Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Woodland Park, NJ
Lisa Sandilands
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodland Park, NJ 07424 (Online Only)
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma or mood management I can help.
I provide therapy through telehealth as opposed to a traditional office setting. I understand it may not be easy sharing intimate thoughts with a new person, albeit a professional. We will prioritize building a solid therapeutic relationship so that we have a strong foundation to work from. You can expect that I will offer opinions and suggestions from time to time but that I will not tell you what to do. You can expect to be respected. Your emotional needs are important & deserve attention & time.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma or mood management I can help.
I provide therapy through telehealth as opposed to a traditional office setting. I understand it may not be easy sharing intimate thoughts with a new person, albeit a professional. We will prioritize building a solid therapeutic relationship so that we have a strong foundation to work from. You can expect that I will offer opinions and suggestions from time to time but that I will not tell you what to do. You can expect to be respected. Your emotional needs are important & deserve attention & time.
I am committed to guiding my clients through exploring and processing past trauma and pain in efforts to find relief and increase quality of life.
It's nice to meet you! I am Alexa Gelfand, a licensed social worker. I have years of experience providing psychotherapy to adolescents and adults facing various challenges in life, such as anxiety and depression stemming from interpersonal and attachment issues, grief, loss, trauma, sexual assault/domestic violence survivors, and LGBTQ+ related issues. I am also passionate about working with couples and families. I use a warm, collaborative approach to identify and implement treatment goals that support you in making impactful, positive change in your life.
I am committed to guiding my clients through exploring and processing past trauma and pain in efforts to find relief and increase quality of life.
It's nice to meet you! I am Alexa Gelfand, a licensed social worker. I have years of experience providing psychotherapy to adolescents and adults facing various challenges in life, such as anxiety and depression stemming from interpersonal and attachment issues, grief, loss, trauma, sexual assault/domestic violence survivors, and LGBTQ+ related issues. I am also passionate about working with couples and families. I use a warm, collaborative approach to identify and implement treatment goals that support you in making impactful, positive change in your life.
Zeynep Cakmak
Counselor, MA, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodland Park, NJ 07424
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and trained in EMDR.
While trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental struggles may cause us to lose hope, healing is possible. As a person-centered therapist, I believe in empowering my clients on their journey towards healing. I prioritize creating a non-judgmental and inclusive environment where you can feel safe, heard, and supported as we collaborate on your goals. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, the impact of trauma, or sociocultural issues, I am here to help you overcome these obstacles and maintain your overall wellness.
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and trained in EMDR.
While trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental struggles may cause us to lose hope, healing is possible. As a person-centered therapist, I believe in empowering my clients on their journey towards healing. I prioritize creating a non-judgmental and inclusive environment where you can feel safe, heard, and supported as we collaborate on your goals. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, the impact of trauma, or sociocultural issues, I am here to help you overcome these obstacles and maintain your overall wellness.
Carol Ann Cilona
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodland Park, NJ 07424
Going beyond talk therapy, I may take a more interactive approach for trauma-related conditions such as Anxiety, Bereavement, Career issues, Acute Grief, PTSD, and Adults with Childhood-Related Sexual Abuse.
I am accepting new clients at this time (Please Note: I do not Accept Medicaid or Medicare at this time). I have long-term/significant experience working with various ethnic demographics, cultures, religions, including LGBTQIA and Polyamorous clientele. I offer compassion, empathy, and understanding to each and every person. I will custom-tailor a treatment plan for you to achieve your goals. Moreover, I practice an egalitarian approach; meaning you will be respected as an equal partner in our work together. As my client, you can look forward to my undivided attention, flexibility in scheduling, and a warm and welcoming environment.
Going beyond talk therapy, I may take a more interactive approach for trauma-related conditions such as Anxiety, Bereavement, Career issues, Acute Grief, PTSD, and Adults with Childhood-Related Sexual Abuse.
I am accepting new clients at this time (Please Note: I do not Accept Medicaid or Medicare at this time). I have long-term/significant experience working with various ethnic demographics, cultures, religions, including LGBTQIA and Polyamorous clientele. I offer compassion, empathy, and understanding to each and every person. I will custom-tailor a treatment plan for you to achieve your goals. Moreover, I practice an egalitarian approach; meaning you will be respected as an equal partner in our work together. As my client, you can look forward to my undivided attention, flexibility in scheduling, and a warm and welcoming environment.
Cynthia Heller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodland Park, NJ 07424 (Online Only)
As a seasoned clinician, I am dedicated to supporting clients who are navigating stress, anxiety, depression, career difficulties, relationship issues, and other life challenges. I will work collaboratively with you to explore and address the obstacles that may be preventing you from reaching your goals. My approach ensures that treatment is individualized and tailored to your unique needs, concerns, and circumstances. I look forward to working with you.
As a seasoned clinician, I am dedicated to supporting clients who are navigating stress, anxiety, depression, career difficulties, relationship issues, and other life challenges. I will work collaboratively with you to explore and address the obstacles that may be preventing you from reaching your goals. My approach ensures that treatment is individualized and tailored to your unique needs, concerns, and circumstances. I look forward to working with you.
Throughout life, we are often faced with obstacles that can be daunting and overwhelming, leading to difficult emotions that can leave one feeling powerless. Many people will experience feelings of depression, anxiety, or despair at some point as they journey through this life. If you are experiencing changes in your life, whether it be coping with a new chronic illness, a traumatic life experience, or changing relationship dynamics, I am here to guide you through the path to new skills for managing stress and a varying perspective on the world around you.
Throughout life, we are often faced with obstacles that can be daunting and overwhelming, leading to difficult emotions that can leave one feeling powerless. Many people will experience feelings of depression, anxiety, or despair at some point as they journey through this life. If you are experiencing changes in your life, whether it be coping with a new chronic illness, a traumatic life experience, or changing relationship dynamics, I am here to guide you through the path to new skills for managing stress and a varying perspective on the world around you.
Michelle Harmolin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodland Park, NJ 07424 (Online Only)
Seeking help is never easy. It can be daunting and, often, leave you feeling vulnerable and misunderstood. I am here to make this process smooth by answering any questions that you may have about the therapeutic process. I provide an empathic non-judgmental safe space to ensure that your thoughts and feelings are validated. I will ask clarifying questions so I fully understand you and your needs. I will provide you with resources and accountability to achieve your goals. It is important to me that this is a collaborative therapeutic journey. You are not alone! If you don't know where to start, I am here to help!
Seeking help is never easy. It can be daunting and, often, leave you feeling vulnerable and misunderstood. I am here to make this process smooth by answering any questions that you may have about the therapeutic process. I provide an empathic non-judgmental safe space to ensure that your thoughts and feelings are validated. I will ask clarifying questions so I fully understand you and your needs. I will provide you with resources and accountability to achieve your goals. It is important to me that this is a collaborative therapeutic journey. You are not alone! If you don't know where to start, I am here to help!
Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Woodland Park, NJ 07424 (Online Only)
We're here to help you reach your therapy goals at Lifebulb! We’ll connect you with the best possible therapist for your unique goals, someone who genuinely cares about helping you. We’re all about making therapy enjoyable for both therapists and clients. Our team consists of highly trained and licensed clinicians who are passionate about the therapy process. Let's work together to achieve your goals!
We're here to help you reach your therapy goals at Lifebulb! We’ll connect you with the best possible therapist for your unique goals, someone who genuinely cares about helping you. We’re all about making therapy enjoyable for both therapists and clients. Our team consists of highly trained and licensed clinicians who are passionate about the therapy process. Let's work together to achieve your goals!
Colette A. Thomas-Lamothe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, DRCC
Verified Verified
Woodland Park, NJ 07424
Colette is compassionate as she serves adults navigating life’s transitions, stressors, and setbacks, while increasing problem solving strategies as they move towards personal growth and peace. As a Licensed Social Worker, she strives to assist, support and share in the therapeutic relationship, as she helps adults, directly or indirectly, reach their goals and live healthy and productive lives. She draws on Mindfulness, Strength-based & Empowerment, and CBT techniques to help adults reclaim awareness and identify areas for improvement.
Colette is compassionate as she serves adults navigating life’s transitions, stressors, and setbacks, while increasing problem solving strategies as they move towards personal growth and peace. As a Licensed Social Worker, she strives to assist, support and share in the therapeutic relationship, as she helps adults, directly or indirectly, reach their goals and live healthy and productive lives. She draws on Mindfulness, Strength-based & Empowerment, and CBT techniques to help adults reclaim awareness and identify areas for improvement.
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The most important step towards healing is acknowledging and addressing the unresolved emotions inside you. Unprocessed adverse childhood experiences, traumatic events, and family issues can stay with us throughout our lives. Often, our earlier experiences lead us to function in ways that leave us unhappy, stuck, or unfulfilled in our relationships with others and in life in general. Moving toward accepting what has occurred in the past can slowly dissolve the pain and trauma. I am privileged and honored to respectfully and compassionately hold space for you and your story. I offer both In-Person and Telehealth Services.
The most important step towards healing is acknowledging and addressing the unresolved emotions inside you. Unprocessed adverse childhood experiences, traumatic events, and family issues can stay with us throughout our lives. Often, our earlier experiences lead us to function in ways that leave us unhappy, stuck, or unfulfilled in our relationships with others and in life in general. Moving toward accepting what has occurred in the past can slowly dissolve the pain and trauma. I am privileged and honored to respectfully and compassionately hold space for you and your story. I offer both In-Person and Telehealth Services.
Kamesha Walkins: Couples, Adults, LGBTQ+
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Clifton, NJ 07013
Do you want to connect better with a teen or partner, heal from anxiety, depression, or trauma, cope with grief, or change your relationship with alcohol or opiates? I am a queer therapist with more than 10 years of experience working with teens, couples, and adults. With clients of color, we can work to make sense of your experiences and process community trauma. I specialize in Gottman Method couples work, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), affirming and restorative therapy with the LGBTQ+ community, and adult recovery journeys. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
Do you want to connect better with a teen or partner, heal from anxiety, depression, or trauma, cope with grief, or change your relationship with alcohol or opiates? I am a queer therapist with more than 10 years of experience working with teens, couples, and adults. With clients of color, we can work to make sense of your experiences and process community trauma. I specialize in Gottman Method couples work, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), affirming and restorative therapy with the LGBTQ+ community, and adult recovery journeys. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
The Neighborhood Counseling Foundation
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paterson, NJ 07501 (Online Only)
We specialize in trauma, teens, and anxiety; and we are equipped for other mental health concerns.
The neighborhood is nothing without people like you. That’s why it’s important for us to ensure your mental health is excellent. You’ve been working so hard to survive you haven’t had time to heal from previous trauma. Your teen is facing struggles that you never had to endure growing up. To top it off, the future gives you anxiety. We recognize your issues, have empathy, don’t judge, and we offer real solutions because we come from your neighborhood. You’ve been surviving long enough, it's time for you to thrive!
We specialize in trauma, teens, and anxiety; and we are equipped for other mental health concerns.
The neighborhood is nothing without people like you. That’s why it’s important for us to ensure your mental health is excellent. You’ve been working so hard to survive you haven’t had time to heal from previous trauma. Your teen is facing struggles that you never had to endure growing up. To top it off, the future gives you anxiety. We recognize your issues, have empathy, don’t judge, and we offer real solutions because we come from your neighborhood. You’ve been surviving long enough, it's time for you to thrive!
Julie Dietch Hammond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clifton, NJ 07013
Whether your facing trouble in a relationship, issues with self esteem, or are struggling with healing from trauma, my person centered approach is tailored to meet your individualized needs.
What I love about being a therapist is being able to see a client overcome the struggles that have held them back for so many years in life. With over 20 years experience my background includes extensive work with individuals affected by trauma, depression, anxiety and substance abuse. The most important part of therapy is the connection that you have with your therapist. I pride myself in my ability to connect with my clients in a warm and compassionate way. My style is interactive. Therapy is a collaboration and we work together to solve problems.
Whether your facing trouble in a relationship, issues with self esteem, or are struggling with healing from trauma, my person centered approach is tailored to meet your individualized needs.
What I love about being a therapist is being able to see a client overcome the struggles that have held them back for so many years in life. With over 20 years experience my background includes extensive work with individuals affected by trauma, depression, anxiety and substance abuse. The most important part of therapy is the connection that you have with your therapist. I pride myself in my ability to connect with my clients in a warm and compassionate way. My style is interactive. Therapy is a collaboration and we work together to solve problems.
I am a psychologist (Ph.D.), I have over 21 years of experience and have worked with a diverse population on a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, Post-traumatic stress disorder, marital/family conflict and stress,ADHD in childs and adults,adolescent mental health,neurotic dieseases and psychotic disorders, traumatic events,phobias. Specialized on chronic stress-related psychological and problems like vaginismus,sexual problems and physiological illnesses like cardio-vascular. I have training in working with children and adolescents and their parents.I also have significant experience in working older adults/
I am a psychologist (Ph.D.), I have over 21 years of experience and have worked with a diverse population on a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, Post-traumatic stress disorder, marital/family conflict and stress,ADHD in childs and adults,adolescent mental health,neurotic dieseases and psychotic disorders, traumatic events,phobias. Specialized on chronic stress-related psychological and problems like vaginismus,sexual problems and physiological illnesses like cardio-vascular. I have training in working with children and adolescents and their parents.I also have significant experience in working older adults/
It is important to me to understand all the factors that shape my clients lives and so I use a framework that takes into consideration how things like culture, race (including racial trauma), ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, and gender identity shape the inner lives of my clients as well as their relationships with others and their communities.
As a licensed psychologist I have two initial goals: 1) To provide a safe, supportive environment. 2) To build a good, trusting relationship with my clients. Building a safe, trusting relationship allows me to collaborate with clients to help them feel better and make positive changes. I specialize in treating people who have a history of sexual and/or physical abuse, neglect, and sexual assault. In addition, I help people struggling with depression, low self esteem, anxiety, anger, relationship and family problems.
It is important to me to understand all the factors that shape my clients lives and so I use a framework that takes into consideration how things like culture, race (including racial trauma), ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, and gender identity shape the inner lives of my clients as well as their relationships with others and their communities.
As a licensed psychologist I have two initial goals: 1) To provide a safe, supportive environment. 2) To build a good, trusting relationship with my clients. Building a safe, trusting relationship allows me to collaborate with clients to help them feel better and make positive changes. I specialize in treating people who have a history of sexual and/or physical abuse, neglect, and sexual assault. In addition, I help people struggling with depression, low self esteem, anxiety, anger, relationship and family problems.
Minimah Rush: Couples, Adults, Teens, and Kids
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Clifton, NJ 07013
I am an African American therapist who loves working with high conflict couples and families as well as teens and adults. My clients come to me for help with things like: relationship and family issues, infidelity, nonmonagamy/polyamory, anxiety, trauma/ PTSD, sexual abuse and assault, grief, and anger/stress management. When I work with teens, I make sure to involve the family. With my couples, I draw on the Gottman Method which promotes healthy communication, builds trust and increases emotional connection. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
I am an African American therapist who loves working with high conflict couples and families as well as teens and adults. My clients come to me for help with things like: relationship and family issues, infidelity, nonmonagamy/polyamory, anxiety, trauma/ PTSD, sexual abuse and assault, grief, and anger/stress management. When I work with teens, I make sure to involve the family. With my couples, I draw on the Gottman Method which promotes healthy communication, builds trust and increases emotional connection. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
This kind of work focuses on tapping into and expanding your unique resources while also attending to and transforming emotional burdens such as trauma, difficult relational patterns, old beliefs about ourselves and others, and discomfort/pain in the body.
My priority is to create a safe, trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming, culturally responsive space for you to heal and grow. I provide a mindfulness, attachment, compassion, and body-based approach that makes and holds space for all parts of you-thoughts, emotions, body, sexuality, relationships, cultural experience, and inner wisdom. I'm trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS-Level 2), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Relational Psychodynamic Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
This kind of work focuses on tapping into and expanding your unique resources while also attending to and transforming emotional burdens such as trauma, difficult relational patterns, old beliefs about ourselves and others, and discomfort/pain in the body.
My priority is to create a safe, trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming, culturally responsive space for you to heal and grow. I provide a mindfulness, attachment, compassion, and body-based approach that makes and holds space for all parts of you-thoughts, emotions, body, sexuality, relationships, cultural experience, and inner wisdom. I'm trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS-Level 2), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Relational Psychodynamic Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Charley Rafferty: Adults and Teens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Clifton, NJ 07013
I am a queer identified therapists who works with teens and adults. I utilize a strengths-based approach and a trauma-informed lens with my clients. I use a psychodynamic approach with clients who want to explore their unconscious motives and behaviors. I am a member of our Queer, I team and specialize in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team.
I am a queer identified therapists who works with teens and adults. I utilize a strengths-based approach and a trauma-informed lens with my clients. I use a psychodynamic approach with clients who want to explore their unconscious motives and behaviors. I am a member of our Queer, I team and specialize in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team.
Jaclyn Bsales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EMDR, KAP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Totowa, NJ 07511 (Online Only)
As an EMDR-Certified therapist & Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) provider, I strive to create a safe, empathetic, and validating environment for clients to process their trauma, so they can heal and become the best version of themselves.
What if i told you, you didn't have to re-live your trauma, to heal from it? Remembering is not recovering. The only thing worse than living through a traumatic event, are the after affects that impact the present day. These affects may include mood instability, flashbacks, depression, irritability, anxiety, hyper-vigilance, isolation, destructive behaviors, and more. Past trauma has the ability to change our worldview in the present, contributing to an ongoing sense of danger, fear, hopelessness, and shame. That's why, as a therapist, I use an array of here-and-now techniques to assist clients in re-establishing a sense of safety.
As an EMDR-Certified therapist & Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) provider, I strive to create a safe, empathetic, and validating environment for clients to process their trauma, so they can heal and become the best version of themselves.
What if i told you, you didn't have to re-live your trauma, to heal from it? Remembering is not recovering. The only thing worse than living through a traumatic event, are the after affects that impact the present day. These affects may include mood instability, flashbacks, depression, irritability, anxiety, hyper-vigilance, isolation, destructive behaviors, and more. Past trauma has the ability to change our worldview in the present, contributing to an ongoing sense of danger, fear, hopelessness, and shame. That's why, as a therapist, I use an array of here-and-now techniques to assist clients in re-establishing a sense of safety.
Lhia P. Rivero De-Oleo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Paterson, NJ 07501 (Online Only)
Hola! My name is Lhia Rivero. My first language is Spanish. Have you been feeling lost or overwhelmed and don't know how to move forward? I'm here to listen and help! I have been in the mental health field for several years, which has helped me obtain experience in crisis response and stabilization, partial care, in-home and outpatient therapy. I have worked with children from 4years old up to 21, as well as adults over 21. My experience is based mainly in assistance with managing Depression, Anxiety and history of Trauma. I enjoy expressing positivity and looking at the Bigger Picture.
Hola! My name is Lhia Rivero. My first language is Spanish. Have you been feeling lost or overwhelmed and don't know how to move forward? I'm here to listen and help! I have been in the mental health field for several years, which has helped me obtain experience in crisis response and stabilization, partial care, in-home and outpatient therapy. I have worked with children from 4years old up to 21, as well as adults over 21. My experience is based mainly in assistance with managing Depression, Anxiety and history of Trauma. I enjoy expressing positivity and looking at the Bigger Picture.
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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.