Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Carson City County, NV
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Rebecca Craghill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carson City, NV 89701
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize using Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and Trauma Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (TFACT) to empower you toward your goals.
If you are looking to take a dive into self-exploration to uncover, discover and begin your healing journey then you are in the right place. This is your invitation to partner with me and address your therapeutic needs. If you are looking to address trauma and psychological discomfort, including grief and loss with life transitions for better quality of life or looking to improve boundaries, communication and emotional regulation we might be a good fit.
I specialize using Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and Trauma Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (TFACT) to empower you toward your goals.
If you are looking to take a dive into self-exploration to uncover, discover and begin your healing journey then you are in the right place. This is your invitation to partner with me and address your therapeutic needs. If you are looking to address trauma and psychological discomfort, including grief and loss with life transitions for better quality of life or looking to improve boundaries, communication and emotional regulation we might be a good fit.
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Jessica Soukup
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carson City, NV 89701
Currently full. As this quote describes, "Storms make oaks take deeper root." Taking a closer look at a difficult experience takes courage. Whether to manage a recent event or to address an issue that continues to impact your sense of worth, therapy can be a helpful process. I feel especially attuned to issues of trauma, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ruminating thoughts, grief and social anxiety. I provide a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental approach to help you grow from your struggles, utilizing your many strengths to build resilience to heal from pain to move into kindness and love for yourself and others.
Currently full. As this quote describes, "Storms make oaks take deeper root." Taking a closer look at a difficult experience takes courage. Whether to manage a recent event or to address an issue that continues to impact your sense of worth, therapy can be a helpful process. I feel especially attuned to issues of trauma, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ruminating thoughts, grief and social anxiety. I provide a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental approach to help you grow from your struggles, utilizing your many strengths to build resilience to heal from pain to move into kindness and love for yourself and others.
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Philip Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, MEd, LPC, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Carson City, NV 89701 (Online Only)
I am a trained practitioner in Havening® and EMDR, therapeutic techniques for successfully treating trauma and grief.
Are you tired of being on edge? Are you all too quick to anger? Are you suffering from insomnia or nightmares? Are you plagued by flashbacks or unsettling thoughts? Are you unable to experience enjoyment and contentment in your life? Do you find difficulty recognizing yourself and your behaviors? Have you talked about your experiences only to spend more time explaining your language or meaning than being understood? If this describes you, please read on because help is most definitely available.
I am a trained practitioner in Havening® and EMDR, therapeutic techniques for successfully treating trauma and grief.
Are you tired of being on edge? Are you all too quick to anger? Are you suffering from insomnia or nightmares? Are you plagued by flashbacks or unsettling thoughts? Are you unable to experience enjoyment and contentment in your life? Do you find difficulty recognizing yourself and your behaviors? Have you talked about your experiences only to spend more time explaining your language or meaning than being understood? If this describes you, please read on because help is most definitely available.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you being held back by trauma? Are you looking for balance in your life? Sometimes people can have a sense of being alone in their struggles, and reaching out for support can be scary. I'd be happy to arrange a phone call to see if my approach is a good fit for you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you being held back by trauma? Are you looking for balance in your life? Sometimes people can have a sense of being alone in their struggles, and reaching out for support can be scary. I'd be happy to arrange a phone call to see if my approach is a good fit for you.
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Element Mind & Body
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Carson City, NV 89703
Waitlist for new clients
Not accepting new clients; current waitlist. Hablo Español. My passion lies in helping individuals uncover their full potential, that inner strength that is necessary to live the life you desire. Although I primarily work with children/adolescents, I have specialized training in trauma and affair recovery. Through use of various modalities I focus on the wellbeing of mind and body as they are inextricably linked. I provide a nonjudgmental and supportive environment where empathy, compassion, authenticity, and unwavering support meet to provide you with unparalleled care.
Not accepting new clients; current waitlist. Hablo Español. My passion lies in helping individuals uncover their full potential, that inner strength that is necessary to live the life you desire. Although I primarily work with children/adolescents, I have specialized training in trauma and affair recovery. Through use of various modalities I focus on the wellbeing of mind and body as they are inextricably linked. I provide a nonjudgmental and supportive environment where empathy, compassion, authenticity, and unwavering support meet to provide you with unparalleled care.
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Liz Nunez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carson City, NV 89701
I work with a variety of life stressors such as anxiety, depression, trauma, family struggles, relationship issues, etc.
Currently only accepting new patients in the Minden, NV area or on telehealth. Welcome, my name is Liz and I hope I can be the one to help you through whatever hardship is currently on your plate. Congratulations on taking the first step towards getting the help you need and “no longer staying stuck in the suck”. I am more than willing to meet you where you are and help you let go of the fear. It is time to make an active change. Therapy can be intimidating to start, and I am flexible in fitting your needs. I work in partnership with you to help you not only overcome the barriers you are facing, but to rise above them.
I work with a variety of life stressors such as anxiety, depression, trauma, family struggles, relationship issues, etc.
Currently only accepting new patients in the Minden, NV area or on telehealth. Welcome, my name is Liz and I hope I can be the one to help you through whatever hardship is currently on your plate. Congratulations on taking the first step towards getting the help you need and “no longer staying stuck in the suck”. I am more than willing to meet you where you are and help you let go of the fear. It is time to make an active change. Therapy can be intimidating to start, and I am flexible in fitting your needs. I work in partnership with you to help you not only overcome the barriers you are facing, but to rise above them.
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I work with all types of trauma, which can manifest itself through depression, anxiety, addictions and other mental health disorders and problems.
I believe in assisting and guiding you in the process of your own journey to living your best life through discovery and solutions, not dictating it.
I work with all types of trauma, which can manifest itself through depression, anxiety, addictions and other mental health disorders and problems.
I believe in assisting and guiding you in the process of your own journey to living your best life through discovery and solutions, not dictating it.
My training in the area of trauma includes EMDR and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
My name is Scott DeSelle, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing at CBA Healthcare since 2012. I have been a practicing psychotherapist as an intern since 2005 and a fully licensed therapist since 2007. I have worked extensive work with children, teens, families, adults, and couples'. I have am a trained EMDR therapist since 2013 and continue to specialize in trauma. I am available for both in person and telehealth appointments.
My training in the area of trauma includes EMDR and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
My name is Scott DeSelle, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing at CBA Healthcare since 2012. I have been a practicing psychotherapist as an intern since 2005 and a fully licensed therapist since 2007. I have worked extensive work with children, teens, families, adults, and couples'. I have am a trained EMDR therapist since 2013 and continue to specialize in trauma. I am available for both in person and telehealth appointments.
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Relief from PTSD, Acute Stress, a distressing event, or something you just can't seem to "shake off". Do you feel that no one understand what you are going through? Do you feel like a "prisoner" in your own life- not able to live the life you want because of the aftereffects of something you experienced that just won't go away? I have experience assisting people like you to feel better, to be able to live the life that you want to live and find freedom from the emotional pain.
Relief from PTSD, Acute Stress, a distressing event, or something you just can't seem to "shake off". Do you feel that no one understand what you are going through? Do you feel like a "prisoner" in your own life- not able to live the life you want because of the aftereffects of something you experienced that just won't go away? I have experience assisting people like you to feel better, to be able to live the life that you want to live and find freedom from the emotional pain.
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Are you struggling with depression or anxiety? Have you faced a recent trauma that's making it hard to get back on your feet? Are you someone who wants your life to change for the better? I might be able to help. In our work together, you'll learn specific strategies, skills and tools, catered to your individual needs and concerns, that you can use to make changes, relieve stress, achieve your goals and live your life to the fullest.
Are you struggling with depression or anxiety? Have you faced a recent trauma that's making it hard to get back on your feet? Are you someone who wants your life to change for the better? I might be able to help. In our work together, you'll learn specific strategies, skills and tools, catered to your individual needs and concerns, that you can use to make changes, relieve stress, achieve your goals and live your life to the fullest.
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Sierra Sunrise Wellness Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carson City, NV 89703
Our ideal clients would be those who enjoy a more philosophical approach to better understanding him or herself. We work with the whole age spectrum, and we enjoy guiding clients toward a better understanding of his or her purpose of being in the world. Specifically, the issues that we specialize in include grief, trauma, spiritual enlightenment, coping skills, personal transformation, wellness, brainspotting, and changing one's behaviors through changing one's thought process. Regardless of the perceived assets or handicaps that one enters the world with, he or she must still find a way in order to survive and hopefully, thrive.
Our ideal clients would be those who enjoy a more philosophical approach to better understanding him or herself. We work with the whole age spectrum, and we enjoy guiding clients toward a better understanding of his or her purpose of being in the world. Specifically, the issues that we specialize in include grief, trauma, spiritual enlightenment, coping skills, personal transformation, wellness, brainspotting, and changing one's behaviors through changing one's thought process. Regardless of the perceived assets or handicaps that one enters the world with, he or she must still find a way in order to survive and hopefully, thrive.
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Alyson Cannon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Carson City, NV 89706 (Online Only)
My passion is helping you overcome life's challenges and achieve personal healing and growth. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and EMDR therapist, I create a haven of trust and understanding for you, a place where your voice and experiences are honored, and your journey to safety and stability begins. As your guide, I will help you overcome the wounds of your past, heal emotionally, rebuild your sense of self, nurture healthier connections, and reclaim your life. You can break free from your past and embrace a life brimming with hope and well-being.
My passion is helping you overcome life's challenges and achieve personal healing and growth. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and EMDR therapist, I create a haven of trust and understanding for you, a place where your voice and experiences are honored, and your journey to safety and stability begins. As your guide, I will help you overcome the wounds of your past, heal emotionally, rebuild your sense of self, nurture healthier connections, and reclaim your life. You can break free from your past and embrace a life brimming with hope and well-being.
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You realize you need help, but you’re not sure you or your kid is the sit-on-a-couch-and-talk-about-it type? Are you looking for results, change, and relief? Something different? Something worthwhile? If you’re struggling with explosive behaviors, arguments, aggression, extreme fears, attachment challenges, birth or medical trauma, nightmares, or flashbacks, I can help. The pain of depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, or social and academic pressure can be unbearable. If you have no idea how you found yourself here or know exactly what this is the result of, I'm confident that we can uncover strengths and come out the other side.
You realize you need help, but you’re not sure you or your kid is the sit-on-a-couch-and-talk-about-it type? Are you looking for results, change, and relief? Something different? Something worthwhile? If you’re struggling with explosive behaviors, arguments, aggression, extreme fears, attachment challenges, birth or medical trauma, nightmares, or flashbacks, I can help. The pain of depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, or social and academic pressure can be unbearable. If you have no idea how you found yourself here or know exactly what this is the result of, I'm confident that we can uncover strengths and come out the other side.
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I utilize multiple treatment strategies and trauma-informed approaches when partnering with you.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. I am passionate about helping children, teenagers, and adults develop confidence, live with purpose, work through their fears and anxieties, and feel more connected. I love to help individuals who are challenged with stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship and communication issues, or low self-esteem. My greatest joy is supporting people in developing skills to navigate through life’s challenges. As a licensed clinical social worker, I specialize in effective, proven techniques for helping people struggling with complicated emotions.
I utilize multiple treatment strategies and trauma-informed approaches when partnering with you.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. I am passionate about helping children, teenagers, and adults develop confidence, live with purpose, work through their fears and anxieties, and feel more connected. I love to help individuals who are challenged with stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship and communication issues, or low self-esteem. My greatest joy is supporting people in developing skills to navigate through life’s challenges. As a licensed clinical social worker, I specialize in effective, proven techniques for helping people struggling with complicated emotions.
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Kate McLeod
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA, MFT-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carson City, NV 89701
•Immediate Openings Available!• I'm deeply devoted to trauma work, gender affirmation, queer positivity, body image, men's and women’s issues, and neurodivergence. My therapeutic lens includes parts work, connecting with your inner child, and a “bottom up” approach that nurtures the authentic emotions that exist based on your unique lived experience. Together, we'll address systemic issues, break down barriers, and foster inclusivity in a safe environment.
•Immediate Openings Available!• I'm deeply devoted to trauma work, gender affirmation, queer positivity, body image, men's and women’s issues, and neurodivergence. My therapeutic lens includes parts work, connecting with your inner child, and a “bottom up” approach that nurtures the authentic emotions that exist based on your unique lived experience. Together, we'll address systemic issues, break down barriers, and foster inclusivity in a safe environment.
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Lauren McCarthy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, CADCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carson City, NV 89701
Lauren is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor Intern. With an interest and concentration in trauma informed practices, Lauren believes in a person-centered therapeutic approach, having client needs and goals at the forefront of treatment. She is certified in Crisis Disaster and Trauma Training through Association for Advanced Training in Behavioral Sciences as well as having received her first certificate of completion for EMDR training and will be pursuing full certification in 2023.
Lauren is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor Intern. With an interest and concentration in trauma informed practices, Lauren believes in a person-centered therapeutic approach, having client needs and goals at the forefront of treatment. She is certified in Crisis Disaster and Trauma Training through Association for Advanced Training in Behavioral Sciences as well as having received her first certificate of completion for EMDR training and will be pursuing full certification in 2023.
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Constance Hightower LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LCSW, LLC
Verified Verified
Carson City, NV 89701
My experience includes private practice and work with courts, state/county divisions of child and family welfare, foster care/ adoption, high schools and colleges, My expertise extends to adolescents and adults focusing on attachment, trauma, grief and loss, anger management, adjustment to sudden life changes, depression, anxiety, and parenting.
We are all involved in a constant effort to balance our lives; to restore belief in our own power to face challenges that are sometimes overwhelming. We want someone to hear our story in a safe and non-judgmental space in order to gain fresh insight into our own abilities and to recover from the initial feelings of helplessness and confusion. Individualized guidance, can lead to the discovery of one’s own strengths and a gradual movement towards solutions that can be developed, in partnership, to restore that balance that we all strive to maintain when challenges leave us without answers, defeated and feeling powerless.
My experience includes private practice and work with courts, state/county divisions of child and family welfare, foster care/ adoption, high schools and colleges, My expertise extends to adolescents and adults focusing on attachment, trauma, grief and loss, anger management, adjustment to sudden life changes, depression, anxiety, and parenting.
We are all involved in a constant effort to balance our lives; to restore belief in our own power to face challenges that are sometimes overwhelming. We want someone to hear our story in a safe and non-judgmental space in order to gain fresh insight into our own abilities and to recover from the initial feelings of helplessness and confusion. Individualized guidance, can lead to the discovery of one’s own strengths and a gradual movement towards solutions that can be developed, in partnership, to restore that balance that we all strive to maintain when challenges leave us without answers, defeated and feeling powerless.
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Jennifer Kile Psychotherapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carson City, NV 89701
In addition to utilizing mindfulness, and dialectic and cognitive behavior therapies, I have extensive training in Brainspotting, a brain-body therapeutic approach that is helpful in reprocessing trauma in the body, allowing clients to experience a greater sense of wholeness and wellbeing.
Does life feel overwhelming for you sometimes? Are you looking for ways to integrate more presence throughout your day? Do you wish to experience increased satisfaction in your relationships with yourself and with others? Would you like to cultivate a relationship with yourself that accepts you just as you are and feels nourishing and nurturing? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, I may be a good fit for you, as a warm and genuine witness on your journey, supporting you in your goals for a more fulfilling life. I am licensed in both CA and NV.
In addition to utilizing mindfulness, and dialectic and cognitive behavior therapies, I have extensive training in Brainspotting, a brain-body therapeutic approach that is helpful in reprocessing trauma in the body, allowing clients to experience a greater sense of wholeness and wellbeing.
Does life feel overwhelming for you sometimes? Are you looking for ways to integrate more presence throughout your day? Do you wish to experience increased satisfaction in your relationships with yourself and with others? Would you like to cultivate a relationship with yourself that accepts you just as you are and feels nourishing and nurturing? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, I may be a good fit for you, as a warm and genuine witness on your journey, supporting you in your goals for a more fulfilling life. I am licensed in both CA and NV.
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I specialize in treating people who are experiencing post-trauma difficulties (i.
I work with people who are ready to take control of their mental health, experience relief, and build resilience. My treatment philosophy is "together, forward" and I work with you to neutralize emotional pain, transform negative thoughts into an empowering growth mindset, and replace problematic reactions with healthy habits. I believe treatment should be goal-oriented, time-limited, and cost-effective and you can expect to develop specific goals, regularly track progress, and train outside of session to ensure therapy is working.
I specialize in treating people who are experiencing post-trauma difficulties (i.
I work with people who are ready to take control of their mental health, experience relief, and build resilience. My treatment philosophy is "together, forward" and I work with you to neutralize emotional pain, transform negative thoughts into an empowering growth mindset, and replace problematic reactions with healthy habits. I believe treatment should be goal-oriented, time-limited, and cost-effective and you can expect to develop specific goals, regularly track progress, and train outside of session to ensure therapy is working.
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Selecting a therapist is difficult, you’re entrusting them with your vulnerabilities, important relationships, and distressing experiences. You may be resistant to the idea of therapy or “talking about it,” but you’re here because you know something isn’t right. I believe in creating a non-judgmental, supportive space as we work together to build emotional and relationship resiliency. My aim is to help identify and break negative cycles while fostering lasting change beyond therapy sessions. I have a passion for working with couples, first responders, active military or veterans, relationship loss/divorce, and trauma/PTSD.
Selecting a therapist is difficult, you’re entrusting them with your vulnerabilities, important relationships, and distressing experiences. You may be resistant to the idea of therapy or “talking about it,” but you’re here because you know something isn’t right. I believe in creating a non-judgmental, supportive space as we work together to build emotional and relationship resiliency. My aim is to help identify and break negative cycles while fostering lasting change beyond therapy sessions. I have a passion for working with couples, first responders, active military or veterans, relationship loss/divorce, and trauma/PTSD.
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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.