Trauma and PTSD Therapists in 77056

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Provenance Care Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker- Supervisor who specialized in trauma informed practices.
I am one of a HANDFUL of Filipina American therapists based in Houston, the fourth largest and most diverse city in the nation. I am trilingual in English and the Filipino dialects: Tagalog and Cebuano. I have a unique understanding of the bicultural/immigrant experience, being an immigrant myself. I believe everyone has an innate need to feel seen and valued. This is my goal in my practice: that the person sitting in front of me knows their value and provide a safe space to process the jagged edges of life. I want to ensure that the goals clients have in therapy are met and to empower them to face the other side of my office door.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker- Supervisor who specialized in trauma informed practices.
I am one of a HANDFUL of Filipina American therapists based in Houston, the fourth largest and most diverse city in the nation. I am trilingual in English and the Filipino dialects: Tagalog and Cebuano. I have a unique understanding of the bicultural/immigrant experience, being an immigrant myself. I believe everyone has an innate need to feel seen and valued. This is my goal in my practice: that the person sitting in front of me knows their value and provide a safe space to process the jagged edges of life. I want to ensure that the goals clients have in therapy are met and to empower them to face the other side of my office door.
(346) 639-3249 View (346) 639-3249
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Elizabeth Tramonte PC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT-S, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
My approach to counseling is a combination of the family systems, trauma-focused, narrative, collaborative and client-focused approaches, in which the client will take the lead during our conversations.
Welcome to my collaborative and multicultural clinic. I value a diversity of opinion, connections, and conversations. Whatever your life circumstances or cultural complexities, let me help you gain perspective and guide you to obtain new possibilities and solutions. You have taken the first step, now let me help you take the next. I am EMDR-trained, Licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and a family mediator with a background in conflict resolution and leadership research. If you seek a safe, trusting, and supportive environment, let me be your guide.
My approach to counseling is a combination of the family systems, trauma-focused, narrative, collaborative and client-focused approaches, in which the client will take the lead during our conversations.
Welcome to my collaborative and multicultural clinic. I value a diversity of opinion, connections, and conversations. Whatever your life circumstances or cultural complexities, let me help you gain perspective and guide you to obtain new possibilities and solutions. You have taken the first step, now let me help you take the next. I am EMDR-trained, Licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and a family mediator with a background in conflict resolution and leadership research. If you seek a safe, trusting, and supportive environment, let me be your guide.
(281) 724-3202 View (281) 724-3202
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Caitlan McQuay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
Life is hard. Sometimes life is harder than what we’re equipped for. When that happens, seeking help can be daunting, and finding a therapist who’s a good fit even harder. While I can’t magically make everything better or brighter, I will sit in and walk through the darkness with you until we make it to the light. I have experience working with individuals who are dealing with trauma, depression, self-harm, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and identity crisis. My areas of particular focus are sexual trauma, emotional abuse, suicidal ideation, self-harm, attachment issues, depression, PTSD, and those dark night-of-the-soul times.
Life is hard. Sometimes life is harder than what we’re equipped for. When that happens, seeking help can be daunting, and finding a therapist who’s a good fit even harder. While I can’t magically make everything better or brighter, I will sit in and walk through the darkness with you until we make it to the light. I have experience working with individuals who are dealing with trauma, depression, self-harm, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and identity crisis. My areas of particular focus are sexual trauma, emotional abuse, suicidal ideation, self-harm, attachment issues, depression, PTSD, and those dark night-of-the-soul times.
(832) 979-7344 View (832) 979-7344
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Dr. Esther Jimenez Ph. D.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC, BCST, EMDR
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77056
Help clients presenting with sexual, physical, and emotional trauma, neglect, abandonment, inner child wounds, grief, depression, anxiety, infidelity (affair recovery/betrayal), codependency, interfaith relationships, self-esteem issues, adult survivors of sexual trauma, communication problems, sexless marriages (fostering feelings of rejection, resentment, frustration, loneliness, and ultimately emotional disconnect/distancing), 'roommate syndrome.' I also work with those experiencing sexual issues that lead to performance anxiety, low desire, mismatch in physical/sexual intimacy between partners, ED, etc
Help clients presenting with sexual, physical, and emotional trauma, neglect, abandonment, inner child wounds, grief, depression, anxiety, infidelity (affair recovery/betrayal), codependency, interfaith relationships, self-esteem issues, adult survivors of sexual trauma, communication problems, sexless marriages (fostering feelings of rejection, resentment, frustration, loneliness, and ultimately emotional disconnect/distancing), 'roommate syndrome.' I also work with those experiencing sexual issues that lead to performance anxiety, low desire, mismatch in physical/sexual intimacy between partners, ED, etc
(346) 214-4189 View (346) 214-4189
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Jennifer Ekeoba
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MBA, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056  (Online Only)
In my practice I'm attuned to the issues that uniquely impact Black women such as anxiety, chronic stress, generational trauma, race-based stress, "Strong Black Woman" syndrome and perfectionism.
Is life "LIFING"? Feel like you are in an exhausting pattern of being misunderstood, overused, undervalued, and overwhelmed? Intrusive negative thoughts and limiting beliefs keeping you up at night? Fear of failure causes self-doubt or perfectionism? Ready to make a change but not sure where and how to start? I'm Jenn and at The SHIFT Mental Wellness, PLLC, I partner with Black women to transform a life narrative of frustration and dissatisfaction to one of confidence, stability and joy. At The SHIFT, you will learn how to rest and relax, reimagine and regain control of your life, and realize and rock as your dope, authentic self!
In my practice I'm attuned to the issues that uniquely impact Black women such as anxiety, chronic stress, generational trauma, race-based stress, "Strong Black Woman" syndrome and perfectionism.
Is life "LIFING"? Feel like you are in an exhausting pattern of being misunderstood, overused, undervalued, and overwhelmed? Intrusive negative thoughts and limiting beliefs keeping you up at night? Fear of failure causes self-doubt or perfectionism? Ready to make a change but not sure where and how to start? I'm Jenn and at The SHIFT Mental Wellness, PLLC, I partner with Black women to transform a life narrative of frustration and dissatisfaction to one of confidence, stability and joy. At The SHIFT, you will learn how to rest and relax, reimagine and regain control of your life, and realize and rock as your dope, authentic self!
(832) 422-4227 View (832) 422-4227
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LaKendria Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77056
I come across a great deal of people and their trauma.
I enjoy working with adults diagnosed with depression, anxiety and trauma who are willing to do the work and seek change.
I come across a great deal of people and their trauma.
I enjoy working with adults diagnosed with depression, anxiety and trauma who are willing to do the work and seek change.
(281) 990-4860 View (281) 990-4860
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Katie Ann Hueni
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
I can support and guide you on your therapy journey using somatic therapy, trauma-focused/EMDR therapy, narrative, family systems, and feminist approaches which can help if you're struggling with depression, anxiety, self-harm, grief, neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism, AuDHD), chemical dependency, abuse, religious trauma, body image, existential issues, and more.
Are you looking for an authentic connection with a therapist and appreciate an open, supportive dialogue? Are you searching for a therapist who will give feedback and explore with you rather than only offering a listening ear? Do you feel stuck, struggling to get through even one more day? Have you had trouble in the past connecting with therapists? If any of this sounds like you, then you are in the right place.
I can support and guide you on your therapy journey using somatic therapy, trauma-focused/EMDR therapy, narrative, family systems, and feminist approaches which can help if you're struggling with depression, anxiety, self-harm, grief, neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism, AuDHD), chemical dependency, abuse, religious trauma, body image, existential issues, and more.
Are you looking for an authentic connection with a therapist and appreciate an open, supportive dialogue? Are you searching for a therapist who will give feedback and explore with you rather than only offering a listening ear? Do you feel stuck, struggling to get through even one more day? Have you had trouble in the past connecting with therapists? If any of this sounds like you, then you are in the right place.
(832) 219-7828 View (832) 219-7828
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Golden Opportunity to Develop PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056  (Online Only)
I use a mind, body, soul transformation and incorporate culturally relevant, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive.
Alicia Hicks, LCSW-S helps you with cope with the transitions and troubles that leave you feeling uncertain, lonely and anxious in your everyday life. Whether you are a child or adult, my hope is for you to experience deliverance, peace of mind, and relief instead of letting your problems control you. Imagine having someone you can talk to outside your family or friends who will not only listen but is neutral and confidential. What a relief to get things off your chest, problem solve, or just level up in your personal and spiritual growth.
I use a mind, body, soul transformation and incorporate culturally relevant, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive.
Alicia Hicks, LCSW-S helps you with cope with the transitions and troubles that leave you feeling uncertain, lonely and anxious in your everyday life. Whether you are a child or adult, my hope is for you to experience deliverance, peace of mind, and relief instead of letting your problems control you. Imagine having someone you can talk to outside your family or friends who will not only listen but is neutral and confidential. What a relief to get things off your chest, problem solve, or just level up in your personal and spiritual growth.
(512) 599-9859 View (512) 599-9859
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Ashlie Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, SEP, CH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
I specialize in counseling clients that have experienced trauma, have intense emotional difficulties or relationship issues, feel overwhelmed with the demands of life, or feel they have tried everything and nothing seems to be working.
Are you trying your hardest to pull your life together, but the more you try, the more you feel lost, hopeless, and overwhelmed? It can seem like this merry-go-round of misery and frustration is never-ending, but a life of fulfillment and balance IS possible. You may not believe that right now, but I've seen it first-hand. And if you find a therapist you truly connect with and trust, you can actually begin to break apart what's been dragging you down so you can focus on what's most important to you in your life. Using CBT, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, & hypnotherapy, I can help you clear the way so the REAL you can shine through.
I specialize in counseling clients that have experienced trauma, have intense emotional difficulties or relationship issues, feel overwhelmed with the demands of life, or feel they have tried everything and nothing seems to be working.
Are you trying your hardest to pull your life together, but the more you try, the more you feel lost, hopeless, and overwhelmed? It can seem like this merry-go-round of misery and frustration is never-ending, but a life of fulfillment and balance IS possible. You may not believe that right now, but I've seen it first-hand. And if you find a therapist you truly connect with and trust, you can actually begin to break apart what's been dragging you down so you can focus on what's most important to you in your life. Using CBT, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, & hypnotherapy, I can help you clear the way so the REAL you can shine through.
(713) 766-5617 View (713) 766-5617
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Cole Kiker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing challenging and complicated emotional issues associated with depression, bipolar, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, or addiction? Do you need a space where you can be open and raw? Are you a first responder, overwhelmed parent, busy entrepreneur, or mental health professional? If any of this is true, you're in the right place. We all go through life with our own individual struggles and our own lived life experiences, and by default, we know ourselves better than anyone else. Utilizing my 13 years of experience, my goal is to guide you and help you succeed in managing the issues that life has put in your path.
Are you experiencing challenging and complicated emotional issues associated with depression, bipolar, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, or addiction? Do you need a space where you can be open and raw? Are you a first responder, overwhelmed parent, busy entrepreneur, or mental health professional? If any of this is true, you're in the right place. We all go through life with our own individual struggles and our own lived life experiences, and by default, we know ourselves better than anyone else. Utilizing my 13 years of experience, my goal is to guide you and help you succeed in managing the issues that life has put in your path.
(409) 204-7712 View (409) 204-7712
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Restoration House Texas
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, EdD, LCDC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77056
Our counselors specialize in Addiction and Recovery, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, and major life transitions.
At Restoration House Texas, our goal is to challenge and empower individuals in order to promote healing. Our therapists specialize in meeting people where they are and holistically allowing them to elevate to where they wish to be.
Our counselors specialize in Addiction and Recovery, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, and major life transitions.
At Restoration House Texas, our goal is to challenge and empower individuals in order to promote healing. Our therapists specialize in meeting people where they are and holistically allowing them to elevate to where they wish to be.
(254) 274-3575 View (254) 274-3575
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Kristen Ameli Matthews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056  (Online Only)
I also specialize in religious/spiritual trauma and those who are struggling with doubt and uncertainty around spirituality.
Do things seem overwhelming? Are you uncertain? Do you have doubts? Does your mind torment you? Are you confused or even scared? Suffering? If so, you have found the right person. Things CAN get better. I am here to help you regain a sense of control over your life, build coping skills, and assist you in making the changes you desire. I would be honored to journey with you, offering you a safe space to tell your story and sustained compassion along the way.
I also specialize in religious/spiritual trauma and those who are struggling with doubt and uncertainty around spirituality.
Do things seem overwhelming? Are you uncertain? Do you have doubts? Does your mind torment you? Are you confused or even scared? Suffering? If so, you have found the right person. Things CAN get better. I am here to help you regain a sense of control over your life, build coping skills, and assist you in making the changes you desire. I would be honored to journey with you, offering you a safe space to tell your story and sustained compassion along the way.
(346) 244-5995 View (346) 244-5995
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Cristy Gamez
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77056
I help people create the lives they want to live. I know it's easier said than done, but when we work together it is worth it and you are not alone on the journey. The pandemic has made many of us feel isolated and overwhelmed with navigating all the changes which ensued. Do you wish you had someone to discuss the transitions you are experiencing? Would you like to talk about trauma, depression, anxiety, sleep, or how to reach your goals? For years, I have helped people navigate these circumstances by moving past the pain and struggles they have to the life full of what is important to them.
I help people create the lives they want to live. I know it's easier said than done, but when we work together it is worth it and you are not alone on the journey. The pandemic has made many of us feel isolated and overwhelmed with navigating all the changes which ensued. Do you wish you had someone to discuss the transitions you are experiencing? Would you like to talk about trauma, depression, anxiety, sleep, or how to reach your goals? For years, I have helped people navigate these circumstances by moving past the pain and struggles they have to the life full of what is important to them.
(832) 621-3707 View (832) 621-3707
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Jennifer Castro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
Are you someone who has experienced significant trauma, mood disorders, or family-related challenges and is seeking a path to healing and transformation? You might have encountered adverse life experiences, which resulted in anxiety, depression, and strained relationships, leading to substance abuse and self-destructive behavior. My passion lies in supporting individuals and families who have experienced significant trauma, mood disorders, or family-related difficulties and are ready to embark on their path to recovery and growth.
Are you someone who has experienced significant trauma, mood disorders, or family-related challenges and is seeking a path to healing and transformation? You might have encountered adverse life experiences, which resulted in anxiety, depression, and strained relationships, leading to substance abuse and self-destructive behavior. My passion lies in supporting individuals and families who have experienced significant trauma, mood disorders, or family-related difficulties and are ready to embark on their path to recovery and growth.
(832) 702-8701 View (832) 702-8701
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Quantum Consulting Group LLC
EdD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77056
2023 is your game changer year! In this world, Black and Brown people experience trauma and oppression daily. This constant stress impacts the way you feel and causes anxiety or depression. You need support from someone who understands your cultural experiences. Now, you can have support from someone who appreciates your pain and suffering because they have had their own struggles to overcome. Well, you do not have to look any further. We would love to provide you the mental health support you need. Remember, we are providing services in Missouri, Illinois, Tennessee, and Texas. You belong here!
2023 is your game changer year! In this world, Black and Brown people experience trauma and oppression daily. This constant stress impacts the way you feel and causes anxiety or depression. You need support from someone who understands your cultural experiences. Now, you can have support from someone who appreciates your pain and suffering because they have had their own struggles to overcome. Well, you do not have to look any further. We would love to provide you the mental health support you need. Remember, we are providing services in Missouri, Illinois, Tennessee, and Texas. You belong here!
(314) 208-2320 View (314) 208-2320
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Ruth Saenz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056  (Online Only)
As we travel down our different paths, we may encounter trauma, grief, physical or emotional pain.
It is our unique life experiences that influence our perspective. Most of us confront our problems based on our life experiences. At PAZ Behavioral Health, PLLC, it is our belief that life is a tapestry and it is beautiful, even with its imperfections. Like a tapestry, our lives are woven differently, which makes us all unique.
As we travel down our different paths, we may encounter trauma, grief, physical or emotional pain.
It is our unique life experiences that influence our perspective. Most of us confront our problems based on our life experiences. At PAZ Behavioral Health, PLLC, it is our belief that life is a tapestry and it is beautiful, even with its imperfections. Like a tapestry, our lives are woven differently, which makes us all unique.
(512) 202-1121 View (512) 202-1121
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April-Autumn Y Jenkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77056
I work with teens, women & men seeking support in self esteem/discovery, reconnecting in partnerships/marriage, break-up/divorce recovery, PTSD, depression, anxiety, work-life balance, premarital/relationship building, and radical self love.
I'm April-Autumn of Sparks Innovations/establisHER: Counseling & Life Solutions. My work with women focuses on identity, self-actualization, the fulfillment of purpose and potential producing a solid foundation of self-love. My work with men focuses on holding a supportive space to examine the rigors of manhood, balancing societal expectations, creating clarity concerning stressors related to equity and inequality while devising strategies and solutions to navigating life's terrain more effectively. My work is grounded in establishing men and women mentally, emotionally, spiritually and communally to increase healthy relationships.
I work with teens, women & men seeking support in self esteem/discovery, reconnecting in partnerships/marriage, break-up/divorce recovery, PTSD, depression, anxiety, work-life balance, premarital/relationship building, and radical self love.
I'm April-Autumn of Sparks Innovations/establisHER: Counseling & Life Solutions. My work with women focuses on identity, self-actualization, the fulfillment of purpose and potential producing a solid foundation of self-love. My work with men focuses on holding a supportive space to examine the rigors of manhood, balancing societal expectations, creating clarity concerning stressors related to equity and inequality while devising strategies and solutions to navigating life's terrain more effectively. My work is grounded in establishing men and women mentally, emotionally, spiritually and communally to increase healthy relationships.
(984) 205-8810 View (984) 205-8810
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John Najera
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77056
Making changes in life can be difficult. Regaining your balance after the shock and impact of trauma, grief and loss can be overwhelming and feel as if nothing will get better. Relationships are important to you, yet sometimes bring on difficult feelings. Life after recovering from substance use can be challenging to navigate and can feel strange. You’ve taken the first step by reaching out. The good news is that you don't have to do it alone.
Making changes in life can be difficult. Regaining your balance after the shock and impact of trauma, grief and loss can be overwhelming and feel as if nothing will get better. Relationships are important to you, yet sometimes bring on difficult feelings. Life after recovering from substance use can be challenging to navigate and can feel strange. You’ve taken the first step by reaching out. The good news is that you don't have to do it alone.
(713) 528-8190 View (713) 528-8190
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Dr. Dewone Bennett
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor (LPC-S) and a certified Life Coach; I have extensive training and certifications as a Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (TF-CBT), EMDR, and Gottman Methods for couples.
Are you simply looking for someone to talk to who will give you honest, straightforward feedback without feeling judged? Look no further. I provide therapy to individuals, families, and groups, as well as workshops, education, parenting, mentoring, and consultation. I accept everyone regardless of race, sex, income, religion, or sexual orientation. If you commit to change, I am committed to helping you identify the skills necessary for the fundamental changes you desire. I will help you improve your communication problems, confidence, and assertiveness and build on your strengths to handle difficult times better.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor (LPC-S) and a certified Life Coach; I have extensive training and certifications as a Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (TF-CBT), EMDR, and Gottman Methods for couples.
Are you simply looking for someone to talk to who will give you honest, straightforward feedback without feeling judged? Look no further. I provide therapy to individuals, families, and groups, as well as workshops, education, parenting, mentoring, and consultation. I accept everyone regardless of race, sex, income, religion, or sexual orientation. If you commit to change, I am committed to helping you identify the skills necessary for the fundamental changes you desire. I will help you improve your communication problems, confidence, and assertiveness and build on your strengths to handle difficult times better.
(469) 607-5878 View (469) 607-5878
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Marty Schwebel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
The road to inner freedom begins with the decision to not walk alone. Inviting the right support helps you gain insights to reach your goals and destiny. You may be dealing with past trauma, depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem, or looking to find a life-partner, preparing for marriage, or seeking to enrich existing relationships. Whatever your path, I invite you to reach out and let me walk with you. Meet me at my office, or from the comfort of your home via video counseling.
The road to inner freedom begins with the decision to not walk alone. Inviting the right support helps you gain insights to reach your goals and destiny. You may be dealing with past trauma, depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem, or looking to find a life-partner, preparing for marriage, or seeking to enrich existing relationships. Whatever your path, I invite you to reach out and let me walk with you. Meet me at my office, or from the comfort of your home via video counseling.
(707) 832-4954 View (707) 832-4954
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.