Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Helena, AL
Karmel Mayo (Reaching Wholeness, LLC)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Helena, AL 35080
Are you looking for someone to truly listen with genuine warmth, acceptance, and encouragement? Are you struggling at home, work or school, facing stressful or painful events in your life, and simply needing someone to openly listen? If you need help with managing stressors such as anxiety, depression and PTSD, you can schedule an appointment with me. I will work with you as an individual in designing a treatment plan around your needs while providing a confidential setting and establishing a trusting connection so together we can explore pathways to your own health and well-being.
Are you looking for someone to truly listen with genuine warmth, acceptance, and encouragement? Are you struggling at home, work or school, facing stressful or painful events in your life, and simply needing someone to openly listen? If you need help with managing stressors such as anxiety, depression and PTSD, you can schedule an appointment with me. I will work with you as an individual in designing a treatment plan around your needs while providing a confidential setting and establishing a trusting connection so together we can explore pathways to your own health and well-being.
Emily Franklin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Helena, AL 35080
I have a background working with various populations, including but not limited to those individuals struggling with trauma, self esteem, depression, anxiety and grief.
I believe that counseling enables people to be the best version of themselves. My goal is to empower you to make positive choices in your life. I also believe that one of the most important aspects of counseling is the therapeutic relationship between client and counselor. I feel this relationship should provide you with the confidence to navigate life's many challenges.
I have a background working with various populations, including but not limited to those individuals struggling with trauma, self esteem, depression, anxiety and grief.
I believe that counseling enables people to be the best version of themselves. My goal is to empower you to make positive choices in your life. I also believe that one of the most important aspects of counseling is the therapeutic relationship between client and counselor. I feel this relationship should provide you with the confidence to navigate life's many challenges.
Savannah Joy Donahoe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MEd
Verified Verified
Helena, AL 35080 (Online Only)
Seeking counseling can be very challenging. My goal is to create a safe space for all individuals and assist them with their journey into self-exploration and self-discovery. I value the importance of diversity, self-identity, and multicultural competency. I have background working with various populations, including but not limited to those struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, self-esteem, gender identity concerns and grief. I have experience providing LGTQ and gender affirming care, including HRT Letters of support.
Seeking counseling can be very challenging. My goal is to create a safe space for all individuals and assist them with their journey into self-exploration and self-discovery. I value the importance of diversity, self-identity, and multicultural competency. I have background working with various populations, including but not limited to those struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, self-esteem, gender identity concerns and grief. I have experience providing LGTQ and gender affirming care, including HRT Letters of support.
Cindy Sharp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Helena, AL 35080
Do you find yourself constantly being triggered by past trauma? Are you experiencing feelings of worry and self-doubt that cause you to feel stuck and not able to live the life you dreamed of? Do you find yourself struggling to find normalcy again after a divorce, bad break-up, unexpected loss or this Covid-19 pandemic? Are you a parent with a preteen or teen that’s dealing with anxiety or depression?
Do you find yourself constantly being triggered by past trauma? Are you experiencing feelings of worry and self-doubt that cause you to feel stuck and not able to live the life you dreamed of? Do you find yourself struggling to find normalcy again after a divorce, bad break-up, unexpected loss or this Covid-19 pandemic? Are you a parent with a preteen or teen that’s dealing with anxiety or depression?
Daniel Maddox
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Helena, AL 35080
Hi, I’m Daniel, a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Alabama! I understand that the challenges we face can greatly affect the quality of our lives. As a therapist, I assist individuals in finding hope for a better future by utilizing an affirming, empowering, and judgment-free approach in a safe environment. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing depression, stress & anxiety, survivors of trauma and abuse, as well as couples with relationship distress.
Hi, I’m Daniel, a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Alabama! I understand that the challenges we face can greatly affect the quality of our lives. As a therapist, I assist individuals in finding hope for a better future by utilizing an affirming, empowering, and judgment-free approach in a safe environment. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing depression, stress & anxiety, survivors of trauma and abuse, as well as couples with relationship distress.
I have had the privilege of helping women cope with the trauma and grief of losing their babies due to miscarriage, stillbirth or post delivery death.
As a Clinician & Psychotherapist, I am invested in helping you achieve your goals and dreams. Whether it be developing critical coping skills to fight depression and anxiety, helping you resolve issues from the past, or navigating relationship issues, I am committed to your success and health. In this world of criticism, negativity and self-doubt, I want to help you overcome the challenges and struggles you face and empower you to flourish and thrive. We can work together to help break down the barriers in your life and enable you to reach your full potential.
I have had the privilege of helping women cope with the trauma and grief of losing their babies due to miscarriage, stillbirth or post delivery death.
As a Clinician & Psychotherapist, I am invested in helping you achieve your goals and dreams. Whether it be developing critical coping skills to fight depression and anxiety, helping you resolve issues from the past, or navigating relationship issues, I am committed to your success and health. In this world of criticism, negativity and self-doubt, I want to help you overcome the challenges and struggles you face and empower you to flourish and thrive. We can work together to help break down the barriers in your life and enable you to reach your full potential.
Melissa Snyder
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Helena, AL 35080
Waitlist for new clients
Please call Pesek Counseling at 205-624-3076 to verify my availability to take new clients at the time of your call. I am passionate about supporting the growth or rediscovery of hope in my clients. I counsel adolescents and adults with concerns including depression, anxieties, mood instability, behavioral problems, difficult transitions, relationship dynamics, and issues related to stress and trauma.
Please call Pesek Counseling at 205-624-3076 to verify my availability to take new clients at the time of your call. I am passionate about supporting the growth or rediscovery of hope in my clients. I counsel adolescents and adults with concerns including depression, anxieties, mood instability, behavioral problems, difficult transitions, relationship dynamics, and issues related to stress and trauma.
My most common clients include those struggling with anxiety, ADHD, poor boundaries/people-pleasing tendencies, relationship or attachment issues, perinatal issues, and any type of previous trauma.
Accepting new clients! I pride myself in being a very intuitive person and naturally allow clients to feel at ease, especially if it's their first time in therapy. I will provide a safe space for us to explore any mental health/life concerns. If you'd like a gentler approach or a more straight-forward approach, I can do either- that is the beauty of personalized treatment! I like to utilize a person-centered approach to ensure you feel heard and validated.
My most common clients include those struggling with anxiety, ADHD, poor boundaries/people-pleasing tendencies, relationship or attachment issues, perinatal issues, and any type of previous trauma.
Accepting new clients! I pride myself in being a very intuitive person and naturally allow clients to feel at ease, especially if it's their first time in therapy. I will provide a safe space for us to explore any mental health/life concerns. If you'd like a gentler approach or a more straight-forward approach, I can do either- that is the beauty of personalized treatment! I like to utilize a person-centered approach to ensure you feel heard and validated.
As a Clinician and Psychotherapist, I am committed to providing a therapeutic relationship that will foster your healing and personal growth. As a Therapist I pride myself on being authentic, nonjudgmental, and deeply empathetic. I am particularly skilled at working with addiction and family members dealing with their loved one’s addiction. I have helped individuals with a variety of other issues which include stress, anxiety, depression, women’s issues, relationship issues, grief and trauma.
As a Clinician and Psychotherapist, I am committed to providing a therapeutic relationship that will foster your healing and personal growth. As a Therapist I pride myself on being authentic, nonjudgmental, and deeply empathetic. I am particularly skilled at working with addiction and family members dealing with their loved one’s addiction. I have helped individuals with a variety of other issues which include stress, anxiety, depression, women’s issues, relationship issues, grief and trauma.
Areas of specialty include but are not limited to: anxiety and/or depression, pre-marital/marital issues, chronic pain/illness, chemical dependency, family issues, dealing with trauma/abuse from the past, and grief and loss.
NOW ACCEPTING BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD AND UNITED HEALTHCARE I have over 30 years experience in the Mental Health field, having worked in a variety of settings. I have certification in Trauma Counseling. I work with all ages, regardless of sex, race, lifestyle choice, or economic status. If you are having challenges because of anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, or family issues, I can provide you with assistance. I am also a Certified Transformation Life Coach - helping people transform their lives and realize their dreams.
Areas of specialty include but are not limited to: anxiety and/or depression, pre-marital/marital issues, chronic pain/illness, chemical dependency, family issues, dealing with trauma/abuse from the past, and grief and loss.
NOW ACCEPTING BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD AND UNITED HEALTHCARE I have over 30 years experience in the Mental Health field, having worked in a variety of settings. I have certification in Trauma Counseling. I work with all ages, regardless of sex, race, lifestyle choice, or economic status. If you are having challenges because of anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, or family issues, I can provide you with assistance. I am also a Certified Transformation Life Coach - helping people transform their lives and realize their dreams.
Holding space at $30/hr for individuals and relationships at Restoring Hope Counseling Center in Birmingham, AL. The ever-flowing and shifting experience of life can encompass joy, worry, hurt, beauty, and difficulty. I have a passion for working with those experiencing major life transitions such as grief, loss, birth, perinatal, postpartum, parenthood. I work with relationships experiencing betrayal, addiction, transition, and communication difficulties. Processing trauma is welcomed and held in this space. I warmly affirm and support individuals in Neurodivergent and LGBTQAI+ communities.
Holding space at $30/hr for individuals and relationships at Restoring Hope Counseling Center in Birmingham, AL. The ever-flowing and shifting experience of life can encompass joy, worry, hurt, beauty, and difficulty. I have a passion for working with those experiencing major life transitions such as grief, loss, birth, perinatal, postpartum, parenthood. I work with relationships experiencing betrayal, addiction, transition, and communication difficulties. Processing trauma is welcomed and held in this space. I warmly affirm and support individuals in Neurodivergent and LGBTQAI+ communities.
Whitney Knox McDaniel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Helena, AL 35080
Are you a new parent? Have you recently become the caregiver for a young child, maybe as a result of things beyond your control? Are you the parent or caregiver for a toddler, or a child with a developmental delay or disorder, or a child who has experienced trauma or other disruptive or challenging circumstances? Maybe your family is going through life changes and transitions. Or maybe you are experiencing post partum depression or anxiety (this happens to mothers AND fathers!) Maybe you are a teacher or childcare professional trying to support kids and families. You need support and compassion; a place to be real and just breathe
Are you a new parent? Have you recently become the caregiver for a young child, maybe as a result of things beyond your control? Are you the parent or caregiver for a toddler, or a child with a developmental delay or disorder, or a child who has experienced trauma or other disruptive or challenging circumstances? Maybe your family is going through life changes and transitions. Or maybe you are experiencing post partum depression or anxiety (this happens to mothers AND fathers!) Maybe you are a teacher or childcare professional trying to support kids and families. You need support and compassion; a place to be real and just breathe
Topics for counseling include anxiety, depression, crisis intervention, adverse childhood events, family life issues and life changes, school concerns, separation and divorce, sexual concerns, sleep disturbance and trauma.
I am a Christian Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Alabama who provides in office and virtual counseling. I am an independent nationally certified counselor who has experience working with teens and adults. I am experienced in rehabilitation, coping with anxiety and depression, grief, adverse childhood events, crisis intervention and trauma in both adolescents and adults. I employ an eclectic mix of modalities to meet each client's unique needs. I believe everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life's difficulties and feel supported.
Topics for counseling include anxiety, depression, crisis intervention, adverse childhood events, family life issues and life changes, school concerns, separation and divorce, sexual concerns, sleep disturbance and trauma.
I am a Christian Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Alabama who provides in office and virtual counseling. I am an independent nationally certified counselor who has experience working with teens and adults. I am experienced in rehabilitation, coping with anxiety and depression, grief, adverse childhood events, crisis intervention and trauma in both adolescents and adults. I employ an eclectic mix of modalities to meet each client's unique needs. I believe everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life's difficulties and feel supported.
Katie Bearden
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Helena, AL 35080
As a mental health therapist, I have experience working with adults and adolescents struggling with a variety of mental health issues such as; depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
Do you find yourself concerned about your mental well-being due to depression, anxiety, a mood disorder, self-harm, or poor performance at school or work? Are you struggling with how to manage your emotions or mental health? Are you concerned about your teenager's mental health? My goal is to help guide my clients as a supportive team-member in their therapeutic journey and help assist families with making their relationships stronger. I like to cater my therapeutic approach for my clients based on their narrative and develop coping skills to help manage their challenges based on their specific needs.
As a mental health therapist, I have experience working with adults and adolescents struggling with a variety of mental health issues such as; depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
Do you find yourself concerned about your mental well-being due to depression, anxiety, a mood disorder, self-harm, or poor performance at school or work? Are you struggling with how to manage your emotions or mental health? Are you concerned about your teenager's mental health? My goal is to help guide my clients as a supportive team-member in their therapeutic journey and help assist families with making their relationships stronger. I like to cater my therapeutic approach for my clients based on their narrative and develop coping skills to help manage their challenges based on their specific needs.
My own mental health journey has led me on a path to help others in a deeply understanding way that only comes from lived experience. My areas of special interest are new parents, women's mental health, religious trauma, and LGBTQ+ affirming care.
My own mental health journey has led me on a path to help others in a deeply understanding way that only comes from lived experience. My areas of special interest are new parents, women's mental health, religious trauma, and LGBTQ+ affirming care.
Shelly Mitchell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, EdS, LPC-S, NCC, NCSC
Verified Verified
Helena, AL 35080
You are the expert on your life and your story. My goal is to provide a safe, judgement free environment where you can share and explore your narratives. Therapy can empower you to access and mobilize your natural and inherent strengths. When you are ready, I can provide encouragement and support as you plan, develop, & write the next chapters in your story.
You are the expert on your life and your story. My goal is to provide a safe, judgement free environment where you can share and explore your narratives. Therapy can empower you to access and mobilize your natural and inherent strengths. When you are ready, I can provide encouragement and support as you plan, develop, & write the next chapters in your story.
Marlene Kay Carver
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Helena, AL 35080 (Online Only)
Sometimes life’s problems and dilemmas need to be addressed in counseling or they could possibly interfere with the opportunity for you to experience a happier, purposeful, balanced, and fulfilling life. I invite you to join me in a therapeutic relationship that facilitates understanding your thoughts and feelings. By utilizing this developing knowledge, together we can explore and resolve the conflicts in your life rather than feeling stuck. With genuine warmth, compassion, and understanding we can look at skills and tools that will help you feel less anxious or depressed.
Sometimes life’s problems and dilemmas need to be addressed in counseling or they could possibly interfere with the opportunity for you to experience a happier, purposeful, balanced, and fulfilling life. I invite you to join me in a therapeutic relationship that facilitates understanding your thoughts and feelings. By utilizing this developing knowledge, together we can explore and resolve the conflicts in your life rather than feeling stuck. With genuine warmth, compassion, and understanding we can look at skills and tools that will help you feel less anxious or depressed.
Jay Pesek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Helena, AL 35080
We treat children, adolescents and adults with behavioral issues, mood disorders, developmental and personality disorders. I work with parents to develop behavioral plans for their homes and families to supplement the therapy done with their children/adolescents in my office.
We treat children, adolescents and adults with behavioral issues, mood disorders, developmental and personality disorders. I work with parents to develop behavioral plans for their homes and families to supplement the therapy done with their children/adolescents in my office.
Tara H Bradley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Helena, AL 35080
Waitlist for new clients
As a Clinician & Psychotherapist, it is a privilege to be in partnership with you on your journey towards healing, life improvement and reaching your dreams and full potential. I have had the opportunity to serve in a multitude of settings and am comfortable meeting your needs, even if they seem overwhelming to you at this time.
As a Clinician & Psychotherapist, it is a privilege to be in partnership with you on your journey towards healing, life improvement and reaching your dreams and full potential. I have had the opportunity to serve in a multitude of settings and am comfortable meeting your needs, even if they seem overwhelming to you at this time.
Jennifer has twenty+ years of experience as a therapist and has been licensed in Alabama since 2003. Jennifer provides individual therapy to youth and adults. She has worked most often with women and adolescents. She believes firmly in a client’s ability to heal and grow. She is especially equipped in assisting clients in moving from hopelessness to hopefulness and increasing resilience. Jennifer uses authenticity, connection, and depth of insight to assist the client in healing and moving through their past issues, negative patterns, and experiencing transformative change. She feels it a privilege to be a part of the process.
Jennifer has twenty+ years of experience as a therapist and has been licensed in Alabama since 2003. Jennifer provides individual therapy to youth and adults. She has worked most often with women and adolescents. She believes firmly in a client’s ability to heal and grow. She is especially equipped in assisting clients in moving from hopelessness to hopefulness and increasing resilience. Jennifer uses authenticity, connection, and depth of insight to assist the client in healing and moving through their past issues, negative patterns, and experiencing transformative change. She feels it a privilege to be a part of the process.
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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.