Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Abington, PA
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I am an anxiety and trauma specialist.
Welcome to my profile! My name is Dr. Freeman, I am a Black male psychologist, and I am excited to offer you compassionate, skilled, and effective therapy. I support clients managing anxiety and trauma, so if you have a fear of persons, situations, and life events that restricts your well-being and quality of life, get in touch with me. I will assist you in becoming more confident in overcoming these concerns in hopes of easing your journey to recovery. In addition to therapy, I offer comprehensive, affirming psychological evaluations for trauma, ADHD, and autism. This process supports understanding strengths and areas of growth.
I am an anxiety and trauma specialist.
Welcome to my profile! My name is Dr. Freeman, I am a Black male psychologist, and I am excited to offer you compassionate, skilled, and effective therapy. I support clients managing anxiety and trauma, so if you have a fear of persons, situations, and life events that restricts your well-being and quality of life, get in touch with me. I will assist you in becoming more confident in overcoming these concerns in hopes of easing your journey to recovery. In addition to therapy, I offer comprehensive, affirming psychological evaluations for trauma, ADHD, and autism. This process supports understanding strengths and areas of growth.
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Jill Comins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, BC-DMT, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Abington, PA 19001
The decision to seek therapy is unique and personal to each one of us. Whether you're seeking help for a specific life event or looking to understand ongoing struggles, I'm here to offer a supportive and a judgment-free space for you to show up, just as you are, as you begin your process of personal healing and growth. I work with clients with a wide array of issues including depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, and those struggling with substance abuse. We will work together to understand how personal experiences have shaped your present-day reality, including beliefs about yourself and how you engage in the world.
The decision to seek therapy is unique and personal to each one of us. Whether you're seeking help for a specific life event or looking to understand ongoing struggles, I'm here to offer a supportive and a judgment-free space for you to show up, just as you are, as you begin your process of personal healing and growth. I work with clients with a wide array of issues including depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, and those struggling with substance abuse. We will work together to understand how personal experiences have shaped your present-day reality, including beliefs about yourself and how you engage in the world.
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As a somatic therapist, if you are experiencing anxiety/panic, trauma, intense grief, relationship issues, stuckness or feeling lost, depression or any number of issues, I approach treatment from a holistic necessity. Thoughts, feelings, and your body's responses need to be treated together. I use techniques that bring these different aspects of us back into communication with each other to reduces the intensity of upsetting memories, lessen fears/anxiety/numbness, and help build self-awareness, contentment, and confidence in the process. Please reach out! www.mindbodyheartcounseling.com / Free consult: call/text 484-378-9150
As a somatic therapist, if you are experiencing anxiety/panic, trauma, intense grief, relationship issues, stuckness or feeling lost, depression or any number of issues, I approach treatment from a holistic necessity. Thoughts, feelings, and your body's responses need to be treated together. I use techniques that bring these different aspects of us back into communication with each other to reduces the intensity of upsetting memories, lessen fears/anxiety/numbness, and help build self-awareness, contentment, and confidence in the process. Please reach out! www.mindbodyheartcounseling.com / Free consult: call/text 484-378-9150
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Acacia Masso
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abington, PA 19001 (Online Only)
I view clients as the experts in their own lives, and my goal is to create a warm, empathetic, and supportive partnership. I support people experiencing trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. As someone raised in Uganda, South Sudan, and Kenya, moving to the United States as a young adult, I am interested in supporting people processing cross-cultural transition and bicultural identity, as well as intergenerational, communal trauma and survivor’s guilt. As a queer therapist, I am passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ clients as well.
I view clients as the experts in their own lives, and my goal is to create a warm, empathetic, and supportive partnership. I support people experiencing trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. As someone raised in Uganda, South Sudan, and Kenya, moving to the United States as a young adult, I am interested in supporting people processing cross-cultural transition and bicultural identity, as well as intergenerational, communal trauma and survivor’s guilt. As a queer therapist, I am passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ clients as well.
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We specialize in working with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, recovery from addiction, grief and trauma.
F.L.O.W. is a wellness center emphasizing a whole-person, integrative approach. Our team of Clinical Therapists, Practitioners, and Instructors is here to support you--physically, mentally, and emotionally-- as you take steps on your journey to transformation. We believe you are best served holistically; therefore, you can choose from mental health counseling, functional nutrition, or yoga, to name a few of our services. We offer these services virtually and in our comfortable, home-like wellness center so you can work on creating your best life in whatever environment you prefer.
We specialize in working with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, recovery from addiction, grief and trauma.
F.L.O.W. is a wellness center emphasizing a whole-person, integrative approach. Our team of Clinical Therapists, Practitioners, and Instructors is here to support you--physically, mentally, and emotionally-- as you take steps on your journey to transformation. We believe you are best served holistically; therefore, you can choose from mental health counseling, functional nutrition, or yoga, to name a few of our services. We offer these services virtually and in our comfortable, home-like wellness center so you can work on creating your best life in whatever environment you prefer.
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All Ears Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Abington, PA 19001 (Online Only)
All Ears Counseling Center prioritizes compassion, safety, and trust in all aspects of the therapeutic experience. We offer individual and family counseling services to children, adolescents, and young adults. MacKenzie Miller, LPC has several years of experience in helping children recover from PTSD and other effects of trauma, utilizing evidence-based models such as TF-CBT and EMDR. MacKenzie has also helped individuals cope with symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and comorbid diagnoses. We also offer licensure supervision for individuals or groups via telehealth, starting 7/1/24.
All Ears Counseling Center prioritizes compassion, safety, and trust in all aspects of the therapeutic experience. We offer individual and family counseling services to children, adolescents, and young adults. MacKenzie Miller, LPC has several years of experience in helping children recover from PTSD and other effects of trauma, utilizing evidence-based models such as TF-CBT and EMDR. MacKenzie has also helped individuals cope with symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and comorbid diagnoses. We also offer licensure supervision for individuals or groups via telehealth, starting 7/1/24.
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Ames Ryan Capomacchio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abington, PA 19001
Waitlist for new clients
I provide gender affirming and trauma informed care to those embarking on a journey related to gender and sexuality identity exploration or interested in working on trauma or abuse history.
Does this sound like your internal dialogue?: “What is wrong with me? Why can’t I just do better, be better? Will I always feel this broken?” What if the answer is that there is NOTHING wrong with you. What if you were to find out that you are fundamentally, at your core, a deeply good and capable human. What if love and acceptance for self and others were your status quo? We will explore aspects of yourself that may be difficult to love and accept, to help you better understand why you are repeating patterns that are harming you or the people around you, and to find a place where you can safely express all of who you are.
I provide gender affirming and trauma informed care to those embarking on a journey related to gender and sexuality identity exploration or interested in working on trauma or abuse history.
Does this sound like your internal dialogue?: “What is wrong with me? Why can’t I just do better, be better? Will I always feel this broken?” What if the answer is that there is NOTHING wrong with you. What if you were to find out that you are fundamentally, at your core, a deeply good and capable human. What if love and acceptance for self and others were your status quo? We will explore aspects of yourself that may be difficult to love and accept, to help you better understand why you are repeating patterns that are harming you or the people around you, and to find a place where you can safely express all of who you are.
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Working through trauma can take on so many forms.
Maybe you feel like you have tried everything in your power. Perhaps your marriage is heading to a place you promised yourselves you would avoid. Are you confronting traumas from decades ago and shocked that they still haunt you? Are grief and loss ever present? Is your career suffering or inexplicably intertwined with your mental health? Have you felt like an outsider, despite being involved in your community? Do you struggle with aspects of your faith? Maybe your addiction is the only thing that is working and predictable in your life. Do you question if even one person out there genuinely believes your story?
Working through trauma can take on so many forms.
Maybe you feel like you have tried everything in your power. Perhaps your marriage is heading to a place you promised yourselves you would avoid. Are you confronting traumas from decades ago and shocked that they still haunt you? Are grief and loss ever present? Is your career suffering or inexplicably intertwined with your mental health? Have you felt like an outsider, despite being involved in your community? Do you struggle with aspects of your faith? Maybe your addiction is the only thing that is working and predictable in your life. Do you question if even one person out there genuinely believes your story?
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anxiety, domestic violence, OCD, infidelity, anger management, ADHD, rape, stress management, moral injury with Veterans, divorce, co-parenting, singleness, adult/parent child relationship issues, cross cultural issues, PTSD and boundary issues.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards achieving your full potential. My name is Rowan Moore and I have over 18 years of clinical experience in in-patient, partial day programs and outpatient settings. My experience with individual, family and marital therapy can be an asset to you. I provide online and phone counseling if you are unable to come to the office.
anxiety, domestic violence, OCD, infidelity, anger management, ADHD, rape, stress management, moral injury with Veterans, divorce, co-parenting, singleness, adult/parent child relationship issues, cross cultural issues, PTSD and boundary issues.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards achieving your full potential. My name is Rowan Moore and I have over 18 years of clinical experience in in-patient, partial day programs and outpatient settings. My experience with individual, family and marital therapy can be an asset to you. I provide online and phone counseling if you are unable to come to the office.
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We specialize in the evaluation & treatment of trauma, the addictions, anger, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
If you’re reading this, chances are you are looking for a better way of coping with stress. Stress makes problems worse, is unavoidable, and our reaction to feeling stressed/ overwhelmed can create more stress. I’m a licensed clinical psychologist and registered nurse, and would be happy to work with you and help sort it all out. Our direct phone number is (215) 885-8045.
We specialize in the evaluation & treatment of trauma, the addictions, anger, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
If you’re reading this, chances are you are looking for a better way of coping with stress. Stress makes problems worse, is unavoidable, and our reaction to feeling stressed/ overwhelmed can create more stress. I’m a licensed clinical psychologist and registered nurse, and would be happy to work with you and help sort it all out. Our direct phone number is (215) 885-8045.
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Theresa Onorato Lpc Certified Trauma Specialist
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MACP, SAC
Verified Verified
Abington, PA 19001
Everyone is Deserving of Help. The question isn't "What's wrong with you?" but "What's happened to you?" Theresa is a Certified Trauma Specialist who will help you heal from your painful past and the current struggles you have been experiencing. She will guide you in discovering insight into limiting belief systems so that you may live a healthier and more positive lifestyle. Her goal is to assist you in regaining a sense of safety in the present and hopefulness toward your future. After receiving a Master’s degree in Psychology, she received her trauma certification in Prolonged Exposure Therapy from the Univ. of Pennsylvania.
Everyone is Deserving of Help. The question isn't "What's wrong with you?" but "What's happened to you?" Theresa is a Certified Trauma Specialist who will help you heal from your painful past and the current struggles you have been experiencing. She will guide you in discovering insight into limiting belief systems so that you may live a healthier and more positive lifestyle. Her goal is to assist you in regaining a sense of safety in the present and hopefulness toward your future. After receiving a Master’s degree in Psychology, she received her trauma certification in Prolonged Exposure Therapy from the Univ. of Pennsylvania.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MTBC, MA, EMDR, BSP
Verified Verified
Abington, PA 19001 (Online Only)
Elizabeth specializes in helping people with symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, OCD, panic, C/PTSD and Dissociative Disorders due to childhood and adult traumatic experiences of bullying, neglect and abuse by a trusted or inescapable person, sexual and physical abuses, verbal, mental, cognitive and emotional abuses, financial control, food control, coercive control, deceit, deception and gaslighting, guilt trips, professional obstruction, and chronic micro aggressions of public humiliations, and 'teasing'.
Elizabeth specializes in helping people with symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, OCD, panic, C/PTSD and Dissociative Disorders due to childhood and adult traumatic experiences of bullying, neglect and abuse by a trusted or inescapable person, sexual and physical abuses, verbal, mental, cognitive and emotional abuses, financial control, food control, coercive control, deceit, deception and gaslighting, guilt trips, professional obstruction, and chronic micro aggressions of public humiliations, and 'teasing'.
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I am level I certified in Attachment Focused Family Therapy and have specific experience and training in Trauma Therapy.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides individual, and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults in the greater Philadelphia area. I see therapy as a collaborative effort focused on helping you find balance, insight, and ease both inside and out. Whether you are facing relationship issues, stressful life circumstances, or processing the aftermath of upsetting experiences, I hope to provide a space that is both judgment free and healing.
I am level I certified in Attachment Focused Family Therapy and have specific experience and training in Trauma Therapy.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides individual, and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults in the greater Philadelphia area. I see therapy as a collaborative effort focused on helping you find balance, insight, and ease both inside and out. Whether you are facing relationship issues, stressful life circumstances, or processing the aftermath of upsetting experiences, I hope to provide a space that is both judgment free and healing.
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Veronica Temons
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abington, PA 19001
My ideal client is a person who is ready, and motivated to make changes. They could have a mood disorder, personality disorder, a history of trauma, or other issues that plague them. My goal is to meet you where you are at, and assist in meeting your goals! Clients who work with me want and achieve stability, whole health, and joy in their lives, despite their mental health problems.
My ideal client is a person who is ready, and motivated to make changes. They could have a mood disorder, personality disorder, a history of trauma, or other issues that plague them. My goal is to meet you where you are at, and assist in meeting your goals! Clients who work with me want and achieve stability, whole health, and joy in their lives, despite their mental health problems.
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Cassandra (Casey) Koch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abington, PA 19001 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life can come at you with full force leaving you feeling lost and alone. Living in a world with such high expectations can leave you questioning your thoughts, mind, and body. I want you to know that I hear you, I see you, and you are not alone. The pain of trauma(s), grief, and loss have made you question the meaning of your life and how you can move forward. Years of body-shame and disordered eating have left you feeling disconnected with yourself and the world. You feel defeated with the heavy burdens you have carried throughout your life.
Life can come at you with full force leaving you feeling lost and alone. Living in a world with such high expectations can leave you questioning your thoughts, mind, and body. I want you to know that I hear you, I see you, and you are not alone. The pain of trauma(s), grief, and loss have made you question the meaning of your life and how you can move forward. Years of body-shame and disordered eating have left you feeling disconnected with yourself and the world. You feel defeated with the heavy burdens you have carried throughout your life.
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—Accepting New Clients In-Person or Virtual; Text or Call to Schedule Free Consult— Anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflict, trauma responses...these are symptoms of underlying pain and fracturing that can be healed. You might know the origin, such as an acute loss or trauma, or maybe you have no idea why you feel lonely, on edge, misunderstood, or unable to face life transitions. It's a common experience to feel disconnected, even from yourself, and while I believe you're the only one who can ultimately make yourself whole, you don't have to find the way alone.
—Accepting New Clients In-Person or Virtual; Text or Call to Schedule Free Consult— Anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflict, trauma responses...these are symptoms of underlying pain and fracturing that can be healed. You might know the origin, such as an acute loss or trauma, or maybe you have no idea why you feel lonely, on edge, misunderstood, or unable to face life transitions. It's a common experience to feel disconnected, even from yourself, and while I believe you're the only one who can ultimately make yourself whole, you don't have to find the way alone.
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Rik Fire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Abington, PA 19001
CPT Certified (Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD & Post-Traumatic Bereavement); Gender & Sexuality Specialist; Certified Kundalini Yoga & Meditation Teacher; Reiki Master; Ordained Interfaith Minister; Advanced Certified Shamanic Practitioner.
Rik Fire (aka Manjot Singh Khalsa) is a psychotherapist in private practice since 1996, sacred healer, interfaith minister, teacher and co-creator of Radikal Healing. Radikal Healing is a process of life transformation utilizing a complement of modalities tailored to each client's individual needs including psychotherapy, meditation, Kundalini yoga, Shamanic technology, energy medicine, life coaching and supervised fasting. Village of Radikal Healing in Montgomery County, PA & Radikal Healing Suite Asbury Park, NJ are healing centers that provide opportunities for people to embrace the Radikal Life they were meant to live.
CPT Certified (Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD & Post-Traumatic Bereavement); Gender & Sexuality Specialist; Certified Kundalini Yoga & Meditation Teacher; Reiki Master; Ordained Interfaith Minister; Advanced Certified Shamanic Practitioner.
Rik Fire (aka Manjot Singh Khalsa) is a psychotherapist in private practice since 1996, sacred healer, interfaith minister, teacher and co-creator of Radikal Healing. Radikal Healing is a process of life transformation utilizing a complement of modalities tailored to each client's individual needs including psychotherapy, meditation, Kundalini yoga, Shamanic technology, energy medicine, life coaching and supervised fasting. Village of Radikal Healing in Montgomery County, PA & Radikal Healing Suite Asbury Park, NJ are healing centers that provide opportunities for people to embrace the Radikal Life they were meant to live.
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I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor, practicing as a therapist, trainer, and consultant in Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs. I offer individual therapy, couples counseling and family counseling for children, adolescents and adults. I have a broad and unique base of clinical experience and education. I have a particular passion and expertise in working with children, adolescents, individuals and families struggling with relationships difficulties. I have significant experience and advanced clinical training treating varying degrees of psychological trauma.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor, practicing as a therapist, trainer, and consultant in Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs. I offer individual therapy, couples counseling and family counseling for children, adolescents and adults. I have a broad and unique base of clinical experience and education. I have a particular passion and expertise in working with children, adolescents, individuals and families struggling with relationships difficulties. I have significant experience and advanced clinical training treating varying degrees of psychological trauma.
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Marquita Bolden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Abington, PA 19001
I hold space for adults who are healing from childhood trauma, racial trauma, and gendered trauma. Trauma means that you've faced deeply stressful events that have left significant physical, emotional, or spiritual scars. Each person's encounter with trauma is unique, but universally, the body becomes an alarm system, indicating when a traumatic event has occurred. Trauma can disrupt your sleep and hijack your thought processes, often anchoring you in a state of constant fear or anger. Together, we'll embark on a journey to discover strategies that ground your body and help you regain a a sense of safety.
I hold space for adults who are healing from childhood trauma, racial trauma, and gendered trauma. Trauma means that you've faced deeply stressful events that have left significant physical, emotional, or spiritual scars. Each person's encounter with trauma is unique, but universally, the body becomes an alarm system, indicating when a traumatic event has occurred. Trauma can disrupt your sleep and hijack your thought processes, often anchoring you in a state of constant fear or anger. Together, we'll embark on a journey to discover strategies that ground your body and help you regain a a sense of safety.
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Life's Metamorphosis LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Abington, PA 19001 (Online Only)
Life is full of many twists and turns! It presents a number of challenges that can make it hard to cope with life's unanticipated changes. Even though this may be true, it does not need to leave you stuck with a life void of functioning in the way you want! Hello, my name is Heather Wardlaw and I am a consummate professional who is excited to be in service to you at Life’s Metamorphosis LLC! With more than 20 years of experience, I am a current Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified School Counselor with a certificate in Trauma Studies from Arcadia University.
Life is full of many twists and turns! It presents a number of challenges that can make it hard to cope with life's unanticipated changes. Even though this may be true, it does not need to leave you stuck with a life void of functioning in the way you want! Hello, my name is Heather Wardlaw and I am a consummate professional who is excited to be in service to you at Life’s Metamorphosis LLC! With more than 20 years of experience, I am a current Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified School Counselor with a certificate in Trauma Studies from Arcadia University.
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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.