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Heather Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW
Verified Verified
Quakertown, PA 18951
Waitlist for new clients
Heather has diverse experience with specialization in anxiety,depression,sexual trauma, and adolescent issues.
Heather Evans has had diverse experience with children, adolescents, and adults. Using an eclectic, goal-directed approach with some emphasis on cognitive-behavioral techniques, she seeks to facilitate growth and change. She welcomes clients of all religions and backgrounds. Through individual, marriage and family therapy, the interventions are designed to provide emotional support, improve personal insight, and identify tools for daily living.
Heather has diverse experience with specialization in anxiety,depression,sexual trauma, and adolescent issues.
Heather Evans has had diverse experience with children, adolescents, and adults. Using an eclectic, goal-directed approach with some emphasis on cognitive-behavioral techniques, she seeks to facilitate growth and change. She welcomes clients of all religions and backgrounds. Through individual, marriage and family therapy, the interventions are designed to provide emotional support, improve personal insight, and identify tools for daily living.
(484) 546-4827 View (484) 546-4827
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Lauren Kuehlewind
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Quakertown, PA 18951
Some areas where I have experience are depression, anxiety disorders, trauma, grief and loss, family/relationship issues, marriage counseling, eating disorders, emotional and behavioral issues in children, and navigating spiritual/faith issues.
My style is gentle and compassionate yet direct enough to get to the root of the issue. My goal is to listen well to what has brought my clients to counseling and bring my expertise to the table from a place of understanding my clients' lives. I do this all while offering what I call "biblical worldview integration" for those who are of the Christian faith. I offer biblically-based counseling but am willing to meet with clients of different religious backgrounds and respect that not everyone believes what I believe.
Some areas where I have experience are depression, anxiety disorders, trauma, grief and loss, family/relationship issues, marriage counseling, eating disorders, emotional and behavioral issues in children, and navigating spiritual/faith issues.
My style is gentle and compassionate yet direct enough to get to the root of the issue. My goal is to listen well to what has brought my clients to counseling and bring my expertise to the table from a place of understanding my clients' lives. I do this all while offering what I call "biblical worldview integration" for those who are of the Christian faith. I offer biblically-based counseling but am willing to meet with clients of different religious backgrounds and respect that not everyone believes what I believe.
(267) 762-2199 View (267) 762-2199
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Audra M Matzura
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LBS, NCC, CATP
Verified Verified
Quakertown, PA 18951
Experienced in working with children on the Autism Spectrum, ADHD, anxiety, phobias, behavioral issues, social skills, trauma, abuse, family issues, divorce, grief.
I work with Individuals of all ages with a variety of Issues from anxiety, stress, work & relationship struggles as well as walking with others through life's changes. My Largest body of experiences comes from working with children. I have over 30 years of experience working with children and families. As a parent, you want what is best for your child, but it's not always easy to know what type of support he or she needs. My therapeutic play/counseling program is a good place to turn to when a child's problems seem overwhelming. I very comfortable working with the neurodivergent population.
Experienced in working with children on the Autism Spectrum, ADHD, anxiety, phobias, behavioral issues, social skills, trauma, abuse, family issues, divorce, grief.
I work with Individuals of all ages with a variety of Issues from anxiety, stress, work & relationship struggles as well as walking with others through life's changes. My Largest body of experiences comes from working with children. I have over 30 years of experience working with children and families. As a parent, you want what is best for your child, but it's not always easy to know what type of support he or she needs. My therapeutic play/counseling program is a good place to turn to when a child's problems seem overwhelming. I very comfortable working with the neurodivergent population.
(484) 218-2321 View (484) 218-2321
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Wisteria Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Quakertown, PA 18951
I have additional trauma training and love keeping up with research and conferences to build my skills and stay up to date.
Each struggle in life brings an opportunity to uncover conflicts and create healing with a deeper exploration in therapy. I meet people where they are in life and begin treatment there. I have hope that healing can occur in everyone if they have motivation. I use a creative arts, integrative, evidence based model to explore patterns, beliefs, and get to the core so we can rebuild where the healing is needed. With children, I use play therapy and creative arts. I use insight, goals, and strengths to create treatments plans. We re-assess every few months to track progress.
I have additional trauma training and love keeping up with research and conferences to build my skills and stay up to date.
Each struggle in life brings an opportunity to uncover conflicts and create healing with a deeper exploration in therapy. I meet people where they are in life and begin treatment there. I have hope that healing can occur in everyone if they have motivation. I use a creative arts, integrative, evidence based model to explore patterns, beliefs, and get to the core so we can rebuild where the healing is needed. With children, I use play therapy and creative arts. I use insight, goals, and strengths to create treatments plans. We re-assess every few months to track progress.
(215) 650-8527 View (215) 650-8527
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Angela M Clymer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC, CSAT-C
Verified Verified
Quakertown, PA 18951
Hello and welcome, Here is a little about my approach to therapy. I love working with people as they begin exploring the roots of their story to begin healing, breathing and being fully present in their bodies. As we begin focusing on your past and current struggles, you will learn how you hold trauma, stress and pain in your body to help bring relief and connection to yourself and others. I believe there is beauty in our brokenness and I strive to bring meaning to your experiences. I specialize in the areas of Betrayal Trauma, Sexual Addiction, Substance Use Disorder, Anxiety, Depression and Trauma.
Hello and welcome, Here is a little about my approach to therapy. I love working with people as they begin exploring the roots of their story to begin healing, breathing and being fully present in their bodies. As we begin focusing on your past and current struggles, you will learn how you hold trauma, stress and pain in your body to help bring relief and connection to yourself and others. I believe there is beauty in our brokenness and I strive to bring meaning to your experiences. I specialize in the areas of Betrayal Trauma, Sexual Addiction, Substance Use Disorder, Anxiety, Depression and Trauma.
(267) 772-2884 View (267) 772-2884
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Rachel Niedrist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Quakertown, PA 18951
I offer empathetic support and guidance to help clients navigate life's challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma and more.
Life is full of challenges that can test our resilience and sometimes leave us feeling overwhelmed, discouraged and alone. Whether it is dealing with personal setbacks, facing unexpected obstacles or crises, or coping with the stress of daily life, it is easy to feel like giving up. Despite the trials that life brings, I am here to provide support to those who may feel alone and be a listening ear to those who desperately need to feel heard.
I offer empathetic support and guidance to help clients navigate life's challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma and more.
Life is full of challenges that can test our resilience and sometimes leave us feeling overwhelmed, discouraged and alone. Whether it is dealing with personal setbacks, facing unexpected obstacles or crises, or coping with the stress of daily life, it is easy to feel like giving up. Despite the trials that life brings, I am here to provide support to those who may feel alone and be a listening ear to those who desperately need to feel heard.
(215) 918-7057 View (215) 918-7057
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Barbara Layton
Pastoral Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Quakertown, PA 18951
Personal and professional experience with grief (suicide), loss of a child, sexual abuse and women’s issues. I counsel adults and teens. • Anger •Grief •Marriage counseling • Self-control • Loss of a child • Stress & anxiety. In-person and virtual sessions available. Feel free to contact me with your questions.
Personal and professional experience with grief (suicide), loss of a child, sexual abuse and women’s issues. I counsel adults and teens. • Anger •Grief •Marriage counseling • Self-control • Loss of a child • Stress & anxiety. In-person and virtual sessions available. Feel free to contact me with your questions.
(267) 680-7159 View (267) 680-7159
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Amy Shirey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Quakertown, PA 18951
I can help you cope with multiple stressors in your life as you manage the symptoms of mood and anxiety disorders. If you are looking for guidance and support, then we would be a great match.
I can help you cope with multiple stressors in your life as you manage the symptoms of mood and anxiety disorders. If you are looking for guidance and support, then we would be a great match.
(215) 458-5915 View (215) 458-5915
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Tayah Lynn Fretz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Quakertown, PA 18951
I have worked primarily with anxiety disorders, OCD, depressive disorders, and have experience working with service animals for mental health disorders. I have experience in a wide range of areas within other areas of mental health as well. I utilize a range of more directive approaches that have flexibility to grow and change during the therapeutic process.
I have worked primarily with anxiety disorders, OCD, depressive disorders, and have experience working with service animals for mental health disorders. I have experience in a wide range of areas within other areas of mental health as well. I utilize a range of more directive approaches that have flexibility to grow and change during the therapeutic process.
(484) 435-3227 View (484) 435-3227

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Flourish Counseling Center
Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS, BSN
Verified Verified
Souderton, PA 18964
I use trauma-focused therapy throughout my work and as an EMDR therapist, we will work through trauma and memories to find healing.
Therapy provides the opportunity to be completely honest with yourself in a safe and confidential space. Sessions allow you to explore current pressures, stressors, and wounds causing pain and distress. Looking at past patterns in your story can reveal the need for healing, and gaining insight, self-compassion and strength. Seeking meaningful change, personal growth, and finding a way forward can be good reasons for therapy.
I use trauma-focused therapy throughout my work and as an EMDR therapist, we will work through trauma and memories to find healing.
Therapy provides the opportunity to be completely honest with yourself in a safe and confidential space. Sessions allow you to explore current pressures, stressors, and wounds causing pain and distress. Looking at past patterns in your story can reveal the need for healing, and gaining insight, self-compassion and strength. Seeking meaningful change, personal growth, and finding a way forward can be good reasons for therapy.
(215) 608-6909 View (215) 608-6909
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Coleen Dixon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR- C
Verified Verified
Center Valley, PA 18034
I have a special interest in working with creative professionals, perinatal populations (pregnancy, birth, postpartum, infertility, NICU, infant loss and miscarriage), complex PTSD, and women/families in ministry.
I practice EMDR as a complete therapy. What does this mean for you? Through the process of therapy your brain and nervous system can get out of the feedback loop it’s been stuck in from relational patterns, traumas, and roadblocks and you can form the responses that you desire! As a therapist, I’m goal directed, intentional, creative, and warm. Outside of the therapy room—I’m wife, and mom to three tiny humans. I enjoy time with family and friends, working out, DIY projects, and time in my church community. I’ve been a therapist for over 7 years and love walking with clients through the journey of therapy.
I have a special interest in working with creative professionals, perinatal populations (pregnancy, birth, postpartum, infertility, NICU, infant loss and miscarriage), complex PTSD, and women/families in ministry.
I practice EMDR as a complete therapy. What does this mean for you? Through the process of therapy your brain and nervous system can get out of the feedback loop it’s been stuck in from relational patterns, traumas, and roadblocks and you can form the responses that you desire! As a therapist, I’m goal directed, intentional, creative, and warm. Outside of the therapy room—I’m wife, and mom to three tiny humans. I enjoy time with family and friends, working out, DIY projects, and time in my church community. I’ve been a therapist for over 7 years and love walking with clients through the journey of therapy.
(484) 310-7167 View (484) 310-7167
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Sarah Beth Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Emmaus, PA 18049
This modality helps clients access stored trauma, or stored emotions and beliefs within the brain, and then release it from the body.
I love working with a variety of backgrounds and ages and providing a space that is warm, open and validating. I have a particular passion for working with those who are dealing with the effects of childhood trauma, whether that be emotional, verbal, physical or sexual abuse. Painful relationships can often be the place that many of our symptoms or unhealthy behaviors stem from. It's my desire to walk alongside those who want to bring healing to this area of their life and experience a deeper sense of safety within themselves and within their relationships.
This modality helps clients access stored trauma, or stored emotions and beliefs within the brain, and then release it from the body.
I love working with a variety of backgrounds and ages and providing a space that is warm, open and validating. I have a particular passion for working with those who are dealing with the effects of childhood trauma, whether that be emotional, verbal, physical or sexual abuse. Painful relationships can often be the place that many of our symptoms or unhealthy behaviors stem from. It's my desire to walk alongside those who want to bring healing to this area of their life and experience a deeper sense of safety within themselves and within their relationships.
(484) 603-3905 View (484) 603-3905
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Melissa M Parsons
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hellertown, PA 18055
I have 20 years experience with almost all disorders and severity levels. My strengths in practice are with domestic abuse victims and complex attachment trauma. I seek to free you of guilt, shame and emotional build up in the nervous system. Together we develop stability of self esteem and confidence. I have extensive experience with PTSD and healing symptoms of fear, dissociation and hypervigilance through EMDR and brainspotting. I also work with couples and families. Dreamwork may be used to uncover sub/unconscious messages. All age groups and issues welcome, we can get through this together!
I have 20 years experience with almost all disorders and severity levels. My strengths in practice are with domestic abuse victims and complex attachment trauma. I seek to free you of guilt, shame and emotional build up in the nervous system. Together we develop stability of self esteem and confidence. I have extensive experience with PTSD and healing symptoms of fear, dissociation and hypervigilance through EMDR and brainspotting. I also work with couples and families. Dreamwork may be used to uncover sub/unconscious messages. All age groups and issues welcome, we can get through this together!
(484) 218-4562 View (484) 218-4562
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Theresa J Armstrong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
Telford, PA 18969
I am a leader and expert in the treatment of betrayal trauma, and sex addiction in the church and the community.
I’ve been in the counseling field for nearly 30 years and continue to feel passionate about helping each person, family or couple. As a faith-based therapist I integrate my clinical experience & training with biblical beliefs in my treatment approach. Healthy relationships are vital to living a satisfying and fulfilling life. The first step in healing is self-awareness. Understanding your emotions and thoughts can guide you in establishing healthy boundaries. Second, grasping the body-mind connection is vital to the transformation process. Lastly, identifying your attachment style can improve your friendships, marriage and family.
I am a leader and expert in the treatment of betrayal trauma, and sex addiction in the church and the community.
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(215) 631-3408 View (215) 631-3408
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Bri Kennedy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Souderton, PA 18964  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
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For the past 12 years, I have worked with children, teens and young adults that have been dealt every type of trauma and hardship in settings including schools, homes, foster care, residential, and the community.
(267) 214-2707 View (267) 214-2707
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Tamika Marie Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Perkasie, PA 18944  (Online Only)
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(267) 848-8640 View (267) 848-8640
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Tamika Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Perkasie, PA 18944  (Online Only)
My name is Tamika Johnson-Ogbu and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma informed therapy, reality therapy and motivational interviewing. I have also earned a Masters in Divinity where I have received a solid knowledge of pastoral care and Christian counseling. My focus is on the whole person, body, soul and spirit. My aim is to help you regain a sense of hope for your life that is found in Jesus Christ.
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John Obell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Verified Verified
Center Valley, PA 18034
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Amy Shirey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Emmaus, PA 18049
I can help you cope with multiple stressors in your life as you manage the symptoms of mood and anxiety disorders. If you are looking for guidance and support, then we would be a great match.
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(484) 699-9217 View (484) 699-9217
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Elaine Wallace
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Center Valley, PA 18034  (Online Only)
I know why you are looking at my profile. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or ADHD? For individuals and couples, there is a remedy. It's called counseling. Come lift emotional weights and develop life-long habits that will allow you to: Feel connected and intimate in a fast changing world, have the confidence to make sound decisions and trust your judgment, build a layer of protection against unwanted thoughts, and other peoples opinions. Your mental health requires as much care as your physical health!
I know why you are looking at my profile. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or ADHD? For individuals and couples, there is a remedy. It's called counseling. Come lift emotional weights and develop life-long habits that will allow you to: Feel connected and intimate in a fast changing world, have the confidence to make sound decisions and trust your judgment, build a layer of protection against unwanted thoughts, and other peoples opinions. Your mental health requires as much care as your physical health!
(410) 449-7892 View (410) 449-7892

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.