Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Franklin, TX
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Kimberley Lynn Hudson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, TX 77856
As a mother of three, and a counselor for over 20 years, I know how difficult it is to grow up in this world today. Therapy provides a safe space to work through those things in our lives that are difficult. I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults. I use play therapy, art therapy and talk therapy with my clients. I strive to offer hope and solutions to families with children dealing with such issues as trauma, grief, loss, abuse, depression, anxiety, suicide ideation, self harm, and much more. My clients are also those that need solutions for navigating behavior, peer relations, ADHD, ODD or autism.
As a mother of three, and a counselor for over 20 years, I know how difficult it is to grow up in this world today. Therapy provides a safe space to work through those things in our lives that are difficult. I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults. I use play therapy, art therapy and talk therapy with my clients. I strive to offer hope and solutions to families with children dealing with such issues as trauma, grief, loss, abuse, depression, anxiety, suicide ideation, self harm, and much more. My clients are also those that need solutions for navigating behavior, peer relations, ADHD, ODD or autism.
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Lorin Williams East
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Franklin, TX 77856 (Online Only)
I am Lorin Williams East, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of clinical experience. I have had the honor of working alongside survivors of abuse and assault, which has given me a deep understanding of how people can live with traumas they have experienced. I use a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical (DBT), Feminist, and Trauma Focused therapies. I believe we all deserve compassion and a space to be authentic while growing and learning to function in each individual life.
I am Lorin Williams East, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of clinical experience. I have had the honor of working alongside survivors of abuse and assault, which has given me a deep understanding of how people can live with traumas they have experienced. I use a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical (DBT), Feminist, and Trauma Focused therapies. I believe we all deserve compassion and a space to be authentic while growing and learning to function in each individual life.
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who earned my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University in 2020, along with my Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2013. Currently, I am seeking a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Walden University. During my internships and employment experiences I worked with the youth population that experienced trauma and struggle with substance addiction. In my career development, I worked with diverse populations, including the IDD and corrections populations.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who earned my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University in 2020, along with my Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2013. Currently, I am seeking a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Walden University. During my internships and employment experiences I worked with the youth population that experienced trauma and struggle with substance addiction. In my career development, I worked with diverse populations, including the IDD and corrections populations.
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Finding a therapist is often really difficult in the Brazos Valley. Oakwood Roots works to be responsive to new clients. With over 20 clinicians on staff, from students who offer low fee counseling to our associates and licensed clinicians with more experience and specializations, Roots wants to be here to help. We see kids, teens, college students, adults, couples, and families, and we regularly offer low-fee groups and workshops for folks that are looking to supplement their individual therapy or for folks who just want to grow a little with others from the community.
Finding a therapist is often really difficult in the Brazos Valley. Oakwood Roots works to be responsive to new clients. With over 20 clinicians on staff, from students who offer low fee counseling to our associates and licensed clinicians with more experience and specializations, Roots wants to be here to help. We see kids, teens, college students, adults, couples, and families, and we regularly offer low-fee groups and workshops for folks that are looking to supplement their individual therapy or for folks who just want to grow a little with others from the community.
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David J. Kirk
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Franklin, TX 77856 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Focus Areas: Children and Adolescents: anxiety, depression, trauma, ADD/ADHD, parent/child conflict, oppositional defiant, and conduct disorder.
During our life journeys, sometimes we need someone to talk with who won't judge or be critical of who we are and the issues we face. I am committed to providing all people a welcoming and affirming environment for them to explore and become their best selves. My therapeutic approach draws on evidence-based practices that match each individual's personal needs.
Focus Areas: Children and Adolescents: anxiety, depression, trauma, ADD/ADHD, parent/child conflict, oppositional defiant, and conduct disorder.
During our life journeys, sometimes we need someone to talk with who won't judge or be critical of who we are and the issues we face. I am committed to providing all people a welcoming and affirming environment for them to explore and become their best selves. My therapeutic approach draws on evidence-based practices that match each individual's personal needs.
Online Therapists
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Katherine Weitl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults and older teens (16+) experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma (PTSD and CPTSD), substance abuse, phobias and family or origin issues. Each of us has a story to tell about how the events in our lives have left impressions on us. I believe many people's symptoms are adaptations they have created to protect themselves after trauma. I consider myself honored to join people on their path toward recovery and change. I have been providing virtual therapy since March of 2020 and I have come to love it. I already have a big personality so my light shines through in this setting.
I specialize in working with adults and older teens (16+) experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma (PTSD and CPTSD), substance abuse, phobias and family or origin issues. Each of us has a story to tell about how the events in our lives have left impressions on us. I believe many people's symptoms are adaptations they have created to protect themselves after trauma. I consider myself honored to join people on their path toward recovery and change. I have been providing virtual therapy since March of 2020 and I have come to love it. I already have a big personality so my light shines through in this setting.
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I have experience counseling adolescents and adults with eating disorders, anxiety, mild depression, and trauma.
Life is hard. Sometimes we struggle with thoughts of not being good enough. It feels like your brain is working against you. It's hard to eat, manage anxiety, or just enjoy life. If any of these statements ring a bell, please reach out. I want to provide a safe space where you can say all of the things you're keeping in and work toward a different experience.
I have experience counseling adolescents and adults with eating disorders, anxiety, mild depression, and trauma.
Life is hard. Sometimes we struggle with thoughts of not being good enough. It feels like your brain is working against you. It's hard to eat, manage anxiety, or just enjoy life. If any of these statements ring a bell, please reach out. I want to provide a safe space where you can say all of the things you're keeping in and work toward a different experience.
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Alyssandra Livingston-Shelburne
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Round Rock, TX 78664 (Online Only)
I have had extensive experience working with at-risk youth and those who have suffered from trauma in their early lives.
Has your child has started behaving out of character leading you to wonder what they are going through? Perhaps they are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, or anger. Play therapy offers an avenue to gain insight into what your child is struggling with and can help them gain confidence and explore their emotions in a safe environment where they can freely express themselves. I strive to build a therapeutic egalitarian relationship where we work together in order to help resolve the issues you and your family could be struggling with.
I have had extensive experience working with at-risk youth and those who have suffered from trauma in their early lives.
Has your child has started behaving out of character leading you to wonder what they are going through? Perhaps they are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, or anger. Play therapy offers an avenue to gain insight into what your child is struggling with and can help them gain confidence and explore their emotions in a safe environment where they can freely express themselves. I strive to build a therapeutic egalitarian relationship where we work together in order to help resolve the issues you and your family could be struggling with.
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Melissa Mendez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waco, TX 76710 (Online Only)
I utilize trauma and attachment-informed modalities including EMDR to help you develop insight into the patterns present in your life.
If you are working to manage the multiple roles of parent, spouse, and employee, or you are feeling burned out and not sure where to start, you aren't alone! Managing your mental health needs and the needs of your family, working through previous or recent trauma to get through blocks in your relationships, or considering how you can move forward from old patterns can all happen in the context of a safe, therapeutic relationship!
I utilize trauma and attachment-informed modalities including EMDR to help you develop insight into the patterns present in your life.
If you are working to manage the multiple roles of parent, spouse, and employee, or you are feeling burned out and not sure where to start, you aren't alone! Managing your mental health needs and the needs of your family, working through previous or recent trauma to get through blocks in your relationships, or considering how you can move forward from old patterns can all happen in the context of a safe, therapeutic relationship!
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Loria A Lofton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Copperas Cove, TX 76522 (Online Only)
Stress, anxiety, anger, depression, trauma and drama...We have all encountered them! But, you don't have to face these common life difficulties alone. I am here to help. With extensive training and experience, I provide a compassionate, confidential, and non-judgmental environment that is safe for you. Though it is sometimes necessary to look at history, I believe that time and energy are better spent focusing on where you're going rather than where you've been. No, we cannot re-write your past but we can work together to write the future you want. Let's begin your next chapter!
Stress, anxiety, anger, depression, trauma and drama...We have all encountered them! But, you don't have to face these common life difficulties alone. I am here to help. With extensive training and experience, I provide a compassionate, confidential, and non-judgmental environment that is safe for you. Though it is sometimes necessary to look at history, I believe that time and energy are better spent focusing on where you're going rather than where you've been. No, we cannot re-write your past but we can work together to write the future you want. Let's begin your next chapter!
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Cheyanne Honeycutt
LPC Associate, LPC, LCDC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gun Barrel City, TX 75156
Cheyanne has also received training in trauma focused CBT.
Cheyanne is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor with the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. She received her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UT-Tyler in 2021 where she graduated with honors as a member of Chi Sigma Iota- Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society. She is also a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA). Cheyanne is also a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor and has experience working with individuals ages 12 and up who struggle with addiction.
Cheyanne has also received training in trauma focused CBT.
Cheyanne is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor with the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. She received her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UT-Tyler in 2021 where she graduated with honors as a member of Chi Sigma Iota- Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society. She is also a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA). Cheyanne is also a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor and has experience working with individuals ages 12 and up who struggle with addiction.
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I am a LPC specializing in adult depression, codependency, boundaries, trauma and emotions. My favorite definition of mental health says that mental health is the unwavering commitment to reality at all cost. I want to help you be honest with yourself and identify what you're feeling and thinking so that you can process through it, heal, and ultimately, be better equipped for whatever life throws at you.
I am a LPC specializing in adult depression, codependency, boundaries, trauma and emotions. My favorite definition of mental health says that mental health is the unwavering commitment to reality at all cost. I want to help you be honest with yourself and identify what you're feeling and thinking so that you can process through it, heal, and ultimately, be better equipped for whatever life throws at you.
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Tameka G. Survillion
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77381
Our journey through life presents us all with different challenges. There are times of great joy and victory and times of defeat, disruption, and loss. We are shaped by our experiences, family of origin, culture, temperament, available resources, and the people in our lives. Ultimately, our chief mission in this world is to create a high quality of life despite the hardships we face. I specialize in the healing of trauma, serious mental health symptoms, and unwanted residue from life transitions. I explore my client’s perspectives, challenge ideas that hinder progress, and help develop better responses to life struggles.
Our journey through life presents us all with different challenges. There are times of great joy and victory and times of defeat, disruption, and loss. We are shaped by our experiences, family of origin, culture, temperament, available resources, and the people in our lives. Ultimately, our chief mission in this world is to create a high quality of life despite the hardships we face. I specialize in the healing of trauma, serious mental health symptoms, and unwanted residue from life transitions. I explore my client’s perspectives, challenge ideas that hinder progress, and help develop better responses to life struggles.
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Amanda Saoit
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, EDMR, CBT, Trauma, DBT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731 (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Amanda and I'm grateful for your courage to take this step. Since 2012, I've been helping adults, youth, and families overcome many different challenges: PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life transitions. I also offer therapeutic support to those who want to grow their family through adoption and/or foster care. I use CBT, DBT, mindfulness, substance use recovery methods, strengths-based approach and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR). EMDR is scientifically proven as an effective form of treatment for trauma, PTSD, depression/anxiety and distressing events.
Hi there! My name is Amanda and I'm grateful for your courage to take this step. Since 2012, I've been helping adults, youth, and families overcome many different challenges: PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life transitions. I also offer therapeutic support to those who want to grow their family through adoption and/or foster care. I use CBT, DBT, mindfulness, substance use recovery methods, strengths-based approach and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR). EMDR is scientifically proven as an effective form of treatment for trauma, PTSD, depression/anxiety and distressing events.
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Priscilla Francis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77060
My private counseling practice offers services to individuals, couples, family and children whose past trauma and or mental health interfere with their daily life.
I have witnessed the value of resilience through healing. In my practice, I work with clients to offer individualized treatment to who you are as person, rather than cookie cutter services. The stigma associated with therapy and mental health, especially in the minority communty is damaging. Our fear of looking “crazy”, especially in todays' society continues to hold us back. You are not crazy for getting the help you need. You deserve to heal. Your community needs you to heal so you can give back in a healthy way. Your healing is your community healing.
My private counseling practice offers services to individuals, couples, family and children whose past trauma and or mental health interfere with their daily life.
I have witnessed the value of resilience through healing. In my practice, I work with clients to offer individualized treatment to who you are as person, rather than cookie cutter services. The stigma associated with therapy and mental health, especially in the minority communty is damaging. Our fear of looking “crazy”, especially in todays' society continues to hold us back. You are not crazy for getting the help you need. You deserve to heal. Your community needs you to heal so you can give back in a healthy way. Your healing is your community healing.
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Inner-standing Counseling Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77060
With experience in addressing issues relating to anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting and marital issues, I am passionate about providing a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment.
I provide support and practical feedback to help you effectively address the challenges you are facing in your life. With compassion and understanding, I work with you to help you build on your strengths and attain the personal growth you are committed to accomplishing. Much of my job is to ask you questions you may not have asked yourself, to help you think about yourself and your problems in a new way, so that you can get "unstuck."
With experience in addressing issues relating to anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting and marital issues, I am passionate about providing a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment.
I provide support and practical feedback to help you effectively address the challenges you are facing in your life. With compassion and understanding, I work with you to help you build on your strengths and attain the personal growth you are committed to accomplishing. Much of my job is to ask you questions you may not have asked yourself, to help you think about yourself and your problems in a new way, so that you can get "unstuck."
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My name is Natalie Cinotto, and I am a licensed professional counselor with a double master’s degree from Sam Houston State University in psychology and counselor education. I specialize in tailoring treatment plans for patients regarding anxiety, depression, panic attacks, stress, trauma and relationship issues. My goal is to empower clients with proven, positive results to help them find peace with active stressors, and to hopefully find balance!
My name is Natalie Cinotto, and I am a licensed professional counselor with a double master’s degree from Sam Houston State University in psychology and counselor education. I specialize in tailoring treatment plans for patients regarding anxiety, depression, panic attacks, stress, trauma and relationship issues. My goal is to empower clients with proven, positive results to help them find peace with active stressors, and to hopefully find balance!
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I hold a professional trauma certification and believe with empathy and support, clients can work through their unique circumstances.
It takes courage to reach out for support and help in making change in your life and if you are here looking for a therapist to build a relationship and work with you I would be happy to work with you through your journey. I have experience in helping clients with trauma, relationship challenges (codependency, abandonment), anxiety, depression, and grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
I hold a professional trauma certification and believe with empathy and support, clients can work through their unique circumstances.
It takes courage to reach out for support and help in making change in your life and if you are here looking for a therapist to build a relationship and work with you I would be happy to work with you through your journey. I have experience in helping clients with trauma, relationship challenges (codependency, abandonment), anxiety, depression, and grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
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I love coming up with creative new ideas to help clients through trauma and hardship.
Hi, I’m Tiffany Allen and I’m excited you are considering making counseling a part of your journey. I believe it is a true honor that individuals and families allow me to walk alongside them as they navigate the hard parts of their story. There are so many challenges we face in life and therapy can be a great place to help navigate whether you are a child, teen or an adult. Our stories and experiences matter and they are continually shaping us into the people we will be tomorrow.
I love coming up with creative new ideas to help clients through trauma and hardship.
Hi, I’m Tiffany Allen and I’m excited you are considering making counseling a part of your journey. I believe it is a true honor that individuals and families allow me to walk alongside them as they navigate the hard parts of their story. There are so many challenges we face in life and therapy can be a great place to help navigate whether you are a child, teen or an adult. Our stories and experiences matter and they are continually shaping us into the people we will be tomorrow.
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In the heart of every therapeutic journey lies the transformative power of genuine human connection. As a dedicated therapist, I believe that healing begins when individuals are seen, heard, and understood within the context of a trusting and compassionate relationship. I now have multiple years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and couples who struggle with PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and addictions. One of the greatest privileges of this work has been witnessing the reconnection that occurs while working with couples who are navigating difficult periods in their relationship.
In the heart of every therapeutic journey lies the transformative power of genuine human connection. As a dedicated therapist, I believe that healing begins when individuals are seen, heard, and understood within the context of a trusting and compassionate relationship. I now have multiple years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and couples who struggle with PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and addictions. One of the greatest privileges of this work has been witnessing the reconnection that occurs while working with couples who are navigating difficult periods in their relationship.
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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.