Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Dupont, WA
My clinical training and specialty focus includes military/veteran/LEO focused trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, intimate partner violence, divorce care, parent/child relationships, and sexual abuse. I draw from a range of therapeutic treatment modalities to tailor therapy to you and your strengths as an individual. The primary evidence-based protocols I utilize in my practice are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Internal Family Systems, and Prolonged Exposure.
My clinical training and specialty focus includes military/veteran/LEO focused trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, intimate partner violence, divorce care, parent/child relationships, and sexual abuse. I draw from a range of therapeutic treatment modalities to tailor therapy to you and your strengths as an individual. The primary evidence-based protocols I utilize in my practice are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Internal Family Systems, and Prolonged Exposure.
James T. Capellaro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LMSW-C, ACSW, EMDR-Q
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dupont, WA 98327 (Online Only)
I got my MSW w/ focuses in MH/ Trauma from University of Denver (DU).
Hello, I’m James, and thank you for being here. Whether you are new to therapy or have been sitting on the therapy chaise lounge for years, welcome! First off, there is no perfect way to do therapy and there is no perfect way to be a client. So, I hope for you less pressure and worry in exploring this curious thing called therapy. I strive to make my practice safe, comfortable, individualized and resourceful. Another core tenant of my practice that I find equally important: your agency. You are the expert of you, even if you may not always feel as such - I'll do my very best to be of resource to you. (Response 48-72 hrs)
I got my MSW w/ focuses in MH/ Trauma from University of Denver (DU).
Hello, I’m James, and thank you for being here. Whether you are new to therapy or have been sitting on the therapy chaise lounge for years, welcome! First off, there is no perfect way to do therapy and there is no perfect way to be a client. So, I hope for you less pressure and worry in exploring this curious thing called therapy. I strive to make my practice safe, comfortable, individualized and resourceful. Another core tenant of my practice that I find equally important: your agency. You are the expert of you, even if you may not always feel as such - I'll do my very best to be of resource to you. (Response 48-72 hrs)
Whether your situation is due to biology, injury, addiction, violence, trauma, family stress or anything else, know that it takes courage to move towards change.
Everyday we face unwanted thoughts, moods, emotions, memories, and body sensations, which can interfere with our school, career, relationships, and our mental and emotional well being. If this sounds like you or your loved one, know that you are not alone and that change is possible. My greatest professional satisfaction comes from witnessing the process of growth and I am here to walk with you or your loved one on that journey of change. I have a passion for the collaborative process and supporting those who want to understand themselves better and value the process of growth.
Whether your situation is due to biology, injury, addiction, violence, trauma, family stress or anything else, know that it takes courage to move towards change.
Everyday we face unwanted thoughts, moods, emotions, memories, and body sensations, which can interfere with our school, career, relationships, and our mental and emotional well being. If this sounds like you or your loved one, know that you are not alone and that change is possible. My greatest professional satisfaction comes from witnessing the process of growth and I am here to walk with you or your loved one on that journey of change. I have a passion for the collaborative process and supporting those who want to understand themselves better and value the process of growth.
Common challenges of clients I've worked with over the years include healing from past and current trauma, anxiety, depression, feeling stuck or blocked, and transitions of all kinds.
Are you interested in living an authentic life and being true to the visions and callings of your heart? Sometimes that's not easy when unhealthy learned patterns and/or limiting or negative beliefs get in the way. Our work together can be a catalyst which calls out your inner strengths and resources providing the ultimate guidance to experiencing more happiness and contentment. Life doesn't move in a straight line, instead the path twists and turns providing obstacles and hurdles. It's these challenges that present a doorway to living a more authentic life. You are not alone.
Common challenges of clients I've worked with over the years include healing from past and current trauma, anxiety, depression, feeling stuck or blocked, and transitions of all kinds.
Are you interested in living an authentic life and being true to the visions and callings of your heart? Sometimes that's not easy when unhealthy learned patterns and/or limiting or negative beliefs get in the way. Our work together can be a catalyst which calls out your inner strengths and resources providing the ultimate guidance to experiencing more happiness and contentment. Life doesn't move in a straight line, instead the path twists and turns providing obstacles and hurdles. It's these challenges that present a doorway to living a more authentic life. You are not alone.
Deanne Wientge Christian & Trauma Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Dupont, WA 98327 (Online Only)
Offering compassionate, competent, non-judgmental, and friendly ADULT only counseling via HIPPA compliant VIDEO CONFERENCING. Specializing in working with adult anxiety, grief, depression and trauma, with a primary focus on Christian, trauma, military spouses and first responders based counseling and disaster response. Deanne has over 25+ years experience working with children and adults on military installations, in schools and in private practice with victims of crime, disasters, & trauma. Deanne has additional career experience in aviation & K9 SAR.
Offering compassionate, competent, non-judgmental, and friendly ADULT only counseling via HIPPA compliant VIDEO CONFERENCING. Specializing in working with adult anxiety, grief, depression and trauma, with a primary focus on Christian, trauma, military spouses and first responders based counseling and disaster response. Deanne has over 25+ years experience working with children and adults on military installations, in schools and in private practice with victims of crime, disasters, & trauma. Deanne has additional career experience in aviation & K9 SAR.
For my child clients, I utilize Child-Centered Play Therapy, a non-directive approach to process trauma.
Making the decision to begin therapy is hard. Living with unresolved fear, doubt, anxiety, depression, or trauma is harder! You’re here because you know your life can be better & you’re brave enough to seek help. I’m here because I’ve been where you are, & I know the amazing, transformative power of therapy! My approach to therapy is warm, person-centered, inclusive, & non-judgmental. I believe YOU are the expert on your life. I believe you already have everything you need to live the happy, authentic life you dream of. Sometimes, we need help seeing things a new way. I would be honored to join you in your journey toward healing.
For my child clients, I utilize Child-Centered Play Therapy, a non-directive approach to process trauma.
Making the decision to begin therapy is hard. Living with unresolved fear, doubt, anxiety, depression, or trauma is harder! You’re here because you know your life can be better & you’re brave enough to seek help. I’m here because I’ve been where you are, & I know the amazing, transformative power of therapy! My approach to therapy is warm, person-centered, inclusive, & non-judgmental. I believe YOU are the expert on your life. I believe you already have everything you need to live the happy, authentic life you dream of. Sometimes, we need help seeing things a new way. I would be honored to join you in your journey toward healing.
Recovery from trauma is my specialization. I care deeply about each person who steps into my office, and the alliance we can create could be life-changing for you. I am trained in EMDR, a psychotherapy that can de-code the traumatic memories and beliefs that are stuck within your brain and nervous system. EMDR can then rewire your brain with positive beliefs such as "I am good enough as I am" or "I'm valuable". Once you believe good things about yourself, you start living differently! I love EMDR and fully believe in its power to heal many different types of trauma.
Recovery from trauma is my specialization. I care deeply about each person who steps into my office, and the alliance we can create could be life-changing for you. I am trained in EMDR, a psychotherapy that can de-code the traumatic memories and beliefs that are stuck within your brain and nervous system. EMDR can then rewire your brain with positive beliefs such as "I am good enough as I am" or "I'm valuable". Once you believe good things about yourself, you start living differently! I love EMDR and fully believe in its power to heal many different types of trauma.
My interests include working with individuals around addiction, trauma, anxiety and unhealthy relationships.
Getting to the heart of intense emotions and changing the status quo can be frightening. Yet, so is the idea of remaining in a place that is no longer sustainable. You know it’s time to stop trying to fill that void with what is no longer working. It can be very difficult to step out of expectations and into your authentic self. The decision to seek professional therapy and create movement in your life says you are ready. Anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviors and negative relationship patterns can become so overwhelming that we feel distrust in everything, especially ourselves.
My interests include working with individuals around addiction, trauma, anxiety and unhealthy relationships.
Getting to the heart of intense emotions and changing the status quo can be frightening. Yet, so is the idea of remaining in a place that is no longer sustainable. You know it’s time to stop trying to fill that void with what is no longer working. It can be very difficult to step out of expectations and into your authentic self. The decision to seek professional therapy and create movement in your life says you are ready. Anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviors and negative relationship patterns can become so overwhelming that we feel distrust in everything, especially ourselves.
Humble Steps Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, APHSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
Dupont, WA 98327 (Online Only)
Was it difficult to click on this page? Well you did it and if that is your accomplishment for the day then that is one step closer towards healing. It is my belief that healing is a series of small, humble steps leading to transformation. Pain takes many forms, headaches, chronic physical pain, the pain from loss, the pain from one's limitations after a serious diagnosis, the pain from abuse and the pain from the love that you didn't receive. These experiences teaches us some harsh lessons that keep us safe, but they can also keep us trapped.
Was it difficult to click on this page? Well you did it and if that is your accomplishment for the day then that is one step closer towards healing. It is my belief that healing is a series of small, humble steps leading to transformation. Pain takes many forms, headaches, chronic physical pain, the pain from loss, the pain from one's limitations after a serious diagnosis, the pain from abuse and the pain from the love that you didn't receive. These experiences teaches us some harsh lessons that keep us safe, but they can also keep us trapped.
Imagine if you were emotionally in a place happiness. A place where you could reconnect with old friends, enjoy trips with family, feel empowered to reconnect emotionally with your partner. If you or your loved one is suffering from depression and have tried various medications and therapy without the results that you need and deserve, we can help. We at Creative Solutions TMS use an alternative to medicine approach to treat each individual who is experiencing depression, anxiety, and related conditions. We work with healthcare providers to achieve optimum outcomes using TMS therapy, also called Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation.
Imagine if you were emotionally in a place happiness. A place where you could reconnect with old friends, enjoy trips with family, feel empowered to reconnect emotionally with your partner. If you or your loved one is suffering from depression and have tried various medications and therapy without the results that you need and deserve, we can help. We at Creative Solutions TMS use an alternative to medicine approach to treat each individual who is experiencing depression, anxiety, and related conditions. We work with healthcare providers to achieve optimum outcomes using TMS therapy, also called Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation.
Dr. Sarah Alison Chickering
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Dupont, WA 98327 (Online Only)
Hello, I am so glad you are here. If you are facing challenges such as loss, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or life transitions, I want you to know that help is available. My passion is to personally connect with you and support you in achieving meaningful change. You don't have to navigate these challenges alone. I use an active approach in treatment, focusing on teaching you practical tools that will not only help you feel better now but will also serve you well into the future. Many of my clients experience significant relief within just a few sessions, finding new ways to cope and move forward in their lives.
Hello, I am so glad you are here. If you are facing challenges such as loss, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or life transitions, I want you to know that help is available. My passion is to personally connect with you and support you in achieving meaningful change. You don't have to navigate these challenges alone. I use an active approach in treatment, focusing on teaching you practical tools that will not only help you feel better now but will also serve you well into the future. Many of my clients experience significant relief within just a few sessions, finding new ways to cope and move forward in their lives.
Yvonne LeVar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Dupont, WA 98327 (Online Only)
I tailor my approach to each individual client/couple. My experience includes cognitive-behavioral, acceptance and commitment, dialectical behavioral, exposure-response, and psychodynamic therapies with all ages, populations, and issues. Clients can expect to leave sessions with me feeling heard and validated, curious about what is happening within themselves, and with tools and steps to move forward.
I tailor my approach to each individual client/couple. My experience includes cognitive-behavioral, acceptance and commitment, dialectical behavioral, exposure-response, and psychodynamic therapies with all ages, populations, and issues. Clients can expect to leave sessions with me feeling heard and validated, curious about what is happening within themselves, and with tools and steps to move forward.
I believe that every one has a story that needs to be told- a story that defines who they are, how they arrived at this point in their lives, and what is keeping them stuck in unhelpful patterns of behavior.
I believe that every one has a story that needs to be told- a story that defines who they are, how they arrived at this point in their lives, and what is keeping them stuck in unhelpful patterns of behavior.
My mission as a therapist is to develop a therapeutic alliance with you. This means I will have to show you my empathy, compassion, dedication and how you can trust me at all levels. I will have to demonstrate my professional knowledge and competency. Once we have that trust between us then our therapeutic techniques can be much more powerful and effective. Working together to accomplish your goals, ease your burdens, and gain you the tools to make your life fruitful and more in your control.
My mission as a therapist is to develop a therapeutic alliance with you. This means I will have to show you my empathy, compassion, dedication and how you can trust me at all levels. I will have to demonstrate my professional knowledge and competency. Once we have that trust between us then our therapeutic techniques can be much more powerful and effective. Working together to accomplish your goals, ease your burdens, and gain you the tools to make your life fruitful and more in your control.
Perhaps you have been struggling for years with symptoms related to depression. Numerous appointments with doctors and a variety of medications have not helped. Maybe you want to get off meds completely, but have never been able to find an alternative solution. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) may be the intervention that can change your life. I have been helping people get through difficult things for the last 20 years. I and my staff are excited to offer this intervention to help you change your life.
Perhaps you have been struggling for years with symptoms related to depression. Numerous appointments with doctors and a variety of medications have not helped. Maybe you want to get off meds completely, but have never been able to find an alternative solution. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) may be the intervention that can change your life. I have been helping people get through difficult things for the last 20 years. I and my staff are excited to offer this intervention to help you change your life.
Virginia Kathleen Cailleteau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dupont, WA 98327
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy working in multiple approaches with post-traumatic stress and growth.
I enjoy working with adults exploring relationships, family of origin concerns, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress (and growth), grief and loss, and transitions. Each client may seek therapy for different reasons, often because something in their lives has become uncomfortable, unhealthy, unsustainable, intolerable – but each client is so much more than their problem. I've worked with everyone from high school dropouts to combat veterans to long term care residents, and everyone in between ... In every one I see another facet of the best of what it means to be human, and I love to show up and see what we learn together.
I enjoy working in multiple approaches with post-traumatic stress and growth.
I enjoy working with adults exploring relationships, family of origin concerns, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress (and growth), grief and loss, and transitions. Each client may seek therapy for different reasons, often because something in their lives has become uncomfortable, unhealthy, unsustainable, intolerable – but each client is so much more than their problem. I've worked with everyone from high school dropouts to combat veterans to long term care residents, and everyone in between ... In every one I see another facet of the best of what it means to be human, and I love to show up and see what we learn together.
Samantha Deaton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CMHS, DMHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dupont, WA 98327
Not accepting new clients
I work with clients dealing with PTSD, anxiety, depression, relational issues and parenting challenges.
Whether you have been struggling for a long time or recently found yourself in need of extra support, I am here to help. My primary goal in therapy is to join with you in the fact that we are all imperfect human beings worthy of healing. I view therapy as an opportunity for self-discovery, resilience-building, and fostering a deeper connection with your sense of self to cultivate a more fulfilling life.
I work with clients dealing with PTSD, anxiety, depression, relational issues and parenting challenges.
Whether you have been struggling for a long time or recently found yourself in need of extra support, I am here to help. My primary goal in therapy is to join with you in the fact that we are all imperfect human beings worthy of healing. I view therapy as an opportunity for self-discovery, resilience-building, and fostering a deeper connection with your sense of self to cultivate a more fulfilling life.
Kristen Arcangelo
Counselor, Kristen Arcangelo, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dupont, WA 98327 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, and trauma.
Hello, thank you for visiting my profile. I am not able to accept new clients at this time. I genuinely enjoy my work with teens and adults and believe that trust is the foundation of therapy. If you are hoping to manage anxiety, depression, negative self-talk, adolescence, or boundary setting, I may be a good fit for you. I utilize trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate interventions to support trauma processing and building skills.
I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, and trauma.
Hello, thank you for visiting my profile. I am not able to accept new clients at this time. I genuinely enjoy my work with teens and adults and believe that trust is the foundation of therapy. If you are hoping to manage anxiety, depression, negative self-talk, adolescence, or boundary setting, I may be a good fit for you. I utilize trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate interventions to support trauma processing and building skills.
Kylie Slaughter
Counselor, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
Dupont, WA 98327 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
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Nadine Johnson
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA 98433
The gift of meeting ourselves… in life, we sometimes have to endure extreme stress in difficult circumstances, and we are meant to continue to grow by making meaning and increasing the love in our lives. As an Army Veteran, I feel called to serve the veteran community, as well as others with difficult life experiences. My focus areas include trauma and PTSD, emotional imbalances, self-esteem, grief, and transitions. I draw from my spiritual path as well as personal experiences to connect deeply, and to honor each individual’s journey to healing.
The gift of meeting ourselves… in life, we sometimes have to endure extreme stress in difficult circumstances, and we are meant to continue to grow by making meaning and increasing the love in our lives. As an Army Veteran, I feel called to serve the veteran community, as well as others with difficult life experiences. My focus areas include trauma and PTSD, emotional imbalances, self-esteem, grief, and transitions. I draw from my spiritual path as well as personal experiences to connect deeply, and to honor each individual’s journey to healing.
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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.