Therapists in Maitland, FL
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, body dysmorphia, trauma and PTSD, anxiety and depressive disorders, adjustment disorders, , grief and loss, self esteem, interpersonal difficulties and phase of life issues.
Life can be beautiful and also challenging and overwhelming. Sometimes we need a little help finding our way on our path towards healing. I believe in creating a safe space, listening with kindness and compassion and collaborating in the therapeutic process. As a therapist, it is my hope to walk alongside my clients, reminding them they are not alone, holding space for their pain and suffering and guiding them in the direction of peace, joy, compassion, understanding, and hope.
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, body dysmorphia, trauma and PTSD, anxiety and depressive disorders, adjustment disorders, , grief and loss, self esteem, interpersonal difficulties and phase of life issues.
Life can be beautiful and also challenging and overwhelming. Sometimes we need a little help finding our way on our path towards healing. I believe in creating a safe space, listening with kindness and compassion and collaborating in the therapeutic process. As a therapist, it is my hope to walk alongside my clients, reminding them they are not alone, holding space for their pain and suffering and guiding them in the direction of peace, joy, compassion, understanding, and hope.
Neurocognitive specialist for children, teens, adults, couples, & families navigating trauma, anxiety, grief/loss, adjustments (including homeschooling), stressors from chronic medical issues (e.g., various types of dementia, Alzheimer’s, post stroke, aphasia, TBI, cancer), & neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., ADD/ADHD, Asperger's/autism). Licensed Mental Health Counselor and EMDR Therapist with certifications in the areas of complex trauma (Levels I & II), dementia care, autism, ADHD, anxiety, and grief. Former psychometrist for Dr. Dano Leli (neuropsychologist), where I helped individuals navigate next steps & healing post evals.
Neurocognitive specialist for children, teens, adults, couples, & families navigating trauma, anxiety, grief/loss, adjustments (including homeschooling), stressors from chronic medical issues (e.g., various types of dementia, Alzheimer’s, post stroke, aphasia, TBI, cancer), & neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., ADD/ADHD, Asperger's/autism). Licensed Mental Health Counselor and EMDR Therapist with certifications in the areas of complex trauma (Levels I & II), dementia care, autism, ADHD, anxiety, and grief. Former psychometrist for Dr. Dano Leli (neuropsychologist), where I helped individuals navigate next steps & healing post evals.
Rachel Everett
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, PhD, RMHCI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Maitland, FL 32751
I provide an empathetic, collaborative, and integrative approach to loss, trauma, meaning and identity, and mood disorders. In my practice, I primarily work with individuals and families who have experienced trauma, grief, end of life concerns, chronic illness, and mood disorders. I use a multicultural and trauma-informed humanistic approach to working with adults as well as children and adolescents. My educational background includes being EMDR trained (EMDRIA approved) and I have a Ph.D. in Philosophy from Vanderbilt and a M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from Rollins College.
I provide an empathetic, collaborative, and integrative approach to loss, trauma, meaning and identity, and mood disorders. In my practice, I primarily work with individuals and families who have experienced trauma, grief, end of life concerns, chronic illness, and mood disorders. I use a multicultural and trauma-informed humanistic approach to working with adults as well as children and adolescents. My educational background includes being EMDR trained (EMDRIA approved) and I have a Ph.D. in Philosophy from Vanderbilt and a M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from Rollins College.
I specialize in helping individuals, couples, & families through anxiety related issues including trauma ( PTSD & grief/loss), phobias, ADD/ADHD, Asperger's/Autism Spectrum, educational & homeschool challenges, pre-marital & marital counseling, sexual & intimacy issues, infertility, chronic medical conditions, single/co-parenting, & blended family challenges.
Specialist for children, teens, adults, couples, & families in the areas of trauma, anxiety, grief/loss, adjustments, navigating legal stressors, navigating stressors of chronic medical issues, & neurodevelopmental disorders (ADD/ADHD, Asperger's/Autism Spectrum). Board Certified Sex Therapist helping couples navigating trauma, sexual, medical, intimacy, and communication challenges. Licensed Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, EMDR Therapist, Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, Juvenile & Adult Forensic Evaluator, Qualified Parent Coordinator, and a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family, County Court, and Appellate Mediator.
I specialize in helping individuals, couples, & families through anxiety related issues including trauma ( PTSD & grief/loss), phobias, ADD/ADHD, Asperger's/Autism Spectrum, educational & homeschool challenges, pre-marital & marital counseling, sexual & intimacy issues, infertility, chronic medical conditions, single/co-parenting, & blended family challenges.
Specialist for children, teens, adults, couples, & families in the areas of trauma, anxiety, grief/loss, adjustments, navigating legal stressors, navigating stressors of chronic medical issues, & neurodevelopmental disorders (ADD/ADHD, Asperger's/Autism Spectrum). Board Certified Sex Therapist helping couples navigating trauma, sexual, medical, intimacy, and communication challenges. Licensed Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, EMDR Therapist, Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, Juvenile & Adult Forensic Evaluator, Qualified Parent Coordinator, and a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family, County Court, and Appellate Mediator.
Miranda Harris
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern , MA, RMHCI, CYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Maitland, FL 32751
I utilize a holistic, collaborative, and trauma-informed approach to therapy to help clients experiencing depression, anxiety, adjustment concerns, low self-esteem, relational issues, and disconnection.
I am committed to helping young adults and teens find a lasting sense of purpose and wellbeing. I enjoy working with a multitude of populations and have a passion for supporting individuals experiencing identity concerns and those working through trauma related issues.
I utilize a holistic, collaborative, and trauma-informed approach to therapy to help clients experiencing depression, anxiety, adjustment concerns, low self-esteem, relational issues, and disconnection.
I am committed to helping young adults and teens find a lasting sense of purpose and wellbeing. I enjoy working with a multitude of populations and have a passion for supporting individuals experiencing identity concerns and those working through trauma related issues.
Counseling Specialists of Central Florida
Trauma, Anxiety, ADD, ADHD, Grief, Autism
Verified Verified
Maitland, FL 32751
We specialize in helping children, teens, adults, couples, & families overcome trauma (including PTSD, grief/loss, victim/witness recovery); anxiety (including OCD, panic, phobias); depression; self-harm; educational & homeschool challenges; neurodevelopmental disorders (including ADD/ADHD, Asperger's/ASD); pre-marital & marital counseling; sexual & intimacy issues; pregnancy-related challenges; medical diagnoses (including debilitating, chronic, terminal illnesses); separation/single parenting/co-parenting challenges; divorce recovery; blended family challenges; legal stressors; eldercare stressors; & life adjustments.
We specialize in helping children, teens, adults, couples, & families overcome trauma (including PTSD, grief/loss, victim/witness recovery); anxiety (including OCD, panic, phobias); depression; self-harm; educational & homeschool challenges; neurodevelopmental disorders (including ADD/ADHD, Asperger's/ASD); pre-marital & marital counseling; sexual & intimacy issues; pregnancy-related challenges; medical diagnoses (including debilitating, chronic, terminal illnesses); separation/single parenting/co-parenting challenges; divorce recovery; blended family challenges; legal stressors; eldercare stressors; & life adjustments.
Monica Young
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Maitland, FL 32751
Waitlist for new clients
Working with adolescents/teens and adults experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Loss, Relationship/Family Distress, Trauma, PTSD, General Stress, Phase of life challenges, and more.
One of the greatest pains in life is not knowing. Not knowing how to deal with a challenging situation, such as a troubled relationship, a traumatic experience, or unexplained mood swings. Maybe you simply want help, for yourself or someone you know who may be dealing with a difficult life transition. Well, there is one thing you should know, there's HOPE (not just a cliché). As the owner of HOPE's Corner Counseling I believe in providing the most up-to-date counseling strategies to meet your unique needs & rebuild your HOPE.
Working with adolescents/teens and adults experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Loss, Relationship/Family Distress, Trauma, PTSD, General Stress, Phase of life challenges, and more.
One of the greatest pains in life is not knowing. Not knowing how to deal with a challenging situation, such as a troubled relationship, a traumatic experience, or unexplained mood swings. Maybe you simply want help, for yourself or someone you know who may be dealing with a difficult life transition. Well, there is one thing you should know, there's HOPE (not just a cliché). As the owner of HOPE's Corner Counseling I believe in providing the most up-to-date counseling strategies to meet your unique needs & rebuild your HOPE.
Morgan A. Rahimi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PHM-C, EMDR, QS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Maitland, FL 32751
Are days bringing you more than you can deal with? Life adjustments causing you to feel something is emotionally off or challenging? Let's work together at getting you to happy and healthy in as brief a time frame as possible. I will work collaboratively with you to develop an individual strategy that enables you to meet your specific goals and gain coping skills while getting you more in the moment and less in your head. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 11 years of experience specializing in mental wellness, perinatal struggles, couples, parenting, trauma and addictions.
Are days bringing you more than you can deal with? Life adjustments causing you to feel something is emotionally off or challenging? Let's work together at getting you to happy and healthy in as brief a time frame as possible. I will work collaboratively with you to develop an individual strategy that enables you to meet your specific goals and gain coping skills while getting you more in the moment and less in your head. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 11 years of experience specializing in mental wellness, perinatal struggles, couples, parenting, trauma and addictions.
Whether you are looking for individual therapy or couples therapy, I invite you to my website to read further about my approach to therapy and the specific services I offer, which include EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Trauma-Informed Integrative Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
You are wanting to feel better. Something in your life is not working very well for you at this point, and you would like to figure out how to improve things so you can live a satisfying and fulfilling life (or at least one that doesn't feel so darn hard all the time). Therapy is a great support for you in that process.
Whether you are looking for individual therapy or couples therapy, I invite you to my website to read further about my approach to therapy and the specific services I offer, which include EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Trauma-Informed Integrative Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
You are wanting to feel better. Something in your life is not working very well for you at this point, and you would like to figure out how to improve things so you can live a satisfying and fulfilling life (or at least one that doesn't feel so darn hard all the time). Therapy is a great support for you in that process.
Cassidy Kozusko
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RMHCI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Maitland, FL 32751
Cassidy has spent the majority of her time working with teens, young adults, and couples, regarding issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, major life transitions, relationship problems, disordered eating, and spirituality issues.
Are you feeling frustrated and confused by your closest relationships? Do you find yourself stuck in familiar negative patterns, in your relationships or your own habits? While our greatest heartaches often come to us in the form of relationships, they can also be the doorway to providing healing and reparative experiences. Sometimes we need another calm and caring presence to help us express our emotions, to gain clarity where we have confusion, and fumble our way forward out of the stuck places. Therapy can provide a healing relationship, a place to receive attentive and non-judgemental listening, and hope for a better tomorrow.
Cassidy has spent the majority of her time working with teens, young adults, and couples, regarding issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, major life transitions, relationship problems, disordered eating, and spirituality issues.
Are you feeling frustrated and confused by your closest relationships? Do you find yourself stuck in familiar negative patterns, in your relationships or your own habits? While our greatest heartaches often come to us in the form of relationships, they can also be the doorway to providing healing and reparative experiences. Sometimes we need another calm and caring presence to help us express our emotions, to gain clarity where we have confusion, and fumble our way forward out of the stuck places. Therapy can provide a healing relationship, a place to receive attentive and non-judgemental listening, and hope for a better tomorrow.
I use experiential modalities, such as breathwork, past-life regression and heart-centered hypnotherapy to assist in releasing mental, emotional and physical blocks, as well as in relieving symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression and PTSD.
I believe that we are experts in our own lives and that we possess an inner wisdom within us to guide us. Sometimes we might get out of balance and become misaligned or disconnected from our authentic self, which may cause symptoms of depression and anxiety. During these times, we need assistance to navigate through our life's journey while working through difficult emotions, life-transforming events and challenges we may encounter. I view the counseling experience as a partnership. I act as a guide, providing tools to assist you become clear and centered to better be able to make choices that are right for you.
I use experiential modalities, such as breathwork, past-life regression and heart-centered hypnotherapy to assist in releasing mental, emotional and physical blocks, as well as in relieving symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression and PTSD.
I believe that we are experts in our own lives and that we possess an inner wisdom within us to guide us. Sometimes we might get out of balance and become misaligned or disconnected from our authentic self, which may cause symptoms of depression and anxiety. During these times, we need assistance to navigate through our life's journey while working through difficult emotions, life-transforming events and challenges we may encounter. I view the counseling experience as a partnership. I act as a guide, providing tools to assist you become clear and centered to better be able to make choices that are right for you.
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Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, IMT3648, NCC, CFRA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maitland, FL 32751 (Online Only)
My areas of treatment expertise include: eating disorders, anxiety & depressive disorders, trauma, and family/relational/interpersonal conflicts.
We all need & seek connection; connection with others, connection to certain feelings or things, connection to ideas & goals, connection with ourselves. Whether you're struggling with feelings of disconnection, or are looking to better manage/improve upon current connections, I believe that there is strength, growth, & hope in numbers - we weren't meant to go it alone. As a graduate from UCF with a Masters degree in Marriage, Couples, & Family therapy, I operate from a systemic perspective - utilizing an integrative, holistic approach.
My areas of treatment expertise include: eating disorders, anxiety & depressive disorders, trauma, and family/relational/interpersonal conflicts.
We all need & seek connection; connection with others, connection to certain feelings or things, connection to ideas & goals, connection with ourselves. Whether you're struggling with feelings of disconnection, or are looking to better manage/improve upon current connections, I believe that there is strength, growth, & hope in numbers - we weren't meant to go it alone. As a graduate from UCF with a Masters degree in Marriage, Couples, & Family therapy, I operate from a systemic perspective - utilizing an integrative, holistic approach.
in Clinical Psychology and deal with a wide range of disorders, including depression, anxiety, trauma, food/eating, life adjustment, grief, and daily life stress.
We all have stuff! I understand that every person has their own journey and I am privileged and invested in helping you start living an overall better life. I am dedicated in offering therapy that is personal. I treat you as the person you are, taking a human-centered approach to show up as a real person, regardless of titles, educational backgrounds, and clinical knowledge. In addition to individual therapy, I work with couples and families to address coparenting, family issues, premarital counseling, and sex and relationship counseling.
in Clinical Psychology and deal with a wide range of disorders, including depression, anxiety, trauma, food/eating, life adjustment, grief, and daily life stress.
We all have stuff! I understand that every person has their own journey and I am privileged and invested in helping you start living an overall better life. I am dedicated in offering therapy that is personal. I treat you as the person you are, taking a human-centered approach to show up as a real person, regardless of titles, educational backgrounds, and clinical knowledge. In addition to individual therapy, I work with couples and families to address coparenting, family issues, premarital counseling, and sex and relationship counseling.
Sunshine Senior Counseling Beth Davalos MSW, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RPT-S, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Maitland, FL 32751
NOW accepting new clients as of 10/15/2024. Sunshine Senior Counseling is a group practice of 12 clinicians. We specialize in working with adults in a variety of living settings and private homes. Our therapists have expertise working in areas of grief, depression, anxiety, loneliness, life transitions, mental illness, trauma, early-stage Dementia & Alzheimer’s, as well as with caregivers. I am the Clinical Director at Sunshine Counseling with over 30 years of experience working with seniors, adults, children, and teens. I love my work and strive to provide a caring & uplifting environment in which our clients can heal and grow.
NOW accepting new clients as of 10/15/2024. Sunshine Senior Counseling is a group practice of 12 clinicians. We specialize in working with adults in a variety of living settings and private homes. Our therapists have expertise working in areas of grief, depression, anxiety, loneliness, life transitions, mental illness, trauma, early-stage Dementia & Alzheimer’s, as well as with caregivers. I am the Clinical Director at Sunshine Counseling with over 30 years of experience working with seniors, adults, children, and teens. I love my work and strive to provide a caring & uplifting environment in which our clients can heal and grow.
Hi! My name is Joshua Kessler! I am a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern in the state of Florida. I am deeply passionate about walking with broken, hurting, and struggling people through the deepest and darkest experiences of their lives. I believe that the presence of another person in those spaces is what brings growth and is particularly important to have when attempting to walk through trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, sexuality, and relationship issues. I am especially passionate about helping individuals struggling with sexual addiction and hope to help many break free of that addictive cycle.
Hi! My name is Joshua Kessler! I am a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern in the state of Florida. I am deeply passionate about walking with broken, hurting, and struggling people through the deepest and darkest experiences of their lives. I believe that the presence of another person in those spaces is what brings growth and is particularly important to have when attempting to walk through trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, sexuality, and relationship issues. I am especially passionate about helping individuals struggling with sexual addiction and hope to help many break free of that addictive cycle.
Melissa Ann Roush
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Maitland, FL 32751 (Online Only)
I can help uncover the beliefs and possible trauma or attachment wounds that are preventing you from living a fulfilling life.
You are aching to live a more authentic, fulfilling and empowered life, yet you are struggling to know how to proceed. I get it. I have been there. We build lives on foundations based in old programs, expectations, and beliefs and then when we feel the call for something more, we can feel stuck, anxious, or guilt. The life we built no longer suits us and we need help navigating change as we rebuild. Perhaps a relationship, a career, a midlife awakening (or pandemic) has triggered a longing for something more meaningful or fulfilling. Or maybe, something less- less drama, less stress, less anxiety, less soul sucking.
I can help uncover the beliefs and possible trauma or attachment wounds that are preventing you from living a fulfilling life.
You are aching to live a more authentic, fulfilling and empowered life, yet you are struggling to know how to proceed. I get it. I have been there. We build lives on foundations based in old programs, expectations, and beliefs and then when we feel the call for something more, we can feel stuck, anxious, or guilt. The life we built no longer suits us and we need help navigating change as we rebuild. Perhaps a relationship, a career, a midlife awakening (or pandemic) has triggered a longing for something more meaningful or fulfilling. Or maybe, something less- less drama, less stress, less anxiety, less soul sucking.
Shoshana Vigorito
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maitland, FL 32751
I have a wide range of specialities from depression, anxiety, trauma, sexuality, health concerns, family or relationship issues, career coaching, self esteem, addiction and adjustment issues.
My goal is to create an environment that is safe to heal. One that each person can speak freely without fear of judgement or ridicule.I confront the core issues with warmth so that we can tackle each problem one-by-one. I can work with individuals, children, adolescents, couples or families. I am referred to as a "family therapist" because I work with one person or many at the same time. Sessions are tailored to the client needs and goals. Talk therapy is not for everyone and if someone has difficulty expressing themselves we can use other modalities.
I have a wide range of specialities from depression, anxiety, trauma, sexuality, health concerns, family or relationship issues, career coaching, self esteem, addiction and adjustment issues.
My goal is to create an environment that is safe to heal. One that each person can speak freely without fear of judgement or ridicule.I confront the core issues with warmth so that we can tackle each problem one-by-one. I can work with individuals, children, adolescents, couples or families. I am referred to as a "family therapist" because I work with one person or many at the same time. Sessions are tailored to the client needs and goals. Talk therapy is not for everyone and if someone has difficulty expressing themselves we can use other modalities.
Julie Fleet Bilsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, Q-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maitland, FL 32751
Areas of Expertise: Anxiety, Depression, Self Worth & Personal Empowerment, Relationship issues, Grief & Bereavement, Loss, Aging related issues, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, Trauma, Attachment, Performance Anxiety, Complex Mental Health with Medical Conditions, Pandemic Anxieties, Life Transitions, Women's & Men's issues, Employment issues, and Adhd.
Anxiety and depression are treatable, it's not your fault, and your moods don't have to control you. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy you can get better and live the life you're meant to live. Anxiety, panic attacks, depression, obsessive thinking, adhd and other disorders may be experienced by themselves or in combination. Differentiating the nuances to treat appropriately and effectively takes a highly experienced and trained professional working with you. Please contact me today to schedule your appt
Areas of Expertise: Anxiety, Depression, Self Worth & Personal Empowerment, Relationship issues, Grief & Bereavement, Loss, Aging related issues, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, Trauma, Attachment, Performance Anxiety, Complex Mental Health with Medical Conditions, Pandemic Anxieties, Life Transitions, Women's & Men's issues, Employment issues, and Adhd.
Anxiety and depression are treatable, it's not your fault, and your moods don't have to control you. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy you can get better and live the life you're meant to live. Anxiety, panic attacks, depression, obsessive thinking, adhd and other disorders may be experienced by themselves or in combination. Differentiating the nuances to treat appropriately and effectively takes a highly experienced and trained professional working with you. Please contact me today to schedule your appt
Rachel Szafranski
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maitland, FL 32751
I have experience treating clients with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, disruptive disorders, self-esteem, trauma, and relationship challenges.
I work from a collaborative, strength-based approach, assisting and supporting clients to be the author of their own lives. I believe that everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life’s difficulties. In order to create a secure therapeutic relationship between counselor and client, I emphasize building trust and values for each client. I strive to understand your unique struggles, needs, and views in order to help you embark on a fulfilling path that is authentic to you.
I have experience treating clients with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, disruptive disorders, self-esteem, trauma, and relationship challenges.
I work from a collaborative, strength-based approach, assisting and supporting clients to be the author of their own lives. I believe that everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life’s difficulties. In order to create a secure therapeutic relationship between counselor and client, I emphasize building trust and values for each client. I strive to understand your unique struggles, needs, and views in order to help you embark on a fulfilling path that is authentic to you.
Sara Nixon
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Maitland, FL 32751
With a trauma-informed and story-focused posture, I utilize Internal Family Systems, attachment-based models, Psychodynamic interventions, and somatic and mindfulness-based practices.
Hello! You have taken a courageous step by simply exploring therapy options, and my hope is that you continue to receive clarity and empowerment to take the next step. To be human is to experience both immense joy and overwhelming sadness or fear. Sometimes the fear just becomes too much, and we find helpful but harmful ways of coping. My desire is that the therapeutic, safe space invites you to return to hope, to play, and to belonging through relationship. This return will require walking through - not around - the pain and sadness. I would love to come alongside you in this process!
With a trauma-informed and story-focused posture, I utilize Internal Family Systems, attachment-based models, Psychodynamic interventions, and somatic and mindfulness-based practices.
Hello! You have taken a courageous step by simply exploring therapy options, and my hope is that you continue to receive clarity and empowerment to take the next step. To be human is to experience both immense joy and overwhelming sadness or fear. Sometimes the fear just becomes too much, and we find helpful but harmful ways of coping. My desire is that the therapeutic, safe space invites you to return to hope, to play, and to belonging through relationship. This return will require walking through - not around - the pain and sadness. I would love to come alongside you in this 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.