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
I have provided mental health services for over 14+ years to adults, couples, and 18+ who are struggling with mental health issues. I guide people in their healing of trauma including complex trauma, dissociative issues, depression, anxiety, grief, psychotic spectrum, and personality disorders. I will create a safe space of honesty and empathy. I will guide you to strengthen self-trust and empower yourself to solve issues within all your relationships, inside and outside of therapy. I believe that our minds and bodies are connected through thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
My clients are adults who look fine on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected on the inside. They're navigating trauma, burnout, identity stress, relationship strain, or major life transitions — and they're ready for real change, not just coping. I also work with teens 13+ facing anxiety, self-worth, and life changes. Together, we build grounding first, then explore the patterns and experiences keeping them stuck. Using EMDR, CBT, and DBT, we work toward clarity, stability, and feeling like themselves again.
My clients are adults who look fine on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected on the inside. They're navigating trauma, burnout, identity stress, relationship strain, or major life transitions — and they're ready for real change, not just coping. I also work with teens 13+ facing anxiety, self-worth, and life changes. Together, we build grounding first, then explore the patterns and experiences keeping them stuck. Using EMDR, CBT, and DBT, we work toward clarity, stability, and feeling like themselves again.
I provide trauma-informed care services specializing Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
People often come to seek treatment after a major change in their life. While seeking support during life setbacks, it is also important to seek help and learn coping skills before it becomes too overwhelming. Life is dynamic. I have helped support a diverse group of people throughout my career including young adults leaving foster care, veterans, active duty members. It is very rewarding to support people to live their life to the fullest.
I provide trauma-informed care services specializing Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
People often come to seek treatment after a major change in their life. While seeking support during life setbacks, it is also important to seek help and learn coping skills before it becomes too overwhelming. Life is dynamic. I have helped support a diverse group of people throughout my career including young adults leaving foster care, veterans, active duty members. It is very rewarding to support people to live their life to the fullest.
Although I have specialized in the full spectrum of eating disorders for over 30 years, my passion is working with emotional eating/BED and weight-loss coaching. I have developed a program called "the glow approach" which will help you develop a healthy relationship with food, which means 1) putting food back in its place as nourishment for your body and learning which foods "work for you" for health and weight-loss; and 2) identifying what role(s) food plays in your life: a coping mechanism to manage feelings, avoid issues, fill a void, and/or self-medicate underlying mental-health conditions such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD.
Although I have specialized in the full spectrum of eating disorders for over 30 years, my passion is working with emotional eating/BED and weight-loss coaching. I have developed a program called "the glow approach" which will help you develop a healthy relationship with food, which means 1) putting food back in its place as nourishment for your body and learning which foods "work for you" for health and weight-loss; and 2) identifying what role(s) food plays in your life: a coping mechanism to manage feelings, avoid issues, fill a void, and/or self-medicate underlying mental-health conditions such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD.