Therapists in Indianapolis, IN
Teri Cardwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46240
I have worked with behavioral health (anxiety, substance use); mood disorders including depression, Bipolar, and dual diagnoses; trauma and PTSD; and personality disorders.
As a therapist, I am most excited to see clients motivated to explore their unknown strengths, widen their horizons, increase their abilities to make informed decisions and lead a life of meaning as they define it. Everyone I have worked with brings to therapy a foundation upon which to grow. Regardless of the problem, an enhanced sense of self is possible. Instilling hope of something better in life is one of my greatest motivations, and assisting others in achieving their goals drew me to this profession.
I have worked with behavioral health (anxiety, substance use); mood disorders including depression, Bipolar, and dual diagnoses; trauma and PTSD; and personality disorders.
As a therapist, I am most excited to see clients motivated to explore their unknown strengths, widen their horizons, increase their abilities to make informed decisions and lead a life of meaning as they define it. Everyone I have worked with brings to therapy a foundation upon which to grow. Regardless of the problem, an enhanced sense of self is possible. Instilling hope of something better in life is one of my greatest motivations, and assisting others in achieving their goals drew me to this profession.
Cali O'Connor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46205 (Online Only)
I'm so glad you're here. How can I help? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, dog mom, proud plant lady and crafting enthusiast with a specialty in treating trauma. Whether that be childhood trauma, "big-T trauma", or "little-t trauma", I provide a gentle, flexible and judgment-free approach. I'm committed to empowering and helping individuals navigate the ways that trauma shows up in daily life.
I'm so glad you're here. How can I help? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, dog mom, proud plant lady and crafting enthusiast with a specialty in treating trauma. Whether that be childhood trauma, "big-T trauma", or "little-t trauma", I provide a gentle, flexible and judgment-free approach. I'm committed to empowering and helping individuals navigate the ways that trauma shows up in daily life.
Julie Quigley
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPCC-S, ACS, LPSC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46240
I have already counseled my ideal client. I worked with a client who came to me in her most significant time of need. She was ready to put in work and wanted to develop. She was diagnosed with Bipolar I and had several suicide attempts. She could externalize her mania and use fitness and wellness to push through her episodes. She is happy and healthy and uses her experiences to help others. My services involve psychotherapy using techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing (MI), with a trauma-informed framework.
I have already counseled my ideal client. I worked with a client who came to me in her most significant time of need. She was ready to put in work and wanted to develop. She was diagnosed with Bipolar I and had several suicide attempts. She could externalize her mania and use fitness and wellness to push through her episodes. She is happy and healthy and uses her experiences to help others. My services involve psychotherapy using techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing (MI), with a trauma-informed framework.
Neva E Hagedorn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46205
My areas of specialty include depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and relationship problems.
Life can be hard can be so hard. Has stress, sadness, and worry been present for so long you can’t remember what good feels like? Does it seem like between Covid, politics, and life in general that it is hard to make it through the day sometimes? Has your sadness and anxiety escalated to feel almost unbearable? You are not alone. And help is present! My role with Lotus is to help you live your best life. Your values, lifestyle, and expectations are important to you and therefore important to our work together. Please join me on the path to healing, peace, and self-acceptance.
My areas of specialty include depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and relationship problems.
Life can be hard can be so hard. Has stress, sadness, and worry been present for so long you can’t remember what good feels like? Does it seem like between Covid, politics, and life in general that it is hard to make it through the day sometimes? Has your sadness and anxiety escalated to feel almost unbearable? You are not alone. And help is present! My role with Lotus is to help you live your best life. Your values, lifestyle, and expectations are important to you and therefore important to our work together. Please join me on the path to healing, peace, and self-acceptance.
Teri Wilder
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46240
A client who desires to accept partnership and engage in being open to change is the most ideal client. I prefer to work with adults and older adolescents struggling with addictions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and trauma. I have a vast amount of experience working in the field of trauma. Due to my experience working in community mental health, I also work well with those with intense mental health and substance abuse treatment needs. I have worked both inpatient and outpatient experiences, resulting in my flexibility to help stabilize in a crisis and to work with individuals at any level.
A client who desires to accept partnership and engage in being open to change is the most ideal client. I prefer to work with adults and older adolescents struggling with addictions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and trauma. I have a vast amount of experience working in the field of trauma. Due to my experience working in community mental health, I also work well with those with intense mental health and substance abuse treatment needs. I have worked both inpatient and outpatient experiences, resulting in my flexibility to help stabilize in a crisis and to work with individuals at any level.
Melodie Martini
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46240
I am looking for a client who is motivated to make changes, may be struggling with depression or anxiety, or may even have some trauma that needs to be addressed. The ideal client would be ready to take the needed steps to make progress.
I am looking for a client who is motivated to make changes, may be struggling with depression or anxiety, or may even have some trauma that needs to be addressed. The ideal client would be ready to take the needed steps to make progress.
Terri L Moore
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46201
The first step is always the hardest, but also the most rewarding. Choosing to reach out for help is the first step to new beginnings and opens up opportunities to grow, heal, and live life to the fullest. Once you take that first step change truly begins. My passion is to help people make that first step of healing from past trauma, life’s hardships, grief, and sorrow. I am here to help guide you through your journey by offering support in a non-judgmental environment while providing a client-centered and solution focused therapy.
The first step is always the hardest, but also the most rewarding. Choosing to reach out for help is the first step to new beginnings and opens up opportunities to grow, heal, and live life to the fullest. Once you take that first step change truly begins. My passion is to help people make that first step of healing from past trauma, life’s hardships, grief, and sorrow. I am here to help guide you through your journey by offering support in a non-judgmental environment while providing a client-centered and solution focused therapy.
Teri Wilder
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46236
I prefer to work with adults and older adolescents struggling with addictions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and trauma. I have a vast amount of experience working in the field of trauma. Due to my experience working in community mental health, I also work well with those with intense mental health and substance abuse treatment needs. I have worked both inpatient and outpatient experiences, resulting in my flexibility to help stabilize in a crisis and to work with individuals at any level. A client who desires to accept partnership and engage in being open to change is the most ideal client.
I prefer to work with adults and older adolescents struggling with addictions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and trauma. I have a vast amount of experience working in the field of trauma. Due to my experience working in community mental health, I also work well with those with intense mental health and substance abuse treatment needs. I have worked both inpatient and outpatient experiences, resulting in my flexibility to help stabilize in a crisis and to work with individuals at any level. A client who desires to accept partnership and engage in being open to change is the most ideal client.
Teri Cardwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46236
I have worked with behavioral health (anxiety, substance use); mood disorders including depression, Bipolar, and dual diagnoses; trauma and PTSD; and personality disorders.
As a therapist, I am most excited to see clients motivated to explore their unknown strengths, widen their horizons, increase their abilities to make informed decisions and lead a life of meaning as they define it. Everyone I have worked with brings to therapy a foundation upon which to grow. Regardless of the problem, an enhanced sense of self is possible. Instilling hope of something better in life is one of my greatest motivations, and assisting others in achieving their goals drew me to this profession.
I have worked with behavioral health (anxiety, substance use); mood disorders including depression, Bipolar, and dual diagnoses; trauma and PTSD; and personality disorders.
As a therapist, I am most excited to see clients motivated to explore their unknown strengths, widen their horizons, increase their abilities to make informed decisions and lead a life of meaning as they define it. Everyone I have worked with brings to therapy a foundation upon which to grow. Regardless of the problem, an enhanced sense of self is possible. Instilling hope of something better in life is one of my greatest motivations, and assisting others in achieving their goals drew me to this profession.
Serene Care Solution Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46204 (Online Only)
Specialties include combating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and many more.
Therapy starts from within. Here at Serene Care Solution Services, we apply various treatment modalities to best meet the needs & goals of our clients. As mental health professionals, we give our clients the tools to apply healthy interventions & coping skills. We love what we do, and it shows in our unbiased approach. We welcome the opportunity to work with new clients and assist them on their journey of healing. We provide a warm environment where everyone can feel at ease, accepted, understood, and heard.
Specialties include combating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and many more.
Therapy starts from within. Here at Serene Care Solution Services, we apply various treatment modalities to best meet the needs & goals of our clients. As mental health professionals, we give our clients the tools to apply healthy interventions & coping skills. We love what we do, and it shows in our unbiased approach. We welcome the opportunity to work with new clients and assist them on their journey of healing. We provide a warm environment where everyone can feel at ease, accepted, understood, and heard.
Rebecca Austin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46240
I embrace a strengths-based orientation in my clinical work, creating a safe, trauma-informed, and welcoming environment for all clients.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
I embrace a strengths-based orientation in my clinical work, creating a safe, trauma-informed, and welcoming environment for all clients.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
David M Kolker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, JD
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46278 (Online Only)
We deal with trauma, abuse, abandonment and other issues; 4.
I'm so happy that you reached out for help. I am David Kolker, a licensed therapist. You can read more about my background, education, experience, and therapy approach by clicking on qualifications on this page. Rest assured that I am atypical and truly seek to work with you from an authentic perspective. My goal is to work "with" you and get to know you as we seek solutions to issues
We deal with trauma, abuse, abandonment and other issues; 4.
I'm so happy that you reached out for help. I am David Kolker, a licensed therapist. You can read more about my background, education, experience, and therapy approach by clicking on qualifications on this page. Rest assured that I am atypical and truly seek to work with you from an authentic perspective. My goal is to work "with" you and get to know you as we seek solutions to issues
Dr. Brittney Jones
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46225 (Online Only)
Anxiety and trauma are the wound.
I'm a Harvard and Stanford-trained psychologist who helps people with anxiety stop pushing through stress and burnout and live more. Are you so good at pushing through problems that no one notices how much you're struggling? If nothing changed, life would be just plain overwhelming...feeling lost and trapped... and suffocated. It’s miserable feeling like anxiety is taking over, interfering with relationships, work, and feeling just burned out. Enough is enough! If you’re here, you can likely relate. We'll work together to create a life you don't dread.
Anxiety and trauma are the wound.
I'm a Harvard and Stanford-trained psychologist who helps people with anxiety stop pushing through stress and burnout and live more. Are you so good at pushing through problems that no one notices how much you're struggling? If nothing changed, life would be just plain overwhelming...feeling lost and trapped... and suffocated. It’s miserable feeling like anxiety is taking over, interfering with relationships, work, and feeling just burned out. Enough is enough! If you’re here, you can likely relate. We'll work together to create a life you don't dread.
Emily Foister
Counselor, LMHC, CISM, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46204 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with extensive experience working with an array of Substance Use Disorders, Trauma Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Trauma and Mood Disorders.
Navigating through the journey of life we inevitably run into hindrances that challenge our momentum. Change is hard and can often be a sudden and unpredictable, leaving us without the proper tools to cope with these changes. We have to learn to acclimate to our surroundings. Whether it's a traumatic response, addiction, grief and loss, anxiety, loss of confidence, feeling lost and overwhelmed, feelings of depression or stagnation, there's hope. It takes courage to look into a mirror and see whose looking back, it takes strength to want to make a change and hope to inspire change.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with extensive experience working with an array of Substance Use Disorders, Trauma Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Trauma and Mood Disorders.
Navigating through the journey of life we inevitably run into hindrances that challenge our momentum. Change is hard and can often be a sudden and unpredictable, leaving us without the proper tools to cope with these changes. We have to learn to acclimate to our surroundings. Whether it's a traumatic response, addiction, grief and loss, anxiety, loss of confidence, feeling lost and overwhelmed, feelings of depression or stagnation, there's hope. It takes courage to look into a mirror and see whose looking back, it takes strength to want to make a change and hope to inspire change.
Jolynn Ness
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46240
My ideal client would struggle with diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, or mood-related issues. This client would be self-motivated and have identified goals that are being held back or complicated by their mental health issues. The client would be able to identify areas that are strengths and weaknesses for themselves and would be willing to put forth the effort that is growth and change. Also, this client would be open to new and different suggestions for coping strategies or ways of thinking about difficulties they may experience in order to learn and grow.
My ideal client would struggle with diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, or mood-related issues. This client would be self-motivated and have identified goals that are being held back or complicated by their mental health issues. The client would be able to identify areas that are strengths and weaknesses for themselves and would be willing to put forth the effort that is growth and change. Also, this client would be open to new and different suggestions for coping strategies or ways of thinking about difficulties they may experience in order to learn and grow.
Brittany Sperka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46240
I appreciate someone with an open heart and a willingness to explore their inner self. I value individuals who are ready to engage and connect in meaningful conversations. I know it can be hard to take the first step for help, and look for someone who is committed to their own growth and willing to collaborate in their goals. Trust, honesty, and a desire to change create a supportive connecting environment where healing and transformation can take place.
I appreciate someone with an open heart and a willingness to explore their inner self. I value individuals who are ready to engage and connect in meaningful conversations. I know it can be hard to take the first step for help, and look for someone who is committed to their own growth and willing to collaborate in their goals. Trust, honesty, and a desire to change create a supportive connecting environment where healing and transformation can take place.
George Vesper
Counselor, LMHC, LAC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46260
George, a graduate from Indiana University, has been a therapist for 14 years. His warm, accepting, creative, insightful and recovery focused therapy style encourages developing self-acceptance, the confidence for positive change and what's preventing that from happening. With a holistic perspective, he feels comfortable incorporating spirituality in treatment upon request with a primary Christian perspective, but will work with all beliefs.
George, a graduate from Indiana University, has been a therapist for 14 years. His warm, accepting, creative, insightful and recovery focused therapy style encourages developing self-acceptance, the confidence for positive change and what's preventing that from happening. With a holistic perspective, he feels comfortable incorporating spirituality in treatment upon request with a primary Christian perspective, but will work with all beliefs.
Jolynn Ness
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46236
My ideal client would struggle with diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, or mood-related issues. This client would be self-motivated and have identified goals that are being held back or complicated by their mental health issues. The client would be able to identify areas that are strengths and weaknesses for themselves and would be willing to put forth the effort that is growth and change. Also, this client would be open to new and different suggestions for coping strategies or ways of thinking about difficulties they may experience in order to learn and grow.
My ideal client would struggle with diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, or mood-related issues. This client would be self-motivated and have identified goals that are being held back or complicated by their mental health issues. The client would be able to identify areas that are strengths and weaknesses for themselves and would be willing to put forth the effort that is growth and change. Also, this client would be open to new and different suggestions for coping strategies or ways of thinking about difficulties they may experience in order to learn and grow.
Brittany Sperka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46236
I appreciate someone with an open heart and a willingness to explore their inner self. I value individuals who are ready to engage and connect in meaningful conversations. I know it can be hard to take the first step for help, and look for someone who is committed to their own growth and willing to collaborate in their goals. Trust, honesty, and a desire to change create a supportive connecting environment where healing and transformation can take place.
I appreciate someone with an open heart and a willingness to explore their inner self. I value individuals who are ready to engage and connect in meaningful conversations. I know it can be hard to take the first step for help, and look for someone who is committed to their own growth and willing to collaborate in their goals. Trust, honesty, and a desire to change create a supportive connecting environment where healing and transformation can take place.
Adrianna Crouch
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46204 (Online Only)
As a practicing therapist and former client, I understand how difficult it can be to move forward when you feel stuck or struggling against what seems impossible to recover from or manage. I firmly believe that each of us has the ability to meet and even surpass our expectations of what is possible for us to overcome, regardless of how dire the circumstances may seem. You are the expert on your own life and my role is to help you become a more confident expert. As a result, I work best with clients who are prepared to be active and committed to therapy in order to be more successful in their everyday lives.
As a practicing therapist and former client, I understand how difficult it can be to move forward when you feel stuck or struggling against what seems impossible to recover from or manage. I firmly believe that each of us has the ability to meet and even surpass our expectations of what is possible for us to overcome, regardless of how dire the circumstances may seem. You are the expert on your own life and my role is to help you become a more confident expert. As a result, I work best with clients who are prepared to be active and committed to therapy in order to be more successful in their everyday lives.
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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.