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Venora Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75237  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Venora Johnson. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas, with 10 years of experience as a psychotherapist working with culturally diverse children, adolescents, and adults ranging from ages 6-70. Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel alone? Are you facing the challenges of overwhelming life circumstances, social/emotional issues, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, or loss? I will provide you with a comprehensive therapeutic evaluation and whatever you’re struggling with, I extend my professional support to assist you in elevating yourself along your journey.
Hello, my name is Venora Johnson. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas, with 10 years of experience as a psychotherapist working with culturally diverse children, adolescents, and adults ranging from ages 6-70. Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel alone? Are you facing the challenges of overwhelming life circumstances, social/emotional issues, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, or loss? I will provide you with a comprehensive therapeutic evaluation and whatever you’re struggling with, I extend my professional support to assist you in elevating yourself along your journey.
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A Brighter Destiny Family and Children Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75237  (Online Only)
A Brighter Destiny Family & Children Services, LLC has been committed to bringing support, hope and healing to those facing significant life challenges. Our methods have developed over the years, and with increasing resources, support and growing community awareness, we are able to change the lives of those facing social and emotional hardships for the better.Licensed Clincial Social Worker with over 12 years experience providing therapeutic services to children and families.
A Brighter Destiny Family & Children Services, LLC has been committed to bringing support, hope and healing to those facing significant life challenges. Our methods have developed over the years, and with increasing resources, support and growing community awareness, we are able to change the lives of those facing social and emotional hardships for the better.Licensed Clincial Social Worker with over 12 years experience providing therapeutic services to children and families.
(469) 532-5200 View (469) 532-5200

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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.