Trauma and PTSD Therapists in 84101

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Valerie Leavitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
We all deserve a space where we can feel free to be open, to show our vulnerabilities, and to work through the barriers that prevent us from feeling whole. I utilize my counseling skills and various modalities to create a safe environment for those suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and the challenges of life transitions. I help those with whom I work identify any habits, such as addictions to drugs, food, self-harm, or white noise, which may be interfering with their efforts to overcome suffering.
We all deserve a space where we can feel free to be open, to show our vulnerabilities, and to work through the barriers that prevent us from feeling whole. I utilize my counseling skills and various modalities to create a safe environment for those suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and the challenges of life transitions. I help those with whom I work identify any habits, such as addictions to drugs, food, self-harm, or white noise, which may be interfering with their efforts to overcome suffering.
(801) 515-3082 View (801) 515-3082
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Garrett Pollert
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a clinical psychologist specialized in treating eating disorders, binge eating, anxiety, depression, and trauma. All treatments are based on Cognitive Behavior Therapy principles and are structured individually to your needs. I provide an open, safe, non-judgmental space where we can collaboratively work to reduce your symptoms and improve your life. In treatment, we set individualized goals, create a treatment plan specific to your needs, and focus on the most effective and up-to-date treatment methods for the difficulties you've been experiencing.
I am a clinical psychologist specialized in treating eating disorders, binge eating, anxiety, depression, and trauma. All treatments are based on Cognitive Behavior Therapy principles and are structured individually to your needs. I provide an open, safe, non-judgmental space where we can collaboratively work to reduce your symptoms and improve your life. In treatment, we set individualized goals, create a treatment plan specific to your needs, and focus on the most effective and up-to-date treatment methods for the difficulties you've been experiencing.
(385) 469-3061 View (385) 469-3061
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Emily M. Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you want to feel empowered to create change in your life? Do you want to feel more connected to yourself, and others, experiencing each day as a chance to rise to the occasion of loving more, living better, and finding resilience when things don't go as planned? You are not alone! We all need help at times accessing our own voice, working through the ways we are stuck, and finding freedom by living our lives in integrity, and without apology. I work with dynamic and diverse individuals seeking change and hope in the midst of anxiety, depression, strained relationships, life transitions, trauma, loss and much more.
Do you want to feel empowered to create change in your life? Do you want to feel more connected to yourself, and others, experiencing each day as a chance to rise to the occasion of loving more, living better, and finding resilience when things don't go as planned? You are not alone! We all need help at times accessing our own voice, working through the ways we are stuck, and finding freedom by living our lives in integrity, and without apology. I work with dynamic and diverse individuals seeking change and hope in the midst of anxiety, depression, strained relationships, life transitions, trauma, loss and much more.
(385) 247-0211 View (385) 247-0211
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Jady Brooks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84101  (Online Only)
I specialize in trauma work, PTSD, grief and loss, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
I believe the emotions and experiences we face in life are complex and inform the development of a wholly wonderful human being. As a companion, guide, and witness to your lives, I am honored to be able to allow for the growth of compassion and the understanding of feelings, emotions, values and beliefs. Believe me, there is no greater joy than to help others in these ways, and I am honored to work with the individuals and families who seek to better experience this wondrous life.
I specialize in trauma work, PTSD, grief and loss, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
I believe the emotions and experiences we face in life are complex and inform the development of a wholly wonderful human being. As a companion, guide, and witness to your lives, I am honored to be able to allow for the growth of compassion and the understanding of feelings, emotions, values and beliefs. Believe me, there is no greater joy than to help others in these ways, and I am honored to work with the individuals and families who seek to better experience this wondrous life.
(385) 475-5445 View (385) 475-5445
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Dr. Ami Owen
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Dr. Ami Owen received her undergraduate degree in Social Science and a minor in Psychology. She received her Master’s in General Family Therapy with an advanced emphasis on families and trauma. Dr. Owen also received a Doctorate in Counseling and is a Clinically Certified Trauma Professional. She is licensed in UT, ID, WA, AZ, TX, FL, CA, and is a nationally approved supervisor through the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT). She takes delight in mentoring therapists on the complexities of family systems and consults with providers across the country to improve systems approaches.
Dr. Ami Owen received her undergraduate degree in Social Science and a minor in Psychology. She received her Master’s in General Family Therapy with an advanced emphasis on families and trauma. Dr. Owen also received a Doctorate in Counseling and is a Clinically Certified Trauma Professional. She is licensed in UT, ID, WA, AZ, TX, FL, CA, and is a nationally approved supervisor through the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT). She takes delight in mentoring therapists on the complexities of family systems and consults with providers across the country to improve systems approaches.
(385) 485-5601 View (385) 485-5601
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Dr. Staci Sandvik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Trauma is stored in your body; leaving your nervous system unexplored in resiliency to stay present with past traumas that need to be processed.
SEP Somatic Experiencing Practitioner helping clients who have tried traditional therapy, yet continue to suffer from unresolved normalized & developmental trauma, emotional distress, faith transition, codependency & attachment. I specialize in modernized therapeutic interventions using an integrated approach. I feel it is important to understand how the past impacts the present, allowing the subconscious presence for reprocessing. I believe that it is crucial to help clients learn to pay attention to thoughts, feelings, & physical sensations in the moment building an empowered resiliency needed to move beyond their distress.
Trauma is stored in your body; leaving your nervous system unexplored in resiliency to stay present with past traumas that need to be processed.
SEP Somatic Experiencing Practitioner helping clients who have tried traditional therapy, yet continue to suffer from unresolved normalized & developmental trauma, emotional distress, faith transition, codependency & attachment. I specialize in modernized therapeutic interventions using an integrated approach. I feel it is important to understand how the past impacts the present, allowing the subconscious presence for reprocessing. I believe that it is crucial to help clients learn to pay attention to thoughts, feelings, & physical sensations in the moment building an empowered resiliency needed to move beyond their distress.
(801) 876-5290 View (801) 876-5290
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Holistic Healing Counseling & Wellness Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84101  (Online Only)
My clients have included children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing a wide range of trauma, anxiety, depression, and low-self-esteem.
I enjoy working with clients from various backgrounds and age ranges! I enjoy cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, expressive art approaches, and mindfulness. Initially, I will schedule a 15-minute consultation with potential clients. I am interested in hearing about a client’s previous experience or inexperience working with a therapist. I will explain my process of therapy to potential clients, which is holistic with multifaceted, evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
My clients have included children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing a wide range of trauma, anxiety, depression, and low-self-esteem.
I enjoy working with clients from various backgrounds and age ranges! I enjoy cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, expressive art approaches, and mindfulness. Initially, I will schedule a 15-minute consultation with potential clients. I am interested in hearing about a client’s previous experience or inexperience working with a therapist. I will explain my process of therapy to potential clients, which is holistic with multifaceted, evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
(725) 234-4973 View (725) 234-4973
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Elizabeth C Ossip
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CAP, ICADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84101  (Online Only)
My holistic approach utilizes a blend of traditional, creative and experiential therapies, which address depression, anxiety, trauma, alcoholism, addictions, codependency, life transitions, and behavioral issues, as well as relationships, parenting, grief, career, and overall well-being.
I offer flexible, online sessions & a no-charge 15 min consultation. If you're struggling to find solutions to life's challenges I can help. My practice, grounded in years of diverse experience, can give you the support you need and telehealth offers the privacy and convenience of online sessions. I am licensed in FL, NY, IN, ID, and UT, a certified EMDR and Trauma-Focused CBT therapist, Addictions Professional, CFRC, and a TBHI Board Certified Telehealth Professional. My 35+ years with 12 Step, A Course in Miracles, and Breathwork practice brings a spiritual focus to my counseling. Contact me to begin your journey to a new life.
My holistic approach utilizes a blend of traditional, creative and experiential therapies, which address depression, anxiety, trauma, alcoholism, addictions, codependency, life transitions, and behavioral issues, as well as relationships, parenting, grief, career, and overall well-being.
I offer flexible, online sessions & a no-charge 15 min consultation. If you're struggling to find solutions to life's challenges I can help. My practice, grounded in years of diverse experience, can give you the support you need and telehealth offers the privacy and convenience of online sessions. I am licensed in FL, NY, IN, ID, and UT, a certified EMDR and Trauma-Focused CBT therapist, Addictions Professional, CFRC, and a TBHI Board Certified Telehealth Professional. My 35+ years with 12 Step, A Course in Miracles, and Breathwork practice brings a spiritual focus to my counseling. Contact me to begin your journey to a new life.
(561) 299-3441 View (561) 299-3441
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Dr. Carrie Hatch
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84101  (Online Only)
Trauma: I'm highly trained in treating trauma, PTSD, religious trauma, and various types of abuse.
If you're searching for an experienced therapist to help you overcome challenges and achieve a fulfilling life, look no further. As a passionate therapist, activist, and scholar specializing in repairing trauma and relational dysfunction, I offer specialized expertise in improving relationships, sex therapy, trauma therapy, and gender-affirming care. My trauma-informed approach focuses on exploring and understanding unmet attachment needs, which can often unconsciously sabotage our well-being. Contact me today to take the first step towards a happier, more fulfilling life. If you're struggling with:
Trauma: I'm highly trained in treating trauma, PTSD, religious trauma, and various types of abuse.
If you're searching for an experienced therapist to help you overcome challenges and achieve a fulfilling life, look no further. As a passionate therapist, activist, and scholar specializing in repairing trauma and relational dysfunction, I offer specialized expertise in improving relationships, sex therapy, trauma therapy, and gender-affirming care. My trauma-informed approach focuses on exploring and understanding unmet attachment needs, which can often unconsciously sabotage our well-being. Contact me today to take the first step towards a happier, more fulfilling life. If you're struggling with:
(913) 347-4919 View (913) 347-4919
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Rebecca Hoffman
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, CFLE-P
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hope is a powerful tool. Research has shown that progress and healing can be made when someone has it. Adversity, challenges, trauma, abuse, betrayal, abandonment, long-term illness, couple and family conflict, divorce, single-parenting, blending families, and grief can cause anyone to struggle. I have experienced these things and chose to further my education to know how to pay it forward to others seeking relief. Even the most extreme circumstances can be neutralized through therapy.
Hope is a powerful tool. Research has shown that progress and healing can be made when someone has it. Adversity, challenges, trauma, abuse, betrayal, abandonment, long-term illness, couple and family conflict, divorce, single-parenting, blending families, and grief can cause anyone to struggle. I have experienced these things and chose to further my education to know how to pay it forward to others seeking relief. Even the most extreme circumstances can be neutralized through therapy.
(385) 438-7295 View (385) 438-7295
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David Matheson
Counselor, MS, CMHC
Verified Verified
Lesbian and gay people are faced every day with difficult intersections between sexual diversity; trauma; religion, faith and spirituality; conflicting cultural and relational demands; and sometimes issues of race. Stress, hypervigilance, shame, anxiety, depression and mental confusion are to us like water is to the fish. But we have an amazing ability to heal, grow, and thrive when given the right support.
Lesbian and gay people are faced every day with difficult intersections between sexual diversity; trauma; religion, faith and spirituality; conflicting cultural and relational demands; and sometimes issues of race. Stress, hypervigilance, shame, anxiety, depression and mental confusion are to us like water is to the fish. But we have an amazing ability to heal, grow, and thrive when given the right support.
(385) 213-0231 View (385) 213-0231
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Monica J Starrett
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
My therapeutic approach is eclectic; I employ the use of EMDR and Brainspotting which are an adjunctive modality to talk therapy that addresses trauma.
"What you seek is seeking you..." (Rumi). I feel profoundly honored to journey with you as we work together to transform the painful aspects of your life into insights that will heal you. I believe we - all of us - have an innate desire to be seen, heard...and challenged! Whether its the traumatic experience of abuse and addiction, the challenges of LGBTQ life, or depression and overall anxiety your life is meaningful and you are wired to heal! I will be your witness and your guide as we walk together to discover hidden strengths.
My therapeutic approach is eclectic; I employ the use of EMDR and Brainspotting which are an adjunctive modality to talk therapy that addresses trauma.
"What you seek is seeking you..." (Rumi). I feel profoundly honored to journey with you as we work together to transform the painful aspects of your life into insights that will heal you. I believe we - all of us - have an innate desire to be seen, heard...and challenged! Whether its the traumatic experience of abuse and addiction, the challenges of LGBTQ life, or depression and overall anxiety your life is meaningful and you are wired to heal! I will be your witness and your guide as we walk together to discover hidden strengths.
(385) 417-6575 View (385) 417-6575
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Doug Benson
Psychologist, PsyD, DBT-LBC
Verified Verified
Research has shown that it works with substance misuse, eating disorder, depression, and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as well.
At Decision Tree Mental Health, PLLC, we want you to have an enjoyable life worth living. We try to accomplish this by providing empirically supported treatments for complicated emotional and behavioral issues. We provide a comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program, treatment for mood, anxiety, and other life difficulties. Our hope is to give you the tools you need to overcome what is getting in the way of the life you want to live.
Research has shown that it works with substance misuse, eating disorder, depression, and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as well.
At Decision Tree Mental Health, PLLC, we want you to have an enjoyable life worth living. We try to accomplish this by providing empirically supported treatments for complicated emotional and behavioral issues. We provide a comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program, treatment for mood, anxiety, and other life difficulties. Our hope is to give you the tools you need to overcome what is getting in the way of the life you want to live.
(801) 692-0763 View (801) 692-0763
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Gena Golden Psychotherapist Hypnotherapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, NBCFCH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84101  (Online Only)
My approach is seen through a cultural lens that validates and normalizes your lived experiences and humanity. I am here to be a conduit for your healing journey by recognizing the wear and tear societal pressures may inflict on your mind and body. My work centers Black & POC individuals, couples, and families who struggle to create harmonious relationships with themselves and others due to learned dysfunctional patterns and intergenerational trauma from systemic inequities (familial, cultural, and societal).
My approach is seen through a cultural lens that validates and normalizes your lived experiences and humanity. I am here to be a conduit for your healing journey by recognizing the wear and tear societal pressures may inflict on your mind and body. My work centers Black & POC individuals, couples, and families who struggle to create harmonious relationships with themselves and others due to learned dysfunctional patterns and intergenerational trauma from systemic inequities (familial, cultural, and societal).
(678) 679-7595 View (678) 679-7595
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Holistic Elements
Counselor, LCMHC, MP
Verified Verified
I am trained in the "Best-Practice" and "Evidence-Based" trauma modality, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing. I enjoy treating people with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders, Domestic Abuse, Panic, Phobia's and Mood Disorders. It is my goal to educate and equip all my clients with tools that will empower them to improve their mental health. I use traditional therapeutic techniques like :CBT, EMDR, Client-Centered, etc. but I also intertwine holistic approaches like: yoga, mineral oils, diet, exercise, meditation, etc. I look forward to meeting you and helping you through your path to peace, happiness and health.
I am trained in the "Best-Practice" and "Evidence-Based" trauma modality, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing. I enjoy treating people with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders, Domestic Abuse, Panic, Phobia's and Mood Disorders. It is my goal to educate and equip all my clients with tools that will empower them to improve their mental health. I use traditional therapeutic techniques like :CBT, EMDR, Client-Centered, etc. but I also intertwine holistic approaches like: yoga, mineral oils, diet, exercise, meditation, etc. I look forward to meeting you and helping you through your path to peace, happiness and health.
(801) 784-3047 View (801) 784-3047
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Brecka Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84101  (Online Only)
My lived experiences, professional diverse background, extensive training on trauma-informed care practice, and most importantly passion, propel me in supporting each of my clients and in meeting them where they are.
I have a passion for supporting individuals in living their life intentionally, purposefully and in a fulling manner. This includes looking into oneself and exploring, healing, and loving all parts. As a therapist, I aim to create a safe place for all individuals and am ready to meet clients where they are in their healing process. I work with clients to not only process difficulties in their past, but to also apply ones strength and resilience to current stressors. I am dedicated to supporting clients in navigating their experiences by creating a foundation of self-compassion and empowerment.
My lived experiences, professional diverse background, extensive training on trauma-informed care practice, and most importantly passion, propel me in supporting each of my clients and in meeting them where they are.
I have a passion for supporting individuals in living their life intentionally, purposefully and in a fulling manner. This includes looking into oneself and exploring, healing, and loving all parts. As a therapist, I aim to create a safe place for all individuals and am ready to meet clients where they are in their healing process. I work with clients to not only process difficulties in their past, but to also apply ones strength and resilience to current stressors. I am dedicated to supporting clients in navigating their experiences by creating a foundation of self-compassion and empowerment.
(385) 481-7966 View (385) 481-7966
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Alicia Eddy
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84101  (Online Only)
I am clinically trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Are you looking for a safe, nonjudgmental haven to explore what might be preventing you from living a fulfilling life? May it be depression, anxiety, stress, family/relationship issues, when life is unbalanced it can seem overwhelming. I will embrace your unique background and qualities to provide support and guidance through periods of stress, searching, or imbalance. I believe that forming a trusting relationship with each client is the foundation for personal growth. We will work as a team to help you reach your personal goals and to overcome any obstacles along the way.
I am clinically trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Are you looking for a safe, nonjudgmental haven to explore what might be preventing you from living a fulfilling life? May it be depression, anxiety, stress, family/relationship issues, when life is unbalanced it can seem overwhelming. I will embrace your unique background and qualities to provide support and guidance through periods of stress, searching, or imbalance. I believe that forming a trusting relationship with each client is the foundation for personal growth. We will work as a team to help you reach your personal goals and to overcome any obstacles along the way.
(206) 208-6736 View (206) 208-6736
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Hannah Cross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
I specialize in trauma-healing and psychedelic integration. My clinical work and training has been focused on assisting those with emotional, behavioral, and social concerns, many of which stem from a history of adverse experiences, reach a place where their actions and lives are led by True Self. I began providing therapy in a substance abuse treatment facility and am now the Clinical Director of a residential program for adults. I worked for a few years with incarcerated adolescents in a long-term secure facility. I now work with individuals of diverse ages, histories, and treatment goals. Note:
I specialize in trauma-healing and psychedelic integration. My clinical work and training has been focused on assisting those with emotional, behavioral, and social concerns, many of which stem from a history of adverse experiences, reach a place where their actions and lives are led by True Self. I began providing therapy in a substance abuse treatment facility and am now the Clinical Director of a residential program for adults. I worked for a few years with incarcerated adolescents in a long-term secure facility. I now work with individuals of diverse ages, histories, and treatment goals. Note:
(801) 923-6793 View (801) 923-6793
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Stefanie Strong
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LSUDC, LMFT
Verified Verified
I have spent my career working to help people heal from trauma, addiction, abuse, neglect, and associated familial issues.
Few things in life are as hard as asking for help. This is especially true if you aren't quite sure what to ask for or how to ask. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I believe that the problems we face are influenced not only by what is happening with us, but also within our relationships with others. Our connections and relationships are important to us and our individual mental and emotional health. So whether I am working with just one person, a couple, or a family, it is not about taking sides, villainizing, victimizing, or blaming. It is about healing, empowering, and recovery.
I have spent my career working to help people heal from trauma, addiction, abuse, neglect, and associated familial issues.
Few things in life are as hard as asking for help. This is especially true if you aren't quite sure what to ask for or how to ask. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I believe that the problems we face are influenced not only by what is happening with us, but also within our relationships with others. Our connections and relationships are important to us and our individual mental and emotional health. So whether I am working with just one person, a couple, or a family, it is not about taking sides, villainizing, victimizing, or blaming. It is about healing, empowering, and recovery.
(435) 244-2088 View (435) 244-2088
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Toni Marie Mazzaglia
Mental Health Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84101  (Online Only)
Greetings, I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor and parent coach with over twenty years of experience working with a variety of clients. I specialize in treating complex trauma, anxiety and depression, adoption and attachment issues and family systems issues. I have extensive experience with complex needs and diagnoses and am also trained in brief solution focused approaches, allowing me to support a range of clients. I believe in a holistic, mindfulness-based approach to building wellness and creating a safe space for people to identify needs and goals and work through the process in a guided and supported manner.
Greetings, I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor and parent coach with over twenty years of experience working with a variety of clients. I specialize in treating complex trauma, anxiety and depression, adoption and attachment issues and family systems issues. I have extensive experience with complex needs and diagnoses and am also trained in brief solution focused approaches, allowing me to support a range of clients. I believe in a holistic, mindfulness-based approach to building wellness and creating a safe space for people to identify needs and goals and work through the process in a guided and supported manner.
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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.