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Destined Horizons, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11234
Through modalities such as Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Impact Therapy, Trauma Focused and Behavioral Therapy, EMDR we have been able to bring awareness to dark places one session at a time.
I am the founder of Destined Horizons, PLLC. We are a private practice of dedicated therapists. In a society where "everyday" life stressors and even trauma have become the norm we have always believed that there is a new horizon of awareness that awaits. With over 20 years of combined experience working with individuals and families, we have promoted change through providing therapy to a variety of clients. Our experiences range from individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, and couple therapy. We currently serve the states of New York, Georgia and Maryland.
Through modalities such as Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Impact Therapy, Trauma Focused and Behavioral Therapy, EMDR we have been able to bring awareness to dark places one session at a time.
I am the founder of Destined Horizons, PLLC. We are a private practice of dedicated therapists. In a society where "everyday" life stressors and even trauma have become the norm we have always believed that there is a new horizon of awareness that awaits. With over 20 years of combined experience working with individuals and families, we have promoted change through providing therapy to a variety of clients. Our experiences range from individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, and couple therapy. We currently serve the states of New York, Georgia and Maryland.
(855) 428-2190 View (855) 428-2190
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Molly Miskiewicz
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, SIFI
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11228  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Asking for help is an act of courage; it is one of the bravest things you can do. As an eclectic therapist, Molly primarily draws from psychodynamic, relational, cognitive behavioral, and humanistic theory to provide an inclusive, affirming, trauma-sensitive space for individuals to engage in healing and self-exploration. Molly has experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings with adults battling challenges including PTSD/complex trauma, domestic/intimate partner violence, mood disorders, LGBTQIA+ issues, personality disorders, and perinatal mental health.
Asking for help is an act of courage; it is one of the bravest things you can do. As an eclectic therapist, Molly primarily draws from psychodynamic, relational, cognitive behavioral, and humanistic theory to provide an inclusive, affirming, trauma-sensitive space for individuals to engage in healing and self-exploration. Molly has experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings with adults battling challenges including PTSD/complex trauma, domestic/intimate partner violence, mood disorders, LGBTQIA+ issues, personality disorders, and perinatal mental health.
(347) 933-6478 View (347) 933-6478
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Chandler French
Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
I work with high-functioning children and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self-harm, OCD, and social anxiety. I have specialized training in dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and expressive art therapy to effectively regulate emotions, reduce problematic behavior, and enhance interpersonal effectiveness skills. I provide time-limited, goal-directed treatment to help you work through their challenges and learn to become your own therapists. Clients often see a reduction of symptoms early on in treatment.
I work with high-functioning children and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self-harm, OCD, and social anxiety. I have specialized training in dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and expressive art therapy to effectively regulate emotions, reduce problematic behavior, and enhance interpersonal effectiveness skills. I provide time-limited, goal-directed treatment to help you work through their challenges and learn to become your own therapists. Clients often see a reduction of symptoms early on in treatment.
(646) 956-2883 View (646) 956-2883
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Evan Slavit (Instant Insurance Verification)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11249
Evan is a trained Trauma & Somatic Psychotherapist and specializes in the integration of Psychedelics, clinical Shadow work and Complex Trauma.
Evan is a Licensed Integral Psychotherapist at Feya Health where he practices an integrative psychotherapeutic approach with his clients. As part of his practice, he incorporates a strong clinical approach with Ketamine-assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). Evan comes from a background in a Master’s in Social Work at New York University with a focus on trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, anti-racist practice. To schedule a free consult with Evan please call Feya Health at 833-903-3392.
Evan is a trained Trauma & Somatic Psychotherapist and specializes in the integration of Psychedelics, clinical Shadow work and Complex Trauma.
Evan is a Licensed Integral Psychotherapist at Feya Health where he practices an integrative psychotherapeutic approach with his clients. As part of his practice, he incorporates a strong clinical approach with Ketamine-assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). Evan comes from a background in a Master’s in Social Work at New York University with a focus on trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, anti-racist practice. To schedule a free consult with Evan please call Feya Health at 833-903-3392.
(332) 249-8438 View (332) 249-8438
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Maggie Price
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11249
Integral Feya Psychotherapist, Psychedelic Assisted Therapist & Complex Trauma Specialist. Maggie is a Licensed Integral Psychotherapist at Feya Health where she practices an integrative psychotherapeutic approach with her clients. As part of her practice, she incorporates a strong clinical approach with Ketamine & Oxytocin Assisted Psychotherapy. Maggie received a Masters in Social Work at Columbia University with an emphasis on trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, anti-racist practice.
Integral Feya Psychotherapist, Psychedelic Assisted Therapist & Complex Trauma Specialist. Maggie is a Licensed Integral Psychotherapist at Feya Health where she practices an integrative psychotherapeutic approach with her clients. As part of her practice, she incorporates a strong clinical approach with Ketamine & Oxytocin Assisted Psychotherapy. Maggie received a Masters in Social Work at Columbia University with an emphasis on trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, anti-racist practice.
(929) 205-3794 View (929) 205-3794
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Chandler French
Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
I work with high-functioning children and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self-harm, OCD, and social anxiety. I have specialized training in dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and expressive art therapy to effectively regulate emotions, reduce problematic behavior, and enhance interpersonal effectiveness skills. I provide time-limited, goal-directed treatment to help you work through their challenges and learn to become your own therapists. Clients often see a reduction of symptoms early on in treatment.
I work with high-functioning children and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self-harm, OCD, and social anxiety. I have specialized training in dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and expressive art therapy to effectively regulate emotions, reduce problematic behavior, and enhance interpersonal effectiveness skills. I provide time-limited, goal-directed treatment to help you work through their challenges and learn to become your own therapists. Clients often see a reduction of symptoms early on in treatment.
(646) 437-8535 View (646) 437-8535
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Dr. Rashanda Allen
PhD, Psycho, Therapy, Counsel
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11238
My areas of expertise include treating: Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD, Depression, Disruptive Behaviors, Mood Disorders, OCD, ODD, Adjustment Disorders, and other MH concerns that interfere with daily functioning.
I am a NYS clinical psychologist specializing in providing therapy to Adults, Children, and Families. I have 20+ years experience providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to clients across the lifespan. I also provide PTSD, trauma, career, marriage, and addiction counselling with cultural sensitive approaches that provide help to individuals who may feel lost or hopeless during this pandemic. Wether in my office, or teletherapy my approaches reflect my commitment to clients well-being. I believe in providing a safe space where clients can explore their emotions freely.
My areas of expertise include treating: Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD, Depression, Disruptive Behaviors, Mood Disorders, OCD, ODD, Adjustment Disorders, and other MH concerns that interfere with daily functioning.
I am a NYS clinical psychologist specializing in providing therapy to Adults, Children, and Families. I have 20+ years experience providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to clients across the lifespan. I also provide PTSD, trauma, career, marriage, and addiction counselling with cultural sensitive approaches that provide help to individuals who may feel lost or hopeless during this pandemic. Wether in my office, or teletherapy my approaches reflect my commitment to clients well-being. I believe in providing a safe space where clients can explore their emotions freely.
(347) 571-9213 View (347) 571-9213
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Sarah Kaufman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11242  (Online Only)
I work from a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive perspective, recognizing the impact of systemic, interpersonal, and transgenerational traumas and striving to embody anti-racism, anti-ableism, and anti-discrimination.
Welcome! Whether you have experience going to therapy or are just getting started, you deserve to live with joy and presence. You deserve to feel understood, heard, and held in a space free of judgment. Together, we will define what living a full, authentic life means to you and uncover ways to get there, understanding your sources of discomfort and pain and celebrating your resilience and strengths.
I work from a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive perspective, recognizing the impact of systemic, interpersonal, and transgenerational traumas and striving to embody anti-racism, anti-ableism, and anti-discrimination.
Welcome! Whether you have experience going to therapy or are just getting started, you deserve to live with joy and presence. You deserve to feel understood, heard, and held in a space free of judgment. Together, we will define what living a full, authentic life means to you and uncover ways to get there, understanding your sources of discomfort and pain and celebrating your resilience and strengths.
(347) 657-5922 View (347) 657-5922
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Liz Silverman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11215
I work with young adults and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, issues related to drugs or alcohol, and those recovering and healing from trauma. I have supported individuals in exploring their gender and sexuality and embrace non-binary, trans, and queer identities. I also specialize in perinatal, postpartum, and parental mental health. Many of my clients are mental health care providers themselves, who need clinical supervision or emotional support. My approach supports exploration of both the roots of emotions, behaviors, and patterns, while also talking about the here and now.
I work with young adults and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, issues related to drugs or alcohol, and those recovering and healing from trauma. I have supported individuals in exploring their gender and sexuality and embrace non-binary, trans, and queer identities. I also specialize in perinatal, postpartum, and parental mental health. Many of my clients are mental health care providers themselves, who need clinical supervision or emotional support. My approach supports exploration of both the roots of emotions, behaviors, and patterns, while also talking about the here and now.
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Edirin Abada
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11208  (Online Only)
I am a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in working with individuals living with symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma-related struggles, adjustment issues, interpersonal relationships, and life transitions. I work through a person-centered approach while combining other modalities, such as cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
I am a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in working with individuals living with symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma-related struggles, adjustment issues, interpersonal relationships, and life transitions. I work through a person-centered approach while combining other modalities, such as cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
(718) 550-1112 View (718) 550-1112
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Jasmine Trangucci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, PLLC, THTC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11242  (Online Only)
My treatment areas are domestic violence, marital relationships, anxiety, depression, career related issues, immigration and acculturation, sexual abuse and trauma.
I am a bilingual LCSW-R with over 18 years experience in the field. My practice areas are working with adults, adolescents, children, couples and families. Expert telemental health clinician recognized by the TeleMental Health Training Certificate (THTC)
My treatment areas are domestic violence, marital relationships, anxiety, depression, career related issues, immigration and acculturation, sexual abuse and trauma.
I am a bilingual LCSW-R with over 18 years experience in the field. My practice areas are working with adults, adolescents, children, couples and families. Expert telemental health clinician recognized by the TeleMental Health Training Certificate (THTC)
(917) 746-5389 View (917) 746-5389
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Gail L. Moore
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CASAC, CCM
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11210
I also specialize in treating the guilt, depression, anxiety from abuse and trauma.
When you determine that you should seek counseling services I keep in mind that each individual is different biologically, psychologically, sociologically and economically. I also understand that receiving a diagnosis will have an impact on you, your family, friends, lifestyle and social situation. As a counselor I am aware that left untreated many disorders can escalate and in some cases as in substance abuse cause chemical changes in the brain, with mental disorders left untreated can have a negative impact on your life.
I also specialize in treating the guilt, depression, anxiety from abuse and trauma.
When you determine that you should seek counseling services I keep in mind that each individual is different biologically, psychologically, sociologically and economically. I also understand that receiving a diagnosis will have an impact on you, your family, friends, lifestyle and social situation. As a counselor I am aware that left untreated many disorders can escalate and in some cases as in substance abuse cause chemical changes in the brain, with mental disorders left untreated can have a negative impact on your life.
(718) 313-0808 View (718) 313-0808
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Talking Works
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11214
Do you suffer from emotional pain, depression, anxiety, poor sleep, loss of a loved one? Do you feel lonely? Maybe you had trauma that is still affecting you? We can help you feel better, find your strengths, overcome weaknesses, improve self-esteem, become more confident.
We are a group of talented professionals, and we offer our clients a warm and deeply caring therapeutic relationship. Expert clinical supervision enriches the work of our therapists. The methods we use are active, and you will feel that you are making progress in each session. Our training and experience make it possible. Come and talk to us. Solutions and changes are within reach!
Do you suffer from emotional pain, depression, anxiety, poor sleep, loss of a loved one? Do you feel lonely? Maybe you had trauma that is still affecting you? We can help you feel better, find your strengths, overcome weaknesses, improve self-esteem, become more confident.
We are a group of talented professionals, and we offer our clients a warm and deeply caring therapeutic relationship. Expert clinical supervision enriches the work of our therapists. The methods we use are active, and you will feel that you are making progress in each session. Our training and experience make it possible. Come and talk to us. Solutions and changes are within reach!
(718) 550-1501 View (718) 550-1501
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Rothschild Counseling Therapy Center
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11235  (Online Only)
We specialize in decreasing and eliminating depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and trauma.
At Rothschild Mental Health Counseling Center, we provide high quality care and psychotherapy services, psychological support and treatment to adults, couples, children, and groups. Our approach is tailored to each person individually where feelings are honored and respected, and treatment is provided and each client is guided gently toward a healing process. We use the latest evidence-based research to help our clients, using the Art, knowledge of therapeutic process, we utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Gestalt in a serene, and comfortable environment. Please visit us at www.therapyny.net for more information.
We specialize in decreasing and eliminating depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and trauma.
At Rothschild Mental Health Counseling Center, we provide high quality care and psychotherapy services, psychological support and treatment to adults, couples, children, and groups. Our approach is tailored to each person individually where feelings are honored and respected, and treatment is provided and each client is guided gently toward a healing process. We use the latest evidence-based research to help our clients, using the Art, knowledge of therapeutic process, we utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Gestalt in a serene, and comfortable environment. Please visit us at www.therapyny.net for more information.
(347) 434-8928 View (347) 434-8928
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Talking Works
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11214
Do you suffer from emotional pain, depression, anxiety, poor sleep, loss of a loved one? Do you feel lonely? Maybe you had trauma that is still affecting you? We can help you feel better, find your strengths, overcome weaknesses, improve self-esteem, increase confidence. Change is possible! We offer low rates to make therapy affordable. We take many insurance plans, and if we don't take yours, you may be able to get reimbursed by your insurance on out-of-network basis. We work with individual adults, children, couples and families. We also offer psychotherapy and support groups, which is a powerful therapeutic modality.
Do you suffer from emotional pain, depression, anxiety, poor sleep, loss of a loved one? Do you feel lonely? Maybe you had trauma that is still affecting you? We can help you feel better, find your strengths, overcome weaknesses, improve self-esteem, increase confidence. Change is possible! We offer low rates to make therapy affordable. We take many insurance plans, and if we don't take yours, you may be able to get reimbursed by your insurance on out-of-network basis. We work with individual adults, children, couples and families. We also offer psychotherapy and support groups, which is a powerful therapeutic modality.
(718) 305-1152 View (718) 305-1152
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Michael Ash
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC-M, ACSW, PLLC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11201
You may be experiencing feelings and behaviors you cannot always explain, control, or understand. I am an experienced, dedicated, and caring therapist devoted to helping the individual and family through challenges. My passion and experience is extensive in the areas of addictions, co-dependency, family issues, trauma, criminal justice-involved persons; adolescent and childhood challenges. My approach encompasses the promotion of increased self-awareness and knowledge. I believe each of us has the ability to feel joy and to accept life's twists and turns with grace and serenity.
You may be experiencing feelings and behaviors you cannot always explain, control, or understand. I am an experienced, dedicated, and caring therapist devoted to helping the individual and family through challenges. My passion and experience is extensive in the areas of addictions, co-dependency, family issues, trauma, criminal justice-involved persons; adolescent and childhood challenges. My approach encompasses the promotion of increased self-awareness and knowledge. I believe each of us has the ability to feel joy and to accept life's twists and turns with grace and serenity.
(646) 261-3215 View (646) 261-3215
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Footprints to Feel Better
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11212
We work with depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders, bereavement, borderline, autism, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, DV, medical illnesses, relationship problems, LGTBQ+, adjustment disorders and forensic cases.
Rize-Up Together was started by three women of The Bronx who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Rize-Up Together began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
We work with depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders, bereavement, borderline, autism, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, DV, medical illnesses, relationship problems, LGTBQ+, adjustment disorders and forensic cases.
Rize-Up Together was started by three women of The Bronx who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Rize-Up Together began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
(718) 550-8535 View (718) 550-8535
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Medina Cecunjanin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
After earning my graduate degree from Smith College in Massachusetts, I pursued specialized training in intergenerational trauma and its impact on emotional regulation in significant relationships.
Are you a high-achieving Type A who has accomplished professional success but is struggling? Do you feel disengaged, lonely, negative, and beginning to dislike the person you are becoming? I have specialized training with high-functioning individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and relationship issues. I can help you harness your difficulties by learning how to manage stressors that come up in life and building resilience. I combine strategies from the best in our field, including evidence-based, solution-focused, and exploratory treatment. Simply put, whatever you're going through, I can help.
After earning my graduate degree from Smith College in Massachusetts, I pursued specialized training in intergenerational trauma and its impact on emotional regulation in significant relationships.
Are you a high-achieving Type A who has accomplished professional success but is struggling? Do you feel disengaged, lonely, negative, and beginning to dislike the person you are becoming? I have specialized training with high-functioning individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and relationship issues. I can help you harness your difficulties by learning how to manage stressors that come up in life and building resilience. I combine strategies from the best in our field, including evidence-based, solution-focused, and exploratory treatment. Simply put, whatever you're going through, I can help.
(646) 762-0590 View (646) 762-0590
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Harlene M. Dela Torre-McIlwain
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11217  (Online Only)
Are you often self-critical, with a negative or harsh voice in your head? Do you experience shame, “not good enough-ness”, and unworthiness? Maybe you’ve had these feelings and thoughts for a long time, learned from past traumatic experiences or an unsupportive environment you grew up in. These experiences are painful and can stop you from living a more rewarding life. If this sounds familiar, I understand and I’m here to help. I specialize in working with anxiety, complex trauma, self-criticism, relationship difficulties, life transitions, sexuality, and gender.
Are you often self-critical, with a negative or harsh voice in your head? Do you experience shame, “not good enough-ness”, and unworthiness? Maybe you’ve had these feelings and thoughts for a long time, learned from past traumatic experiences or an unsupportive environment you grew up in. These experiences are painful and can stop you from living a more rewarding life. If this sounds familiar, I understand and I’m here to help. I specialize in working with anxiety, complex trauma, self-criticism, relationship difficulties, life transitions, sexuality, and gender.
(332) 239-5640 View (332) 239-5640
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Shanet Rampersaud
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11204  (Online Only)
Shanet is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a skill set in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, grief, and codependency. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, she offers nuanced trauma-informed care and warm attunement. While playing an active role in therapy, she cultivates a gentle, interactive, and validating environment.   Shanet has provided care in hospital, college, and telehealth settings. She integrates neuroscience, the polyvagal theory, and a trusting therapeutic relationship to help clients navigate fear, shame, stuck points, and a chronic state of fight or flight.
Shanet is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a skill set in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, grief, and codependency. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, she offers nuanced trauma-informed care and warm attunement. While playing an active role in therapy, she cultivates a gentle, interactive, and validating environment.   Shanet has provided care in hospital, college, and telehealth settings. She integrates neuroscience, the polyvagal theory, and a trusting therapeutic relationship to help clients navigate fear, shame, stuck points, and a chronic state of fight or flight.
(646) 368-8145 View (646) 368-8145
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.