Trauma and PTSD therapists in Fort Myers, FL
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Fort Myers, Florida who provide testing, evidence-based treatment for trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, and related challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. Compare detailed therapist profiles and connect with a provider that’s right for you.
PTSD/Trauma
David Essel, M.S., O.M.
Counselor/Therapist, Master's Degree Psychology, Ordained All Faiths Minister
When most people think of PTSD, they think of veterans returning from war. Which is very true.
Others might think of someone who had a near-drowning experience. And that will create PTSD as well.
But there are other events in life that can create ongoing PTSD, that we may not even recognize. Childhood trauma. Losing a pet. Or a job. or a relationship. Divorce trauma. Addiction trauma. Car accident trauma. The list is endless.
For the past 30 years, number one best-selling author, counselor, master Life Coach and minister David Essel has been helping people to understand the power of trauma, PTSD, and the stress of trying to live with either.
46 Years Experience
In-Person in Fort Myers, FL 33907
Online in Fort Myers, FL
PTSD/Trauma
Katelynn Jones
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, ASDCS, CCTP, CTMH, Certified Brain Coach, SSP and RRP Provider, Registered Clinical Supervisor
Trauma and PTSD are very prevalent and unrecognized. Both can shape your worldview and perspective. I seek to help individuals make sense of their trauma without self blame.
16 Years Experience
Online in Fort Myers, FL (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Chelsie Ciminelli
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Holistic Health Practitioner
I support individuals who have experienced trauma and are living with the lasting effects of traumatic experiences, including PTSD, anxiety, hypervigilance, emotional dysregulation, dissociation, relationship difficulties, and a persistent sense of feeling unsafe. My approach recognizes that trauma is held not only in our memories and thoughts, but also within the body, nervous system, emotions, and relationships. Together, we gently explore the experiences and protective patterns that may still be influencing your life while developing greater internal safety, nervous-system regulation, self-trust, and connection with yourself. My goal is not simply to help you cope with the effects of trauma, but to support you in healing the deeper wounds and reclaiming a greater sense of wholeness, agency, and safety within yourself.
7 Years Experience
Online in Fort Myers, FL
PTSD/Trauma
Cordell Pearson
Counselor/Therapist, CMHC, LPC, NCC
Trauma can leave you feeling stuck—like no matter what you do, you can’t move past the pain or the memories. Whether it’s from a past event or years of unresolved hurt, trauma affects more than just your thoughts. It can take a toll on your emotions, relationships, your body, and sense of self. But healing is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone.
At Freedom to Heal Counseling, I specialize in helping you break free from the hold that trauma has on your life. Through EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and other trauma-focused therapies, we can gently process painful experiences and release their grip, helping you feel lighter, more in control, and able to move forward.
8 Years Experience
Online in Fort Myers, FL
PTSD/Trauma
Allyse Teltser
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Trauma does not stay in the past. It shows up in the body, in relationships, in the way certain moments can pull you back to something you have spent years trying to leave behind. Whether the trauma was a single event or a lifetime of experiences, the impact is real and it deserves real treatment. I use EMDR - one of the most research-supported trauma treatments available - to help clients process what happened without having to relive it in detail. Healing from trauma is possible. It does not have to define the rest of your life.
12 Years Experience
Online in Fort Myers, FL
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Fort Myers, FL Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Fort Myers, FL average 15 years of experience and charge around $196 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (37%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (33%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$196
Accept insurance
47%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 32% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 32% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 43% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 31% | Military / Veterans |
| 28% | Hispanic / Latino |