Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Shenandoah, TX
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I offer individual counseling to teens and adults and have spent multiple years working with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, and personality disorders.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Having trouble coping with life stressors or finding your identity? Ready to take the first step of finding support on your journey to better mental health? As a clinician, I am passionate about meeting you where you are and helping you discover your most authentic self. While prioritizing a positive therapeutic relationship, I use an eclectic approach to tailor treatment to your unique needs. I want you to feel understood and valued while we collaborate to develop the tools needed to cope with your challenges, set healthy boundaries, and increase your quality of life.
I offer individual counseling to teens and adults and have spent multiple years working with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, and personality disorders.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Having trouble coping with life stressors or finding your identity? Ready to take the first step of finding support on your journey to better mental health? As a clinician, I am passionate about meeting you where you are and helping you discover your most authentic self. While prioritizing a positive therapeutic relationship, I use an eclectic approach to tailor treatment to your unique needs. I want you to feel understood and valued while we collaborate to develop the tools needed to cope with your challenges, set healthy boundaries, and increase your quality of life.
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I help women overcome impacts of trauma that may cause anxiety, depression and/or PTSD. Together we'll develop tools to manage emotions, regain control, develop strong boundaries, build self-esteem, and improve communication skills. My aim is to support clients throughout their journey as they strive to rediscover or establish a sense of self, overcome effects of trauma, and embrace a fulfilled life. Not ready to dive into your past just yet? That's perfectly okay, I'll meet you where you are in your journey and we will work through present day issues together.
I help women overcome impacts of trauma that may cause anxiety, depression and/or PTSD. Together we'll develop tools to manage emotions, regain control, develop strong boundaries, build self-esteem, and improve communication skills. My aim is to support clients throughout their journey as they strive to rediscover or establish a sense of self, overcome effects of trauma, and embrace a fulfilled life. Not ready to dive into your past just yet? That's perfectly okay, I'll meet you where you are in your journey and we will work through present day issues together.
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Julie Sensanbaugher
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, MS Ed
Verified Verified
Shenandoah, TX 77385
After struggling with a traumatic event in my life I searched for a way to heal.
Do you feel overwhelmed and that you might never heal? Are you struggling with anxiety and depression? Do you think “My trauma isn’t as bad as …..”. while continuing to struggle? Do you feel that the heaviness of grief and loss will never lift? Taking a step towards healing by working with a counselor might be the right answer for you. My passion is meeting new clients, making sure we are a good fit, and then working together to find what is best way forward for your journey. I believe that the mind and body know how to heal itself and we will work towards unlocking the healing that is inside you.
After struggling with a traumatic event in my life I searched for a way to heal.
Do you feel overwhelmed and that you might never heal? Are you struggling with anxiety and depression? Do you think “My trauma isn’t as bad as …..”. while continuing to struggle? Do you feel that the heaviness of grief and loss will never lift? Taking a step towards healing by working with a counselor might be the right answer for you. My passion is meeting new clients, making sure we are a good fit, and then working together to find what is best way forward for your journey. I believe that the mind and body know how to heal itself and we will work towards unlocking the healing that is inside you.
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Felix Vara
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Shenandoah, TX 77385
I get that dealing with trauma, stress, and the impact of life's critical incidents can be tough.
If life's challenges are taking a toll on your mental well-being and relationships, know that help is available. If you get the feeling things aren't quite right or a shift from your usual, more positive self, and it is impacting your personal or professional relationships there is support. I specialize in helping people manage anxiety, infidelity, couple's issues, trauma, PTSD, and cumulative PTSD. Additionally, I have experience understanding and helping first responders as well as those who make decisions that impact the lives of others.
I get that dealing with trauma, stress, and the impact of life's critical incidents can be tough.
If life's challenges are taking a toll on your mental well-being and relationships, know that help is available. If you get the feeling things aren't quite right or a shift from your usual, more positive self, and it is impacting your personal or professional relationships there is support. I specialize in helping people manage anxiety, infidelity, couple's issues, trauma, PTSD, and cumulative PTSD. Additionally, I have experience understanding and helping first responders as well as those who make decisions that impact the lives of others.
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Jerrie Smith Muehr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Shenandoah, TX 77380 (Online Only)
Whether you are dealing with trauma, general anxiety or depression, I look forward to working with you as a team to help overcome the negatives in your life.
Hello, I'm Jerrie. If you are here, you are searching for some answers to issues that may be holding you back from achieving a higher quality of life. Together, we will work toward goals that may assist with needed answers to what is going on in your life. I prefer to utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, but also incorporate what is specific to you and your needs.
Whether you are dealing with trauma, general anxiety or depression, I look forward to working with you as a team to help overcome the negatives in your life.
Hello, I'm Jerrie. If you are here, you are searching for some answers to issues that may be holding you back from achieving a higher quality of life. Together, we will work toward goals that may assist with needed answers to what is going on in your life. I prefer to utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, but also incorporate what is specific to you and your needs.
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Kimberly Garcia Crowley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Shenandoah, TX 77380 (Online Only)
I am a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I am passionate about empowering adults and children who struggle with issues such as past trauma, anxiety, high stress, depression, grief or relational issues. I would love to work by your side. I am here to support those who are ready to help themselves and are seeking serenity and a better quality of life. Maybe you are struggling with a situation that is causing emotional pain or lack of peace. It is time to get help! Through self-awareness, and caring counseling, you might be able to find the peace that you deserve.
I am a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I am passionate about empowering adults and children who struggle with issues such as past trauma, anxiety, high stress, depression, grief or relational issues. I would love to work by your side. I am here to support those who are ready to help themselves and are seeking serenity and a better quality of life. Maybe you are struggling with a situation that is causing emotional pain or lack of peace. It is time to get help! Through self-awareness, and caring counseling, you might be able to find the peace that you deserve.
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Asha Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shenandoah, TX 77380 (Online Only)
Asha Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) and Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC). Asha has over 10 years of providing therapy with a diverse client population. She has successfully counseled adolescents, adults, and elder adults with issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, dysfunctional relationships, poor coping skills, divorce, military and veteran's issues, low self-esteem, chronic stress, trauma, and PTSD. She earned a Master’s degree in Psychology from Houston Baptist University and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Miami.
Asha Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) and Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC). Asha has over 10 years of providing therapy with a diverse client population. She has successfully counseled adolescents, adults, and elder adults with issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, dysfunctional relationships, poor coping skills, divorce, military and veteran's issues, low self-esteem, chronic stress, trauma, and PTSD. She earned a Master’s degree in Psychology from Houston Baptist University and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Miami.
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Laurie Downey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Shenandoah, TX 77380 (Online Only)
I also process past trauma in any shape.
I'm Dr. Laurie. I have a PhD in clinical and Counseling Psychology. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, Licensed Sex Offender Treatment Provider Supervisor, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, and Substance Abuse Professional. I am an Ordained Reverend, Non-Denominational, and have half of a Master's in Divnity completed. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Professional Aeronautics and Aviation Safety. I see clients of any age from two years and up. I also see any mental or behavioral illness.
I also process past trauma in any shape.
I'm Dr. Laurie. I have a PhD in clinical and Counseling Psychology. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, Licensed Sex Offender Treatment Provider Supervisor, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, and Substance Abuse Professional. I am an Ordained Reverend, Non-Denominational, and have half of a Master's in Divnity completed. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Professional Aeronautics and Aviation Safety. I see clients of any age from two years and up. I also see any mental or behavioral illness.
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Imelda Crothers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Shenandoah, TX 77380 (Online Only)
Hi, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in Texas. I have experience working with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, past trauma, and adjustments to changes in their lives. I have a history of working with individuals diagnosed with mental health illness; primarily, but not limited to, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder and anxiety disorders. I have witnessed the barriers and stigma associated with having a mental health diagnosis; and I have been a part of my former clients’ successes as I've partnered with them to improve their quality of life.
Hi, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in Texas. I have experience working with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, past trauma, and adjustments to changes in their lives. I have a history of working with individuals diagnosed with mental health illness; primarily, but not limited to, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder and anxiety disorders. I have witnessed the barriers and stigma associated with having a mental health diagnosis; and I have been a part of my former clients’ successes as I've partnered with them to improve their quality of life.
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I have worked as the lead clinical therapist at an inpatient treatment center for adult women with trauma, as well as an inpatient treatment center with teens focused on behavioral issues. I have also worked with single adults, married couples, and retirees. I have also worked in Intensive outpatient programs for adult men.
I have worked as the lead clinical therapist at an inpatient treatment center for adult women with trauma, as well as an inpatient treatment center with teens focused on behavioral issues. I have also worked with single adults, married couples, and retirees. I have also worked in Intensive outpatient programs for adult men.
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Marie Salimbeni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Shenandoah, TX 77380 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with teens and adults coping with life stressors related to personal relationships, life changes, work-related issues, stress/anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, and trauma.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New York and Texas with over 30 years of experience in mental health, substance abuse/misuse and have experience with first responder and military populations. I graduated with a Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D) Social Work from Yeshiva University, an Advanced Clinical Social Worker Certificate from New York University (NYU), a Masters of Social Work from Adelphi University, and undergraduate degree in Psychology from Long Island University (LIU) in New York.
I specialize in working with teens and adults coping with life stressors related to personal relationships, life changes, work-related issues, stress/anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, and trauma.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New York and Texas with over 30 years of experience in mental health, substance abuse/misuse and have experience with first responder and military populations. I graduated with a Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D) Social Work from Yeshiva University, an Advanced Clinical Social Worker Certificate from New York University (NYU), a Masters of Social Work from Adelphi University, and undergraduate degree in Psychology from Long Island University (LIU) in New York.
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Cathy Stout
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Shenandoah, TX 77380 (Online Only)
My experiences working with community mental health, private practice, trauma, crisis, and critical incidents have equipped me understand how difficult challenges can be for individuals and families.
You are seeking, that is what brought you here. Sometimes that may be a single event, a crisis, a trauma, or a series of events that have you weary. Life can bring us to a place where we need to do things differently and can't quite sort out what that looks like.
My experiences working with community mental health, private practice, trauma, crisis, and critical incidents have equipped me understand how difficult challenges can be for individuals and families.
You are seeking, that is what brought you here. Sometimes that may be a single event, a crisis, a trauma, or a series of events that have you weary. Life can bring us to a place where we need to do things differently and can't quite sort out what that looks like.
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Ariel Morado
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Shenandoah, TX 77380 (Online Only)
If you're facing challenges such as trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or depression, I invite you to connect with me for counseling services.
I see you—tweens, teens, and adults navigating the storm of trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. In the midst of the chaos, you're seeking more than just survival; you're seeking connection—with your mind, body, and soul. I understand the weight you carry and the battles you fight within. Your journey is not just about overcoming challenges; it's about discovering the resilient core within you. It's about peeling back the layers of pain to find the essence of who you truly are.
If you're facing challenges such as trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or depression, I invite you to connect with me for counseling services.
I see you—tweens, teens, and adults navigating the storm of trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. In the midst of the chaos, you're seeking more than just survival; you're seeking connection—with your mind, body, and soul. I understand the weight you carry and the battles you fight within. Your journey is not just about overcoming challenges; it's about discovering the resilient core within you. It's about peeling back the layers of pain to find the essence of who you truly are.
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Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and narcissistic abuse are areas where I specialize.
Ideal clients are people who realize they are struggling. They work up the courage to seek help even if it is scary or uncomfortable. People can have a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma. The list is endless! Regardless of the issues, everyone in counseling deserves to be in a safe, respectful, and supportive environment while they work through whatever is keeping them from living their best life. These clients want to feel better, live better, and cultivate personal growth. The underlying hope when choosing to seek counseling is to progress beyond the pain and celebrate the ability to overcome.
Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and narcissistic abuse are areas where I specialize.
Ideal clients are people who realize they are struggling. They work up the courage to seek help even if it is scary or uncomfortable. People can have a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma. The list is endless! Regardless of the issues, everyone in counseling deserves to be in a safe, respectful, and supportive environment while they work through whatever is keeping them from living their best life. These clients want to feel better, live better, and cultivate personal growth. The underlying hope when choosing to seek counseling is to progress beyond the pain and celebrate the ability to overcome.
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Seeking help is courageous. While therapy can feel scary, there is nothing more important than being willing to learn about yourself and make lasting changes in your life. With specialties in anxiety and PTSD treatment, I will bring both an experienced and compassionate presence to our work.
Seeking help is courageous. While therapy can feel scary, there is nothing more important than being willing to learn about yourself and make lasting changes in your life. With specialties in anxiety and PTSD treatment, I will bring both an experienced and compassionate presence to our work.
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Janel S. McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Shenandoah, TX 77384 (Online Only)
I work often with individuals with addiction, trauma/ PTSD, depression/Bi-Polar, anxiety, and personality disorders/Borderline.
Hello! Thank you for your time! I'm Janel McDonald, and my goal is to provide compassionate, non-judgemental, empathetic care. It's my mission to ease your feelings of apprehension and provide you with a safe and comfortable place to discuss your specific motivation for seeking counseling services. I served in the military for 22 years and have experience working with military veterans and civilians through some of the most challenging transitions in their lives. I would love the opportunity to help you.
I work often with individuals with addiction, trauma/ PTSD, depression/Bi-Polar, anxiety, and personality disorders/Borderline.
Hello! Thank you for your time! I'm Janel McDonald, and my goal is to provide compassionate, non-judgemental, empathetic care. It's my mission to ease your feelings of apprehension and provide you with a safe and comfortable place to discuss your specific motivation for seeking counseling services. I served in the military for 22 years and have experience working with military veterans and civilians through some of the most challenging transitions in their lives. I would love the opportunity to help you.
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Kristien Hollingsworth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Shenandoah, TX 77380 (Online Only)
Eric Gentry of AZ trauma) https:/ /youtu.
Do you feel like depression and anxiety are only getting harder to cope with as you get older? Do you feel stressed, overwhelmed, fatigued, and irritable on a regular basis? Do you keep yourself busy and distracted during the day only to feel the most anxiety, racing thoughts, and panic at night when you lie down? If so, I am here to help! I offer a variety of tools including self regulation, meditation, mindfulness, CBT, belief systems analysis, strengths-based and solution focused approaches. Over 18 years of experience. I am licensed to practice in 5 states. Arizona, Hawaii, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas. WEEKEND availability!
Eric Gentry of AZ trauma) https:/ /youtu.
Do you feel like depression and anxiety are only getting harder to cope with as you get older? Do you feel stressed, overwhelmed, fatigued, and irritable on a regular basis? Do you keep yourself busy and distracted during the day only to feel the most anxiety, racing thoughts, and panic at night when you lie down? If so, I am here to help! I offer a variety of tools including self regulation, meditation, mindfulness, CBT, belief systems analysis, strengths-based and solution focused approaches. Over 18 years of experience. I am licensed to practice in 5 states. Arizona, Hawaii, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas. WEEKEND availability!
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Devin Foster
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shenandoah, TX 77380 (Online Only)
I provide an eclectic approach to my practice, with an emphasis on cognitive based therapy and trauma informed care.
Therapy shouldn’t have to feel like a job interview. It is a space where you are able to discover strengths about yourself that you didn't think existed. I strive to provide a safe, open space for my clients to feel comfortable and as vulnerable as they can possibly be. I have experience in several types of issues, ranging from stress, anxiety, depression, to trauma as well. My goal is to help my clients find the power to understand the control they have over their own problems and empower them to find ways to resolve some of the issues that they face on a daily basis.
I provide an eclectic approach to my practice, with an emphasis on cognitive based therapy and trauma informed care.
Therapy shouldn’t have to feel like a job interview. It is a space where you are able to discover strengths about yourself that you didn't think existed. I strive to provide a safe, open space for my clients to feel comfortable and as vulnerable as they can possibly be. I have experience in several types of issues, ranging from stress, anxiety, depression, to trauma as well. My goal is to help my clients find the power to understand the control they have over their own problems and empower them to find ways to resolve some of the issues that they face on a daily basis.
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Dr. Dennis Alvarez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shenandoah, TX 77380
Much of my previous research focused on the long-term effects of trauma and how it can lead to physical symptoms or illnesses.
Hello, I'm Dennis Alvarez. Counseling should encourage and challenge individuals to meet their fullest potential by addressing their mental, emotional, and spiritual needs. When I work with clients, I like to help them understand how and why certain behaviors or patterns of behaviors occur. I work with individuals with a history of depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse issues.
Much of my previous research focused on the long-term effects of trauma and how it can lead to physical symptoms or illnesses.
Hello, I'm Dennis Alvarez. Counseling should encourage and challenge individuals to meet their fullest potential by addressing their mental, emotional, and spiritual needs. When I work with clients, I like to help them understand how and why certain behaviors or patterns of behaviors occur. I work with individuals with a history of depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse issues.
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Enobong J Inyang
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Shenandoah, TX 77385
I believe, from personal experiences, years of practice & teaching, that anyone can be empowered to face life challenges. Empowered individuals are resilient & able to bounce back from adversities. My main focus is to empower you & your loved ones to overcome challenges. As a professor for 8 years, I have trained & supervised hundreds of graduate students on evidence-based practices, positive psychology, Strength-based approaches, CBT, Trauma Focused CBT, DBT, & integration of music & spirituality into counseling. CBT & Adlerian are my overarching modalities upon which I integrate other interventions tailored to clients' needs.
I believe, from personal experiences, years of practice & teaching, that anyone can be empowered to face life challenges. Empowered individuals are resilient & able to bounce back from adversities. My main focus is to empower you & your loved ones to overcome challenges. As a professor for 8 years, I have trained & supervised hundreds of graduate students on evidence-based practices, positive psychology, Strength-based approaches, CBT, Trauma Focused CBT, DBT, & integration of music & spirituality into counseling. CBT & Adlerian are my overarching modalities upon which I integrate other interventions tailored to clients' needs.
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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.