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Karl Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005
Are you struggling to find fulfillment in some areas of your life? Are you worrying about the future? That you'll never be able to own a home? Reach financial stability? Have close relationships with family and friends? A romantic partner? Perhaps your work is leaving you with a feeling of purposelessness. You're a bright person with many goals, but you're unsure how to tackle them. Therapy can be a place to process the emotions surrounding these, process past trauma, reframe how you see yourself and reevaluate how you can take charge of your role in the things that happen around you. Things don't have to be the way they are now.
Are you struggling to find fulfillment in some areas of your life? Are you worrying about the future? That you'll never be able to own a home? Reach financial stability? Have close relationships with family and friends? A romantic partner? Perhaps your work is leaving you with a feeling of purposelessness. You're a bright person with many goals, but you're unsure how to tackle them. Therapy can be a place to process the emotions surrounding these, process past trauma, reframe how you see yourself and reevaluate how you can take charge of your role in the things that happen around you. Things don't have to be the way they are now.
(347) 308-7354 View (347) 308-7354
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Maria Napoli
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005  (Online Only)
My specialties and areas of interest include anxiety, depression, mood disorders, relationships, PTSD and behavioral changes.
Deciding to come to therapy can be a difficult decision; one that takes courage and often comes with some anxiety and ambiguity about what the process will entail. I consider empathy, sympathy, and honesty are the key elements to a nurturing and successful therapeutic relationship. I’ve spent the last 4 years training and working with clients at institutions such as New York Presbyterian, New York University and Cornell Medical College. *** Hablo Espanol*****
My specialties and areas of interest include anxiety, depression, mood disorders, relationships, PTSD and behavioral changes.
Deciding to come to therapy can be a difficult decision; one that takes courage and often comes with some anxiety and ambiguity about what the process will entail. I consider empathy, sympathy, and honesty are the key elements to a nurturing and successful therapeutic relationship. I’ve spent the last 4 years training and working with clients at institutions such as New York Presbyterian, New York University and Cornell Medical College. *** Hablo Espanol*****
(646) 760-3583 View (646) 760-3583
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Marlin Bonilla
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005  (Online Only)
I utilize CBT, Psychodynamic, and Trauma-informed psychotherapies to provide clients with different tools to begin improving their circumstances.
I strive to create a safe, warm, genuine and non-judgmental therapeutic space in order to build a strong collaborative relationship and explore your areas for growth. I have experience providing therapy to a diverse population and supervising mental health counseling student interns in a community outpatient clinic.
I utilize CBT, Psychodynamic, and Trauma-informed psychotherapies to provide clients with different tools to begin improving their circumstances.
I strive to create a safe, warm, genuine and non-judgmental therapeutic space in order to build a strong collaborative relationship and explore your areas for growth. I have experience providing therapy to a diverse population and supervising mental health counseling student interns in a community outpatient clinic.
(646) 846-2577 View (646) 846-2577
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Rachel Rennie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005  (Online Only)
Together, we can make space to grapple with anxiety, depression, trauma, and more.
LGBTQIA+/GNC/Kink/Polyamory/Sex Worker affirming
Together, we can make space to grapple with anxiety, depression, trauma, and more.
LGBTQIA+/GNC/Kink/Polyamory/Sex Worker affirming
(718) 550-0635 View (718) 550-0635
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Isabel Golan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005
Life's challenges, past traumas or present stresses, can make us feel very overwhelmed. Deeply affecting our lives, relationships, and overall well-being. But you don't have to navigate it alone! I support adults in navigating trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, family conflicts, loss, depression, and anxiety, often focusing on how childhood trauma influences adulthood. Together we’ll decipher the intricate patterns of behavior that may be holding you back and grapple with hard emotions. By letting things unravel, past and present experiences, you will rediscover yourself and create the path towards transformative change.
Life's challenges, past traumas or present stresses, can make us feel very overwhelmed. Deeply affecting our lives, relationships, and overall well-being. But you don't have to navigate it alone! I support adults in navigating trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, family conflicts, loss, depression, and anxiety, often focusing on how childhood trauma influences adulthood. Together we’ll decipher the intricate patterns of behavior that may be holding you back and grapple with hard emotions. By letting things unravel, past and present experiences, you will rediscover yourself and create the path towards transformative change.
(929) 810-2452 View (929) 810-2452
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Tia Burgess
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
I work with adults experiencing interpersonal conflict, family conflict, self-esteem issues, anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, and anger management. I work collaboratively with clients to explore and enhance their motivation for change. By working together, we can strengthen your drive to overcome challenges and achieve your goals. Through this approach, we can establish safety, trust, and empowerment in our therapeutic relationship, helping you heal and regain control over your life.
I work with adults experiencing interpersonal conflict, family conflict, self-esteem issues, anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, and anger management. I work collaboratively with clients to explore and enhance their motivation for change. By working together, we can strengthen your drive to overcome challenges and achieve your goals. Through this approach, we can establish safety, trust, and empowerment in our therapeutic relationship, helping you heal and regain control over your life.
(718) 395-4832 View (718) 395-4832
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Henry Jangira
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Henry and I am Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of New York with over 10 years of experience. I work with individuals whose age ranges from 18 to 90 years old. My main focus is on the treatment of anxiety, depression, PTSD, anger management, anti-social disorders and substance abuse issues, to name a few. I utilize several treatment methodologies, including psycho-dynamic therapy, behavioral therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, humanistic therapy as well as integrative/holistic therapy.
Hello! My name is Henry and I am Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of New York with over 10 years of experience. I work with individuals whose age ranges from 18 to 90 years old. My main focus is on the treatment of anxiety, depression, PTSD, anger management, anti-social disorders and substance abuse issues, to name a few. I utilize several treatment methodologies, including psycho-dynamic therapy, behavioral therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, humanistic therapy as well as integrative/holistic therapy.
(646) 718-1750 View (646) 718-1750
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Viola Blake
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
I work with clients determined to unearth the hold trauma has on their lives, losses and unexpected life events that paralyze them, and work to challenge and ultimately change coping mechanisms that are not serving them. I’ve had the pleasure of working with many clients throughout my career, including but not limited to the LGBTQIA+ communities, sexual assault/domestic violence survivors, those experiencing severe mental illness and chronic medical conditions, and those affected by systemic racial disparities.
I work with clients determined to unearth the hold trauma has on their lives, losses and unexpected life events that paralyze them, and work to challenge and ultimately change coping mechanisms that are not serving them. I’ve had the pleasure of working with many clients throughout my career, including but not limited to the LGBTQIA+ communities, sexual assault/domestic violence survivors, those experiencing severe mental illness and chronic medical conditions, and those affected by systemic racial disparities.
(646) 828-1850 View (646) 828-1850
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Gina Gold
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, NCPsyA, LP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
Intimately familiar with trauma and the challenges of being human, I am committed to helping patients learn to become aware of and work-through unintegrated feelings and internalized stories to cultivate kindness and curiosity toward themselves.
Is something getting in the way of your feeling free, feeling joyful, feeling well? Are you suffering from a recent loss? Let's explore what might be inhibiting your sense of well-being and help you grow. It would be a privilege to embark on this journey with you; the opportunity to share in this meaningful and creative work of growth and transformation is not a commitment I take lightly.
Intimately familiar with trauma and the challenges of being human, I am committed to helping patients learn to become aware of and work-through unintegrated feelings and internalized stories to cultivate kindness and curiosity toward themselves.
Is something getting in the way of your feeling free, feeling joyful, feeling well? Are you suffering from a recent loss? Let's explore what might be inhibiting your sense of well-being and help you grow. It would be a privilege to embark on this journey with you; the opportunity to share in this meaningful and creative work of growth and transformation is not a commitment I take lightly.
(646) 647-3411 View (646) 647-3411
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Erel Shvil
Psychologist, PhD, MA, MS, Mphil
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005
I am a licensed Psychologist practicing in New York City and Westchester. I earned my PhD as well as three Masters degrees (Master of Art, Master of Science, and Master of Philosophy) at Columbia University in the City of New York. I completed my clinical internship at Jacobi Medical Center. In addition to seeing patients in my private practice, I worked as a Clinical Researcher at New York State Psychiatric Institute, where I investigated the functional organization and structure of the human brain for the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
I am a licensed Psychologist practicing in New York City and Westchester. I earned my PhD as well as three Masters degrees (Master of Art, Master of Science, and Master of Philosophy) at Columbia University in the City of New York. I completed my clinical internship at Jacobi Medical Center. In addition to seeing patients in my private practice, I worked as a Clinical Researcher at New York State Psychiatric Institute, where I investigated the functional organization and structure of the human brain for the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
(646) 291-2242 View (646) 291-2242
Photo of Rob Nelson, BA, MHC-I, Pre-Licensed Professional
Rob Nelson
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MHC-I
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
I provide talk therapy in person and remote for adolescents, adults, couples, and families and help navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, career transitions, grief, family conflicts, and relationship difficulties. My professional background includes teaching, coaching, and counseling children and teens with ADHD, Autism, and ODD in school settings. Additionally, I have extensive experience working with adults dealing with trauma, recovery, family dysfunction, and spirituality. No matter what brings you here, I am committed to supporting you with a nonjudgmental and supportive approach to meet your goals.
I provide talk therapy in person and remote for adolescents, adults, couples, and families and help navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, career transitions, grief, family conflicts, and relationship difficulties. My professional background includes teaching, coaching, and counseling children and teens with ADHD, Autism, and ODD in school settings. Additionally, I have extensive experience working with adults dealing with trauma, recovery, family dysfunction, and spirituality. No matter what brings you here, I am committed to supporting you with a nonjudgmental and supportive approach to meet your goals.
(646) 849-1961 View (646) 849-1961
Photo of Jason Marx, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Jason Marx
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005
As a psychoanalytically-oriented clinician who works from a depth perspective, my foremost aim is to develop an open, compassionate, and trusting relationship with you so that you feel free to share with me those issues that most burden you - those issues for which you need careful, caring and respectful attention. I have worked mostly with adults in individual, couples, and group psychotherapy who have struggled with anxiety, depression, panic, trauma (including childhood abuse and neglect), PTSD, and substance use issues. I've worked with and I am sensitive to the needs of people of diverse identities.
As a psychoanalytically-oriented clinician who works from a depth perspective, my foremost aim is to develop an open, compassionate, and trusting relationship with you so that you feel free to share with me those issues that most burden you - those issues for which you need careful, caring and respectful attention. I have worked mostly with adults in individual, couples, and group psychotherapy who have struggled with anxiety, depression, panic, trauma (including childhood abuse and neglect), PTSD, and substance use issues. I've worked with and I am sensitive to the needs of people of diverse identities.
(347) 632-8356 View (347) 632-8356
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Dr. Nikki Press
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety, PTSD /trauma, stress, and relationship issues. Are you feeling anxious about the future or stuck in the past? Do you put on a 'calm and collected' front so that others don't see you struggle? Do worries keep you up at night? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you've come to the right place. Often what keeps us stuck in distress are beliefs or old patterns of emotions. But amazing things can happen when we take a chance to try something new.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety, PTSD /trauma, stress, and relationship issues. Are you feeling anxious about the future or stuck in the past? Do you put on a 'calm and collected' front so that others don't see you struggle? Do worries keep you up at night? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you've come to the right place. Often what keeps us stuck in distress are beliefs or old patterns of emotions. But amazing things can happen when we take a chance to try something new.
(347) 937-2365 View (347) 937-2365
Photo of Catherine S Moore, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Catherine S Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
I also help folks with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, identity issues, low self-esteem, life transitions, relationship issues, marital problems, grief and loss, trauma, aging, medical issues, intimacy issues, and work related stress.
My work style is quality-of-life coaching with the emotional depth of an experienced Psychotherapist. I help my clients to connect the dots in their lives and to see and build on their strengths. You can reach your realistic dreams if you commit. I believe in the power of the Individual. Everyone has a unique narrative that describes both challenges and strengths in overcoming adversity.
I also help folks with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, identity issues, low self-esteem, life transitions, relationship issues, marital problems, grief and loss, trauma, aging, medical issues, intimacy issues, and work related stress.
My work style is quality-of-life coaching with the emotional depth of an experienced Psychotherapist. I help my clients to connect the dots in their lives and to see and build on their strengths. You can reach your realistic dreams if you commit. I believe in the power of the Individual. Everyone has a unique narrative that describes both challenges and strengths in overcoming adversity.
(347) 802-9906 View (347) 802-9906
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Haley Kastner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
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Practical Online Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005  (Online Only)
We offer a practical approach to therapy! We can support you with depression, anxiety, stress, life changes, attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) relationship problems, family conflict, parenting support, trauma/ PTSD, anger management, grief/ bereavement, somatic disorders, eating disorders, and bullying.
We offer a practical approach to therapy! We can support you with depression, anxiety, stress, life changes, attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) relationship problems, family conflict, parenting support, trauma/ PTSD, anger management, grief/ bereavement, somatic disorders, eating disorders, and bullying.
(347) 450-5542 View (347) 450-5542
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Laila Elashaal
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005  (Online Only)
My experience includes treating clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, identity conflicts, life transitions, family conflict,.
I am a New York based LP-Mental Health Counselor with Avena Psychological Services. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the City College of New York, and her Master’s degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Columbia University. My style is eclectic and modern—one that centers around humor and radical acceptance to ultimately restore a sense of joy, peace, and hope into your life. As a mixed-race Arab-American, I hold an importance in shining light upon intersectional identities.
My experience includes treating clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, identity conflicts, life transitions, family conflict,.
I am a New York based LP-Mental Health Counselor with Avena Psychological Services. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the City College of New York, and her Master’s degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Columbia University. My style is eclectic and modern—one that centers around humor and radical acceptance to ultimately restore a sense of joy, peace, and hope into your life. As a mixed-race Arab-American, I hold an importance in shining light upon intersectional identities.
(914) 228-7809 View (914) 228-7809
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Chris Samuels
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
Healing from sexual addiction requires addiction remediation as well as trauma-based healing and treatment.
Although I specialise in sex and porn addiction treatment, my work encompasses more than just helping my clients stop their self-destructive behaviours. Of course, sexual sobriety is crucial for therapeutic progress, but I have found that healing the childhood neglect and abuse that--without exception--underlie the development of a sexual addiction is also essential if the individual is to have the truly transformative recovery he or she deserves. I aspire to offer patience, empathy, expertise, and loving, respectful care to my clients, which I hope they experience from me in our work together.
Healing from sexual addiction requires addiction remediation as well as trauma-based healing and treatment.
Although I specialise in sex and porn addiction treatment, my work encompasses more than just helping my clients stop their self-destructive behaviours. Of course, sexual sobriety is crucial for therapeutic progress, but I have found that healing the childhood neglect and abuse that--without exception--underlie the development of a sexual addiction is also essential if the individual is to have the truly transformative recovery he or she deserves. I aspire to offer patience, empathy, expertise, and loving, respectful care to my clients, which I hope they experience from me in our work together.
(646) 941-7691 View (646) 941-7691
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Dr. Tara Emrani
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005
I assist patients with a wide range of difficulties including depression, anxiety (including personal or work-induced - social and generalized), adjustment disorders, trauma, relational challenges, grief and bereavement, and couples therapy, premarital counseling as well as adult ADHD.
I believe in practical and actionable psychotherapy. Therapy that is tailored to your goals and provides helpful guidance. My clients include individuals and couples from diverse professional backgrounds.
I assist patients with a wide range of difficulties including depression, anxiety (including personal or work-induced - social and generalized), adjustment disorders, trauma, relational challenges, grief and bereavement, and couples therapy, premarital counseling as well as adult ADHD.
I believe in practical and actionable psychotherapy. Therapy that is tailored to your goals and provides helpful guidance. My clients include individuals and couples from diverse professional backgrounds.
(718) 650-2243 View (718) 650-2243
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Michael Cruz
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005  (Online Only)
I am also experienced working with issues related to trauma, sexual assault, substance use, infidelity, depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship challenges, LGBTQIA+.
I am a New York based LP-Mental Health Counselor with Avena Psychological Services. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychological Sciences and Communication from the University of Connecticut, and my Master’s degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Columbia University. I utilize an integrative approach to counseling based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and informed by Multicultural and Feminist Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and DBT. In utilizing these modalities, I provide a safe and nurturing space for clients to heal.
I am also experienced working with issues related to trauma, sexual assault, substance use, infidelity, depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship challenges, LGBTQIA+.
I am a New York based LP-Mental Health Counselor with Avena Psychological Services. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychological Sciences and Communication from the University of Connecticut, and my Master’s degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Columbia University. I utilize an integrative approach to counseling based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and informed by Multicultural and Feminist Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and DBT. In utilizing these modalities, I provide a safe and nurturing space for clients to heal.
(646) 798-5228 View (646) 798-5228
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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.