Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL
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Shareen Ancog
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
If you need help, I am here for you. Regardless of your mental health situation, I am committed to supporting you. I offer assistance with grief, PTSD, anxiety, depression, dissociation, bipolar disorder, body image issues, PNES, and various other concerns. My approach is transparent, and I tailor my methods to suit each unique situation. My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself through a variety of therapeutic processes, including CBT, DBT, self-havening, audio therapy, hypnotherapy, VNS activation, autogenics, EMDR, and IFS.
If you need help, I am here for you. Regardless of your mental health situation, I am committed to supporting you. I offer assistance with grief, PTSD, anxiety, depression, dissociation, bipolar disorder, body image issues, PNES, and various other concerns. My approach is transparent, and I tailor my methods to suit each unique situation. My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself through a variety of therapeutic processes, including CBT, DBT, self-havening, audio therapy, hypnotherapy, VNS activation, autogenics, EMDR, and IFS.
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My specialization lies in trauma therapy for children and adolescents, I also work with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Life's unexpected twists and turns can leave us feeling lost, but having someone who offers support without judgment can make all the difference. Creating a safe haven where individuals can freely express their emotions is both an honor and a privilege. If you're facing challenges and feel stuck, know that you don't have to go through it alone. As a former Army soldier and an Air Force spouse, I understand the anxiety and uncertainty that often accompany life's "hurry up and wait" moments. I believe this shouldn't extend to mental health—we deserve proactive support.
My specialization lies in trauma therapy for children and adolescents, I also work with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Life's unexpected twists and turns can leave us feeling lost, but having someone who offers support without judgment can make all the difference. Creating a safe haven where individuals can freely express their emotions is both an honor and a privilege. If you're facing challenges and feel stuck, know that you don't have to go through it alone. As a former Army soldier and an Air Force spouse, I understand the anxiety and uncertainty that often accompany life's "hurry up and wait" moments. I believe this shouldn't extend to mental health—we deserve proactive support.
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Kim Marie Losquadro
Counselor, MS, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Together as a team, we can help you recover from trauma or infidelity, learn to trust and love again, and rebuild your life and your relationship.
Congratulations on taking the first step to make positive changes in your life and your relationships. Whether you or your relationship is in crisis, or if you seek change, there is hope. I am committed to helping individuals and couples improve their lives and their most valued relationships. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome personal challenges and tailor my counseling approach to match the needs of my clients thereby empowering you to create the life you have always dreamed of. My work with couples utilizes the Gottman Method Couples Therapy which can enhance your relationships in just 3 sessions.
Together as a team, we can help you recover from trauma or infidelity, learn to trust and love again, and rebuild your life and your relationship.
Congratulations on taking the first step to make positive changes in your life and your relationships. Whether you or your relationship is in crisis, or if you seek change, there is hope. I am committed to helping individuals and couples improve their lives and their most valued relationships. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome personal challenges and tailor my counseling approach to match the needs of my clients thereby empowering you to create the life you have always dreamed of. My work with couples utilizes the Gottman Method Couples Therapy which can enhance your relationships in just 3 sessions.
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I specialize in addressing trauma, grief, and life stressors that teens, young adults, and professionals need help processing.
My desire as a therapist is to help others discover the joy in living. I believe that those burdened with traumatic or distressing life events can find hope, healing, and freedom. Many high-performing, intelligent people secretly battle anxiety, depression, and trauma/stress, and they become overwhelmed trying to handle it alone. The mask of perfection smiles that "everything is ok," while the true person feels lost, drained, and confused. If you or a loved one are having difficulty navigating life due to upsetting, stressful life experiences, therapy can provide opportunities to breathe deeply again and look forward to a new day.
I specialize in addressing trauma, grief, and life stressors that teens, young adults, and professionals need help processing.
My desire as a therapist is to help others discover the joy in living. I believe that those burdened with traumatic or distressing life events can find hope, healing, and freedom. Many high-performing, intelligent people secretly battle anxiety, depression, and trauma/stress, and they become overwhelmed trying to handle it alone. The mask of perfection smiles that "everything is ok," while the true person feels lost, drained, and confused. If you or a loved one are having difficulty navigating life due to upsetting, stressful life experiences, therapy can provide opportunities to breathe deeply again and look forward to a new day.
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If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or stress, I am here to help. In addition, I have experience working with military families and service members. I have helped clients with military unique stressors, combat trauma, sexual assault trauma, nightmares, hyper-vigilance, irritability, and anger. Besides treating PTSD, I have also assisted clients with anxiety, depression, family issues, life stress, parenting challenges, and men's issues. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), which is an evidenced based modality for treating PTSD and trauma.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or stress, I am here to help. In addition, I have experience working with military families and service members. I have helped clients with military unique stressors, combat trauma, sexual assault trauma, nightmares, hyper-vigilance, irritability, and anger. Besides treating PTSD, I have also assisted clients with anxiety, depression, family issues, life stress, parenting challenges, and men's issues. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), which is an evidenced based modality for treating PTSD and trauma.
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Mayor Mental Health LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Mayor Mental Health LLC has clinicians that specialize in the following areas: trauma, PTSD, military and First Responders, OCD, anxiety, postpartum depression/anxiety, military spouses, teens and kids, pornography/sex addiction, depression, stress and life transitions, and faith-based counseling.
Welcome to Mayor Mental Health LLC! We are a mental health clinic in Fort Walton Beach, offering both virtual and in-person sessions. We are owned by a husband/wife team of licensed therapists- Robert Mayor, LMHC and Kelly Mayor, LCSW. Together we have 24 years combined experience in the mental health field. We have a few other clinicians on our staff as well. We provide high-quality and evidenced-based care to assist our clients with improving their mental health. We love watching our clients succeed in reaching their goals.
Mayor Mental Health LLC has clinicians that specialize in the following areas: trauma, PTSD, military and First Responders, OCD, anxiety, postpartum depression/anxiety, military spouses, teens and kids, pornography/sex addiction, depression, stress and life transitions, and faith-based counseling.
Welcome to Mayor Mental Health LLC! We are a mental health clinic in Fort Walton Beach, offering both virtual and in-person sessions. We are owned by a husband/wife team of licensed therapists- Robert Mayor, LMHC and Kelly Mayor, LCSW. Together we have 24 years combined experience in the mental health field. We have a few other clinicians on our staff as well. We provide high-quality and evidenced-based care to assist our clients with improving their mental health. We love watching our clients succeed in reaching their goals.
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Your Empowering Solutions (Y.E.S), every “YES” in your life is associated with demands of time, commitment, rest and focus. When we run into challenges it can be so tough to develop a plan that contains self-love, empowerment and confidence. For those who have been victims of interpersonal violence (domestic violence, sex assault, survivor of childhood trauma or assault) or a traumatic experience. My 15 years of experience offers recognizing patterns, expressing emotions, communication skills and setting boundaries Together we will create a plan, of ways to cope, heal, and live a high performing life!
Your Empowering Solutions (Y.E.S), every “YES” in your life is associated with demands of time, commitment, rest and focus. When we run into challenges it can be so tough to develop a plan that contains self-love, empowerment and confidence. For those who have been victims of interpersonal violence (domestic violence, sex assault, survivor of childhood trauma or assault) or a traumatic experience. My 15 years of experience offers recognizing patterns, expressing emotions, communication skills and setting boundaries Together we will create a plan, of ways to cope, heal, and live a high performing life!
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I help clients battling mixed emotions: anxiety, depression, worries, fear, and trauma. They have excessive/some worry that is difficult to control, occurring more days than not for more than 30 days and beyond. They might also experience motor tension, autonomic hyperactivity, and hypervigilance. I work with you to create short- and long-term goals to reduce symptoms' frequency, intensity, and duration so that daily functioning is not impaired. The plan is to stabilize anxiety levels while increasing the ability to function. Help resolve the core conflict causing the anxiety. Enhance ability to cope with daily and life stressors.
I help clients battling mixed emotions: anxiety, depression, worries, fear, and trauma. They have excessive/some worry that is difficult to control, occurring more days than not for more than 30 days and beyond. They might also experience motor tension, autonomic hyperactivity, and hypervigilance. I work with you to create short- and long-term goals to reduce symptoms' frequency, intensity, and duration so that daily functioning is not impaired. The plan is to stabilize anxiety levels while increasing the ability to function. Help resolve the core conflict causing the anxiety. Enhance ability to cope with daily and life stressors.
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I have enjoyed working with various population groups over the years. I have specialized training and experience treating co-occurring disorders, and trauma. I am especially passionate about my work with individuals who have experienced Human Trafficking (HT) and/or the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) and childhood trauma. My ideal client wants to change and needs guidance, support, and assistance with developing and/or meeting their goals.
I have enjoyed working with various population groups over the years. I have specialized training and experience treating co-occurring disorders, and trauma. I am especially passionate about my work with individuals who have experienced Human Trafficking (HT) and/or the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) and childhood trauma. My ideal client wants to change and needs guidance, support, and assistance with developing and/or meeting their goals.
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I help people overcome trauma, anxiety, OCD, low self-esteem, depression, and more.
Welcome! My name is Elizabeth Yoak, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. Reaching out for help can be an intimidating obstacle at first, and I am so glad you've taken this step! I specialize in helping people overcome trauma, anxiety, and mood disorders. In my approach, I use a variety of techniques tailored to my client's specific needs. Some of the approaches I use include EMDR, mindfulness, DBT, CBT, and more. Each person is unique in their story and therefore the approach I use with each client varies based on what works best for them.
I help people overcome trauma, anxiety, OCD, low self-esteem, depression, and more.
Welcome! My name is Elizabeth Yoak, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. Reaching out for help can be an intimidating obstacle at first, and I am so glad you've taken this step! I specialize in helping people overcome trauma, anxiety, and mood disorders. In my approach, I use a variety of techniques tailored to my client's specific needs. Some of the approaches I use include EMDR, mindfulness, DBT, CBT, and more. Each person is unique in their story and therefore the approach I use with each client varies based on what works best for them.
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I enjoy helping people work through trauma-induced disorders such as post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
The ideal client is an individual who desires help. I am not going to work harder than anyone to better themselves. You have to be willing to do the work with me. This work is hard. It is not fun to talk about things that you have struggled with and I deeply understand this. The reason I got into counseling is that I was forced to go to counseling as a child and refused to engage. It was not until I was a teenager and made the decision to ask for help, that it made a difference. Your desire and passion to want to make a difference in your life matters. I can help you on your path.
I enjoy helping people work through trauma-induced disorders such as post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
The ideal client is an individual who desires help. I am not going to work harder than anyone to better themselves. You have to be willing to do the work with me. This work is hard. It is not fun to talk about things that you have struggled with and I deeply understand this. The reason I got into counseling is that I was forced to go to counseling as a child and refused to engage. It was not until I was a teenager and made the decision to ask for help, that it made a difference. Your desire and passion to want to make a difference in your life matters. I can help you on your path.
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Erika Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Not accepting new clients
Trauma changes us and the way we see the world.
What does it mean to be human? Often it means feeling lost, confused, and at war with yourself. It can mean feeling like the weight of the world is on your shoulders, and that you’re expected to have everything figured out. But being human is all these painful things, and so much more. It’s feeling the sun shining on your face, laughing with people you love, being truly seen and understood. Feeling safe and calm in your body. Riding the waves of life with an inner trust that you can handle whatever comes. Therapy is a place to practice being human. To feel your messy emotions and be celebrated in setting goals and achieving them.
Trauma changes us and the way we see the world.
What does it mean to be human? Often it means feeling lost, confused, and at war with yourself. It can mean feeling like the weight of the world is on your shoulders, and that you’re expected to have everything figured out. But being human is all these painful things, and so much more. It’s feeling the sun shining on your face, laughing with people you love, being truly seen and understood. Feeling safe and calm in your body. Riding the waves of life with an inner trust that you can handle whatever comes. Therapy is a place to practice being human. To feel your messy emotions and be celebrated in setting goals and achieving them.
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Cowick Mental Health Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAPSW
Verified Verified
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 (Online Only)
I am certified in multiple aspects to tackle trauma (complex, race-based).
Serving Florida and Kentucky residents - I am an Army Veteran as well as current spouse, so I also can relate to the military lifestyle. All are welcome as my clients! Many people come to therapy with many years of experience in therapy or maybe for the first time. As a client of mine, you can ensure you will find a safe space, free from judgment.
I am certified in multiple aspects to tackle trauma (complex, race-based).
Serving Florida and Kentucky residents - I am an Army Veteran as well as current spouse, so I also can relate to the military lifestyle. All are welcome as my clients! Many people come to therapy with many years of experience in therapy or maybe for the first time. As a client of mine, you can ensure you will find a safe space, free from judgment.
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" Through the use of psychotherapy grounded in psychoanalytical and cognitive behavioral theories we'll address anxiety, depression, trauma, mood and stress related disorders.
Feeling sad, depressed, overwhelmed or anxious? Afraid your marriage won’t last, or your child’s grades are dropping? Life experiences trigger a cascade of painful emotions, limiting beliefs, and destructive thoughts and patterns of behavior that can seem impossible to resolve. Together we'll use methods to understand and remove obstacles and limiting beliefs that prevent you from living.
" Through the use of psychotherapy grounded in psychoanalytical and cognitive behavioral theories we'll address anxiety, depression, trauma, mood and stress related disorders.
Feeling sad, depressed, overwhelmed or anxious? Afraid your marriage won’t last, or your child’s grades are dropping? Life experiences trigger a cascade of painful emotions, limiting beliefs, and destructive thoughts and patterns of behavior that can seem impossible to resolve. Together we'll use methods to understand and remove obstacles and limiting beliefs that prevent you from living.
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Raina Burlak
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CCTP, CTMH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 (Online Only)
I have advanced training in mindfulness, military sexual trauma, shame and suicidality in veterans, dissociative disorders, and moral injury.
I can help you use your strengths to meet your goals. Let's engage in a you-focused, judgement free, empathetic, skillful and goal directed conversation. Let's work through the dark emotions together. With support it can once again feel safe to rekindle hope and reprocess the felt memories that stick. We will focus on your goals and view you as capable with strengths. Hope and healing is possible.
I have advanced training in mindfulness, military sexual trauma, shame and suicidality in veterans, dissociative disorders, and moral injury.
I can help you use your strengths to meet your goals. Let's engage in a you-focused, judgement free, empathetic, skillful and goal directed conversation. Let's work through the dark emotions together. With support it can once again feel safe to rekindle hope and reprocess the felt memories that stick. We will focus on your goals and view you as capable with strengths. Hope and healing is possible.
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Solaris Counseling Services, LLC
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LCPC, BC-TMH, QS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Issues typically addressed include anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, mood disorder, and more.
It is said that the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Congratulations on taking the first step on your journey to healing, self-discovery, and growth. We are a group of Licensed Clinicians with Solaris Counseling Services. We have a passion for working with individuals who have experienced trauma, intense anxiety, and identity confusion. Our therapeutic approach integrates multiple theoretical frameworks such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and reality therapy, based on each clients' individually voiced goals in treatment.
Issues typically addressed include anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, mood disorder, and more.
It is said that the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Congratulations on taking the first step on your journey to healing, self-discovery, and growth. We are a group of Licensed Clinicians with Solaris Counseling Services. We have a passion for working with individuals who have experienced trauma, intense anxiety, and identity confusion. Our therapeutic approach integrates multiple theoretical frameworks such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and reality therapy, based on each clients' individually voiced goals in treatment.
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I want you to know that there is light at the end of the tunnel and that light is NOT an oncoming bus (smile). You have a purpose in this life, and you are NOT the sum total of your mistakes. As we walk through your trauma and disappointments, we will get off the detour road and find the road you were destined to walk on.
I want you to know that there is light at the end of the tunnel and that light is NOT an oncoming bus (smile). You have a purpose in this life, and you are NOT the sum total of your mistakes. As we walk through your trauma and disappointments, we will get off the detour road and find the road you were destined to walk on.
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Tripoli Hall
Counselor, LMHC-QS, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Not accepting new clients
By utilizing play therapy interventions and other evidence based practices, children, adolescents, and adults receive a safe place to deal with trauma and emotional issues through metaphoric play.
Each client and their family want to feel unique and that the therapeutic process we embark on is tailored to them. At The Wisdom Tree Counseling Services, a non-judgmental space is created along with empowerment and encouragement so that no matter the stage of life you are in, the results of this transformation will be powerful. At the end of every session, you have hope that you will accomplish all of the treatments goals and objectives that have been identified in our initial session.
By utilizing play therapy interventions and other evidence based practices, children, adolescents, and adults receive a safe place to deal with trauma and emotional issues through metaphoric play.
Each client and their family want to feel unique and that the therapeutic process we embark on is tailored to them. At The Wisdom Tree Counseling Services, a non-judgmental space is created along with empowerment and encouragement so that no matter the stage of life you are in, the results of this transformation will be powerful. At the end of every session, you have hope that you will accomplish all of the treatments goals and objectives that have been identified in our initial session.
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Alexandra Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Specializing in eating disorders, anxiety, and trauma, my practice is built on the belief that everyone already has within them the resources to heal, grow, and thrive.
My clients often come to therapy grappling with uncertainty, high stress, or loneliness in their lives. Sometimes they are feeling intense emotions, or behaving in ways that are confusing and frustrating for them. They may be feeling disconnected from other people, or feeling overly worried about how others perceive them. They are seeking more connection, peace and balance in their day-to-day.
Specializing in eating disorders, anxiety, and trauma, my practice is built on the belief that everyone already has within them the resources to heal, grow, and thrive.
My clients often come to therapy grappling with uncertainty, high stress, or loneliness in their lives. Sometimes they are feeling intense emotions, or behaving in ways that are confusing and frustrating for them. They may be feeling disconnected from other people, or feeling overly worried about how others perceive them. They are seeking more connection, peace and balance in their day-to-day.
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Crystal Gillette Copeland
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS
Verified Verified
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Psychotherapy is my “calling” and I incorporate evidence-based practices including CBT, CPT, REBT, trauma-focused cognitive therapy, cognitive-behavioral conjoint psychotherapy, along with reality and exposure therapies.
Congratulations on your courageous decision to seek help! The process of healing begins with taking responsibility, realizing that it is you – and no one else – that creates your thoughts, feelings, and actions. Self-awareness is the first step to change. Only you are aware of your unique circumstances and needs from therapy. I go above and beyond to help those like you who choose to actively help themselves. Understand that the path to self-discovery and growth is not easy. It involves commitment, personal investment, and a desire to delve into the process of growth, healing, and self-love.
Psychotherapy is my “calling” and I incorporate evidence-based practices including CBT, CPT, REBT, trauma-focused cognitive therapy, cognitive-behavioral conjoint psychotherapy, along with reality and exposure therapies.
Congratulations on your courageous decision to seek help! The process of healing begins with taking responsibility, realizing that it is you – and no one else – that creates your thoughts, feelings, and actions. Self-awareness is the first step to change. Only you are aware of your unique circumstances and needs from therapy. I go above and beyond to help those like you who choose to actively help themselves. Understand that the path to self-discovery and growth is not easy. It involves commitment, personal investment, and a desire to delve into the process of growth, healing, and self-love.
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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.