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Denisse (De) Herrera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Catonsville, MD 21228
Are you questioning your gender identity or sexual orientation? Do you crave a safe space to explore these aspects of yourself, free from judgment? As a non-binary, queer Latine therapist, I understand the unique challenges you face. I can guide you through navigating your identities within a cultural context, while also celebrating anyone who pushes boundaries and embraces their authentic self in love and sexuality. Whether you're facing a major life change, struggling with past trauma, or simply seeking a compassionate space to heal and grow, I'm here to support you on your journey of self-discovery and liberation.
Are you questioning your gender identity or sexual orientation? Do you crave a safe space to explore these aspects of yourself, free from judgment? As a non-binary, queer Latine therapist, I understand the unique challenges you face. I can guide you through navigating your identities within a cultural context, while also celebrating anyone who pushes boundaries and embraces their authentic self in love and sexuality. Whether you're facing a major life change, struggling with past trauma, or simply seeking a compassionate space to heal and grow, I'm here to support you on your journey of self-discovery and liberation.
(410) 453-8541 View (410) 453-8541
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Dr. Desirée N. Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, ACS
Verified Verified
Catonsville, MD 21228  (Online Only)
Intimacy Injuries are rampant and even normalized in today’s environment. Whether these emotional wounds show up in regards to your relationship with yourself, your significant others, or your family members; the opportunity to ameliorate those hurts is here! In my work as a Psychotherapist, I specialize in Sex, Intimacy, and Trauma as well as a Bariatric Specialist with self-identity before and after Weight Loss Surgery. If you also identify as Highly Sensitive or Introverted, let's have a chat about how to uncover how you may be hiding your greatness in plain sight!
Intimacy Injuries are rampant and even normalized in today’s environment. Whether these emotional wounds show up in regards to your relationship with yourself, your significant others, or your family members; the opportunity to ameliorate those hurts is here! In my work as a Psychotherapist, I specialize in Sex, Intimacy, and Trauma as well as a Bariatric Specialist with self-identity before and after Weight Loss Surgery. If you also identify as Highly Sensitive or Introverted, let's have a chat about how to uncover how you may be hiding your greatness in plain sight!
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Nini Gomes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Catonsville, MD 21228  (Online Only)
You'll be guided in a comfortable space practicing mindfulness, breathwork, somatics, and partswork, for healing and transforming trauma, emotions, anxiety, relationship challenges, and existential crisis.
Are you a young intuitive woman struggling to envision your future? Are you feeling anxious or stuck? Have you been hurt or traumatized? Feel like your full potential is unreachable? Or frustrated with life itself? Be still. Exhale. Seek deep within, for you have the power to change things! Are you ready to transform your life, by feeling fulfilled in life and your relationships? Are you ready to explore and journey into your own unique expression of self? Are you ready to tap into your magick and blessings? Become a new radiant you with my support and guidance! All of you is welcome.
You'll be guided in a comfortable space practicing mindfulness, breathwork, somatics, and partswork, for healing and transforming trauma, emotions, anxiety, relationship challenges, and existential crisis.
Are you a young intuitive woman struggling to envision your future? Are you feeling anxious or stuck? Have you been hurt or traumatized? Feel like your full potential is unreachable? Or frustrated with life itself? Be still. Exhale. Seek deep within, for you have the power to change things! Are you ready to transform your life, by feeling fulfilled in life and your relationships? Are you ready to explore and journey into your own unique expression of self? Are you ready to tap into your magick and blessings? Become a new radiant you with my support and guidance! All of you is welcome.
(443) 241-6635 View (443) 241-6635
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Alex Hind
Counselor, MA, LGPC
Verified Verified
Catonsville, MD 21228  (Online Only)
I specialize in anxiety, panic disorder, and depression, attachment based trauma and complex trauma, traumatic grief and loss, non-monogamy/poly/kink affirming, parenthood, and folks who are in recovery from substance use/addiction/codependency (12 step recovery affirming).
Accepting new clients starting May 20th 2024! I believe that all people have their own inherent wisdom and as a counselor, I aim to support clients to embody their truest, most authentic self. I use a non-pathologizing model to support you to identify and understand your individualized needs. I find that understanding, empathy, and collaboration, with a focus on grounding in the here and now develops self compassion and acceptance. Often when we are in pain we have trouble accessing those parts of ourselves. Healing and recovery can happen within a safe and compassionate relationship and I aim to provide that container with you.
I specialize in anxiety, panic disorder, and depression, attachment based trauma and complex trauma, traumatic grief and loss, non-monogamy/poly/kink affirming, parenthood, and folks who are in recovery from substance use/addiction/codependency (12 step recovery affirming).
Accepting new clients starting May 20th 2024! I believe that all people have their own inherent wisdom and as a counselor, I aim to support clients to embody their truest, most authentic self. I use a non-pathologizing model to support you to identify and understand your individualized needs. I find that understanding, empathy, and collaboration, with a focus on grounding in the here and now develops self compassion and acceptance. Often when we are in pain we have trouble accessing those parts of ourselves. Healing and recovery can happen within a safe and compassionate relationship and I aim to provide that container with you.
(443) 565-6039 View (443) 565-6039
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Samantha Piekarz (Morales)
Counselor, MS, LGPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Catonsville, MD 21228  (Online Only)
My approach is holistic and trauma-informed; so I believe in treatment that addresses spiritual, physical, mental, emotional, and social wellness.
I decided to become a therapist to help others like myself discover their story, improve connections, and rebuild their inner worlds. If you're looking for a therapist who is compassionate, nonjudgmental, and a little goofy... you've found her! I want my clients to feel heard, understood, and supported as they process their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. We will celebrate progressive, incremental wins together, but also hold space to learn from opportunities for growth.
My approach is holistic and trauma-informed; so I believe in treatment that addresses spiritual, physical, mental, emotional, and social wellness.
I decided to become a therapist to help others like myself discover their story, improve connections, and rebuild their inner worlds. If you're looking for a therapist who is compassionate, nonjudgmental, and a little goofy... you've found her! I want my clients to feel heard, understood, and supported as they process their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. We will celebrate progressive, incremental wins together, but also hold space to learn from opportunities for growth.
(410) 498-7365 View (410) 498-7365
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Annamarie Pemberton
Counselor, LCPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Catonsville, MD 21228
I specialize in developmental and complex trauma and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
It can be a powerful time for trauma work when starting a family of your own. Often my clients are young adults and new parents who are highly self critical to avoid being with messiness and what cannot be controlled. They use alcohol, substances, food, exercise, work/ busyness or caretaking to manage or stay away from feelings. Often they expect the worst and prepare to self protect and can be overly focused on the people around them. My clients share about anxiety or depression since childhood or have complicated family of origin dynamics.
I specialize in developmental and complex trauma and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
It can be a powerful time for trauma work when starting a family of your own. Often my clients are young adults and new parents who are highly self critical to avoid being with messiness and what cannot be controlled. They use alcohol, substances, food, exercise, work/ busyness or caretaking to manage or stay away from feelings. Often they expect the worst and prepare to self protect and can be overly focused on the people around them. My clients share about anxiety or depression since childhood or have complicated family of origin dynamics.
(410) 431-1148 View (410) 431-1148
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Kelly Streit
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Catonsville, MD 21228
Hi, I’m Kelly. I am an action-oriented trauma therapist that helps people feel the way they would like to feel. If your childhood was especially painful, you want to feel differently and you're ready for change, setting boundaries feels difficult and you feel overwhelmed by your day-to-day tasks, I am the therapist for you. I'm skilled in assisting adults who are experiencing challenges related to parenting guilt, anxiety, insomnia, grief, phobias, as well as have a special interest in PTSD, childhood trauma and working with veterans.
Hi, I’m Kelly. I am an action-oriented trauma therapist that helps people feel the way they would like to feel. If your childhood was especially painful, you want to feel differently and you're ready for change, setting boundaries feels difficult and you feel overwhelmed by your day-to-day tasks, I am the therapist for you. I'm skilled in assisting adults who are experiencing challenges related to parenting guilt, anxiety, insomnia, grief, phobias, as well as have a special interest in PTSD, childhood trauma and working with veterans.
(443) 494-2217 View (443) 494-2217
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Gardner McCullough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Catonsville, MD 21228
Accepting new patients! Take a step towards healing with a compassionate LCSW-C specializing in anxiety, trauma, and depression. Drawing from over a decade of experience, I understand the unique challenges you may face. I tailor an approach to support you the way that puts your needs first and foremost with a focus on helping you reach your goal. I integrate cognitive-behavioral models, including EMDR and CBT, with a patient-centered focus. My commitment is to guide you through challenges, fostering growth and resilience. Discover personalized therapy that empowers—where your unique healing journey takes center stage.
Accepting new patients! Take a step towards healing with a compassionate LCSW-C specializing in anxiety, trauma, and depression. Drawing from over a decade of experience, I understand the unique challenges you may face. I tailor an approach to support you the way that puts your needs first and foremost with a focus on helping you reach your goal. I integrate cognitive-behavioral models, including EMDR and CBT, with a patient-centered focus. My commitment is to guide you through challenges, fostering growth and resilience. Discover personalized therapy that empowers—where your unique healing journey takes center stage.
(410) 834-4858 View (410) 834-4858
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Stacey J Hellman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Catonsville, MD 21228
If you have tried traditional "talk therapy" in the past and are still stuck, I can help! If you're struggling with anxiety, PTSD, or trauma, I encourage you to try a different approach. Together we will dive deeper to get to the root cause rather than immediately trying to fix the problem. It's always more complex than it appears on the surface and this work takes time and effort. I offer more expressive and experiential modalities to help you make meaningful, lasting changes and take you beyond just talk therapy. I take a holistic and integrative approach and see you as a whole person and not just a person with "issues."
If you have tried traditional "talk therapy" in the past and are still stuck, I can help! If you're struggling with anxiety, PTSD, or trauma, I encourage you to try a different approach. Together we will dive deeper to get to the root cause rather than immediately trying to fix the problem. It's always more complex than it appears on the surface and this work takes time and effort. I offer more expressive and experiential modalities to help you make meaningful, lasting changes and take you beyond just talk therapy. I take a holistic and integrative approach and see you as a whole person and not just a person with "issues."
(443) 329-5564 View (443) 329-5564
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Julie A Stukey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Catonsville, MD 21228  (Online Only)
I am particularly skilled in helping adolescents and young adults work through challenging life transitions, life stressors, trauma, and sports performance concerns.
I aim to work supportively and collaboratively with my clients to create a warm, inviting atmosphere that allows us to work towards your goals together. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, oppositional defiant disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, school challenges, family conflict, life transitions, disordered eating, grief and loss, substance abuse, sports performance concerns, personality disorders, and severe mental illness.
I am particularly skilled in helping adolescents and young adults work through challenging life transitions, life stressors, trauma, and sports performance concerns.
I aim to work supportively and collaboratively with my clients to create a warm, inviting atmosphere that allows us to work towards your goals together. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, oppositional defiant disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, school challenges, family conflict, life transitions, disordered eating, grief and loss, substance abuse, sports performance concerns, personality disorders, and severe mental illness.
(443) 251-3992 View (443) 251-3992
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Becca @Patapsco Integrative Counseling
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Catonsville, MD 21228
Waitlist for new clients
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, or ADHD that affects your ability to function in your relationships, your work, and all the things you need to do to get through the daily grind? Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed, wondering if there's even a light at the end of the tunnel? Do you ever wonder if life really can get better? Many people are struggling with anxiety and depression. Others are trying to overcome childhood abuse and trauma, and still others are trying to overcome the shame and frustration of constantly struggling with accomplishing their day-to-day tasks. I believe that there is hope for a better life.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, or ADHD that affects your ability to function in your relationships, your work, and all the things you need to do to get through the daily grind? Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed, wondering if there's even a light at the end of the tunnel? Do you ever wonder if life really can get better? Many people are struggling with anxiety and depression. Others are trying to overcome childhood abuse and trauma, and still others are trying to overcome the shame and frustration of constantly struggling with accomplishing their day-to-day tasks. I believe that there is hope for a better life.
(443) 419-7037 View (443) 419-7037
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Alan Kutner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Catonsville, MD 21228  (Online Only)
I empower men to overcome anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and more through personalized, collaborative therapy, drawing on CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), mindfulness, and music therapies to help them find their unique path to healing and growth.
"The problem is not the problem. The problem is your attitude about the problem." Are you tired of pretending "everything's fine", when it's not? Real men embrace vulnerability, honesty & courage. It takes guts to ask for help & face struggles head-on. It takes strength to open up & true bravery to take action for lasting change. We often hit a wall in life & reach a turning point – a bridge we need to cross. Are you looking for a therapist who is real and genuine & can guide you across? As we embark on this transformative journey, I will be here to support you every step of the way, empowering you to unlock your true potential.
I empower men to overcome anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and more through personalized, collaborative therapy, drawing on CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), mindfulness, and music therapies to help them find their unique path to healing and growth.
"The problem is not the problem. The problem is your attitude about the problem." Are you tired of pretending "everything's fine", when it's not? Real men embrace vulnerability, honesty & courage. It takes guts to ask for help & face struggles head-on. It takes strength to open up & true bravery to take action for lasting change. We often hit a wall in life & reach a turning point – a bridge we need to cross. Are you looking for a therapist who is real and genuine & can guide you across? As we embark on this transformative journey, I will be here to support you every step of the way, empowering you to unlock your true potential.
(301) 273-1583 View (301) 273-1583
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Kelley Cohill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Catonsville, MD 21228
EMDR may be employed to resolve past trauma or blocks to change.
Change is possible by taking the first step. Perhaps you are feeling stuck, can’t seem to move forward. Maybe you’ve fallen into unhealthy habits that you can't shake. Despite your efforts, do you find that difficult emotions persist. Although life's ups and downs can feel daunting, I am here to provide compassionate support and practical tools to facilitate emotional well-being and personal growth.
EMDR may be employed to resolve past trauma or blocks to change.
Change is possible by taking the first step. Perhaps you are feeling stuck, can’t seem to move forward. Maybe you’ve fallen into unhealthy habits that you can't shake. Despite your efforts, do you find that difficult emotions persist. Although life's ups and downs can feel daunting, I am here to provide compassionate support and practical tools to facilitate emotional well-being and personal growth.
(410) 929-5860 View (410) 929-5860
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Karen J Helfrich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Catonsville, MD 21228  (Online Only)
Hey, there! Is your relationship with Mom more stressful than supportive? Do you wish she would prioritize your emotional needs, but she just can't? I help adult women+ break generational patterns of trauma and blaze a path of healing. I know the effects of having a wounded mother can affect our self-esteem, self-confidence, and mental health, including anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. We can work together to heal your wounded self and build a life of confidence and empowerment. If this sounds like what you're looking for, I'd love to connect and talk about how I can help you on your journey to creating a life you love!
Hey, there! Is your relationship with Mom more stressful than supportive? Do you wish she would prioritize your emotional needs, but she just can't? I help adult women+ break generational patterns of trauma and blaze a path of healing. I know the effects of having a wounded mother can affect our self-esteem, self-confidence, and mental health, including anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. We can work together to heal your wounded self and build a life of confidence and empowerment. If this sounds like what you're looking for, I'd love to connect and talk about how I can help you on your journey to creating a life you love!
(443) 412-8951 View (443) 412-8951
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Amanda Garratt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, EMDR
Verified Verified
Catonsville, MD 21228
Your anxiety just won’t go away! Every day you’re plagued with incessant what-ifs and worries about what others think. The constant striving for perfection is exhausting, as is that judgmental voice in your head that keeps telling you what you did wrong or how you’re not enough. You can’t remember the last time you had a full night’s sleep. You have tried everything, and nothing has helped. Your brain just won’t stop, and if someone tells you to “relax” one more time, you’ll lose it.
Your anxiety just won’t go away! Every day you’re plagued with incessant what-ifs and worries about what others think. The constant striving for perfection is exhausting, as is that judgmental voice in your head that keeps telling you what you did wrong or how you’re not enough. You can’t remember the last time you had a full night’s sleep. You have tried everything, and nothing has helped. Your brain just won’t stop, and if someone tells you to “relax” one more time, you’ll lose it.
(443) 903-2454 View (443) 903-2454
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Victoria Maranto
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Catonsville, MD 21228  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You are worthy of living on purpose. Allow yourself to arrive in this safe, come-as-you-are space as we co-create an experience of healing, growing, and thriving in holistic and experiential ways. We are all spiritual beings living a human experience. I am here to help you rediscover your sense of worthiness and empower you to embrace your strengths.
You are worthy of living on purpose. Allow yourself to arrive in this safe, come-as-you-are space as we co-create an experience of healing, growing, and thriving in holistic and experiential ways. We are all spiritual beings living a human experience. I am here to help you rediscover your sense of worthiness and empower you to embrace your strengths.
(443) 218-9855 View (443) 218-9855
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Tracy Pryce
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Catonsville, MD 21228
Therapy can be a revelatory process and can bring us back to who we are at our core. I'm a therapist specializing in womanhood– managing work and burnout; adjustment to motherhood; mid-life challenges including overwhelm and overdoing; and the mature woman navigating mind-body and relationship changes. I have expertise in healing from toxic families and relationships. I'm adept at working with you towards the best version of you, leaving behind what's no longer working and helping you build strategies for growth. Change is never easy, but it's doable with grace, humor, and the use of real tools that we'll develop together.
Therapy can be a revelatory process and can bring us back to who we are at our core. I'm a therapist specializing in womanhood– managing work and burnout; adjustment to motherhood; mid-life challenges including overwhelm and overdoing; and the mature woman navigating mind-body and relationship changes. I have expertise in healing from toxic families and relationships. I'm adept at working with you towards the best version of you, leaving behind what's no longer working and helping you build strategies for growth. Change is never easy, but it's doable with grace, humor, and the use of real tools that we'll develop together.
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Annette A. Laugel
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, LMT
Verified Verified
Catonsville, MD 21228
I am an Integrative psychotherapist who is able to support people who are struggling with depression and anxiety. I specialize in grief counseling, including suicide bereavement. My strengths as a counselor allow me to support people going through existential crises, major life transitions, as well as those who want to explore their spirituality. I have been a holistic health practitioner for over 41+ years, so I bring my understanding of the integration of the body, mind, and spirit to my counseling practice. I offer Energy Psychology techniques, Reiki, and Flower Essence therapy as adjunctive therapies to my counseling clients.
I am an Integrative psychotherapist who is able to support people who are struggling with depression and anxiety. I specialize in grief counseling, including suicide bereavement. My strengths as a counselor allow me to support people going through existential crises, major life transitions, as well as those who want to explore their spirituality. I have been a holistic health practitioner for over 41+ years, so I bring my understanding of the integration of the body, mind, and spirit to my counseling practice. I offer Energy Psychology techniques, Reiki, and Flower Essence therapy as adjunctive therapies to my counseling clients.
(443) 951-3155 View (443) 951-3155
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Keisha Lynne Broyles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Catonsville, MD 21228
Not accepting new clients
I bring a wealth of experience in working with vulnerable populations across various arenas of struggle. I utilize a humanistic and strengths-based approach that evokes the power within my clients to change and heal. I believe that every individual has the ability to become successful with the right combination of care. We are more resilient than we realize. We will turn your setbacks into comebacks! I am committed to work with you in the areas of trauma, grief and loss, communication and relationship difficulties, stress management, to name just a few common areas of need.
I bring a wealth of experience in working with vulnerable populations across various arenas of struggle. I utilize a humanistic and strengths-based approach that evokes the power within my clients to change and heal. I believe that every individual has the ability to become successful with the right combination of care. We are more resilient than we realize. We will turn your setbacks into comebacks! I am committed to work with you in the areas of trauma, grief and loss, communication and relationship difficulties, stress management, to name just a few common areas of need.
(301) 962-2856 View (301) 962-2856
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Melania O'Hatnick
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Catonsville, MD 21228
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed therapist specialized in trauma, weight loss and anxiety.
Do you feel you are not living your life at its full potential? Are you unsatisfied with the quality and direction of your life? Does self doubt, anxiety, sadness, anger or emotional eating interfere with your personal, professional or social life? Do you still feel the pain of past sexual or physical abuse, bullying, neglect, or feelings of being unloved? Do you cope by overeating? Has a military experience left you with unwanted intrusive thoughts and uncontrollable emotions? It is difficult to go through life with such overwhelming emotions, but there is hope and and I can help.
I am a licensed therapist specialized in trauma, weight loss and anxiety.
Do you feel you are not living your life at its full potential? Are you unsatisfied with the quality and direction of your life? Does self doubt, anxiety, sadness, anger or emotional eating interfere with your personal, professional or social life? Do you still feel the pain of past sexual or physical abuse, bullying, neglect, or feelings of being unloved? Do you cope by overeating? Has a military experience left you with unwanted intrusive thoughts and uncontrollable emotions? It is difficult to go through life with such overwhelming emotions, but there is hope and and I can help.
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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.