Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Elkins Park, PA
Marquita Bolden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Elkins Park, PA 19027
I provide EMDR), a specialized approach centered around managing trauma and related distressing memories.
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 provide EMDR), a specialized approach centered around managing trauma and related distressing memories.
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.
Substance Use and Post-Incarceration Treatment
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027
Whether you are dealing with past trauma, facing legal challenges, problems gambling, or navigating substance use issues, we are here to support you.
At Gentle Force Counseling Services, we provide comprehensive outpatient mental health services and substance use disorder treatment specifically tailored for individuals in the criminal justice system or those at risk of criminal behavior. Our multidisciplinary team combines expertise in psychology, criminology, and addiction recovery to offer compassionate, evidence-based care that promotes healing and rehabilitation.
Whether you are dealing with past trauma, facing legal challenges, problems gambling, or navigating substance use issues, we are here to support you.
At Gentle Force Counseling Services, we provide comprehensive outpatient mental health services and substance use disorder treatment specifically tailored for individuals in the criminal justice system or those at risk of criminal behavior. Our multidisciplinary team combines expertise in psychology, criminology, and addiction recovery to offer compassionate, evidence-based care that promotes healing and rehabilitation.
Barbara Eve Breitman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DMin
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027
I am a trauma-informed therapist, who understands that traumatic memory lives in the body.
There are times when we know we need a thoughtful, compassionate and skillful listener to help us sort things out. I have helped many people move through life transitions and losses with resilience; resolve relationship problems and discern new directions for work, school and creative expression.
I am a trauma-informed therapist, who understands that traumatic memory lives in the body.
There are times when we know we need a thoughtful, compassionate and skillful listener to help us sort things out. I have helped many people move through life transitions and losses with resilience; resolve relationship problems and discern new directions for work, school and creative expression.
Jessica B Covitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027 (Online Only)
I have experience helping with depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, chronic pain and illness.
Sometimes we look around and life is not the way we want it to be: full of disappointment, stress, sadness or loss. Sometimes we need help finding our way. In my practice, I seek to create a compassionate, supportive space for collaborative exploration, growth and positive change. I create a place where you can be seen and acknowledged, and you can give words to feelings and experiences, to discover greater understanding and self- awareness. When we understand our patterns of behaviors and feelings, we can free ourselves of the unwanted burdens that weigh us down, and live more fully and happily in the present.
I have experience helping with depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, chronic pain and illness.
Sometimes we look around and life is not the way we want it to be: full of disappointment, stress, sadness or loss. Sometimes we need help finding our way. In my practice, I seek to create a compassionate, supportive space for collaborative exploration, growth and positive change. I create a place where you can be seen and acknowledged, and you can give words to feelings and experiences, to discover greater understanding and self- awareness. When we understand our patterns of behaviors and feelings, we can free ourselves of the unwanted burdens that weigh us down, and live more fully and happily in the present.
Couples and Family Wellness Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkins Park, PA 19027
Is your partner or family giving you grief ? Worried about your teen or tween? Feeling depressed, anxious, moody? Is co-parenting going badly? Considering divorce? Experiencing post-partum depression or infertility difficulties? Do you have a history of trauma or ACOA? Our expert therapists can help! With 3 offices to serve you: Berwyn, Paoli, & Elkins Park.
Are your partner, parents or children driving you crazy? Our counselors can show you how to enjoy the best of your family while learning to let go of the parts that interfere with your happiness. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, or make the same self-defeating relationship mistakes repeatedly, we'd like to work with you to break these cycles and enjoy life. Are you a first responder or veteran? Talk therapy won't help. We provide evidence-based EMDR. You deserve a counselor with the training and experience to help resolve the problems that bring you to therapy, heal old wounds and deepen the bonds you already share.
Is your partner or family giving you grief ? Worried about your teen or tween? Feeling depressed, anxious, moody? Is co-parenting going badly? Considering divorce? Experiencing post-partum depression or infertility difficulties? Do you have a history of trauma or ACOA? Our expert therapists can help! With 3 offices to serve you: Berwyn, Paoli, & Elkins Park.
Are your partner, parents or children driving you crazy? Our counselors can show you how to enjoy the best of your family while learning to let go of the parts that interfere with your happiness. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, or make the same self-defeating relationship mistakes repeatedly, we'd like to work with you to break these cycles and enjoy life. Are you a first responder or veteran? Talk therapy won't help. We provide evidence-based EMDR. You deserve a counselor with the training and experience to help resolve the problems that bring you to therapy, heal old wounds and deepen the bonds you already share.
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.
Shanna Savage
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027 (Online Only)
I have a lot of experience with trauma, anxiety, depression, survivors of domestic violence, autism, and borderline personality disorders.
I offer telehealth sessions through a secure portal for clients who are distancing or quarantined. Have you been struggling with feeling sad, having enough energy to get through your day, or been overwhelmed with worry? I believe that each individual possesses strength and resilience, and sometimes it takes work to for one to recognize the unique qualities and character they have. I want to help you in your journey to discovering your strengths and help you through moments that have challenged you in the past and present, to create a better future.
I have a lot of experience with trauma, anxiety, depression, survivors of domestic violence, autism, and borderline personality disorders.
I offer telehealth sessions through a secure portal for clients who are distancing or quarantined. Have you been struggling with feeling sad, having enough energy to get through your day, or been overwhelmed with worry? I believe that each individual possesses strength and resilience, and sometimes it takes work to for one to recognize the unique qualities and character they have. I want to help you in your journey to discovering your strengths and help you through moments that have challenged you in the past and present, to create a better future.
Valerie Hicks Ashley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027 (Online Only)
Living in reaction to your trauma - possibly without knowing it - is not only painful but can feel debilitating.
I have devoted my work life to helping people who have experienced abuse, neglect, and trauma and who are suffering from the consequences of that trauma.
Living in reaction to your trauma - possibly without knowing it - is not only painful but can feel debilitating.
I have devoted my work life to helping people who have experienced abuse, neglect, and trauma and who are suffering from the consequences of that trauma.
I have experience helping clients gain insight into a wide variety of issues related to depression, anxiety, grief, relationships, trauma, sexuality, and gender identity.
I believe that people are naturally resilient, possessing a deep well of inner strength. Every experience, past and present, is relevant to therapeutic work, and I strive to create a collaborative space to explore the things that weigh us all down. I approach each session with empathy, curiosity and an open mind, and encourage you to approach your own relationships, thoughts, and day-to-day life the same way. My relational approach to therapy is strongly rooted in the psychodynamic tradition, integrating narrative, DBT, and mindfulness techniques to meet the specific needs of each person I work with.
I have experience helping clients gain insight into a wide variety of issues related to depression, anxiety, grief, relationships, trauma, sexuality, and gender identity.
I believe that people are naturally resilient, possessing a deep well of inner strength. Every experience, past and present, is relevant to therapeutic work, and I strive to create a collaborative space to explore the things that weigh us all down. I approach each session with empathy, curiosity and an open mind, and encourage you to approach your own relationships, thoughts, and day-to-day life the same way. My relational approach to therapy is strongly rooted in the psychodynamic tradition, integrating narrative, DBT, and mindfulness techniques to meet the specific needs of each person I work with.
Therapy can be a great way to not only process trauma, but also gain insight into self, develop emotional intelligence, and enhance your relationships.
I help people pleasers, perfectionists, and overachievers learn how to stop overfunctioning and set healthier boundaries. I also specialize in working with BIPOC women to heal from trauma in a world that continues to be traumatizing. Life can feel scary and uncertain. Fortunately, we do not have to go through it alone.
Therapy can be a great way to not only process trauma, but also gain insight into self, develop emotional intelligence, and enhance your relationships.
I help people pleasers, perfectionists, and overachievers learn how to stop overfunctioning and set healthier boundaries. I also specialize in working with BIPOC women to heal from trauma in a world that continues to be traumatizing. Life can feel scary and uncertain. Fortunately, we do not have to go through it alone.
Are you a trauma survivor? Someone with a ‘difference that makes a difference’ (via age, gender, faith, neuro-diversity, physical disability, emotional intensity, or intelligence level)? Someone whose life is particularly complicated? You are welcome here!.
There are SO MANY therapists. Why come to me? Come to me if traditional talk therapy hasn’t worked for you. IFS (Internal Family Systems therapy) is a game-changer. As an experienced level 2 trained IFS therapist, I can guide you into a mildly altered state in which you will connect to and heal parts of yourself that are out of balance.
Are you a trauma survivor? Someone with a ‘difference that makes a difference’ (via age, gender, faith, neuro-diversity, physical disability, emotional intensity, or intelligence level)? Someone whose life is particularly complicated? You are welcome here!.
There are SO MANY therapists. Why come to me? Come to me if traditional talk therapy hasn’t worked for you. IFS (Internal Family Systems therapy) is a game-changer. As an experienced level 2 trained IFS therapist, I can guide you into a mildly altered state in which you will connect to and heal parts of yourself that are out of balance.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RN, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkins Park, PA 19027
You desire to improve your mental health wellness, empower yourself in everyday life decisions, and confront unresolved childhood trauma, family dynamics, relationships, and/or trust issues. You long for a life filled with peace, inner joy that makes you smile, love, loyalty, and respect of family, romantic partner, and friends. You have been searching for a therapist who can comprehend your history, offer assistance, and support you through your healing journey concerning the matters of your heart.
You desire to improve your mental health wellness, empower yourself in everyday life decisions, and confront unresolved childhood trauma, family dynamics, relationships, and/or trust issues. You long for a life filled with peace, inner joy that makes you smile, love, loyalty, and respect of family, romantic partner, and friends. You have been searching for a therapist who can comprehend your history, offer assistance, and support you through your healing journey concerning the matters of your heart.
Loretta Eberle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkins Park, PA 19027 (Online Only)
I successfully work with adults, adolescents, children, and families by using evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral (TF-CBT), and Eco-Systemic Family (ESFT) therapies. I implement these techniques by personalizing them to your specific therapeutic journey so that you and your family can learn the skills needed to persevere over depression, anxiety, and trauma while also mastering interventions that can aid you in improving your communication and social skills.
I successfully work with adults, adolescents, children, and families by using evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral (TF-CBT), and Eco-Systemic Family (ESFT) therapies. I implement these techniques by personalizing them to your specific therapeutic journey so that you and your family can learn the skills needed to persevere over depression, anxiety, and trauma while also mastering interventions that can aid you in improving your communication and social skills.
Lauren Sileski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027 (Online Only)
I work with teens and adults who are struggling with motivation, anxiety, depression, life stressors, ADHD, trauma and personal growth.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, depression, perfectionism or just feeling stuck? You can't focus and you try to make changes but it just doesn't stick. You want relief, freedom, joy and the help from someone that can guide you to the other side. You are not alone. I understand what you are going through. In addition to counseling, I offer text message support between sessions. My approach is collaborative, strength based, and personalized, aimed at fostering resilience, growth, and positive change in each individual I work with.
I work with teens and adults who are struggling with motivation, anxiety, depression, life stressors, ADHD, trauma and personal growth.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, depression, perfectionism or just feeling stuck? You can't focus and you try to make changes but it just doesn't stick. You want relief, freedom, joy and the help from someone that can guide you to the other side. You are not alone. I understand what you are going through. In addition to counseling, I offer text message support between sessions. My approach is collaborative, strength based, and personalized, aimed at fostering resilience, growth, and positive change in each individual I work with.
NATALIE KELLER, LCSW specializes in women's issues, addiction and EMDR for trauma.
Dr. DANIEL SCHWARZ is a Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist in private practice for over 30 years. He specializes in working with children who have learning challenges, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other behavioral problems. He provides family therapy, parent training and couples therapy. Dr. Schwarz consults with schools and clients' physicians to help coordinate treatment. He is fluent in Spanish and is unique in his ability to be culturally sensitive to his clients needs. Dr. Schwarz provides psychological evaluations for Immigration Issues and Waivers. Dr. Schwarz has three experienced providers in his practice.
NATALIE KELLER, LCSW specializes in women's issues, addiction and EMDR for trauma.
Dr. DANIEL SCHWARZ is a Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist in private practice for over 30 years. He specializes in working with children who have learning challenges, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other behavioral problems. He provides family therapy, parent training and couples therapy. Dr. Schwarz consults with schools and clients' physicians to help coordinate treatment. He is fluent in Spanish and is unique in his ability to be culturally sensitive to his clients needs. Dr. Schwarz provides psychological evaluations for Immigration Issues and Waivers. Dr. Schwarz has three experienced providers in his practice.
Karen is a marriage and family therapist with 10+ years experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Karen has a unique base of clinical experience and offers individual, couples, family and group counseling. Karen has significant experience and advanced clinical training treating varying degrees of psychological trauma.
Karen is a marriage and family therapist with 10+ years experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Karen has a unique base of clinical experience and offers individual, couples, family and group counseling. Karen has significant experience and advanced clinical training treating varying degrees of psychological trauma.
Therapeutic & Wellness Consulting, LLC
Counselor
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027 (Online Only)
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, toxic work environments, racialized trauma, co-dependency or etc.
Danica D. Moore, LMSW is the Founder of Therapeutic and Wellness Consulting, LLC (TAWC) with an expertise in trauma recovery. She believes that healing, happiness and success are the birthright of everyone and has spent the last 20 years creating safe spaces to support clients pursue that path. As an expert in trauma and wellness, Danica’s work crosses a variety of settings with diverse clients. She has worked with individuals, groups, couples, non-profits and for-profit businesses. She operates within a strength-based framework, using evidence-based practices such as CBT to promote transformation and healing.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, toxic work environments, racialized trauma, co-dependency or etc.
Danica D. Moore, LMSW is the Founder of Therapeutic and Wellness Consulting, LLC (TAWC) with an expertise in trauma recovery. She believes that healing, happiness and success are the birthright of everyone and has spent the last 20 years creating safe spaces to support clients pursue that path. As an expert in trauma and wellness, Danica’s work crosses a variety of settings with diverse clients. She has worked with individuals, groups, couples, non-profits and for-profit businesses. She operates within a strength-based framework, using evidence-based practices such as CBT to promote transformation and healing.
Cathy Jacobsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkins Park, PA 19027 (Online Only)
While my own experience with the trauma of losing an adult child, a sibling and a best friend is different from yours, talking with someone who 'knows' promotes an unspoken bond.
An experienced clinician and Grief and Loss Educator, I'm devoted to helping clients manage life's challenges while uncovering their unique strengths and resources. I work with a broad range of issues- trauma, anxiety (OCD, Panic) depression, relationships. Grief over the loss of a loved one is an area of special interest. Grief is traumatic and transformative. There is no ‘cure’ for grief. No timeline. You tell yourself that time will heal the wound, yet every day opens it anew. I am your guide, the journey is yours. You will leave our first session feeling understood, more hopeful and with at least one new coping skill in hand.
While my own experience with the trauma of losing an adult child, a sibling and a best friend is different from yours, talking with someone who 'knows' promotes an unspoken bond.
An experienced clinician and Grief and Loss Educator, I'm devoted to helping clients manage life's challenges while uncovering their unique strengths and resources. I work with a broad range of issues- trauma, anxiety (OCD, Panic) depression, relationships. Grief over the loss of a loved one is an area of special interest. Grief is traumatic and transformative. There is no ‘cure’ for grief. No timeline. You tell yourself that time will heal the wound, yet every day opens it anew. I am your guide, the journey is yours. You will leave our first session feeling understood, more hopeful and with at least one new coping skill in hand.
Diana Snyder
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Elkins Park, PA 19027
Waitlist for new clients
I integrate early childhood experiences, trauma, and attachment in my all of my work.
As a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I deeply understand that our relationships mean everything: to our family, our partners, our friends, and ourselves. When we are unhappy and suffering, our needs are not being met in a fundamental way. My vision for successful therapy is allowing the space and time to explore those needs. As a therapist who uses systems theory, I might explore the different ‘parts’ of a person's experience with themselves and others in Individual and Family Therapy. In Couples Therapy, I pull from the Gottman Method as well as EFT to strengthen and heal relationships with fantastic and practical tools.
I integrate early childhood experiences, trauma, and attachment in my all of my work.
As a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I deeply understand that our relationships mean everything: to our family, our partners, our friends, and ourselves. When we are unhappy and suffering, our needs are not being met in a fundamental way. My vision for successful therapy is allowing the space and time to explore those needs. As a therapist who uses systems theory, I might explore the different ‘parts’ of a person's experience with themselves and others in Individual and Family Therapy. In Couples Therapy, I pull from the Gottman Method as well as EFT to strengthen and heal relationships with fantastic and practical tools.
Life Matters, Counseling Servrvice Annie Byrne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CDVRS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkins Park, PA 19027
I utilize elements of trauma focused CBT, mindfulness, cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, solution focused, psycho-education and the most important working closely with my client to develop the right treatment plan throughout a collaborative process.
My style is a relaxed conversation, my experience, is as follows; working within mother baby shelters over 25 years, Adolescents, Level of care (acute med surg) inpatient, First Responders, Law enforcement. Populations that I have worked with include areas of trauma, grief, depression, suicide, bullying, substance abuse, self esteem and includes Life Changes.
I utilize elements of trauma focused CBT, mindfulness, cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, solution focused, psycho-education and the most important working closely with my client to develop the right treatment plan throughout a collaborative process.
My style is a relaxed conversation, my experience, is as follows; working within mother baby shelters over 25 years, Adolescents, Level of care (acute med surg) inpatient, First Responders, Law enforcement. Populations that I have worked with include areas of trauma, grief, depression, suicide, bullying, substance abuse, self esteem and includes Life Changes.
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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.