Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Redding, CA

My name is Katie Dunbar and I am a licensed psychologist here in Redding, CA. I am also able to see people from the entire state of California via Telehealth. I enjoy working with folks experiencing various presenting concerns including anxiety, depression, and trauma. Additionally, I have extensive training and experience working with people who have experienced perinatal loss, infertility, chronic illness, and postpartum mental health difficulties. Whether you're feeling stuck in your current patterns, wanting to process difficult experiences, or wanting more clarity understanding yourself I would love to help you.

Have you ever felt like the odd one out in a world that seems to march to a different beat? Perhaps you've been told you're a bit eccentric, a whirlwind of creativity and wit, yet at times, you've felt like a bull in a china shop, navigating life's delicate moments with a touch of unpredictability. Maybe whispers of ADHD or ADD have reached your ears, but the labels don't quite align with your unique journey through adulthood.

Life can be hard sometimes and we have all experienced struggles at one time or another. Having a safe place to explore life challenges and find new ways to manage emotions and behaviors is a vital step improving satisfaction with your life. Learning communication and coping skills can help individuals of all ages lead happier and more fulfilling lives. I can guide you or your child through managing trauma, anxiety and depression symptoms as well as behavioral, relationship and issues with life changes. As a 3 time surrogate, I am also available to provide assessments and support to all parties involved in assisted reproduction.

Life is full of changes, we can count on this! During these ever changing times and seasons in living, our lives can be thrown off balance! Counseling support provides a special ‘time out’ where you can identify your current needs and address current symptoms and issues in need of attention and change from a compassionate and caring therapist. During this season with on-going losses, as a Certified Grief Educator, integrating issues of loss and grief into your counseling session remains so important! We all grieve differently...having a safe-place to process your grief, to remember your loved one, is a special honor and privilege.

My passion is working with a wide range of people who are finding a way to live in their full potential and purpose. Life at times is painful, give me the opportunity to sit with you and help you find relief. I am experienced working with children, teenagers, couples, families, blended families, and parents. I feel a great sense of honor and privilege to work in the intimate parts of others lives in areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, and grief. In 2011 is when I started training as a therapist and have now been licensed as a marriage and family therapist since 2017.

Life sometimes brings difficulties, hurts, or trauma that can overwhelm us. I provide a warm, accepting, and gentle approach to helping people grow, heal, and hope again. I work with individuals to discover new ways of thinking, gain new perspectives, and learn skills to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma and emotional pain. Sometimes we need to be heard and believed. Other times we need direction, and relief from distress or anguish. There is good news! There is hope! You can get better; and I am here to walk with you through this journey of healing.

Everyone goes through periods of sadness, loss, anger, and adjustment to new situations. You are not alone in your struggles. Don’t allow anger, and resentment that grows from adversity to impair your ability to live your true life! Life can throw some curve balls and having the skills to maneuver these unpredictable situations is paramount in the healing process. Realizing you are not alone and finding a compassionate person to assist you through your struggle are the first steps. The next step is being present in therapy, willing to engage as we learn new skills to navigate this unpredictable world together. I will stand with you.

My speciality is in trauma and addiction! I'm a retired USAF Chaplain, have been a college professor for 20 years, am a writer and speaker, and have counseled over 10K people in my career. My wife and I have always worked with couples and families, conducted seminars and retreats, and have seen people transformed, redeemed, healed, and set free. I have a very diverse professional and academic background but again, my expertise is in trauma and addiction. If you'd like to know more about me, please read some free excerpts of my book, "The Passion Model", on Amazon.com.

If you are short on hope then I will have it for you. I will hold it until you can hold onto it yourself. Sometimes life itself can cause painful struggles. We all need someone who reminds us that healing does exist. I have had the great pleasure of working with many people who were suffering from really difficult circumstances. I have worked with all ages. I specialize in trauma and addiction treatment. Every one is unique so the therapeutic approach will be determined by you and I together. Therapy types and modalities are based on your goals for therapy. I would consider it a great honor to walk that journey with you.

It's hard to be stuck in unhealthy patterns and emotional blocks and it can be difficult to ask for help. Although there are many different reasons for seeking counseling, the common thread is the desire for change in your life. Whether it is a change in moods, situations, relationships, or unresolved loss, I believe in building a genuine therapeutic alliance with clients that models a successful relationship pattern. This includes a healthy relationship with yourself and is the basis for all other connections in your life.

Freedom and wellness is our birthright! Are you living the life you desire? We are relational beings. My work with clients is focused on gaining freedom from the past by processing trauma, working with relationship issues, suicide, grief, women's issues, couples, spirituality, affirming diversity and exceptional living. Work includes EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), Brainspotting, Neurofeedback, Sandplay, Art and traditional talk therapy,

Hello and welcome! I am glad you are here. You are a beautiful and powerful human being. I know things may seem confusing right now and you may not know how or where to start. It is okay to not have all the answers. You are here for a reason. You are meant for great things my friend. Are you ready to begin your journey to healing? I am an experienced and dedicated Associate Marriage & Family Therapist who is proficient in helping clients resolve conflicts, practice healthy behaviors, and overcome life’s hardships. I am a collaborative and strength-based therapist who believes everyone deserves a safe place to navigate their issues.

Are you ready to start treating your trauma and PTSD? Not sure where to start? I am here to help. If you struggle with sleeplessness, dreams of being back there, unable to get your brain to shut down and relax, feelings of shame, guilt, anger, and numbness.…you were not prepared for this. Having images pop into your head of that thing, those people, or that feeling. They may teach you how to do your job, but not how to deal with the fallout. You can be ok when you are with others who understand, but when you have to go home you may feel like you are alone or are not good enough for your family.

Telemed/Video appointments available. I work with individuals, adolescents, teens, groups, and couples. I specialize in helping people alleviate and prevent depression, anxiety, and trauma symptoms using specific, practical and scientifically proven psychotherapy techniques. My goal is to teach tools and techniques that empower clients to function more effectively and experience a healthier and more balanced state of being.

Hello and welcome! Has the best version of you become buried under disappointment, trauma or difficult circumstances? Is your relationship not working? Your life in transition? Or is it not what you had hoped? My immediate goal is for you to know that your life, your voice, your stories, and your future are important. Depending on your age, goals and style, we can use relational talk therapy, experiential activities or therapeutic trauma-reprocessing to discover and release what is holding you back from your best life.

We are naturally designed to heal on our own but sometimes we need help figuring out how. My practice includes partnering with individuals, couples, and young people to help identify how to read their own body through Sensorimotor, EMDR Psychotherapy along with other individualized modalities and techniques. I am experienced in working with individuals who struggle with dissociation, trauma recovery, addictions, anxiety, depression and other clinical issues.

My goal is to help you develop a life you find fulfilling and overcome the depression, anxiety, or past complex trauma. It’s important to me you feel heard, understood, and provide quality therapy services. I will walk alongside you to help you achieve your therapy goals and support your belief system. I’m dedicated to help you discover your best life. I work with adults 18 and over.

Do you feel like trauma has held you bound? Or feel isolated and can’t find your voice? Is life throwing too much at you all at once and you feel overwhelmed? These can manifest as anxiety, depression, reactivity, avoidance or blankness, and unhelpful patterns of thought and behavior. These symptoms can weigh anyone down and make life even more difficult. I want to come alongside you and help you gain the freedom and quality of life that you long for. If you are ready for a fresh start and are willing to take the next step to get there, I’d love to provide a safe place and individualized care for you to realize your freedom.

I'm Dr. Michelle Lefebvre. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and specialize in the treatment of children ranging from early school age to teens. I have extensive experience treating children suffering from anxiety, depression and trauma. I also support adult clients in achieving their goals and living lives consistent with their values. I support individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, unsatisfactory relationships and parenting struggles. Many families and individuals need support in overcoming difficulties. I invite you to reach out.