Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Swissvale, PA
Tomilyn Ward
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MPC, EMDR, PCIT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Swissvale, PA 15218
I specialize in EMDR. therapy. I also work with clients who suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD), depression, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, and more. I have training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder. I also have experience with working closely with clients who have experienced traumatic births as well as birth workers and medical providers who witness traumatic births. I have attended over 30 births as a birth doula and I understand the process of birth for parents and providers.
I specialize in EMDR. therapy. I also work with clients who suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD), depression, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, and more. I have training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder. I also have experience with working closely with clients who have experienced traumatic births as well as birth workers and medical providers who witness traumatic births. I have attended over 30 births as a birth doula and I understand the process of birth for parents and providers.
Terri Fessler LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Reiki
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swissvale, PA 15218
Waitlist for new clients
Trauma can become a pathway to our greatest gift-our True Self! Please call or email me to learn how to get started.
I believe each of us has a gift of Self to unwrap and embrace along life's journey, especially when we've lived through a life threatening event or a series of chronic traumas. I know first hand how impossible connecting to ourselves can seem afterward. We grieve the loss of a sense of safety and often believe that our identity has changed to what has happened to us. We fear life will always be tarnished and feel set apart by our shame. Through my own life journey and my experiences as a Trauma therapist I have witnessed the reclaiming of Self that arises from the ashes of violence when healing begins to happen!
Trauma can become a pathway to our greatest gift-our True Self! Please call or email me to learn how to get started.
I believe each of us has a gift of Self to unwrap and embrace along life's journey, especially when we've lived through a life threatening event or a series of chronic traumas. I know first hand how impossible connecting to ourselves can seem afterward. We grieve the loss of a sense of safety and often believe that our identity has changed to what has happened to us. We fear life will always be tarnished and feel set apart by our shame. Through my own life journey and my experiences as a Trauma therapist I have witnessed the reclaiming of Self that arises from the ashes of violence when healing begins to happen!
Tory Butterworth
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swissvale, PA 15218
I specialize in working with women who eat their feelings. I have developed the STOP Eating Your Feelings approach, which differentiates four different patterns of emotional overeating. Distinguishing these four types helps compulsive eaters to identify the reasons why they binge and to target the particular patterns they need to change in order to move beyond compulsive overeating. I also work with clients with anxiety, depression, workplace stress, those healing from grief or trauma or trying to sort out the effects of growing up in a dysfunctional family.
I specialize in working with women who eat their feelings. I have developed the STOP Eating Your Feelings approach, which differentiates four different patterns of emotional overeating. Distinguishing these four types helps compulsive eaters to identify the reasons why they binge and to target the particular patterns they need to change in order to move beyond compulsive overeating. I also work with clients with anxiety, depression, workplace stress, those healing from grief or trauma or trying to sort out the effects of growing up in a dysfunctional family.
Patrick S Gann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swissvale, PA 15218
Whether you're a newcomer, or you've searched high and low for a therapist or counselor to help you through your struggles, I invite you to consider how I might be able to help. Perhaps you are struggling with a chronic mental health condition; perhaps you have experienced a significant stressor or trauma and need help processing it all. You may want insight on how to decrease your suffering, or how to overcome a challenge. Perhaps the intersection of belief and identity is a concern of yours. If any of this sounds like what you're experiencing, I am glad you found your way here.
Whether you're a newcomer, or you've searched high and low for a therapist or counselor to help you through your struggles, I invite you to consider how I might be able to help. Perhaps you are struggling with a chronic mental health condition; perhaps you have experienced a significant stressor or trauma and need help processing it all. You may want insight on how to decrease your suffering, or how to overcome a challenge. Perhaps the intersection of belief and identity is a concern of yours. If any of this sounds like what you're experiencing, I am glad you found your way here.
I have experience working with individual adults, adolescents and children, couples and families.
I provide a safe and comfortable environment in which you can explore your feelings and develop self-awareness of your perspectives and insight into your motives and fears.
I help you with feelings of depression and anxiety due to relationship issues-between individuals or within a family, life changes or loss.
Together we can uncover unresolved issues from past experiences or trauma which often impact present behaviors and feelings.
I have experience working with individual adults, adolescents and children, couples and families.
I provide a safe and comfortable environment in which you can explore your feelings and develop self-awareness of your perspectives and insight into your motives and fears.
I help you with feelings of depression and anxiety due to relationship issues-between individuals or within a family, life changes or loss.
Together we can uncover unresolved issues from past experiences or trauma which often impact present behaviors and feelings.
Rebecca Pollack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swissvale, PA 15218
I have many years of experience working with adolescents and their families, adults, and couples throughout a variety of life stages. I am passionate about treating women who are struggling with infertility, postpartum depression, anxiety and/or OCD as well as other transitional issues that can occur throughout the perinatal period. I also work with individuals dealing with general depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, OCD, and Bipolar Disorder.
I have many years of experience working with adolescents and their families, adults, and couples throughout a variety of life stages. I am passionate about treating women who are struggling with infertility, postpartum depression, anxiety and/or OCD as well as other transitional issues that can occur throughout the perinatal period. I also work with individuals dealing with general depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, OCD, and Bipolar Disorder.
I help clients learn to listen to and hear themselves; my interest is in helping you to develop the confidence to recognize and honor your own wisdom and thereby make more effective choices in your life. My clinical experiences have afforded me the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients, including but not limited to those with major depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, bi-polar disorder, and grief. If you are interested in gaining insight into your problems and concerns in order to make changes in your life, then our work together will be rewarding for you.
I help clients learn to listen to and hear themselves; my interest is in helping you to develop the confidence to recognize and honor your own wisdom and thereby make more effective choices in your life. My clinical experiences have afforded me the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients, including but not limited to those with major depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, bi-polar disorder, and grief. If you are interested in gaining insight into your problems and concerns in order to make changes in your life, then our work together will be rewarding for you.
Jodi Peppel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CRS
Verified Verified
Swissvale, PA 15218
I have been exploring the healing arts,psychology,spirituality,the mind-body connection, and personal growth both professionally and personally for the past 30 years. My personal healing journey has supported and guided my heart's desire to be a facilitator in guiding others home to their selves. I maintain a private practice as psychotherapist and Certified Rubenfeld Synergist in Pittsburgh,Pa. My practice is eclectic and dynamic. It allows me to explore the depths of my being while facilitating others to do the same. I am a dedicated therapist, dedicated to my growth and the growth of my clients.
I have been exploring the healing arts,psychology,spirituality,the mind-body connection, and personal growth both professionally and personally for the past 30 years. My personal healing journey has supported and guided my heart's desire to be a facilitator in guiding others home to their selves. I maintain a private practice as psychotherapist and Certified Rubenfeld Synergist in Pittsburgh,Pa. My practice is eclectic and dynamic. It allows me to explore the depths of my being while facilitating others to do the same. I am a dedicated therapist, dedicated to my growth and the growth of my clients.
I support individuals who feel overwhelmed and are seeking a greater sense of balance in their lives. Whether you're dealing with a recent challenge or a long-standing issue, my goal is to help you gain clarity about your situation and build the tools to manage the thoughts and emotions that may be contributing to your difficulties. I have extensive experience working with teens, college students, and adults addressing issues like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and emotional regulation. Additionally, I help with impulse control, difficulty focusing, managing technology or internet use, and incorporating mindfulness practices.
I support individuals who feel overwhelmed and are seeking a greater sense of balance in their lives. Whether you're dealing with a recent challenge or a long-standing issue, my goal is to help you gain clarity about your situation and build the tools to manage the thoughts and emotions that may be contributing to your difficulties. I have extensive experience working with teens, college students, and adults addressing issues like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and emotional regulation. Additionally, I help with impulse control, difficulty focusing, managing technology or internet use, and incorporating mindfulness practices.
Creating Connections Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swissvale, PA 15218
Anyone can benefit from counseling. At Creating Connections Counseling, our team of clinicians are available to guide you through the journey of self-examination and personal growth that everyone deserves. Counseling can be a vehicle for finding or maintaining healthy relationships, uncovering hidden passions, managing symptoms of mental illness, or establishing life goals for those who feel stuck.
Anyone can benefit from counseling. At Creating Connections Counseling, our team of clinicians are available to guide you through the journey of self-examination and personal growth that everyone deserves. Counseling can be a vehicle for finding or maintaining healthy relationships, uncovering hidden passions, managing symptoms of mental illness, or establishing life goals for those who feel stuck.
Isaly Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSW, LPC, RN, AT, CAADC
Verified Verified
Swissvale, PA 15218
ICA is a group of dedicated mental & behavioral health professionals who offer mediation, counseling & substance abuse services to adults, children, couples, & families in a supportive environment. Our providers are highly qualified and experienced professionals who treat each client with compassion, dignity, & respect while helping each to work through areas of concern. We believe that help begins with a strong therapist/client relationship in order to achieve long-term results and as such, each approach is personalized and tailored to the specific need of the client. We have an additional office in Swissvale at 2033 Noble St.
ICA is a group of dedicated mental & behavioral health professionals who offer mediation, counseling & substance abuse services to adults, children, couples, & families in a supportive environment. Our providers are highly qualified and experienced professionals who treat each client with compassion, dignity, & respect while helping each to work through areas of concern. We believe that help begins with a strong therapist/client relationship in order to achieve long-term results and as such, each approach is personalized and tailored to the specific need of the client. We have an additional office in Swissvale at 2033 Noble St.
Doty Lee Mauney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Swissvale, PA 15218
Not accepting new clients
I have had extensive training in trauma and abuse.
I am a practicing Gestalt therapist as well as a Registered Play therapist who works with adults and children that have experienced trauma and/or abuse, and present with symptoms of PDSD, anxiety, depression. When working with children I work closely with the parents or caregivers for best results. As a Gestalt therapist my focus is present focused and on the whole person (thoughts, feelings, body/movement.) Together we create an environment where the individual finds a deeper awareness about themselves that can increase their choices about how they interact with others and live their life.
I have had extensive training in trauma and abuse.
I am a practicing Gestalt therapist as well as a Registered Play therapist who works with adults and children that have experienced trauma and/or abuse, and present with symptoms of PDSD, anxiety, depression. When working with children I work closely with the parents or caregivers for best results. As a Gestalt therapist my focus is present focused and on the whole person (thoughts, feelings, body/movement.) Together we create an environment where the individual finds a deeper awareness about themselves that can increase their choices about how they interact with others and live their life.
Marisa Costa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MET, LPC
Verified Verified
Swissvale, PA 15218
Not accepting new clients
My twenty years in mental health care include helping individuals to address depression and anxiety, manage stress, survive trauma, move through grieving, practice self-care, confront relationship issues, and explore spiritual concerns.
**I am not currently accepting new clients** Each of us has intrinsic worth and our hearts and psyches have the ability to heal. My work with adults of all ages draws on the expressive arts, motivational and strengths-based therapies and cognitive behavioral and trauma-informed therapies. One of my passions has been exploring the ways in which the expressive arts - visual art, drama, music, movement, writing - touch us deeply and express emotions for which there may simply be no words. Where the response to suffering is compassion and hope, the goals of the individual - not the therapist - inspire the therapeutic process.
My twenty years in mental health care include helping individuals to address depression and anxiety, manage stress, survive trauma, move through grieving, practice self-care, confront relationship issues, and explore spiritual concerns.
**I am not currently accepting new clients** Each of us has intrinsic worth and our hearts and psyches have the ability to heal. My work with adults of all ages draws on the expressive arts, motivational and strengths-based therapies and cognitive behavioral and trauma-informed therapies. One of my passions has been exploring the ways in which the expressive arts - visual art, drama, music, movement, writing - touch us deeply and express emotions for which there may simply be no words. Where the response to suffering is compassion and hope, the goals of the individual - not the therapist - inspire the therapeutic process.
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Molly Girard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
I intertwine art-based therapy into my work with trauma therapy and talk therapy to engage in the creative process during treatment while striving to meet each client's individual needs.
I believe therapy is a leap of faith taken to explore ourselves, where we’ve been, where we are, and where we hope to go. This step into the unknown can be scary, but I feel that through open communication and exploration, these steps can become powerful, moving, and exciting. Through my practice, I strive to create a safe and accepting space for all clients. Whether through trauma work, EMDR, life transitions, or art therapy, my goal is to support clients through their unique journeys with kindness, humor, and understanding. Therapy looks different for everyone, and I work to create a space that honors each person's experience.
I intertwine art-based therapy into my work with trauma therapy and talk therapy to engage in the creative process during treatment while striving to meet each client's individual needs.
I believe therapy is a leap of faith taken to explore ourselves, where we’ve been, where we are, and where we hope to go. This step into the unknown can be scary, but I feel that through open communication and exploration, these steps can become powerful, moving, and exciting. Through my practice, I strive to create a safe and accepting space for all clients. Whether through trauma work, EMDR, life transitions, or art therapy, my goal is to support clients through their unique journeys with kindness, humor, and understanding. Therapy looks different for everyone, and I work to create a space that honors each person's experience.
Djuan D Short
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , CCTP, C-IYAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15208 (Online Only)
Whether you face anxiety, stress, relationship boundaries, or childhood trauma that affects daily life, we can help you regain clarity and control.
Your mind races, trapped in a cycle of overthinking. Saying 'no' feels impossible, burdened by guilt and obligation. Frustration builds, leaving you moody and irritable, longing for support. Masking true feelings becomes second nature, craving validation and acceptance. Doubt plagues every decision, fueling the belief that you'll never measure up. It's a constant battle, wondering if there's a way to break free from anxiety and self-doubt. But you can find the peace and clarity you deserve with support and guidance.
Whether you face anxiety, stress, relationship boundaries, or childhood trauma that affects daily life, we can help you regain clarity and control.
Your mind races, trapped in a cycle of overthinking. Saying 'no' feels impossible, burdened by guilt and obligation. Frustration builds, leaving you moody and irritable, longing for support. Masking true feelings becomes second nature, craving validation and acceptance. Doubt plagues every decision, fueling the belief that you'll never measure up. It's a constant battle, wondering if there's a way to break free from anxiety and self-doubt. But you can find the peace and clarity you deserve with support and guidance.
Kelsey Marciano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
I tailor my approach based on the specific needs of each person I work with and aim to provide a sense of empowerment through a person-centered, trauma-focused lens.
I have experience working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds experiencing trauma, chronic stress, relationship breakdowns, and instability. I find passion in helping clients navigate difficult life experiences, regain a sense of agency and self-compassion, and address relational dynamics.
I tailor my approach based on the specific needs of each person I work with and aim to provide a sense of empowerment through a person-centered, trauma-focused lens.
I have experience working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds experiencing trauma, chronic stress, relationship breakdowns, and instability. I find passion in helping clients navigate difficult life experiences, regain a sense of agency and self-compassion, and address relational dynamics.
We work with people struggling with family of origin concerns, anxiety, trauma, depression, state-of-the-world concerns, people interested in mind-body connection, and much more.
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 work with people struggling with family of origin concerns, anxiety, trauma, depression, state-of-the-world concerns, people interested in mind-body connection, and much more.
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.
Alyssa Sullinger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Munhall, PA 15120 (Online Only)
Are you a millennial or Gen Z Christian woman struggling with anxiety in your relationships? You're not alone. My name is Alyssa, and I specialize in helping young women like you navigate the complexities of anxiety, attachment, and codependency through a unique blend of psychological principles and Christian faith. I also specialize in helping those suffering from religious trauma or who are looking to reconnect with their faith.
Are you a millennial or Gen Z Christian woman struggling with anxiety in your relationships? You're not alone. My name is Alyssa, and I specialize in helping young women like you navigate the complexities of anxiety, attachment, and codependency through a unique blend of psychological principles and Christian faith. I also specialize in helping those suffering from religious trauma or who are looking to reconnect with their faith.
Allison Borrasso- Evolve Counseling & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15221 (Online Only)
I'm experienced in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, high-stress professions, caregivers, military veterans, and adults with neurological difficulties due to head injury, cancer, or natural aging.
Feeling overwhelmed, unfulfilled, or lost? I will support you in evolving into a mentally healthier version of yourself. My goal is to increase your sense of hope and purpose by processing life events, breaking free from the shackles of trauma, and giving you the skills to navigate life stressors. We'll work collaboratively to address your individual symptoms contributing to emotional distress. Sessions can be scheduled consistently or on an as-needed basis. Contact me now to get the ball rolling!
I'm experienced in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, high-stress professions, caregivers, military veterans, and adults with neurological difficulties due to head injury, cancer, or natural aging.
Feeling overwhelmed, unfulfilled, or lost? I will support you in evolving into a mentally healthier version of yourself. My goal is to increase your sense of hope and purpose by processing life events, breaking free from the shackles of trauma, and giving you the skills to navigate life stressors. We'll work collaboratively to address your individual symptoms contributing to emotional distress. Sessions can be scheduled consistently or on an as-needed basis. Contact me now to get the ball rolling!
Katie Kerr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Pittsburgh, PA 15112
Waitlist for new clients
And hey, trauma looks different for everyone.
Stuck in a therapy rut? Feeling like you're going in circles, rehashing the same stuff week after week? You're not alone. Let's ditch the damn cycle and dig deep into what's really holding you back. We'll uncover the shit that's causing your reactions and empower you to take control. I'm not here for surface-level therapy. I want to dive deep with you, marinate in the tough stuff, and unearth the power you've always had to make changes in your life. I’ll support you every step of the way, and yes, I'll lovingly call you on your shit when you need it. Think of me as your therapist co-pilot, ready to navigate this journey together.
And hey, trauma looks different for everyone.
Stuck in a therapy rut? Feeling like you're going in circles, rehashing the same stuff week after week? You're not alone. Let's ditch the damn cycle and dig deep into what's really holding you back. We'll uncover the shit that's causing your reactions and empower you to take control. I'm not here for surface-level therapy. I want to dive deep with you, marinate in the tough stuff, and unearth the power you've always had to make changes in your life. I’ll support you every step of the way, and yes, I'll lovingly call you on your shit when you need it. Think of me as your therapist co-pilot, ready to navigate this journey together.
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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.