Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Bullhead City, AZ
Alexis Wolf Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Bullhead City, AZ 86426
Waitlist for new clients
Thank you for visiting my profile! Working with you, my aim is to help you find a place within yourself where you are able to be honest, locate your inner resiliency, and strengthen your ability to cope in a healthy manner. My main areas of focus include trauma processing and attachment issues. The main modalities I use include talk therapy to build rapport and a sense of feeling seen, EMDR to help process trauma, and neurofeedback to help regulate and retrain the mind. I believe talk therapy can be very helpful and validating, but I would often come to find that my clients (and myself) would hit a plateau at a certain point.
Thank you for visiting my profile! Working with you, my aim is to help you find a place within yourself where you are able to be honest, locate your inner resiliency, and strengthen your ability to cope in a healthy manner. My main areas of focus include trauma processing and attachment issues. The main modalities I use include talk therapy to build rapport and a sense of feeling seen, EMDR to help process trauma, and neurofeedback to help regulate and retrain the mind. I believe talk therapy can be very helpful and validating, but I would often come to find that my clients (and myself) would hit a plateau at a certain point.
Maria feels strongly about protecting and preventing revictimization or re traumatizing the client.
Maria Rawson is dedicated to improving the lives of her clients. She is passionate about connecting with the people she serves and creating a safe environment to process, work, and manage trauma. Her goal is to encourage growth and resilience in those who have survived traumatic experiences, bring families together, and heal generational traumas. Maria is a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist and holds a certificate in Traumatic Stress Studies through the Trauma Research Foundation.
Maria feels strongly about protecting and preventing revictimization or re traumatizing the client.
Maria Rawson is dedicated to improving the lives of her clients. She is passionate about connecting with the people she serves and creating a safe environment to process, work, and manage trauma. Her goal is to encourage growth and resilience in those who have survived traumatic experiences, bring families together, and heal generational traumas. Maria is a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist and holds a certificate in Traumatic Stress Studies through the Trauma Research Foundation.
Jenny Janssens
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (Online Only)
I am experience with a variety mental health diagnosis including: Major Depression, Anxiety disorder, Relationship issues, Autism spectrum, Emotional dysregulation/ Personality disorders, Childhood trauma, PTSD, and Addictions.
Hello, I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Arizona, Oregon and Colorado. I approach counseling with the understanding that all clients are doing the best they can with what they know. As an experienced therapist I explore with the client what is getting in the way of living a healthy and satisfying life. I use an integrated psychotherapy approach that is tailored to work with the client’s strengths, personality, and needs. My specialties are DBT skills training, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Cognitive processing, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, and mindfulness skills.
I am experience with a variety mental health diagnosis including: Major Depression, Anxiety disorder, Relationship issues, Autism spectrum, Emotional dysregulation/ Personality disorders, Childhood trauma, PTSD, and Addictions.
Hello, I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Arizona, Oregon and Colorado. I approach counseling with the understanding that all clients are doing the best they can with what they know. As an experienced therapist I explore with the client what is getting in the way of living a healthy and satisfying life. I use an integrated psychotherapy approach that is tailored to work with the client’s strengths, personality, and needs. My specialties are DBT skills training, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Cognitive processing, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, and mindfulness skills.
Bernadette Boozer
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (Online Only)
I am well versed and experienced in working with a variety of populations. My specialty focuses on adults who experienced trauma while in foster care; adults experiencing separation and divorce, depression, anxiety, caregiver, and compassion fatigue, newfound-COVID stressors, grief, and loss. My clinical approach encompasses several different evidence-based therapeutic modalities and is delivered in a compassionate and meaningful way.
I am well versed and experienced in working with a variety of populations. My specialty focuses on adults who experienced trauma while in foster care; adults experiencing separation and divorce, depression, anxiety, caregiver, and compassion fatigue, newfound-COVID stressors, grief, and loss. My clinical approach encompasses several different evidence-based therapeutic modalities and is delivered in a compassionate and meaningful way.
Erica Reveron
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (Online Only)
I am a licensed professional counselor with over 12 years of experience working with adults and adolescences experiencing complex and generational trauma, depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. I have worked with individuals and families experiencing relationship discord, separation, loss, and adjustment disorders. I approach therapy in an integrative, client-centered manner to ensure the best care is provided. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to include cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, solution-focused, psychoeducational, trauma-informed, mindfulness, as well as others.
I am a licensed professional counselor with over 12 years of experience working with adults and adolescences experiencing complex and generational trauma, depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. I have worked with individuals and families experiencing relationship discord, separation, loss, and adjustment disorders. I approach therapy in an integrative, client-centered manner to ensure the best care is provided. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to include cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, solution-focused, psychoeducational, trauma-informed, mindfulness, as well as others.
Erika Pena Gamez
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (Online Only)
She holds a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and a B.A. from Park University in Parkville, Missouri. She is Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Arizona and was previously licensed as a Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida. She is dedicated to helping others improve their lives through education, insight, and change. With over 15 years’ experience in working with families, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients; She has assisted clients in learning new ways of coping with life changes, negative past traumatic experiences, in dealing with depression, anxiety,
She holds a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and a B.A. from Park University in Parkville, Missouri. She is Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Arizona and was previously licensed as a Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida. She is dedicated to helping others improve their lives through education, insight, and change. With over 15 years’ experience in working with families, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients; She has assisted clients in learning new ways of coping with life changes, negative past traumatic experiences, in dealing with depression, anxiety,
Rachel Staben
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (Online Only)
Are you ready to find a safe place to explore what is leading to the pain and concerns in your life, while finding your true self along the way? Do you want real effective ways to transform depression, anxiety, and other experiences into internal spaciousness, calm, and joy? Do you feel that your past continues to affect your present feelings and beliefs about yourself and the world? Do you feel that something within you is getting in the way of having the relationships you desire? Do you simply feel alone in your suffering? I would love to join you on your journey to finding greater freedom.
Are you ready to find a safe place to explore what is leading to the pain and concerns in your life, while finding your true self along the way? Do you want real effective ways to transform depression, anxiety, and other experiences into internal spaciousness, calm, and joy? Do you feel that your past continues to affect your present feelings and beliefs about yourself and the world? Do you feel that something within you is getting in the way of having the relationships you desire? Do you simply feel alone in your suffering? I would love to join you on your journey to finding greater freedom.
Susan Olvera
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed associate counselor with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grand Canyon University. I specialize in treating issues related to trauma and abuse, substance abuse, depression and anxiety. I am a certified ERP therapist for the treatment of OCD. My focus is working with individuals and meeting them at their level of readiness for change and toward goal identification and providing the necessary tools to assist them in identifying & achieving skills to live a productive life. Also, my approach is more structured with evidence-based approaches.
I am a licensed associate counselor with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grand Canyon University. I specialize in treating issues related to trauma and abuse, substance abuse, depression and anxiety. I am a certified ERP therapist for the treatment of OCD. My focus is working with individuals and meeting them at their level of readiness for change and toward goal identification and providing the necessary tools to assist them in identifying & achieving skills to live a productive life. Also, my approach is more structured with evidence-based approaches.
Online Therapists
Nicholas Beard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Nicholas Beard, and I am the owner of Bridgewater Behavioral Health. I am native of Lake Havasu City, Arizona and am currently working between Arizona and Texas. Over the last 10 years, I have trained and practiced in helping individuals with issues such as anxiety, depression, body image, relationships, family conflict, trauma, and sexual abuse. I am nationally certified and licensed with both the state of Arizona and Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Hello! My name is Nicholas Beard, and I am the owner of Bridgewater Behavioral Health. I am native of Lake Havasu City, Arizona and am currently working between Arizona and Texas. Over the last 10 years, I have trained and practiced in helping individuals with issues such as anxiety, depression, body image, relationships, family conflict, trauma, and sexual abuse. I am nationally certified and licensed with both the state of Arizona and Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Cindy Unger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, LPC, CPC
Verified Verified
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
Are you struggling with anxiety or trying to manage stress or relationships in your life? Do you have a dream or goal that you want to achieve? I'm here to help! I work with adults and older teens struggling with anxiety & panic attacks, OCD-related challenges, pregnancy/postpartum struggles and birth trauma, addiction, past sexual assault and/or abuse, relationship conflicts and difficulties (especially in dating, marriage, and breakups), and life transitions. I have a background in alternative health and I value an approach that integrates physical health, relationships, medical and non-medical approaches, and self-empowerment.
Are you struggling with anxiety or trying to manage stress or relationships in your life? Do you have a dream or goal that you want to achieve? I'm here to help! I work with adults and older teens struggling with anxiety & panic attacks, OCD-related challenges, pregnancy/postpartum struggles and birth trauma, addiction, past sexual assault and/or abuse, relationship conflicts and difficulties (especially in dating, marriage, and breakups), and life transitions. I have a background in alternative health and I value an approach that integrates physical health, relationships, medical and non-medical approaches, and self-empowerment.
Jennifer Affuso
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Golden Valley, AZ 86413 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I graduated from Indiana University with a Post Baccalaureate degree in substance abuse counseling and a Masters degree in social work. I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health field such as: addictions, grief and loss, couples/ family counseling, anxiety, depression and trauma related stressors. I am committed to working with a diverse population and have experience in various settings. I have a passion for working with individuals and their families as they encounter life changes and various transitions. I am committed to working with people in both brief.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I graduated from Indiana University with a Post Baccalaureate degree in substance abuse counseling and a Masters degree in social work. I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health field such as: addictions, grief and loss, couples/ family counseling, anxiety, depression and trauma related stressors. I am committed to working with a diverse population and have experience in various settings. I have a passion for working with individuals and their families as they encounter life changes and various transitions. I am committed to working with people in both brief.
Ask Coach Gwen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ABD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (Online Only)
She has experience in subject matters of Mental & Behavioral Health, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, and Chemical Dependency.
Coach Gwen offers Life & Career Coaching, and Mental & Behavioral Health and Chemical Dependency Counseling for individuals, families, couples, and group therapy. One of my passions and area of experience is with working with clients that have experienced trauma, abuse and neglect. I also enjoy working with clients in need of anger management, cognitive reconstruction, and mindfulness training. My company Ask Coach Gwen's goal is simple: to foster an environment of Total Wellness, encompassing mind, body, & soul.
She has experience in subject matters of Mental & Behavioral Health, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, and Chemical Dependency.
Coach Gwen offers Life & Career Coaching, and Mental & Behavioral Health and Chemical Dependency Counseling for individuals, families, couples, and group therapy. One of my passions and area of experience is with working with clients that have experienced trauma, abuse and neglect. I also enjoy working with clients in need of anger management, cognitive reconstruction, and mindfulness training. My company Ask Coach Gwen's goal is simple: to foster an environment of Total Wellness, encompassing mind, body, & soul.
I offer virtual therapy for people suffering with symptoms of trauma, major depression, severe anxiety, ADHD, autism, grief, intellectual disabilities, behavioral disorders, women’s issues, men’s issues, relationship, marital, parenting issues, divorce, as well as phase of life transitions. I have also worked with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and individuals and families dealing with substance abuse/addiction issues. I am very comfortable with people of all gender identities, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and Allies (LGBTQIA+).
I offer virtual therapy for people suffering with symptoms of trauma, major depression, severe anxiety, ADHD, autism, grief, intellectual disabilities, behavioral disorders, women’s issues, men’s issues, relationship, marital, parenting issues, divorce, as well as phase of life transitions. I have also worked with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and individuals and families dealing with substance abuse/addiction issues. I am very comfortable with people of all gender identities, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and Allies (LGBTQIA+).
I have worked in partnership with people in using their strengths to develop strategies to manage their stress, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, social isolation, and trauma related events.
As a licensed therapist, I have supported a variety of people in resolving troublesome situations that have been limiting their ability to effectively meet the challenges of their daily lives. These situations may be related to their jobs, relationships with friends and family, or the negative self-talk that we impose on ourselves. I have worked alongside families that are experiencing challenges related to having a child with a developmental disability. This included supporting the child with the disability themselves.
I have worked in partnership with people in using their strengths to develop strategies to manage their stress, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, social isolation, and trauma related events.
As a licensed therapist, I have supported a variety of people in resolving troublesome situations that have been limiting their ability to effectively meet the challenges of their daily lives. These situations may be related to their jobs, relationships with friends and family, or the negative self-talk that we impose on ourselves. I have worked alongside families that are experiencing challenges related to having a child with a developmental disability. This included supporting the child with the disability themselves.
Olivia Huard
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LMSW, CFMTS
Verified Verified
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404 (Online Only)
I am experienced in working with individuals and families as they adjust to major life changes due to complex medical conditions and illnesses, trauma, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, encouraging clients to return to or discover their optimal level of functioning.
I am an AZ Licensed Associate Clinical Social Worker with experience working with Adult Complex Care Management programs (including palliative care and hospice), and providing psychotherapy to individuals including first responders, veterans and their families, adolescents and children ages 8 and up. I have personal experience working with families that have children with special needs and completed a SibShop Certification to provide support to children and their families. My approach to therapy is candid and genuine and I strive to provide authentic and effective techniques in the form of coping skills and education.
I am experienced in working with individuals and families as they adjust to major life changes due to complex medical conditions and illnesses, trauma, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, encouraging clients to return to or discover their optimal level of functioning.
I am an AZ Licensed Associate Clinical Social Worker with experience working with Adult Complex Care Management programs (including palliative care and hospice), and providing psychotherapy to individuals including first responders, veterans and their families, adolescents and children ages 8 and up. I have personal experience working with families that have children with special needs and completed a SibShop Certification to provide support to children and their families. My approach to therapy is candid and genuine and I strive to provide authentic and effective techniques in the form of coping skills and education.
Dawn Kufeld
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CPC
Verified Verified
Kingman, AZ 86401 (Online Only)
Hello! In such uncertain times, many children and families are experiencing difficulties ranging from school issues, peer issues, parent/child issues, stress, depression, and anxiety to name a few. These challenges may be very difficult to manage and additional guidance and support may be needed. My goal and passion it to help children and their families to reconnect to the beauty of life and learn how to navigate such challenges. I utilize an eclectic approach to facilitate a nurturing, communicative, and positive atmosphere to help each child/family to move forward with their treatment goals and help strengthen the family unit.
Hello! In such uncertain times, many children and families are experiencing difficulties ranging from school issues, peer issues, parent/child issues, stress, depression, and anxiety to name a few. These challenges may be very difficult to manage and additional guidance and support may be needed. My goal and passion it to help children and their families to reconnect to the beauty of life and learn how to navigate such challenges. I utilize an eclectic approach to facilitate a nurturing, communicative, and positive atmosphere to help each child/family to move forward with their treatment goals and help strengthen the family unit.
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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.