Trauma and PTSD Therapists in 10591

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Alison Jampol
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tarrytown, NY 10591
Alison Jampol is a licensed clinical social worker who works with children, adolescents, and adults. Her approach to treatment is person centered, recovery based, and highly collaborative. She utilizes an eclectic approach to meet specific needs of each individual. Ms. Jampol has clinical experience in cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy for PTSD, motivational interviewing, problem solving treatment for depression, and behavioral activation. She utilizes a system theory model in her practice.
Alison Jampol is a licensed clinical social worker who works with children, adolescents, and adults. Her approach to treatment is person centered, recovery based, and highly collaborative. She utilizes an eclectic approach to meet specific needs of each individual. Ms. Jampol has clinical experience in cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy for PTSD, motivational interviewing, problem solving treatment for depression, and behavioral activation. She utilizes a system theory model in her practice.
(914) 677-2364 View (914) 677-2364
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Johanny Pena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tarrytown, NY 10591
Bilingual (English and Spanish) psychotherapist with experience and interests in treatment of depression, anxiety and PTSD. Together we will work towards your wellbeing. I am here to help you gain insight and assist you with overcoming unhealthy patterns that leave you feeling stuck and depleted. Using a holistic and eclectic approach, I will focus on your strengths, and the gifts you already hold within. As we collaborate together, we implement effective skills, and tools to help you feel connected, empowered and in control of your life, environment and your relationships. I enjoy working with diverse populations and backgrounds.
Bilingual (English and Spanish) psychotherapist with experience and interests in treatment of depression, anxiety and PTSD. Together we will work towards your wellbeing. I am here to help you gain insight and assist you with overcoming unhealthy patterns that leave you feeling stuck and depleted. Using a holistic and eclectic approach, I will focus on your strengths, and the gifts you already hold within. As we collaborate together, we implement effective skills, and tools to help you feel connected, empowered and in control of your life, environment and your relationships. I enjoy working with diverse populations and backgrounds.
(914) 867-3902 View (914) 867-3902
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Janet-Michelle Cuevas, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tarrytown, NY 10591
Waitlist for new clients
I am a trauma-informed and trained psychotherapist.
Have you experienced the death or loss of a family member or close friend? Have you experienced crime, such as sexual assault or sexual abuse as a child? Have you been harmed by parents, siblings, friends, people in authority, acquaintances and/or strangers? Crime, harm and loss can be traumatic and life-altering. It can feel like there is nowhere safe and no one to turn to or trust. My approach is client-centered, non-judgmental, gentle and nurturing. During our work together you will explore and discover inner strengths and resources that will help you heal and feel empowered.
I am a trauma-informed and trained psychotherapist.
Have you experienced the death or loss of a family member or close friend? Have you experienced crime, such as sexual assault or sexual abuse as a child? Have you been harmed by parents, siblings, friends, people in authority, acquaintances and/or strangers? Crime, harm and loss can be traumatic and life-altering. It can feel like there is nowhere safe and no one to turn to or trust. My approach is client-centered, non-judgmental, gentle and nurturing. During our work together you will explore and discover inner strengths and resources that will help you heal and feel empowered.
(917) 765-7503 View (917) 765-7503
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Growth Wellness Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tarrytown, NY 10591
I specialize in providing individual and family psychotherapy, and treating individuals with mood/personality disorders, PTSD, and co-occurring disorders.
Life is a journey. On this journey sometimes we get derailed and need help to get back on track. I hope to help you find your way back! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who have been working in the field of Behavioral Health for the past 25 years. My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescent, and adults. I believe that we all have the ability to overcome challenges, and difficulties, which often interferes with one’s personal growth. Our early experiences, and culture, shapes who we are as individuals, how we see ourselves, and how we interact with others.
I specialize in providing individual and family psychotherapy, and treating individuals with mood/personality disorders, PTSD, and co-occurring disorders.
Life is a journey. On this journey sometimes we get derailed and need help to get back on track. I hope to help you find your way back! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who have been working in the field of Behavioral Health for the past 25 years. My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescent, and adults. I believe that we all have the ability to overcome challenges, and difficulties, which often interferes with one’s personal growth. Our early experiences, and culture, shapes who we are as individuals, how we see ourselves, and how we interact with others.
(914) 335-3414 View (914) 335-3414
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Elizabeth Davis
Art Therapist, MFA, MS, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
Feel better faster with Intensive Therapy to address anxiety, sleeplessness, addictions, and depression. I specialize in the treatment of the long term effects of stress and trauma using the Intensive Therapy approach. Intensive therapy is structured psychotherapy designed to get to the root of the problem faster so clients can move on with their lives with less chronic symptoms. I use research-proven treatments integrated and tailored to meet the individual needs of each client. My approach is creative and collaborative, helping my clients confront what is often painful and otherwise intolerable, and work towards true healing.
Feel better faster with Intensive Therapy to address anxiety, sleeplessness, addictions, and depression. I specialize in the treatment of the long term effects of stress and trauma using the Intensive Therapy approach. Intensive therapy is structured psychotherapy designed to get to the root of the problem faster so clients can move on with their lives with less chronic symptoms. I use research-proven treatments integrated and tailored to meet the individual needs of each client. My approach is creative and collaborative, helping my clients confront what is often painful and otherwise intolerable, and work towards true healing.
(716) 235-2654 View (716) 235-2654
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Gayle Sturmer (Aka Skovron)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, RRT, BCD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tarrytown, NY 10591
I'm certified in Rapid Resolution Therapy® (RRT) and Rapid Trauma Resolution® which is a short-term , painless treatment that clears the negative effects of an unpleasant experience without having to "relive" or re-experience painful events.
I am a short term solution focused therapist. I provide a safe, comfortable place to create change. I have practiced for over 25 years and I am trained and certified in many models of treatment. I create change through brain shifts in thinking, feeling, and behaving. I specialize in Trauma, Sexual Violence, Loss, Anxiety, OCD, "Stuckness," Depression, Male Issues, Grief, Divorce, Relationship Issues, Child Issues, and more. I'm a certified Rapid Resolution(tm) Therapist (RRT), as well as a Certified CBT Therapist. Please visit rapidresolutiontherapy.com or my website gaylesturmer.com to learn more about RRT. telehealth for NY,MA,FL
I'm certified in Rapid Resolution Therapy® (RRT) and Rapid Trauma Resolution® which is a short-term , painless treatment that clears the negative effects of an unpleasant experience without having to "relive" or re-experience painful events.
I am a short term solution focused therapist. I provide a safe, comfortable place to create change. I have practiced for over 25 years and I am trained and certified in many models of treatment. I create change through brain shifts in thinking, feeling, and behaving. I specialize in Trauma, Sexual Violence, Loss, Anxiety, OCD, "Stuckness," Depression, Male Issues, Grief, Divorce, Relationship Issues, Child Issues, and more. I'm a certified Rapid Resolution(tm) Therapist (RRT), as well as a Certified CBT Therapist. Please visit rapidresolutiontherapy.com or my website gaylesturmer.com to learn more about RRT. telehealth for NY,MA,FL
(914) 407-3898 View (914) 407-3898
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Juliette Lynch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591  (Online Only)
Cultivating a robust foundation in trauma informed care, my work aims to extend its principles to a diverse clientele.
Everyone deserves a soft place to land, a space to gather, to explore themselves deeply, and to heal. As a therapist this is what I hope to provide to each of my clients. I believe everyone is doing their best with the tools they have and that with nonjudgmental support and guidance, we all can reconnect and flourish within ourselves and our relationships. Together, we will develop a healing relationship where you can feel safe even when vulnerable, comforted in your struggles, and encouraged as you are guided toward the resources you need to feel more secure in the world.
Cultivating a robust foundation in trauma informed care, my work aims to extend its principles to a diverse clientele.
Everyone deserves a soft place to land, a space to gather, to explore themselves deeply, and to heal. As a therapist this is what I hope to provide to each of my clients. I believe everyone is doing their best with the tools they have and that with nonjudgmental support and guidance, we all can reconnect and flourish within ourselves and our relationships. Together, we will develop a healing relationship where you can feel safe even when vulnerable, comforted in your struggles, and encouraged as you are guided toward the resources you need to feel more secure in the world.
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Elsa I Arce
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, Coach, EFTMR, SRMP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
Ms. Elsa I. Arce is a Bilingual (Spanish-Speaking) LMHC, Abundance Certified Coach and a Shamanic Reiki Master. Trained as a traditional clinical psychotherapist, she provides therapy for children, young adults, couples, and families with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, attention-deficit, trauma, substance abuse, domestic violence, and family relational stress. In addition, she practices nontraditional Energy Psychology therapies that are also evidenced based. Elsa works part-time at a foster care agency and has a private practice in Westchester, NY.
Ms. Elsa I. Arce is a Bilingual (Spanish-Speaking) LMHC, Abundance Certified Coach and a Shamanic Reiki Master. Trained as a traditional clinical psychotherapist, she provides therapy for children, young adults, couples, and families with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, attention-deficit, trauma, substance abuse, domestic violence, and family relational stress. In addition, she practices nontraditional Energy Psychology therapies that are also evidenced based. Elsa works part-time at a foster care agency and has a private practice in Westchester, NY.
(914) 712-6481 View (914) 712-6481
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Diane Fremont
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Tarrytown, NY 10591
I enjoy writing and giving public presentations on dreams, trauma, art and the creative process, and am available for ongoing study and supervision groups.
What makes an authentic life? How do we create a meaningful existence, while making our way through the unexpected twists and turns in our path? As an engaged and compassionate psychotherapist, I will companion you in navigating major life transitions, relationships, identity issues, family, career conflicts or creative blocks. We will identify and shift long-standing patterns that no longer serve growth, while working together to reduce symptoms that prevent you from living a fulfilling life. Disruptive patterns and symptoms also carry the seeds for change if we listen carefully and connect with their deeper currents of meaning.
I enjoy writing and giving public presentations on dreams, trauma, art and the creative process, and am available for ongoing study and supervision groups.
What makes an authentic life? How do we create a meaningful existence, while making our way through the unexpected twists and turns in our path? As an engaged and compassionate psychotherapist, I will companion you in navigating major life transitions, relationships, identity issues, family, career conflicts or creative blocks. We will identify and shift long-standing patterns that no longer serve growth, while working together to reduce symptoms that prevent you from living a fulfilling life. Disruptive patterns and symptoms also carry the seeds for change if we listen carefully and connect with their deeper currents of meaning.
(646) 759-2409 View (646) 759-2409
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Karen Sussan
Counselor, LMHC, EMDR-CT
Verified Verified
Tarrytown, NY 10591
I use a trauma-informed approach which can include EMDR, Internal Family Systems as well as psychodynamic and cognitive psychotherapies.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and grief during life transitions. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified EMDR Therapist with training and experience, sensitive to diverse cultures, values, religious or spiritual orientations. I will provide safe, confidential, nonjudgmental support. Together, we can set goals and select an approach suitable to your strengths and growing edges.
I use a trauma-informed approach which can include EMDR, Internal Family Systems as well as psychodynamic and cognitive psychotherapies.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and grief during life transitions. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified EMDR Therapist with training and experience, sensitive to diverse cultures, values, religious or spiritual orientations. I will provide safe, confidential, nonjudgmental support. Together, we can set goals and select an approach suitable to your strengths and growing edges.
(845) 393-0534 View (845) 393-0534
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Elizabeth A Bussian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tarrytown, NY 10591
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
(845) 412-9234 View (845) 412-9234
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Sarah Crary Cohen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Tarrytown, NY 10591
You are most likely reading this because you are experiencing distressful feelings or facing challenges in your family life or career, including retirement issues. How can you know that I will be a safe and helpful therapist for you at this time? A highly experienced and effective licensed clinical psychologist, I have helped people from all walks of life with many problems in living. Although I specialize in anxiety, trauma, depression, and grief - my true specialty is change. I believe that what causes change in therapy is your therapist's skills and understanding and also the efforts you make to change.
You are most likely reading this because you are experiencing distressful feelings or facing challenges in your family life or career, including retirement issues. How can you know that I will be a safe and helpful therapist for you at this time? A highly experienced and effective licensed clinical psychologist, I have helped people from all walks of life with many problems in living. Although I specialize in anxiety, trauma, depression, and grief - my true specialty is change. I believe that what causes change in therapy is your therapist's skills and understanding and also the efforts you make to change.
(914) 302-5144 View (914) 302-5144
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Vanessa Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tarrytown, NY 10591  (Online Only)
I am a trauma informed therapist and certified in EMDR. I pride myself in creating a safe and trusting therapeutic alliance with my clients. I am interactive, non-judgmental and empathic in my approach. In working with my clients, my style is eclectic, and I believe in taking a client centered approach and meeting my client’s where they are in their individual journey. It is my goal to help cultivate within my client’s self-compassion. I also incorporate "parts" work to help with exploring the different parts of themselves created through traumatic experiences to help bring a sense of peace and wholeness.
I am a trauma informed therapist and certified in EMDR. I pride myself in creating a safe and trusting therapeutic alliance with my clients. I am interactive, non-judgmental and empathic in my approach. In working with my clients, my style is eclectic, and I believe in taking a client centered approach and meeting my client’s where they are in their individual journey. It is my goal to help cultivate within my client’s self-compassion. I also incorporate "parts" work to help with exploring the different parts of themselves created through traumatic experiences to help bring a sense of peace and wholeness.
(646) 921-3380 View (646) 921-3380
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Brianna Morrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LMSW, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tarrytown, NY 10591
I use aspects of insight-oriented therapy, somatic awareness, and interpersonal psychotherapy with a trauma-informed approach to aid you in understanding the impact of previous life circumstances on your present decisions, relationships, and overall well-being.
Each of us exists in the world with a complexity and story exclusively our own. Through an eclectic, client-centered approach to therapy, I offer you the opportunity to explore the parts of your story unique to your identity, develop and nurture self-compassion, and integrate those parts into the fullness of your human experience. At the heart of my work, I strive to create an empathic and safe environment that fully allows you to show up with vulnerability and honesty as your authentic self.
I use aspects of insight-oriented therapy, somatic awareness, and interpersonal psychotherapy with a trauma-informed approach to aid you in understanding the impact of previous life circumstances on your present decisions, relationships, and overall well-being.
Each of us exists in the world with a complexity and story exclusively our own. Through an eclectic, client-centered approach to therapy, I offer you the opportunity to explore the parts of your story unique to your identity, develop and nurture self-compassion, and integrate those parts into the fullness of your human experience. At the heart of my work, I strive to create an empathic and safe environment that fully allows you to show up with vulnerability and honesty as your authentic self.
(845) 640-5255 View (845) 640-5255
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Shari Bispham Jacob
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tarrytown, NY 10591  (Online Only)
I specialize in providing psychotherapy to treat depression, anxiety, trauma, and adjustment disorders in individuals from adolescence through adulthood.
Seeking therapy can be a difficult process, which requires courage; congratulations on making this decision! It is the first step to healing, and learning to lean into life from a healthier outlook. Life changes, relationship challenges, school difficulties, trauma or interpersonal conflicts can leave us feeling stuck, isolated, and hopeless. My goal is to provide a safe space where you will feel heard and supported. Working together using a judgement free, collaborative approach to help you to build a tool kit with the skills you need to reach goals, and navigate through difficulties in life.
I specialize in providing psychotherapy to treat depression, anxiety, trauma, and adjustment disorders in individuals from adolescence through adulthood.
Seeking therapy can be a difficult process, which requires courage; congratulations on making this decision! It is the first step to healing, and learning to lean into life from a healthier outlook. Life changes, relationship challenges, school difficulties, trauma or interpersonal conflicts can leave us feeling stuck, isolated, and hopeless. My goal is to provide a safe space where you will feel heard and supported. Working together using a judgement free, collaborative approach to help you to build a tool kit with the skills you need to reach goals, and navigate through difficulties in life.
(845) 402-2195 View (845) 402-2195
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Wicile Joseph
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tarrytown, NY 10591
As a licensed psychotherapist, Wicile focuses on helping patients feel more at peace with their emotional experience and to figure out areas where they are blocked. Her treatment approach involves assisting patients in challenging and replacing irrational thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes to begin steps toward healing. Wicile has experience working with anxiety disorders, behavioral issues, trauma, adjustment disorders, and depression.
As a licensed psychotherapist, Wicile focuses on helping patients feel more at peace with their emotional experience and to figure out areas where they are blocked. Her treatment approach involves assisting patients in challenging and replacing irrational thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes to begin steps toward healing. Wicile has experience working with anxiety disorders, behavioral issues, trauma, adjustment disorders, and depression.
(914) 477-2385 View (914) 477-2385
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Melinda Zappone
Counselor, LMHC, CCTP2, LFYP
Verified Verified
Tarrytown, NY 10591
I have just completed Level 3 Training in Relational Life Therapy and advanced to Level 2 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) with membership in the International Association of Trauma Professionals. I have a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling am currently licensed as a Mental Health Counselor in New York (LMHC). I have completed LifeForce Yoga Practitioner Training, Somatic Experiencing certifications and several Trauma Informed Yoga/Care certifications. I have been dedicated to giving back and worked on community projects for 20+ years as well as developed a free resource company Everyone Needs You Always, ENYA.
I have just completed Level 3 Training in Relational Life Therapy and advanced to Level 2 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) with membership in the International Association of Trauma Professionals. I have a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling am currently licensed as a Mental Health Counselor in New York (LMHC). I have completed LifeForce Yoga Practitioner Training, Somatic Experiencing certifications and several Trauma Informed Yoga/Care certifications. I have been dedicated to giving back and worked on community projects for 20+ years as well as developed a free resource company Everyone Needs You Always, ENYA.
(845) 289-8413 View (845) 289-8413
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Elizabeth J Kolb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
I have been in practice since 1988 and have treated people living with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and religious issues, with survivors of sexual abuse, young people with issues related to school.
I believe that each person can live life to the fullest! Therapy can help a person remove those obstacles which prevent one from doing just that!
I have been in practice since 1988 and have treated people living with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and religious issues, with survivors of sexual abuse, young people with issues related to school.
I believe that each person can live life to the fullest! Therapy can help a person remove those obstacles which prevent one from doing just that!
(914) 425-5176 View (914) 425-5176
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Village Therapy Group, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
We incorporate a variety of therapeutic techniques including Mindfulness, CBT, DBT, trauma focused and brief symptom reduction therapy.
We are a caring group of highly qualified clinicians with extensive experience in a variety of specialities providing therapeutic services to adults, children, couples and families. We provide assessments and treatment for individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, family conflict, relationship issues, behavioral, learning, social, gender identity and substance abuse issues. Most of our therapists are in-network with insurance or we work with our clients and offer a sliding scale fee and utilize out of network benefits when possible. Visit our website for more information and to get started: Villagetherapygroup.com
We incorporate a variety of therapeutic techniques including Mindfulness, CBT, DBT, trauma focused and brief symptom reduction therapy.
We are a caring group of highly qualified clinicians with extensive experience in a variety of specialities providing therapeutic services to adults, children, couples and families. We provide assessments and treatment for individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, family conflict, relationship issues, behavioral, learning, social, gender identity and substance abuse issues. Most of our therapists are in-network with insurance or we work with our clients and offer a sliding scale fee and utilize out of network benefits when possible. Visit our website for more information and to get started: Villagetherapygroup.com
(914) 230-0583 View (914) 230-0583
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Charles K. Elin, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Tarrytown, NY 10591  (Online Only)
And what is the normal and expected behavior after a trauma or other mental insult? Is it always normal to be normal?.
When I worked in an inpatient psychiatric hospital, I made it a point to meet with patients before reading their chart. As a clinical supervisor of graduate-level social work students, I emphasized the importance of listening without the cloud of a diagnosis and repeated histories. Emotions need to be heard, whether in the form of fierce opinions or protective language. This can happen, in conversation, if the therapist is able to shed or expose known competing biases.
And what is the normal and expected behavior after a trauma or other mental insult? Is it always normal to be normal?.
When I worked in an inpatient psychiatric hospital, I made it a point to meet with patients before reading their chart. As a clinical supervisor of graduate-level social work students, I emphasized the importance of listening without the cloud of a diagnosis and repeated histories. Emotions need to be heard, whether in the form of fierce opinions or protective language. This can happen, in conversation, if the therapist is able to shed or expose known competing biases.
(845) 859-9029 View (845) 859-9029

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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.