Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Washington

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Robert Olsen
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CTT+
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98409
Group "community" therapy is powerful, less expensive, and best of all addiction, pain, anxiety, and trauma are replaced with peace, self-care, self-regulation, and hope.
DORI is Accepting New Couples! Dori specializes in Couples, Marriage, and Pre-Marital Coaching! Dori helps couples Repair Trust, Build Healthier Communication, Resolve Relational Conflicts, and learn to grow past your past. Her coaching approach utilizes skill-based activities, practice sessions during sessions, learning to know your own and your loved one's deepest needs, how to set healthy boundaries and stop passive-aggressiveness, and you'll learn to grow emotionally and relationally. Dori(AT)Success4Couples.com or 253.355.6620.
Group "community" therapy is powerful, less expensive, and best of all addiction, pain, anxiety, and trauma are replaced with peace, self-care, self-regulation, and hope.
DORI is Accepting New Couples! Dori specializes in Couples, Marriage, and Pre-Marital Coaching! Dori helps couples Repair Trust, Build Healthier Communication, Resolve Relational Conflicts, and learn to grow past your past. Her coaching approach utilizes skill-based activities, practice sessions during sessions, learning to know your own and your loved one's deepest needs, how to set healthy boundaries and stop passive-aggressiveness, and you'll learn to grow emotionally and relationally. Dori(AT)Success4Couples.com or 253.355.6620.
(253) 345-4467 View (253) 345-4467
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Megan A. White, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PLLC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98178  (Online Only)
If you have a sense that it is time for growth, if it feels like something needs to change, if you are looking for more joy in your life, I may be the right therapist for you. The goal of my work is to help people in emotional turmoil experience relief. I have been successful in helping people work through issues around depression, anxiety, trauma, identity questions, life transitions, relationship issues and more. I specialize in working with clients from the LGBTQ community, as well as those in non-traditional family/relationship structures and those with alternative sexual practices.
If you have a sense that it is time for growth, if it feels like something needs to change, if you are looking for more joy in your life, I may be the right therapist for you. The goal of my work is to help people in emotional turmoil experience relief. I have been successful in helping people work through issues around depression, anxiety, trauma, identity questions, life transitions, relationship issues and more. I specialize in working with clients from the LGBTQ community, as well as those in non-traditional family/relationship structures and those with alternative sexual practices.
(206) 429-6796 View (206) 429-6796
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Samantha Robinson
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, and trauma.
My work involves helping people reconnect with their authentic selves. Years of prioritizing the needs of others is exhausting and can leave us unsure about what we want, need and even feel. Understanding the origins of these patterns is the first step toward releasing yourself and building the life you want.
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, and trauma.
My work involves helping people reconnect with their authentic selves. Years of prioritizing the needs of others is exhausting and can leave us unsure about what we want, need and even feel. Understanding the origins of these patterns is the first step toward releasing yourself and building the life you want.
(253) 553-3696 View (253) 553-3696
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Mark D. Best
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98684  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
When life feels presents us with stress, whether it be from anxiety, depression, or trauma, it is not uncommon to feel overwhelmed and a sense that our lives have become unmanageable. My greatest satisfaction comes with assisting individuals in recognizing their power to grow and thrive. I assist my clients, who include adolescents and adults, in finding ways to change their relationship to thoughts and emotions and develop a stronger sense of self, establishing core values, and creating an action plan linked to goals based on those values.
When life feels presents us with stress, whether it be from anxiety, depression, or trauma, it is not uncommon to feel overwhelmed and a sense that our lives have become unmanageable. My greatest satisfaction comes with assisting individuals in recognizing their power to grow and thrive. I assist my clients, who include adolescents and adults, in finding ways to change their relationship to thoughts and emotions and develop a stronger sense of self, establishing core values, and creating an action plan linked to goals based on those values.
(360) 594-5284 View (360) 594-5284
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Kristopher Aaron Arnold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
While I have specialized greatly in trauma, I have extensive knowledge and use of various theoretical interventions.
I enjoy working with clients who want to make positive change in their life, whether they have current goals or not, or are unsure where to start. Clients present at different stages, so as long as a client has a desire to work toward something positive and engage in the therapy process, I enjoy being a part of their journey. We can figure out what you want/need, set goals, and use various treatment approaches to reach these goals.
While I have specialized greatly in trauma, I have extensive knowledge and use of various theoretical interventions.
I enjoy working with clients who want to make positive change in their life, whether they have current goals or not, or are unsure where to start. Clients present at different stages, so as long as a client has a desire to work toward something positive and engage in the therapy process, I enjoy being a part of their journey. We can figure out what you want/need, set goals, and use various treatment approaches to reach these goals.
(509) 476-8281 View (509) 476-8281
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Jesalyn Kimura
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98403
My practice areas include: individual, couple and relationship counseling, depression, anxiety, early life abuse and neglect, trauma/PTSD, self-esteem, family issues and spiritual exploration.
Sometimes in life, we can feel lost, stuck or even desperate. We do the same things over and over again without finding any solutions to our problems. Life often becomes painful when our past experiences have no words to describe them or clarity to bring them to understanding. Using a variety of approaches my clients and I explore their current pain and concerns, while considering the picture of their past experience. With support and compassion we map out a plan to discover ways to become unstuck and move in new directions.
My practice areas include: individual, couple and relationship counseling, depression, anxiety, early life abuse and neglect, trauma/PTSD, self-esteem, family issues and spiritual exploration.
Sometimes in life, we can feel lost, stuck or even desperate. We do the same things over and over again without finding any solutions to our problems. Life often becomes painful when our past experiences have no words to describe them or clarity to bring them to understanding. Using a variety of approaches my clients and I explore their current pain and concerns, while considering the picture of their past experience. With support and compassion we map out a plan to discover ways to become unstuck and move in new directions.
(253) 220-6990 View (253) 220-6990
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Haley Tursi Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98102  (Online Only)
I work from a relational, trauma-informed, consent based, anti-oppressive, fat positive, Health at Every Size and strengths based framework.
I particularly enjoy working with neurodivergent teens and adults, creative types, individuals dealing with high-stress jobs who are wanting to prioritize their mental health, those looking for a space to process the stressors of navigating daily life, and those struggling with their relationship to food, their body, and movement. I'm strongly influenced by the importance of play and enjoy working with folks to add more play to their lives. I have additional training in EMDR therapy and am a Certified Body Trust provider through the Center for Body Trust.
I work from a relational, trauma-informed, consent based, anti-oppressive, fat positive, Health at Every Size and strengths based framework.
I particularly enjoy working with neurodivergent teens and adults, creative types, individuals dealing with high-stress jobs who are wanting to prioritize their mental health, those looking for a space to process the stressors of navigating daily life, and those struggling with their relationship to food, their body, and movement. I'm strongly influenced by the importance of play and enjoy working with folks to add more play to their lives. I have additional training in EMDR therapy and am a Certified Body Trust provider through the Center for Body Trust.
(971) 233-4297 View (971) 233-4297
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Juliea Crabtree
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98683
Trauma can often root itself and interrupt the mind-body connection, impacting how we see ourselves and interact with the world around us. Together, we can process these experiences and explore ways to move forward. My treatment approach is individualized to honor the unique experiences of each individual. I will take the time to gather a holistic view that prioritizes what is important to you. I strive to make sure clients will always feel respected and the key driver of their healing experience.
Trauma can often root itself and interrupt the mind-body connection, impacting how we see ourselves and interact with the world around us. Together, we can process these experiences and explore ways to move forward. My treatment approach is individualized to honor the unique experiences of each individual. I will take the time to gather a holistic view that prioritizes what is important to you. I strive to make sure clients will always feel respected and the key driver of their healing experience.
(360) 454-9990 View (360) 454-9990
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Tessa Raebeck
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98117
A few spots for telehealth or walk-and-talk therapy available, start with a consultation. If you are hoping to find a space to manage stress and anxiety, process your past, learn about your emotions and defense mechanisms, heal from trauma, abuse, and hurt, and build a healthier sense of self, stronger coping skills, and better relationships, let's get to work. I understand that finding the right therapist can be a daunting process, that's why I respond to all inquiries promptly, offer free consultations, and provide all prospective clients with referrals if we are not the right fit or I do not have availability.
A few spots for telehealth or walk-and-talk therapy available, start with a consultation. If you are hoping to find a space to manage stress and anxiety, process your past, learn about your emotions and defense mechanisms, heal from trauma, abuse, and hurt, and build a healthier sense of self, stronger coping skills, and better relationships, let's get to work. I understand that finding the right therapist can be a daunting process, that's why I respond to all inquiries promptly, offer free consultations, and provide all prospective clients with referrals if we are not the right fit or I do not have availability.
(206) 278-3199 View (206) 278-3199
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Center for Healing and Recovery
Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402
Remove the obstacles that keep you from living your life fully. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and abuse, sexual addiction, love addiction, codependency, and relationship issues, depression, anxiety and other road blocks to living a full life. I have been trained in Post Induction Therapy ("PIT") by Pia Mellody at the Meadows in Arizona. This model focuses on the origins of adult dysfunctional behaviors by exploring early childhood issues that have fueled various additions, codependency, depression and painful relationships.
Remove the obstacles that keep you from living your life fully. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and abuse, sexual addiction, love addiction, codependency, and relationship issues, depression, anxiety and other road blocks to living a full life. I have been trained in Post Induction Therapy ("PIT") by Pia Mellody at the Meadows in Arizona. This model focuses on the origins of adult dysfunctional behaviors by exploring early childhood issues that have fueled various additions, codependency, depression and painful relationships.
(253) 271-4925 View (253) 271-4925
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Kerry Hill
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99201
Sometimes life does not go in the direction you may have hoped, and you may face suffering, feeling broken, and other challenging circumstances, without always knowing how to handle them. Whether you're dealing with a difficult relationship, trauma, anxiety, grief & loss or spiritually feeling there are obstacles in the way, I will come alongside you to help you get to where you want to be.
Sometimes life does not go in the direction you may have hoped, and you may face suffering, feeling broken, and other challenging circumstances, without always knowing how to handle them. Whether you're dealing with a difficult relationship, trauma, anxiety, grief & loss or spiritually feeling there are obstacles in the way, I will come alongside you to help you get to where you want to be.
(509) 652-2093 View (509) 652-2093
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Traverse Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Everett, WA 98204
We are accepting new clients! Hi, I'm Camila and I’m a bilingual (Spanish/English) psychotherapist. I believe in being supportive and walking alongside you during your therapeutic journey. I work with adults and adolescents. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, trans and nonbinary folks, individuals who have suffered trauma (including sexual and/or domestic violence trauma), and individuals diagnosed with HIV, and people struggling with life changes, or individuals who want to address anxiety or depression.
We are accepting new clients! Hi, I'm Camila and I’m a bilingual (Spanish/English) psychotherapist. I believe in being supportive and walking alongside you during your therapeutic journey. I work with adults and adolescents. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, trans and nonbinary folks, individuals who have suffered trauma (including sexual and/or domestic violence trauma), and individuals diagnosed with HIV, and people struggling with life changes, or individuals who want to address anxiety or depression.
(425) 534-7466 View (425) 534-7466
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Jenny L. Donovan
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98077  (Online Only)
I work with people who struggle with anxiety, depression and trauma.
Seeking therapy can be good news! One of the deepest needs for people is wholeness, to be fully accepted as they are and to experience relationships as a healing force toward growth and self-understanding. In my practice, clients are met with the deepest respect, the knowledge of underlying needs and patterns to be explored, and a passionate curiosity about your irreplaceable and meaningful existence in life.
I work with people who struggle with anxiety, depression and trauma.
Seeking therapy can be good news! One of the deepest needs for people is wholeness, to be fully accepted as they are and to experience relationships as a healing force toward growth and self-understanding. In my practice, clients are met with the deepest respect, the knowledge of underlying needs and patterns to be explored, and a passionate curiosity about your irreplaceable and meaningful existence in life.
(206) 222-7343 View (206) 222-7343
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Lonnie Renteria Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CCTP, CTMH
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have specific training in Emotion-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, Narrative Therapy and Trauma work.
I provide a safe, supportive space for couples and individuals. We negotiate together how to optimize your experience of living life, your relationships, your work, and we continue to build on that. I believe that we all have the capacity to heal and build the life that we want to live.
I have specific training in Emotion-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, Narrative Therapy and Trauma work.
I provide a safe, supportive space for couples and individuals. We negotiate together how to optimize your experience of living life, your relationships, your work, and we continue to build on that. I believe that we all have the capacity to heal and build the life that we want to live.
(206) 258-6420 View (206) 258-6420
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Victoria Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MHP
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99212  (Online Only)
Welcome! I specialize in working with people who are struggling with past trauma, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, and managing stress and life changes. I believe in tackling problems using a collaborative approach, meeting people where they are in their lives, and working alongside them to help them learn, heal, and grow in order to achieve their goals.
Welcome! I specialize in working with people who are struggling with past trauma, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, and managing stress and life changes. I believe in tackling problems using a collaborative approach, meeting people where they are in their lives, and working alongside them to help them learn, heal, and grow in order to achieve their goals.
(509) 236-1446 View (509) 236-1446
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Ray DeChant
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98118
As a licensed mental health counselor, I work primarily with teens and young adults. I love the opportunity to support young people as they grow and overcome challenges in their lives. I believe that you and your family are doing the best you can with the tools you have, and if you’re searching for a therapist, you likely need more support to thrive. I'm especially skilled at working with youth who have experienced trauma or who struggle with anxiety, depression and/or self-harm. As of April 2024, I have some limited availability for in-person services.
As a licensed mental health counselor, I work primarily with teens and young adults. I love the opportunity to support young people as they grow and overcome challenges in their lives. I believe that you and your family are doing the best you can with the tools you have, and if you’re searching for a therapist, you likely need more support to thrive. I'm especially skilled at working with youth who have experienced trauma or who struggle with anxiety, depression and/or self-harm. As of April 2024, I have some limited availability for in-person services.
(206) 339-4693 View (206) 339-4693
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Adriana G. Saenz
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Richland, WA 99352
I am certified and specialized in treatment of PTSD using TF-CBT or Prolonged Exposure.
Are you or your teen experiencing symptoms of Anxiety or Depression? Perhaps there are struggles with daily responsibilities, relationships, communication or low self-esteem? Has your family experienced a life changing event such as a loss or traumatic experience? I specialize in providing the necessary tools that are needed to cope and engage in healthy behaviors. I use strength and evidenced-based orientations to foster growth, change and gain insight. Together we'll identify solutions and work on issues that are important to you and or your family.
I am certified and specialized in treatment of PTSD using TF-CBT or Prolonged Exposure.
Are you or your teen experiencing symptoms of Anxiety or Depression? Perhaps there are struggles with daily responsibilities, relationships, communication or low self-esteem? Has your family experienced a life changing event such as a loss or traumatic experience? I specialize in providing the necessary tools that are needed to cope and engage in healthy behaviors. I use strength and evidenced-based orientations to foster growth, change and gain insight. Together we'll identify solutions and work on issues that are important to you and or your family.
(509) 774-5385 View (509) 774-5385
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Lakeview Wellness Clinic
CRNA, ARNP
Verified Verified
Tukwila, WA 98188
Lakeview Wellness Clinic specializes in Ketamine infusion therapy for treatment resistant depression, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, severe anxiety, suicidal ideations and chronic pain. We provide personalized care in a comfortable and safe environment. We take the time to get to know you and develop an individualized treatment plan. The care we provide is tailored to you.
Lakeview Wellness Clinic specializes in Ketamine infusion therapy for treatment resistant depression, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, severe anxiety, suicidal ideations and chronic pain. We provide personalized care in a comfortable and safe environment. We take the time to get to know you and develop an individualized treatment plan. The care we provide is tailored to you.
(206) 203-7244 View (206) 203-7244
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Giselle Macfarlane
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
In my therapeutic playroom, I help children with trauma, academic underachievement, social-emotional, and behavioral problems.
As an LMFT serving Bainbridge Island, I utilize a humanistic, evidence-based, emotionally focused perspective with children, youth, and adults with concerns including anxiety, depression, attachment, trauma, self-harm, identity, and gender questioning issues. I find Lifespan Integration and Somatic Transformation helpful in resolving trauma. I treat couples and families working through conflict, life transitions, divorce, grief, and loss. Additionally, I am an AAMFT Approved Supervisor and a Washington State Supervisor offering supervision to associates.
In my therapeutic playroom, I help children with trauma, academic underachievement, social-emotional, and behavioral problems.
As an LMFT serving Bainbridge Island, I utilize a humanistic, evidence-based, emotionally focused perspective with children, youth, and adults with concerns including anxiety, depression, attachment, trauma, self-harm, identity, and gender questioning issues. I find Lifespan Integration and Somatic Transformation helpful in resolving trauma. I treat couples and families working through conflict, life transitions, divorce, grief, and loss. Additionally, I am an AAMFT Approved Supervisor and a Washington State Supervisor offering supervision to associates.
(206) 557-6559 View (206) 557-6559
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Dr. Holli Schoonover
Pastoral Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Chehalis, WA 98532
Whether you are facing a crisis moment in your life, suffering from years of unresolved pain and trauma, feel stuck, or experiencing relationship issues; you can make significant progress toward healing.
Accepting new clients. Life can be hard, challenging, and at times can feel truly hopeless. There IS hope! Learn to implement key changes and create shifts to overcome even the most challenging of obstacles. As a Therapist/Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor, I am trained in both psychology and theology, and provide psychological as well as spiritual guidance as requested by clients.
Whether you are facing a crisis moment in your life, suffering from years of unresolved pain and trauma, feel stuck, or experiencing relationship issues; you can make significant progress toward healing.
Accepting new clients. Life can be hard, challenging, and at times can feel truly hopeless. There IS hope! Learn to implement key changes and create shifts to overcome even the most challenging of obstacles. As a Therapist/Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor, I am trained in both psychology and theology, and provide psychological as well as spiritual guidance as requested by clients.
(360) 300-8540 View (360) 300-8540
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.