Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Verona, PA
As an EMDR therapist, my ideal client is deeply committed to their healing journey, eager to explore their emotions and experiences in a safe, supportive space. I prioritize creating an environment where clients feel empowered to share their stories, confront fears, and develop skills to manage trauma-related symptoms. I am particularly drawn to those actively seeking help, showing courage to confront their past and move towards healing.
As an EMDR therapist, my ideal client is deeply committed to their healing journey, eager to explore their emotions and experiences in a safe, supportive space. I prioritize creating an environment where clients feel empowered to share their stories, confront fears, and develop skills to manage trauma-related symptoms. I am particularly drawn to those actively seeking help, showing courage to confront their past and move towards healing.
Maureen Finnegan Gebler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, ACSW, CSAT, CPTT
Verified Verified
Verona, PA 15147
"Those who have a 'why' to live, can bear with almost any 'how'."--Victor Frankl I offer a private and confidential space for individuals to join me in removing walls that separate themselves from others. I treat a wide range of issues, including grief, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, spiritual crises, infidelity, sexual compulsivity behavior and betrayed partner trauma. I provide an atmosphere with no hidden agendas or unspoken intentions. I embrace a non-judgmental approach which facilitates the healing process.
"Those who have a 'why' to live, can bear with almost any 'how'."--Victor Frankl I offer a private and confidential space for individuals to join me in removing walls that separate themselves from others. I treat a wide range of issues, including grief, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, spiritual crises, infidelity, sexual compulsivity behavior and betrayed partner trauma. I provide an atmosphere with no hidden agendas or unspoken intentions. I embrace a non-judgmental approach which facilitates the healing process.
Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Verona, PA 15147
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Charles H Kuhn, LCSW, BCD
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, DAPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Verona, PA 15147 (Online Only)
I offer effective help for life's problems in a pleasant and discreet private practice setting. Communication and conflict resolution training for couples is a special area of concentration. I provide psychotherapy for people with angry, fearful, depressed and anxious moods; obsessive thoughts; impulsive behavior, adult or child attention deficits; posttraumatic stress and other common problems. Adults, adolescents and children are seen individually, in couples or in family sessions during convenient evening and weekend hours by appointment. I help couples to improve their ability to communicate with each other and reduce conflicts.
I offer effective help for life's problems in a pleasant and discreet private practice setting. Communication and conflict resolution training for couples is a special area of concentration. I provide psychotherapy for people with angry, fearful, depressed and anxious moods; obsessive thoughts; impulsive behavior, adult or child attention deficits; posttraumatic stress and other common problems. Adults, adolescents and children are seen individually, in couples or in family sessions during convenient evening and weekend hours by appointment. I help couples to improve their ability to communicate with each other and reduce conflicts.
Eboni D. Howell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCFP, CMIP
Verified Verified
Verona, PA 15147
Not accepting new clients
"Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope." - Maya Angelou. Therapeutic rapport is paramount to holistic healing. The relationship serves as a catalyst to trust, growth, and empowerment. My greatest strength is the relationship I forge with clients. I have been assisting individuals and couples arrive at their destination of hope through the discovery of self-respect, self-worth, and self- love for over 20 years. My passion is to encourage holistic healing as I assist clients on their journey of self discovery in order to live a life of authenticity.
"Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope." - Maya Angelou. Therapeutic rapport is paramount to holistic healing. The relationship serves as a catalyst to trust, growth, and empowerment. My greatest strength is the relationship I forge with clients. I have been assisting individuals and couples arrive at their destination of hope through the discovery of self-respect, self-worth, and self- love for over 20 years. My passion is to encourage holistic healing as I assist clients on their journey of self discovery in order to live a life of authenticity.
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Yvonne L Littlejohn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (Online Only)
As a certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist, I treat individuals living with PTSD/ Trauma.
Sometimes life can be challenging, but it doesn't always have to be. You may just need someone to talk to, to help you work out your problems and to listen. You may also be experiencing recent or past trauma that you, "just can't get over", so you suffer in silence, being re-traumatized. Well, you don't have to work through these difficult times alone. Let's Talk.
As a certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist, I treat individuals living with PTSD/ Trauma.
Sometimes life can be challenging, but it doesn't always have to be. You may just need someone to talk to, to help you work out your problems and to listen. You may also be experiencing recent or past trauma that you, "just can't get over", so you suffer in silence, being re-traumatized. Well, you don't have to work through these difficult times alone. Let's Talk.
Hello! I am a Clinical Psychologist licensed in Pennsylvania with over twenty years of experience practicing psychotherapy. I earned a doctorate (PhD) in clinical psychology from Georgia State University. I have worked with clients of various ages in a variety of settings. In addition, I have worked with clients experiencing a wide variety of psychological challenges and concerns, including: mood disorders, anxiety disorders; psychotic disorders; attentional difficulties; impulse control and behavioral problems; substance use and misuse problems; and problems associated with significant stress and trauma.
Hello! I am a Clinical Psychologist licensed in Pennsylvania with over twenty years of experience practicing psychotherapy. I earned a doctorate (PhD) in clinical psychology from Georgia State University. I have worked with clients of various ages in a variety of settings. In addition, I have worked with clients experiencing a wide variety of psychological challenges and concerns, including: mood disorders, anxiety disorders; psychotic disorders; attentional difficulties; impulse control and behavioral problems; substance use and misuse problems; and problems associated with significant stress and trauma.
Brittany Hautz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
25 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
You are ready to step away from patterns of disconnect and dissociation in your life. You are done feeling triggered, distracted, or just lost. You need to openly address the impact of chronic and systemic trauma on your nervous system, beyond where traditional talk therapy has taken you. For a Queer, "AuDHD" person, this means finding a therapist who gets it, and who can hold an expansive space for fully reprocessing your story. You are looking for a somatic therapist who offers a gentle, yet powerful approach to healing. You need a specialist.
You are ready to step away from patterns of disconnect and dissociation in your life. You are done feeling triggered, distracted, or just lost. You need to openly address the impact of chronic and systemic trauma on your nervous system, beyond where traditional talk therapy has taken you. For a Queer, "AuDHD" person, this means finding a therapist who gets it, and who can hold an expansive space for fully reprocessing your story. You are looking for a somatic therapist who offers a gentle, yet powerful approach to healing. You need a specialist.
Suzanne M Destfino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (Online Only)
While that looks different for each person, I offer secular, strength-based, person-centered and trauma-informed therapy that will support you through the work we do together.
Hi! I work well with other professionals and pre-professionals (including other therapists) and anyone who is part of a marginalized population (ie: BIPOC, LGBT+). I specialize in empowerment which often means dealing with past trauma. Most of us have experienced trauma. If something has impacted your life negatively, let’s work together and start healing it.
While that looks different for each person, I offer secular, strength-based, person-centered and trauma-informed therapy that will support you through the work we do together.
Hi! I work well with other professionals and pre-professionals (including other therapists) and anyone who is part of a marginalized population (ie: BIPOC, LGBT+). I specialize in empowerment which often means dealing with past trauma. Most of us have experienced trauma. If something has impacted your life negatively, let’s work together and start healing it.
I work with people who have experienced issues with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, pain, and relationships .
Is depression or anxiety keeping you from fully enjoying your life? Would you like to improve your relationships with family, friends, or others? Do you feel stressed or stuck? People seek therapy for many different reasons. Whatever the reason, it should be a life enhancing experience. I have assisted many individuals and families with these and other life issues and would like to help you!
I work with people who have experienced issues with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, pain, and relationships .
Is depression or anxiety keeping you from fully enjoying your life? Would you like to improve your relationships with family, friends, or others? Do you feel stressed or stuck? People seek therapy for many different reasons. Whatever the reason, it should be a life enhancing experience. I have assisted many individuals and families with these and other life issues and would like to help you!
Khaliah J (Cousar) Tate
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (Online Only)
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mixed in with some Motivational Interviewing, humor when appropriate, compassion and encouragement with accountability are typically the ways I help my clients.
Hi There! Sometimes life can be difficult. Anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parent/child issues, trauma-LIFE can sneak up on you. You can walk in healing from these issues and more. Sometimes you need the space and the right person to help you get unstuck and move forward in success. I have worked for over 18 years with children, adolescents, adults and families in overcoming their obstacles in mental health and addiction to walk in healing.
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mixed in with some Motivational Interviewing, humor when appropriate, compassion and encouragement with accountability are typically the ways I help my clients.
Hi There! Sometimes life can be difficult. Anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parent/child issues, trauma-LIFE can sneak up on you. You can walk in healing from these issues and more. Sometimes you need the space and the right person to help you get unstuck and move forward in success. I have worked for over 18 years with children, adolescents, adults and families in overcoming their obstacles in mental health and addiction to walk in healing.
Linda Dukess
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Waitlist for new clients
Combining these two approaches can gently heal trauma and help you live life more authentically and fully.
Do you feel that no matter how much you understand yourself you still struggle to change and to heal? Do you feel like you're not able to be your best self in your relationships or with your work? Do you always put yourself last and find it challenging to meet your own needs for self care? Do you need a safe place to heal from trauma? Please know that you are not alone
Combining these two approaches can gently heal trauma and help you live life more authentically and fully.
Do you feel that no matter how much you understand yourself you still struggle to change and to heal? Do you feel like you're not able to be your best self in your relationships or with your work? Do you always put yourself last and find it challenging to meet your own needs for self care? Do you need a safe place to heal from trauma? Please know that you are not alone
Peace of Mind Therapy and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Penn Hills, PA 15235 (Online Only)
Kionna has observed that over time, trauma impacts both the mind and body. She strongly believes that addressing the healing of both aspects simultaneously leads to lasting recovery. While many clients intellectually grasp their truth, the emotional aspect often hinders complete release and healing from past events. This can occasionally lead to feelings of being trapped and uncertain.Her main goal is teaching clients about the central nervous system and how it responds to trauma. By understanding how trauma impacts the mind and body, Kionna empowers her clients to work towards holistic healing.
Kionna has observed that over time, trauma impacts both the mind and body. She strongly believes that addressing the healing of both aspects simultaneously leads to lasting recovery. While many clients intellectually grasp their truth, the emotional aspect often hinders complete release and healing from past events. This can occasionally lead to feelings of being trapped and uncertain.Her main goal is teaching clients about the central nervous system and how it responds to trauma. By understanding how trauma impacts the mind and body, Kionna empowers her clients to work towards holistic healing.
HandinHand Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Specialties include: We have helped clients successfully address issues related to Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/ PTSD, Attachment Issues, Grief and Loss/Bereavement, Mood Disorders, Family Conflict, Personality Disorders, Self-Esteem issues and Stress Management.
At HandinHand Counseling, LLC our GOAL is to promote HOPE, HEALTH and HEALING to individuals and families dealing with generational and situational obstacles. We are a practice with a 21st century approach to counseling devoted to removing the stigma attached to mental health counseling. We see peace in the place of chaos. We see function where there appears to be dysfunction. Our goal is to tap into the strengths you possess, that are often times masked by life's complexities through therapeutic intervention and resource building. Let us assist you in bridging the gap between the problem and the solution.
Specialties include: We have helped clients successfully address issues related to Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/ PTSD, Attachment Issues, Grief and Loss/Bereavement, Mood Disorders, Family Conflict, Personality Disorders, Self-Esteem issues and Stress Management.
At HandinHand Counseling, LLC our GOAL is to promote HOPE, HEALTH and HEALING to individuals and families dealing with generational and situational obstacles. We are a practice with a 21st century approach to counseling devoted to removing the stigma attached to mental health counseling. We see peace in the place of chaos. We see function where there appears to be dysfunction. Our goal is to tap into the strengths you possess, that are often times masked by life's complexities through therapeutic intervention and resource building. Let us assist you in bridging the gap between the problem and the solution.
Williams focuses on the assessment of individuals across the lifespan, with a special interest in the impact of trauma on development.
Dr. Williams is a licensed psychologist at The Psychology Loft and obtained her doctorate at Duquesne University. She holds master’s degrees in Educational and Child Psychology and has 10+ years of experience working with individuals across the lifespan. Throughout her career, Dr. Williams has worked in public and private schools, hospitals, community mental health, crisis centers, private practice, juvenile justice and correctional facilities, and has served on legal teams supporting justice-involved youth.
Williams focuses on the assessment of individuals across the lifespan, with a special interest in the impact of trauma on development.
Dr. Williams is a licensed psychologist at The Psychology Loft and obtained her doctorate at Duquesne University. She holds master’s degrees in Educational and Child Psychology and has 10+ years of experience working with individuals across the lifespan. Throughout her career, Dr. Williams has worked in public and private schools, hospitals, community mental health, crisis centers, private practice, juvenile justice and correctional facilities, and has served on legal teams supporting justice-involved youth.
Carmen Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (Online Only)
Over the past 20 years Ive dedicated my time to serving children, individuals and families that have experienced trauma.
Greetings! I am Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. In 2014, I received my masters degree in counseling psychology from Chatham University in Pgh, Pa. Impacting individuals and families; helping them to experience resilience, growth and transformation through difficult experiences and life transitions is something that gives my life meaning.
Over the past 20 years Ive dedicated my time to serving children, individuals and families that have experienced trauma.
Greetings! I am Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. In 2014, I received my masters degree in counseling psychology from Chatham University in Pgh, Pa. Impacting individuals and families; helping them to experience resilience, growth and transformation through difficult experiences and life transitions is something that gives my life meaning.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor experienced in helping individuals experiencing the effects of stress, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, trauma, relationship issues, and emotion dysregulation.
Current circumstances have left many people more prone to an increase in stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms. If you are someone who is currently finding aspects of life to be overwhelming at times, you are certainly not alone and I am here to help. In helping clients navigate their way through current life challenges, my approach is integrative and I utilize complementary evidence-based treatments in addressing the needs of clients. With compassion and the understanding that each person's experiences are unique, I provide a personalized treatment approach to each client.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor experienced in helping individuals experiencing the effects of stress, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, trauma, relationship issues, and emotion dysregulation.
Current circumstances have left many people more prone to an increase in stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms. If you are someone who is currently finding aspects of life to be overwhelming at times, you are certainly not alone and I am here to help. In helping clients navigate their way through current life challenges, my approach is integrative and I utilize complementary evidence-based treatments in addressing the needs of clients. With compassion and the understanding that each person's experiences are unique, I provide a personalized treatment approach to each client.
Melissa K Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, CCTP, LPC
Verified Verified
Fox Chapel, PA 15238
I am also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) which is a lead treatment use to help people with trauma.
Do you suffer from overwhelming feelings of anxiety, depression, lack of interest in preferred activities? Do you struggle maintaining relationships with others, struggle with substance abuse or identify some previous events that are still impacting you today? My focus as a clinician is to help you develop the skills necessary to reduce symptoms and develop the skills to build self-sufficiency. I utilize an eclectic combination of different therapy techniques to find what works best for each client.
I am also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) which is a lead treatment use to help people with trauma.
Do you suffer from overwhelming feelings of anxiety, depression, lack of interest in preferred activities? Do you struggle maintaining relationships with others, struggle with substance abuse or identify some previous events that are still impacting you today? My focus as a clinician is to help you develop the skills necessary to reduce symptoms and develop the skills to build self-sufficiency. I utilize an eclectic combination of different therapy techniques to find what works best for each client.
Molly Johnston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (Online Only)
Along with traditional therapeutic models such as CBT, DBT, MI, and psychodynamics, I also have experience integrating additional concepts including trauma, self-esteem and compassion, healthy relationships, kink and poly-friendly, diet culture recovery / Health At Every Size, and spirituality.
I think that therapy doesn’t have to be complicated. As a client you can expect to highlight your strengths, speak to your individual experience in a non-judgmental environment, receive unconditional support from someone you trust, and learn new ways to lessen your pain. Therapy is a wonderfully transformative venture, where two people collaborate on how to navigate the human experience. My approach is strengths-based, person-first, and multifaceted to meet your specific needs.
Along with traditional therapeutic models such as CBT, DBT, MI, and psychodynamics, I also have experience integrating additional concepts including trauma, self-esteem and compassion, healthy relationships, kink and poly-friendly, diet culture recovery / Health At Every Size, and spirituality.
I think that therapy doesn’t have to be complicated. As a client you can expect to highlight your strengths, speak to your individual experience in a non-judgmental environment, receive unconditional support from someone you trust, and learn new ways to lessen your pain. Therapy is a wonderfully transformative venture, where two people collaborate on how to navigate the human experience. My approach is strengths-based, person-first, and multifaceted to meet your specific needs.
For the past 25 years I have practiced the healing art and science of psychotherapy working with clients experiencing mood disorders, anxiety, the effects of PTSD (which includes combat, and physical, sexual, and emotional abuse), dissociation, grief, explosive anger, and issues unique to men or women.
The most courageous thing you can do is to begin the journey of understanding your own story. Our past experiences touch nearly every relationship in our lives. Often, despite our best efforts, old unhelpful patterns re-emerge. Our ways of coping with stress and uncertainty become painful and limiting with time. Psychotherapy can be a space to unlearn these harmful patterns and heal past hurtful experiences. I use an eclectic framework for therapy that depends on what my client feels is most helpful, though my roots are in attachment, psychodynamic and EMDR therapies.
For the past 25 years I have practiced the healing art and science of psychotherapy working with clients experiencing mood disorders, anxiety, the effects of PTSD (which includes combat, and physical, sexual, and emotional abuse), dissociation, grief, explosive anger, and issues unique to men or women.
The most courageous thing you can do is to begin the journey of understanding your own story. Our past experiences touch nearly every relationship in our lives. Often, despite our best efforts, old unhelpful patterns re-emerge. Our ways of coping with stress and uncertainty become painful and limiting with time. Psychotherapy can be a space to unlearn these harmful patterns and heal past hurtful experiences. I use an eclectic framework for therapy that depends on what my client feels is most helpful, though my roots are in attachment, psychodynamic and EMDR therapies.
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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.