Trauma Focused Therapists in State College, PA
State College Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
Treatment approaches I focus on include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, EMDR, Trauma Art Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Behavioral Therapy.
When people are experiencing stress, unhappiness, and conflict they often feel like there is no hope. I help individuals work on identifying and processing, triggers, coping with their pain, and moving forward to reach their life goals. I help children, adults, and families focus on their strengths to be able to live their best lives. Individuals may need a variety of ways to achieve this.
Treatment approaches I focus on include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, EMDR, Trauma Art Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Behavioral Therapy.
When people are experiencing stress, unhappiness, and conflict they often feel like there is no hope. I help individuals work on identifying and processing, triggers, coping with their pain, and moving forward to reach their life goals. I help children, adults, and families focus on their strengths to be able to live their best lives. Individuals may need a variety of ways to achieve this.
Elizabeth A Mason
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801 (Online Only)
I believe that therapy is a wonderful way to explore inner thoughts and feelings in a safe, supportive, encouraging environment. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with a variety of challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, post partum, infertility, miscarriage, parenting struggles, and family and relationship difficulties. I believe in the integration of body, mind, and spirit and the importance of bringing balance to one's life for optimal functioning. Our journey together would work toward wellness and healing in a trusting, safe, and secure relationship.
I believe that therapy is a wonderful way to explore inner thoughts and feelings in a safe, supportive, encouraging environment. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with a variety of challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, post partum, infertility, miscarriage, parenting struggles, and family and relationship difficulties. I believe in the integration of body, mind, and spirit and the importance of bringing balance to one's life for optimal functioning. Our journey together would work toward wellness and healing in a trusting, safe, and secure relationship.
Many of us are navigating systems that were not designed to nourish us, and growing through hardships that leave us feeling isolated and overwhelmed. I work to help people (especially LGBTQ people, BBIPOC, and Neurodivergent people) understand how psychotherapy (e.g. acceptance, emotion regulation, interpersonal skills, stress-reduction, trauma work, value-driven action) can be applied to overcome and liberate. I also specialize in managing Bipolar Disorder, OCD/OCD-spectrum disorders, PTSD, & Social Anxiety. By enhancing your strengths, reworking coping mechanisms, and reframing beliefs about yourself, you can find peace and joy.
Many of us are navigating systems that were not designed to nourish us, and growing through hardships that leave us feeling isolated and overwhelmed. I work to help people (especially LGBTQ people, BBIPOC, and Neurodivergent people) understand how psychotherapy (e.g. acceptance, emotion regulation, interpersonal skills, stress-reduction, trauma work, value-driven action) can be applied to overcome and liberate. I also specialize in managing Bipolar Disorder, OCD/OCD-spectrum disorders, PTSD, & Social Anxiety. By enhancing your strengths, reworking coping mechanisms, and reframing beliefs about yourself, you can find peace and joy.
I am trauma informed & trauma focused. Working with me will often mean looking at issues and challenges being experienced through the lens of how trauma and stress have affected you. My goal as a therapist is to foster a relationship where you feel safe, heard, and validated. From this place of safety, we can collaborate to create a plan to address the reasons you are seeking support and to heal. Relationships can be the source of many challenges in our lives. This could be how we relate to ourselves, others, or the world in general. Through addressing how we relate to ourselves and others we can experience powerful positive change.
I am trauma informed & trauma focused. Working with me will often mean looking at issues and challenges being experienced through the lens of how trauma and stress have affected you. My goal as a therapist is to foster a relationship where you feel safe, heard, and validated. From this place of safety, we can collaborate to create a plan to address the reasons you are seeking support and to heal. Relationships can be the source of many challenges in our lives. This could be how we relate to ourselves, others, or the world in general. Through addressing how we relate to ourselves and others we can experience powerful positive change.
Sensory and Sensibility
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16802
We are a trauma-focused group, working in somatic, narrative, family systems, and cognitive approaches. Whether you need practical skills and empathetic listening, exploring your past and how it affects your present, or processing specific or developmental traumas, we are here to walk with you on your journey. We are LGBTQIA+ affirming.
We are a trauma-focused group, working in somatic, narrative, family systems, and cognitive approaches. Whether you need practical skills and empathetic listening, exploring your past and how it affects your present, or processing specific or developmental traumas, we are here to walk with you on your journey. We are LGBTQIA+ affirming.
Linda Stanger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16803 (Online Only)
I integrate both Western and Eastern techniques and provide clinical tools that connect the mind and body and promote wellness and healing. I take a holistic approach and work collaboratively with you on your journey toward self discovery, growth and healing. I focus on building on your personal strengths, explore balance, self compassion and peace in all areas of life. I use a client-centered, strengths- focused therapeutic approach. I work with adults, children (age 3 and up), adolescents, families and couples.
I integrate both Western and Eastern techniques and provide clinical tools that connect the mind and body and promote wellness and healing. I take a holistic approach and work collaboratively with you on your journey toward self discovery, growth and healing. I focus on building on your personal strengths, explore balance, self compassion and peace in all areas of life. I use a client-centered, strengths- focused therapeutic approach. I work with adults, children (age 3 and up), adolescents, families and couples.
I believe in a whole person approach to wellness, in that we cannot separate our physical health from our mental health. They are so interrelated, as our bodies speak to the emotional adversities we’ve had to face throughout our lifetime. Sustained periods of chronic trauma or stress especially wreak havoc on us. Such traumatic events can impact our personal wellness, our interpersonal relationships, our ability to cope with stress, and sometimes even disrupt our daily functioning.
I believe in a whole person approach to wellness, in that we cannot separate our physical health from our mental health. They are so interrelated, as our bodies speak to the emotional adversities we’ve had to face throughout our lifetime. Sustained periods of chronic trauma or stress especially wreak havoc on us. Such traumatic events can impact our personal wellness, our interpersonal relationships, our ability to cope with stress, and sometimes even disrupt our daily functioning.
Chelsea Hoffman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome! My name is Chelsea. I am a licensed professional counselor who enjoys working with older adolescents, college students, and adults. I welcome all diversities and am an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community. I work best with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma symptoms, grief/loss, stress management, and disordered eating. My ideal client is willing to develop insight and has a desire for self-improvement.
Hello and welcome! My name is Chelsea. I am a licensed professional counselor who enjoys working with older adolescents, college students, and adults. I welcome all diversities and am an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community. I work best with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma symptoms, grief/loss, stress management, and disordered eating. My ideal client is willing to develop insight and has a desire for self-improvement.
My areas of specialization are adult ADHD, High Functioning Anxiety, Task Avoidance, and Burnout. I help adults 25 and older who are struggling with anxiety, stress, and task avoidance to find calm and to get important things done. I am an experienced psychologist, and I relate to my clients with warmth, respect, and healthy humor.
My areas of specialization are adult ADHD, High Functioning Anxiety, Task Avoidance, and Burnout. I help adults 25 and older who are struggling with anxiety, stress, and task avoidance to find calm and to get important things done. I am an experienced psychologist, and I relate to my clients with warmth, respect, and healthy humor.
Nicole C Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PA, DE, IL
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing a major life change, increased stress, anxiety, depression, sadness, or relationship challenges? I can help! Working together, we can harness your strengths and explore ways to live a fuller, happier life. You will learn coping skills and strategies to tackle the challenges you're facing. I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can share your feelings, explore your thoughts, learn to understand your actions and overcome obstacles. Your mental health & wellbeing are just as important as your physical health, therapy is a great way to help build self-esteem, reduce anxiety, and build healthy relationships.
Are you experiencing a major life change, increased stress, anxiety, depression, sadness, or relationship challenges? I can help! Working together, we can harness your strengths and explore ways to live a fuller, happier life. You will learn coping skills and strategies to tackle the challenges you're facing. I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can share your feelings, explore your thoughts, learn to understand your actions and overcome obstacles. Your mental health & wellbeing are just as important as your physical health, therapy is a great way to help build self-esteem, reduce anxiety, and build healthy relationships.
Katrina Heeman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
Waitlist for new clients
Mental health symptoms like depression, anxiety, anger, stress, etc., are just that- symptoms! These symptoms are our bodies way of telling us "something's not right" or "there needs to be a change here." It is imperative that we are mindful in listening to our bodies, and intentionally work to meet our emotional needs. In therapy, we dedicate time to build insight, strengthen more compassionate mindsets, and learn coping skills which regulate our bodies.
Mental health symptoms like depression, anxiety, anger, stress, etc., are just that- symptoms! These symptoms are our bodies way of telling us "something's not right" or "there needs to be a change here." It is imperative that we are mindful in listening to our bodies, and intentionally work to meet our emotional needs. In therapy, we dedicate time to build insight, strengthen more compassionate mindsets, and learn coping skills which regulate our bodies.
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Everyone is on a journey, but not every journey is the same. My approach to therapy begins with meeting you where you are at in your journey and allowing you to create a space to share your story, supporting you as you address mental health issues you feel are creating challenges in your day-to-day life and creating the changes you desire. Together we can address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, major life transitions, and more so you can begin to thrive in your journey through life.
Everyone is on a journey, but not every journey is the same. My approach to therapy begins with meeting you where you are at in your journey and allowing you to create a space to share your story, supporting you as you address mental health issues you feel are creating challenges in your day-to-day life and creating the changes you desire. Together we can address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, major life transitions, and more so you can begin to thrive in your journey through life.
It takes a lot of courage to be honest about how you're feeling and get the resources you need while working through life problems, challenges, or traumatic experiences. As your counselor I will meet you where you are and work diligently to create trust and safety in our relationship so you can bravely share your troubles and explore the patterns in your life that are no longer serving you. I aim to create a therapeutic space that's warm, nonjudgmental and accepting. We'll work collaboratively to meet your needs and goals.
It takes a lot of courage to be honest about how you're feeling and get the resources you need while working through life problems, challenges, or traumatic experiences. As your counselor I will meet you where you are and work diligently to create trust and safety in our relationship so you can bravely share your troubles and explore the patterns in your life that are no longer serving you. I aim to create a therapeutic space that's warm, nonjudgmental and accepting. We'll work collaboratively to meet your needs and goals.
Hi, I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I am offering in-person sessions as well as telehealth! While I treat a wide range of concerns, I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma. Any event or ongoing situation that causes extreme distress, fear, helplessness, shame, or guilt may be considered trauma. I offer a client-centered approach as although many individuals share similar symptoms or experiences I believe therapy should be individualized. Anxious about starting therapy or if I would be a good fit for you? I offer free 15 minute video consultations for anyone interested. Best form of contact is through email.
Hi, I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I am offering in-person sessions as well as telehealth! While I treat a wide range of concerns, I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma. Any event or ongoing situation that causes extreme distress, fear, helplessness, shame, or guilt may be considered trauma. I offer a client-centered approach as although many individuals share similar symptoms or experiences I believe therapy should be individualized. Anxious about starting therapy or if I would be a good fit for you? I offer free 15 minute video consultations for anyone interested. Best form of contact is through email.
Open and Accepting New Clients. My name is Craig Gabel, the owner of Cairn Wellness, a new practice in State College. I've been working as a mental health therapist for 9 years and have a total of 17 years experience working in human services. I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma, and grief and loss. However, I am comfortable and experienced in working with most concerns clients bring to therapy.
Open and Accepting New Clients. My name is Craig Gabel, the owner of Cairn Wellness, a new practice in State College. I've been working as a mental health therapist for 9 years and have a total of 17 years experience working in human services. I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma, and grief and loss. However, I am comfortable and experienced in working with most concerns clients bring to therapy.
You're slamming the alarm clock; it was another night of broken sleep. Feeling drained and wishing for a moment of peace and happiness. You are giving to others when you're running low and rarely have time for yourself. Pressures and stress are piling up and weighing on your shoulders. You want to reach out for help but are scared of being vulnerable. At night when you lay down to sleep, the thoughts are racing and the worries return. All that you want is understanding, support, and acceptance.
You're slamming the alarm clock; it was another night of broken sleep. Feeling drained and wishing for a moment of peace and happiness. You are giving to others when you're running low and rarely have time for yourself. Pressures and stress are piling up and weighing on your shoulders. You want to reach out for help but are scared of being vulnerable. At night when you lay down to sleep, the thoughts are racing and the worries return. All that you want is understanding, support, and acceptance.
When emotions are intense and thoughts are loud, my aim is to cultivate a safe, relational, and nurturing space for you to rest, cope, and learn. It is my personal belief you are your own best expert, and my hope is to assist you in strengthening your relationship to your own thoughts and emotions, as well as your relationship to yourself and others through DBT and CBT. After four years of working on an inpatient psychiatric unit working with high-risk clients struggling with OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship struggles, I developed a strong sense of compassion and empathy that drives my current approach to therapy.
When emotions are intense and thoughts are loud, my aim is to cultivate a safe, relational, and nurturing space for you to rest, cope, and learn. It is my personal belief you are your own best expert, and my hope is to assist you in strengthening your relationship to your own thoughts and emotions, as well as your relationship to yourself and others through DBT and CBT. After four years of working on an inpatient psychiatric unit working with high-risk clients struggling with OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship struggles, I developed a strong sense of compassion and empathy that drives my current approach to therapy.
Maggie R. Doby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
State College, PA 16803 (Online Only)
I am committed to supporting and empowering my clients on their path toward self growth and healing. Each client is their own unique person, therefore I combine ideas and techniques from different counseling frameworks. I work with varying ages of adults, with the college age demographic being my primary client focus. Using a culturally competent lens, I specialize in the areas of grief and loss, anxiety, depression, family of origin concerns and interpersonal communication. I am relational, and value the importance of the therapeutic alliance as a tool to facilitate change.
I am committed to supporting and empowering my clients on their path toward self growth and healing. Each client is their own unique person, therefore I combine ideas and techniques from different counseling frameworks. I work with varying ages of adults, with the college age demographic being my primary client focus. Using a culturally competent lens, I specialize in the areas of grief and loss, anxiety, depression, family of origin concerns and interpersonal communication. I am relational, and value the importance of the therapeutic alliance as a tool to facilitate change.
Forward Path Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801
As we journey through life, there are times our travel becomes weary. We may feel lost, plagued by doubt, or burdened by uncertainty. Yet we are strong, resilient, and determined. We simply need a guide to help us discover the path forward. That is where Forward Path Counseling can help.
As we journey through life, there are times our travel becomes weary. We may feel lost, plagued by doubt, or burdened by uncertainty. Yet we are strong, resilient, and determined. We simply need a guide to help us discover the path forward. That is where Forward Path Counseling can help.
Kelsey Williams
Associate Professional Counselor , MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
State College, PA 16801
I enjoy supporting young adults 17+ and adults who feel "stuck" and desire to heal from past trauma or PTSD, improve relationships, navigate current overwhelming situations, change unhelpful/harmful behaviors, develop emotional experiencing skills, strengthen executive functioning or increase self-understanding to build a life with less unnecessary suffering and more commitment towards what matters most. I love working with people from a variety of backgrounds, cultures and identities (including LGBTQIA+ and ADHD/Autistic folks) and commit to honoring each diverse experience.
I enjoy supporting young adults 17+ and adults who feel "stuck" and desire to heal from past trauma or PTSD, improve relationships, navigate current overwhelming situations, change unhelpful/harmful behaviors, develop emotional experiencing skills, strengthen executive functioning or increase self-understanding to build a life with less unnecessary suffering and more commitment towards what matters most. I love working with people from a variety of backgrounds, cultures and identities (including LGBTQIA+ and ADHD/Autistic folks) and commit to honoring each diverse experience.
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