Trauma and PTSD therapists in Willows, California CA
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Ingrid Solano
Psychologist, PhD
Making sense of trauma, and the impact of trauma, can be accompanied by the fear that you will never be able to overcome the distress you feel when you remember the experience or when those intrusive nightmares, flashbacks, and negative thoughts come crashing into your awareness. Through trauma-focused therapy we reclaim confidence, hopefulness, intimacy, safety, self-esteem, and trust. I have specific expertise in treating trauma symptoms related to sexual assault, intimate partner violence and emotional abuse, military sexual trauma (MST), childhood and complex sexual trauma, violence, and combat trauma experienced by Veterans. These experiences can impact physical health, and daily life.
Many people will experience a form of trauma in their lives. Trauma can come with feelings of shame, anger, and confusion. Posttraumatic stress is a normal human reaction to traumatic events. However, for some individuals this stress persists and interferes with their ability to live the life that they want. I work with complex cases that sometimes include dissociation, numbness, anger, risky behaviors, and years of avoidance. The treatments I provide are the most powerful and effective treatments available for these conditions. I have expertise in individual, as well as relationship (i.e., with a partner) based trauma-focused therapies. I have experienced many times how these treatments help people gain new perspectives about what happened to them, develop a sense of empowerment over their trauma, and improve their lives. These treatments can also be helpful if you feel stuck following experiences of trauma, even if you don’t have PTSD. If you’re unsure whether you want to discuss your trauma, or unsure which approach feels like a good fit for you, we can discuss your concerns. We will explore trauma-focused care that builds upon your current support, coping skills, and personal experience. I primarily employ time-limited, evidence-based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies (CBT) such as CPT, PE, and CBCT. (See Individual and Couples Therapy based Trauma-Focused Services.)
In psychological literature, stressors are defined as events and conditions (e.g., losing a job, death of an intimate partner) that cause change and require that the individual adapt to the new situation or life circumstance. Stress processes can include the experience of prejudice events, expectations of rejection, hiding and concealing your authentic self, internalized homophobia, intimate partner violence, discrimination, and ameliorative coping processes that have become bad, ineffective habits. These experiences can be particularly painful when there is social pressure to conceal your experiences, or stigma. I address what it’s like to have no one to talk to about these experiences, and any distress that comes from having nowhere to do this work safely. I practice LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy that considers the impact of minority stress and chronic stress responses. Aside from these stress processes, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and heterosexuals who report any same-sex sexual partners over their lifetime, have greater risk of childhood maltreatment, interpersonal violence, trauma to a close friend or relative, and unexpected death of someone close.
11 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
WELL COACHED LIFE
Counselor/Therapist, PhD Clinical Psychology, MA Marriage & Family Therapy, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, EMDR, Havening
Healing from Trauma and Rediscovering Life's Beauty with Well Coached Life
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can cast a long shadow, affecting every aspect of life. At Well Coached Life, we understand the profound impact trauma can have, and we're here to support you on your journey to healing and reclaiming your sense of well-being.
Unraveling the Complexity of Trauma:
Trauma can leave deep emotional scars, impacting your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. It can disrupt your ability to experience life to the fullest, hindering your overall health and happiness.
Our Expert Trauma Therapists:
Well Coached Life boasts a team of expert trauma therapists who are specially trained to guide you through the intricate process of healing. We recognize that achieving wellness is not merely about the absence of distress but about achieving optimal well-being.
A Holistic Approach:
We embrace a holistic perspective on healing from trauma, understanding that it involves the integration of all aspects of yourself—physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. Our approach empowers you to create a fulfilling life that transcends the weight of past trauma.
Personalized Healing:
Trauma is deeply personal, and no two journeys are the same. Our coaching services are tailored to your unique needs, ensuring you receive the support and strategies that resonate with your specific experiences.
Reclaiming Joy and Wholeness:
With Well Coached Life by your side, you can embark on a transformative journey toward healing from trauma. We go beyond traditional talk therapy, working to resolve issues and implement effective solutions that improve your overall life satisfaction.
Don't let trauma define your life any longer. Join us today and take the first step toward rediscovering the beauty, happiness, and wholeness that life has to offer.
16 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Julie Millman
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Trauma can create such shadows over your life. It can cause you to make conclusions about yourself that are just not true. Whether your situation was accidental or intentionally and thoughtlessly inflicted on you abusively; trauma leaves a lasting mark. However with psychotherapy there is potential for a recovery. Techniques can be utilized in psychotherapy such as EMDR which carry hope for resolution! You do not have to be alone with this. Lets work on this together.
32 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Kelly Smith
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Sometimes life is rough, sometimes you are the one who saw it, experienced it, or went through it. Most of these experiences we can think about, understand, and move on. But sometimes....there is that one ...(or more) which we can't just put down. It creeps into our dreams, it pushes into our heads when we drive by that spot, or look at that person who reminds us... It starts to take over our peace and impact our work, school, or relationships. When you have been through something hard that you cannot just let go and when you go home and others don't get it. It is time to reach out to someone who can help. It is possible to get this experience unstuck from your head, it is possible to turn things around. You can do things that you want to do rather than accepting that you are going to be damaged and struggle with certain things. You can let go of the anger, sleeplessness, and hypervigilance and connect with your family again and be happy. I offer four types of research-based therapies for trauma and PTSD: Prolonged Exposure (PE), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Eye Movement and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Trauma Focused: Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF: CBT)
14 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
H. Yamel Medina
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I'm a life long learner and create an environment for Trauma survivors wherein through learning, Clients can learn to feel more connected to themselves, others, and the world around them. Therapy is a process of self reflection and conversations that honor the struggles of life.
18 Years Experience