Trauma and PTSD Therapists in 10038

Whether you are facing a time of transition, feeling impacted by painful life events, or struggling with the effects of childhood or recent trauma, I am here to support you. I typically work with clients who appreciate and need a therapeutic space that is warm, connected, deeply reflective, and exploratory. I operate from the philosophy that despite the sometimes painful exchanges with our environment and those around us, at our core we are constructive, creative beings desiring love and closeness.

I take a creative approach to my client's needs by combining traditional talk therapy with mindfulness & body based treatment modalities and techniques, including Somatic Experiencing, attachment focused EMDR and Inner Relationship Focusing (IFR). I have over 15 years of experience helping individuals with issues related to anxiety, eating disorders, trauma (developmental, medical and shock), panic, depression, and relationship issues. Through our work together my clients will come to feel more understood, more comfortable and more confident in their lives.

I do NOT take insurance. Everyone has a story and I want to hear yours. I will help you to develop awareness and empowerment so that you can heal your relationship with yourself and be in charge of your own life. I work from a fundamentally nonjudgmental lens and I view clients holistically, taking in all of the parts and pieces that make you who you are. I will never see you as a diagnosis. Goodness of fit is critical and I will personalize therapy to meet your unique needs. You might come in with one concern in mind, only to find out it's all connected! I believe humor and unconventional thinking will take us far.

There are many ways to process experiences and feelings, not simply limited to talking. Integrating psychotherapy and creative expression can provide a refreshing, insightful, and effective experience in therapy. Some of my areas of focus include trauma, anxiety and depression, stress, loss and life transitions, as well as family and relationship difficulties, among others.

I provide supportive, psychodynamic, interactive therapy to individuals and couples. In the process of deeply exploring underlying reasons for pain and undesired behavior, I also focus on client's strengths, some of which are often undiscovered. I tailor the treatment to the client's needs and use an eclectic approach. I prefer to work with clients who are motivated and curious. My treatment approach is not limited to talk therapy. My specialites include: EMDR, which is particularly helpful to clients who are stuck in an unwanted pattern of behavior and/or who have experienced trauma.

I have been a psychotherapist for 12 years, specializing in individual and couples therapy for adults. I practice primarily from a psychodynamic approach with emphasis on the immediate, relational aspects of treatment. I work to build safety, trust, and intimacy between us so that we can explore the deeper patterns that may be affecting your life. I also incorporate a trauma-informed lens to help clients better understand and transform the effects of past events. I specialize in working with both acute and complex trauma, and understand the gravity of social trauma and the insidious ways that oppression can hinder us.

I am a psychotherapist who specializes in the gentle process of discovery, opening and the release of unwanted feelings, stuck and frozen places inside of you, and trauma. In working with your unique history, I help you find your own self regulation and self empowerment around areas in your life that trigger, low self esteem, unresolved issues, difficult emotions, depression, anxiety, rage and unwanted behaviors. I create a safe space for clients to bring their issues and problems.

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.

I help clients heal from trauma and anxiety. I work with my clients to find the roots of their symptoms so they may find relief as quickly as possible. If you are experiencing panic attacks, PTSD, obsessive thoughts, depression or general anxiety, I can help you to heal from these issues. I am skilled in both talk therapy and brain-based techniques such as Brainspotting and hypnosis that help to move along the therapy.

Hi there, I am Lauraine, a psychosomatic practitioner passionate about helping people connect their minds and bodies for a more fulfilling and authentic life. I believe that true healing involves understanding the deep connection between our thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations. Together, we will explore the root causes of the challenges you are facing. By working with your nervous system and body sensations, we can uncover and release behaviors and patterns that no longer serve you. My goal is to support you in finding new ways of being that promote balance, peace, and self-awareness.

As an integrative psychotherapist who incorporates a range of psychodynamic and mind/body modalities and techniques, I work with individuals and couples. My passion to provide the best treatment I can is informed by ongoing learning and integration of the latest research. Following 4 years of relational psychoanalytic training, I started years of intensive study of trauma, EMDR, mindfulness, and Somatic Psychotherapy. Additionally, I have a speciality in couples counseling and trained in the Gottman Method and Sue Johnson's Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples. I consider myself an EFT therapist.

Do you suffer from anxiety and can’t stop worrying about things? Do you have intrusive thoughts about your experiences that cause difficulty sleeping and concentrating? Do you find it challenging to take the necessary steps to deal with dysfunctional relationships? Do you overexercise, or indulge in food or alcohol? Imagine how good it would feel not to constantly worry about how you will handle the next difficult situation or to be haunted by past disturbing experiences? How great it would be not to invest your energy into worrying about your relationships and instead enjoying them while staying true to who you are.

I believe that depression and anxiety emerge from patterns of emotion, thought, and behavior that we learned in order to survive. So therapy begins with a faith that you came by your struggles honestly, in an effort to protect yourself and make sense of your world. From there, the first step is to recognize how these patterns function now in your life and your mind, and to believe in the possibility that you can feel different--freer, safer, calmer, more lovable.

People who work with me are often looking for longer-term therapy, where we address deeper issues in a safe relationship, at your own pace. We may work well together if you are coping with a difficult family, relationship trouble, recurrent mental health problems (e.g. PTSD, BPD, MDD), or a life transition (e.g. grief, break-up, parenting, career change, spiritual/religious crisis). I also work with people seeking individual therapy that makes room for the big problems of our time. You may wish to explore working with me if part of your distress concerns climate change, politics, discrimination, or other collective stressors.

I relate to client struggles through the lens of real-world experience. During my 30 year career supporting others through workplace and life challenges as a leadership and executive coach in HR/organizational and leadership development roles for corporations and nonprofits, I found my calling as a psychotherapist in how “what we do,” intersects with “who we are." My approach is eclectic and intuitive, tailored to your unique needs, and drawing from various therapeutic modalities, including neuro-informed somatic practice, and strengths-based perspectives.

Do you struggle with anxiety or feel lost in how to heal from past trauma? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure about how to cope with complex relationships? Struggling with intense emotions and trauma can feel exhausting and impact every aspect of our lives, even our physical health. As a therapist and yoga instructor, I bring my insight of the mind-body connection to help clients cultivate a healthier relationship with themselves, draw wisdom from their own emotions including anxiety, heal from trauma, and foster a greater sense of health in their relationships.

Do you feel that past experiences have created trauma that thwart your efforts to live a truly fulfilled and happy life? Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, overwhelming emotions, and shame, which can often be connected to relational, developmental, and intergenerational traumas and family of origin histories. They seek help in how to break unwanted cycles of internal conflict, self-doubt, and unhealthy relationship patterns, toward a more realized and happy life. Many have found talk therapy to be helpful, but have not been able to access deeper layers of experience that lie at the root of their struggles.

As a trauma resolution therapist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, I help humans increase their bodily awareness about who they are, why they do the things they do, and who they would like to become. I trained in Sex Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, EMDR, Art therapy, and Inner Relationship Focusing, I integrate these approaches in the gestalt. I work with people who have difficulty accessing, connecting with, and verbalizing their feelings, as well as those with low self-esteem within their relationships. All humans can reach out to me, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, Sex+, CNM, and Kink folks are welcomed with an open heart.

My goal as a therapist is to provide a mixture of optimism, honesty, humor, and direct practicality. I have a genuine interest in each person seeking treatment and think of the therapeutic relationship as a unique collaborative partnership. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). I specialize in helping individuals who struggle with anxiety and depression or who encounter difficulties within relationships overcome the daily intrusion of negative thoughts and behaviors by providing solution-focused treatment and support. My interests are trauma, mood disorders, LGBTQ identity and supports, relationships, and parenting.