Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Centerville, OH
I have experience working with children, teens, adults, and families through various life struggles and have focused on treating trauma/ PTSD, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting issues, child/adolescent behavioral and mental health issues, and adults going through phase of life issues.
My favorite quote is from The Little Prince, "the eyes are blind. One must look with the heart." Often in the midst of our pain and struggle we react to circumstances with little or no thought. We allow ourselves to be directed by the world instead of identifying what we need and know in our heart. To identify what we need, know what our heart wants, and have a plan to follow is what therapy is all about. We must work through the pain to identify these things; accept that we deserve them, and develop a plan to achieve them.
I have experience working with children, teens, adults, and families through various life struggles and have focused on treating trauma/ PTSD, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting issues, child/adolescent behavioral and mental health issues, and adults going through phase of life issues.
My favorite quote is from The Little Prince, "the eyes are blind. One must look with the heart." Often in the midst of our pain and struggle we react to circumstances with little or no thought. We allow ourselves to be directed by the world instead of identifying what we need and know in our heart. To identify what we need, know what our heart wants, and have a plan to follow is what therapy is all about. We must work through the pain to identify these things; accept that we deserve them, and develop a plan to achieve them.
Ken Knoechel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
Centerville, OH 45458 (Online Only)
I'm a Christian licensed mental health therapist. I specialize in helping clients work through challenges in their marriage or committed relationship, giving them a better understanding of how intimacy works. Many times, one or both partners struggle with with trauma, anxiety, addictions, depression, or other mental health issues. Despite challenges, I can help you grow closer in your relationship where you can be resilient and loving at the same time. God designed the intimate relationships to be a place of safety and security. I will help you feel safe and secure within your intimate relationship.
I'm a Christian licensed mental health therapist. I specialize in helping clients work through challenges in their marriage or committed relationship, giving them a better understanding of how intimacy works. Many times, one or both partners struggle with with trauma, anxiety, addictions, depression, or other mental health issues. Despite challenges, I can help you grow closer in your relationship where you can be resilient and loving at the same time. God designed the intimate relationships to be a place of safety and security. I will help you feel safe and secure within your intimate relationship.
Charles A Roberts
Counselor, LPCC-S, CSAT, RAE, BSP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45459
Brainspotting is a somatic and brain-based therapy for treating trauma, anxiety, and more.
Booking now: Therapy Intensives (limited space available): 3 full days of healing work equal to a year of biweekly therapy. Anxiety, shame, depression, and relationship stress are some of the most common impacts of trauma. Whether you have experienced trauma from childhood abuse or neglect, interpersonal violence, combat, infidelity or from your calling as a first responder or mental health professional, you deserve liberation. If you are stuck, overwhelmed or hopeless, I would be honored to sit with you, hear your story and help you find or restore joy and peace in your life.
Brainspotting is a somatic and brain-based therapy for treating trauma, anxiety, and more.
Booking now: Therapy Intensives (limited space available): 3 full days of healing work equal to a year of biweekly therapy. Anxiety, shame, depression, and relationship stress are some of the most common impacts of trauma. Whether you have experienced trauma from childhood abuse or neglect, interpersonal violence, combat, infidelity or from your calling as a first responder or mental health professional, you deserve liberation. If you are stuck, overwhelmed or hopeless, I would be honored to sit with you, hear your story and help you find or restore joy and peace in your life.
My specialties included being clinician who is trained in trauma informed care, working with adolescents and young adults and their issues, those who have issues with life changes, and those who are enduring depression and anxiety.
My name is Denetta Harris and I have been a Mental Health Therapist for over 15 years. I have also been in the social services field for almost 30 years, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker. I have much experience providing therapeutic services to individuals who have endured trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, and issues with adjusting to life changes. I also have much experience working with diverse populations that includes: BIPOC Women, teenagers, young adults, women (or those individuals who have given birth) who have experienced post partum depression, and LGBTQIA+ Individuals.
My specialties included being clinician who is trained in trauma informed care, working with adolescents and young adults and their issues, those who have issues with life changes, and those who are enduring depression and anxiety.
My name is Denetta Harris and I have been a Mental Health Therapist for over 15 years. I have also been in the social services field for almost 30 years, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker. I have much experience providing therapeutic services to individuals who have endured trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, and issues with adjusting to life changes. I also have much experience working with diverse populations that includes: BIPOC Women, teenagers, young adults, women (or those individuals who have given birth) who have experienced post partum depression, and LGBTQIA+ Individuals.
Part science, part art, my therapeutic process fuses trauma-informed research with intuitive care.
Do you repeat self-defeating behaviors but don't know how to stop? Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, or unresolved trauma? Maybe you just feel overwhelmed and can't even name what is wrong. I can help you make sense of the senseless, make peace with shame and blame, and gain the happiness you thought impossible. I provide compassionate, inclusive care for adults, teens (13+), couples, and families. I am LGBTQ+ and multicultural sensitive, offer telehealth, and am accepting new clients. My approach is holistic and client-centered.
Part science, part art, my therapeutic process fuses trauma-informed research with intuitive care.
Do you repeat self-defeating behaviors but don't know how to stop? Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, or unresolved trauma? Maybe you just feel overwhelmed and can't even name what is wrong. I can help you make sense of the senseless, make peace with shame and blame, and gain the happiness you thought impossible. I provide compassionate, inclusive care for adults, teens (13+), couples, and families. I am LGBTQ+ and multicultural sensitive, offer telehealth, and am accepting new clients. My approach is holistic and client-centered.
Traumatic events can have lifelong impacts if not properly treated.
I specialize in trauma and PTSD, working primarily with veterans, first responders, and victims of severe trauma. I am certified in EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), a clinically effective method of treating past trauma by breaking through the barriers that are preventing you from living an emotionally healthy life. I am also Level 1 trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS), a clinically effective treatment involving identifying and integrating different parts of the psyche.
Traumatic events can have lifelong impacts if not properly treated.
I specialize in trauma and PTSD, working primarily with veterans, first responders, and victims of severe trauma. I am certified in EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), a clinically effective method of treating past trauma by breaking through the barriers that are preventing you from living an emotionally healthy life. I am also Level 1 trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS), a clinically effective treatment involving identifying and integrating different parts of the psyche.
Mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, child/adolescent behavioral problems, ADD/ADHD, self-harm.
*Not currently accepting new clients* I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have facilitated several groups including topics such as self-esteem, healthy relationships, social skills, and creative journaling. I believe in tailoring therapy to each unique individual, drawing from a wide range of theories. I work collaboratively to identify what my clients want out of therapy and develop strength based goals. Using my creativity, I design interventions that will benefit clients in achieving their goals as well as have a little fun. Various forms of art and play are often incorporated into sessions.
Mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, child/adolescent behavioral problems, ADD/ADHD, self-harm.
*Not currently accepting new clients* I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have facilitated several groups including topics such as self-esteem, healthy relationships, social skills, and creative journaling. I believe in tailoring therapy to each unique individual, drawing from a wide range of theories. I work collaboratively to identify what my clients want out of therapy and develop strength based goals. Using my creativity, I design interventions that will benefit clients in achieving their goals as well as have a little fun. Various forms of art and play are often incorporated into sessions.
My ideal clients are those struggling with trauma issues who are seeking ways to resolve these issues before they become enduring problems & patterns. I also enjoy working with those who are struggling with complex unresolved issues of trauma. I encourage my clients to take a holistic approach to growth. We are physical, mental, emotional & spiritual beings. The path forward is achieved by weaving all of these aspects of ourselves together into a coherent, unified whole. We can experience growth & healing. We then become a healthy influence on everyone & everything around us. This is my hope for anyone seeking therapy.
My ideal clients are those struggling with trauma issues who are seeking ways to resolve these issues before they become enduring problems & patterns. I also enjoy working with those who are struggling with complex unresolved issues of trauma. I encourage my clients to take a holistic approach to growth. We are physical, mental, emotional & spiritual beings. The path forward is achieved by weaving all of these aspects of ourselves together into a coherent, unified whole. We can experience growth & healing. We then become a healthy influence on everyone & everything around us. This is my hope for anyone seeking therapy.
Randall Harvey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Centerville, OH 45458 (Online Only)
I work with PTSD for Veterans, chronic illness, and grief and loss.
I know finding a good fit for a therapist is hard. And finding a good fit is critical to finding relief and healing. Feeling alone in the trauma, the grief and loss, the overwhelm, and just feeling stuck. It's exhausting, lonely, and I know you're sick of it by now. You get to have some guidance, laughs, and expertise as you go to your sessions, work on YOU outside of sessions, and start feeling more whole again. As for working with me and what it's like? I've been told I'm warm and humorous (usually at my own expense). I see you as the expert and me as the guide, and I will put you at ease right off the bat.
I work with PTSD for Veterans, chronic illness, and grief and loss.
I know finding a good fit for a therapist is hard. And finding a good fit is critical to finding relief and healing. Feeling alone in the trauma, the grief and loss, the overwhelm, and just feeling stuck. It's exhausting, lonely, and I know you're sick of it by now. You get to have some guidance, laughs, and expertise as you go to your sessions, work on YOU outside of sessions, and start feeling more whole again. As for working with me and what it's like? I've been told I'm warm and humorous (usually at my own expense). I see you as the expert and me as the guide, and I will put you at ease right off the bat.
You may struggle with depression, anxiety or trauma.
You are at a crossroads in life - maybe feeling unsettled, maybe feeling like you're about to go under for the last time. It's time for a change. You've done your best on your own, but you need someone else on your side. You are the expert in your life, and I have experience walking with others as they find new direction. I offer Christian counseling and coaching services, believing we are each unique expressions of God's love. I can help you clarify your goals, and partner with you to make them a reality.
You may struggle with depression, anxiety or trauma.
You are at a crossroads in life - maybe feeling unsettled, maybe feeling like you're about to go under for the last time. It's time for a change. You've done your best on your own, but you need someone else on your side. You are the expert in your life, and I have experience walking with others as they find new direction. I offer Christian counseling and coaching services, believing we are each unique expressions of God's love. I can help you clarify your goals, and partner with you to make them a reality.
As a licensed professional therapist, I focus on narrative, cognitive behavioral and trauma-informed therapies.
I work with adult clients (18+) from all backgrounds and walks of life, providing a safe, accepting, and judgment-free environment to promote healing. Traditional approaches to therapy often focus on gaining awareness of our problems. Many of us are already aware of our problems—we want solutions! I walk with you to confront your barriers as we build on your unique strengths and bridge the gap between knowing to solving, from surviving to thriving!
As a licensed professional therapist, I focus on narrative, cognitive behavioral and trauma-informed therapies.
I work with adult clients (18+) from all backgrounds and walks of life, providing a safe, accepting, and judgment-free environment to promote healing. Traditional approaches to therapy often focus on gaining awareness of our problems. Many of us are already aware of our problems—we want solutions! I walk with you to confront your barriers as we build on your unique strengths and bridge the gap between knowing to solving, from surviving to thriving!
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I am an independent dual counselor with over 12 years experience with both mental health and substance use treatment. I specialize particularly in dealing with trauma, impulsive behavior, and relationship issues. Gaining skill in managing these and other issues that effect your ability to build positive and effective relationships with others. My goal is to aid you in building a life you want, even if you haven't figured out quite what that life is yet.
I am an independent dual counselor with over 12 years experience with both mental health and substance use treatment. I specialize particularly in dealing with trauma, impulsive behavior, and relationship issues. Gaining skill in managing these and other issues that effect your ability to build positive and effective relationships with others. My goal is to aid you in building a life you want, even if you haven't figured out quite what that life is yet.
Ginger Smith
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MSEd, LPCC, DARTT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45440
As a certified Developmental and Relational Trauma Therapist (DARTT), I help clients heal wounds that occurred in childhood (ages 0-18) and negatively impact them in adulthood.
Whether you are a teen or adult, you are not alone! The decision to talk with a counselor, to share pieces of your life with another individual, takes a great deal of strength and courage. Wounds and traumatic experiences can create intense and distressing physical, emotional, spiritual, and behavioral symptoms. In my work as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I strive to create a safe and genuine therapeutic alliance, which enables each client to feel valued and heard and to foster healing. Be it trauma, anxiety, depression or relationship issues, we will work together to set a pace that feels safe and supportive.
As a certified Developmental and Relational Trauma Therapist (DARTT), I help clients heal wounds that occurred in childhood (ages 0-18) and negatively impact them in adulthood.
Whether you are a teen or adult, you are not alone! The decision to talk with a counselor, to share pieces of your life with another individual, takes a great deal of strength and courage. Wounds and traumatic experiences can create intense and distressing physical, emotional, spiritual, and behavioral symptoms. In my work as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I strive to create a safe and genuine therapeutic alliance, which enables each client to feel valued and heard and to foster healing. Be it trauma, anxiety, depression or relationship issues, we will work together to set a pace that feels safe and supportive.
Barbara Rahe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, CCTP, MAC
Verified Verified
Centerville, OH 45440
I have specialized in Mental/Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder for 15 years with a lifespan focus. I provide services for adults, adolescents as well as the Veteran population. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Provider with Master Addiction Counselor Certification. Recovery from mental health or substance use disorder is very obtainable. I am a firm believer that people do recover! "We gain strength, and courage, and confidence by each experience in which we look fear in the face... We must do that one thing we think we cannot."- Eleanor Roosevelt **Email option provides quickest response time.
I have specialized in Mental/Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder for 15 years with a lifespan focus. I provide services for adults, adolescents as well as the Veteran population. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Provider with Master Addiction Counselor Certification. Recovery from mental health or substance use disorder is very obtainable. I am a firm believer that people do recover! "We gain strength, and courage, and confidence by each experience in which we look fear in the face... We must do that one thing we think we cannot."- Eleanor Roosevelt **Email option provides quickest response time.
Kelly Sierra
Counselor, MS, LPCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45459
Waitlist for new clients
Specialties include: EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS informed, trauma certified, positive psychology emphasis, polyvagal experiencing, compassion focused, CBT/Solution Focused, divorce recovery, Safe and Sound Protocol for nervous system regulation.
My counseling approach is centered on collaboration and empowerment, helping you identify and work through patterns that are negatively impacting your daily life. I specialize in using proven methods to uncover the root causes of these challenges. As we address and resolve these underlying issues, you’ll experience a decrease in emotional and psychological upsets and a growing ability to tap into your strengths, guiding you toward greater balance and resilience.
Specialties include: EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS informed, trauma certified, positive psychology emphasis, polyvagal experiencing, compassion focused, CBT/Solution Focused, divorce recovery, Safe and Sound Protocol for nervous system regulation.
My counseling approach is centered on collaboration and empowerment, helping you identify and work through patterns that are negatively impacting your daily life. I specialize in using proven methods to uncover the root causes of these challenges. As we address and resolve these underlying issues, you’ll experience a decrease in emotional and psychological upsets and a growing ability to tap into your strengths, guiding you toward greater balance and resilience.
Marisa M Badgley
Counselor, MS, LPCC-S, LICDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Centerville, OH 45459
Waitlist for new clients
It is my belief there is no crisis or concern too insurmountable or insignificant where the presence of a supportive therapeutic relationship cannot be beneficial. Seeking counseling is the first step on the path toward gaining insight, meaning and healing. I support clients in understanding and shifting emotions, thoughts and behaviors that may be causing suffering and impairing healthy functioning. I am humbled to walk alongside you on your path to healing. I counsel adults who have struggles with relationships, depression, anxiety, alcohol or drugs, communication, life transitions, family dynamics, anger, stress, and trauma.
It is my belief there is no crisis or concern too insurmountable or insignificant where the presence of a supportive therapeutic relationship cannot be beneficial. Seeking counseling is the first step on the path toward gaining insight, meaning and healing. I support clients in understanding and shifting emotions, thoughts and behaviors that may be causing suffering and impairing healthy functioning. I am humbled to walk alongside you on your path to healing. I counsel adults who have struggles with relationships, depression, anxiety, alcohol or drugs, communication, life transitions, family dynamics, anger, stress, and trauma.
"You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the end." C.S. Lewis. Allow me to help you work through the beginning to get to a new ending. I am a Certified Trauma Specialist. I have over 10 years of experience working with at risk youth and families through all types of difficulties including mental health issues and life issues. This includes working with those who have a history of Trauma/ PTSD, Anxiety, ADHD and Depression.
"You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the end." C.S. Lewis. Allow me to help you work through the beginning to get to a new ending. I am a Certified Trauma Specialist. I have over 10 years of experience working with at risk youth and families through all types of difficulties including mental health issues and life issues. This includes working with those who have a history of Trauma/ PTSD, Anxiety, ADHD and Depression.
We concurrently address underlying depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use recovery, etc.
Limiting NEW individual therapy clients to those with EATING disorder related issues. Whether this is your first time in counseling or something you’ve tried many times in your life, I’m excited to take this journey with you. Coming to accept that your food or body image issues may be too much to handle on your own can be challenging. Having the right support can make recovery possible. Taking a new approach to face your challenges requires courage. I believe that allowing yourself to connect with others, such as in a group, can also be an invaluable part of the healing process.
We concurrently address underlying depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use recovery, etc.
Limiting NEW individual therapy clients to those with EATING disorder related issues. Whether this is your first time in counseling or something you’ve tried many times in your life, I’m excited to take this journey with you. Coming to accept that your food or body image issues may be too much to handle on your own can be challenging. Having the right support can make recovery possible. Taking a new approach to face your challenges requires courage. I believe that allowing yourself to connect with others, such as in a group, can also be an invaluable part of the healing process.
I am an EMDRIA certified EMDR therapist specializing in trauma, anxiety, and depression with 30 years of experience providing mental health services.
I provide compassionate, affirming, and focused care specializing in trauma, anxiety, and depression. I love helping people through challenging issues, get unstuck from trauma, and achieve optimal mental health. I strongly believe you can find your strength in healing and growing! My job is to guide you in finding this strength, and then utilize it to find resolutions.
I am an EMDRIA certified EMDR therapist specializing in trauma, anxiety, and depression with 30 years of experience providing mental health services.
I provide compassionate, affirming, and focused care specializing in trauma, anxiety, and depression. I love helping people through challenging issues, get unstuck from trauma, and achieve optimal mental health. I strongly believe you can find your strength in healing and growing! My job is to guide you in finding this strength, and then utilize it to find resolutions.
My areas of focus include anger management, addiction, couples/relationship counseling, anxiety, depression,stress, , trauma, domestic violence and abuse, trauma, and divorce care.
My goal is to provide excellent client focused counseling to older teens and adults. My graduate training at the University of Dayton equipped me with a passion and the tools to serve our local population. I believe that every client is unique and that my approach aims to meet people where they are and help guide them to where they want to be. I hope that you will find me to be trustworthy, reflective, insightful, calming and safe. I hold the counseling relationship to be something special, it allows the client a place to explore, heal and grow and I am honored when I am included in this journey.
My areas of focus include anger management, addiction, couples/relationship counseling, anxiety, depression,stress, , trauma, domestic violence and abuse, trauma, and divorce care.
My goal is to provide excellent client focused counseling to older teens and adults. My graduate training at the University of Dayton equipped me with a passion and the tools to serve our local population. I believe that every client is unique and that my approach aims to meet people where they are and help guide them to where they want to be. I hope that you will find me to be trustworthy, reflective, insightful, calming and safe. I hold the counseling relationship to be something special, it allows the client a place to explore, heal and grow and I am honored when I am included in this journey.
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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.