Trauma and PTSD therapists in Wilmette, Illinois IL
Wilmette Therapists (Statistics)
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$200
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
|
| 29% |
Male |
|
| 4% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
|
Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 43% |
Online Only |
|
| 2% |
In Person Only |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 75% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 36% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 29% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 28% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 28% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Wilmette 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.
Trauma and PTSD
Theresa McCay Boutross
Marriage and Family Therapist, LCSW, CADC. CMFT
Trauma treatment is a multifaceted approach that requires specialized training to effectively assist individuals in healing from both direct and indirect trauma. Complex trauma, in particular, can be challenging to navigate, often manifesting as difficulties with emotional regulation, relational stability, addiction, and various maladaptive behaviors. With extensive experience in addressing the depths of familial traumas that hinder optimal functioning across multiple life domains, I am dedicated to guiding clients on their path to recovery.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a powerful therapeutic technique designed to help individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences. By integrating EMDR into my practice, I provide a unique approach to therapy that facilitates deeper emotional healing and enables clients to confront and reframe their trauma through more effective Neurological based treatment.
By focusing on complex trauma, we create opportunities to rebuild strong foundations for relationships with yourself and others. This process not only promotes emotional healing but also enhances overall functioning and well-being. Together, we will work toward transforming your experiences into a source of strength, empowering you to foster healthier connections and lead a more fulfilling life.
27 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wilmette, IL
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois
Trauma and PTSD
Rosie Gianforte
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I offer a relaxing space where you can reflect & focus on personal growth & positive change. I provide practical feedback to help address current life challenges & resolve long-standing issues. In therapy, you become aware of your patterns as you begin to understand motivations linked to behavior.
32 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wilmette, IL
Trauma and PTSD
Emily E. Smith
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, CADC, BC-DMT
I have extensive experience working with individuals who are impacted by trauma - recent or past. Step one is to identify trauma responses and the impact on emotions. I would with clients to understand thought, feeling, and behavior patterns that develop as a response to trauma and/or complex PTSD. I am able to assist client in understanding the impact of trauma on the body, how physiological responses to anxiety/PTSD affect daily functioning. I have experience and additional training in working with individuals who have been in abusive relationships, are affected by religious trauma, or have been affected by cults or high control groups.
24 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wilmette, IL
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois
Trauma and PTSD
Brittany Statler, Intuitive Wellness Therapy Group
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Headline: Healing Where the Story is Stored: A Somatic Path to Trauma Recovery
Beyond Just Talking About It
If you have lived through trauma, you know that the past doesn't just stay in the past. It shows up in your body as a tightened chest, a constant state of "high alert," or a heavy, persistent exhaustion. When traditional talk therapy isn't enough, it’s often because your nervous system is still stuck in a survival loop.
My Approach: Integrated Somatic Therapy
I provide a holistic, bottom-up approach to healing that honors the deep connection between your mind and body. We move beyond the "narrative" of your trauma to address the physical reality of how your body has stored those experiences. Through specialized, embodied practices, we will:
Address Physical Manifestations: Gently track and release the stored tension, chronic pain, or "freezing" responses that keep you stuck.
Facilitate Deeper Processing: By quieting the analytical mind and listening to the body’s "unspoken voice," we create space for emotional release that words alone cannot reach.
Rebuild Safety & Regulation: You will learn tangible tools to settle your nervous system, allowing you to move from a state of "reacting" to a state of resilient presence.
20 Years Experience
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Jenny Conviser
Psychologist, Psy.D, CEDS, CMPC
At Ascend, Dr. Conviser provides comprehensive care for Trauma and PTSD.
https://www.ascendchc.com
33 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wilmette, IL
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois
Trauma and PTSD
Khoshnam Abdul Hamid
Counselor/Therapist, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
A vast majority of my experience is in helping individual cope with and understand trauma and the way in which it affects them. I work with clients on processing their trauma while equipping them with skills to cope with PTSD symptoms. I use a mix of CBT and DBT skills to help build on self soothe, distress tolerance, and emotional regulation skills.
I ran a women's Trauma Intensive Outpatient Group for a few years which composed of process and skill sections.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wilmette, IL
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois
Trauma and PTSD
Alyssa Lorenzo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
I focus on the connection between trauma, chronic stress, and physical health.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wilmette, IL
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois
Trauma and PTSD
Em Shea
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Healing from trauma happens at your own pace. Through compassionate narrative storytelling and somatic techniques, we will work to reconnect brain and body, honoring your resilience while gently processing painful experiences.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wilmette, IL
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois
Trauma and PTSD
Maggie Reynolds
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, EMDR Certified, NCC
Trauma is not defined by what happened, but by the impact it has on you. It can live in both the mind and body as a wound that hasn’t fully healed, or that keeps getting reopened when something triggers memories, sensations, emotions, or protective survival responses. You may be carrying the effects of a single-event trauma, such as a car accident, assault, medical trauma, or the sudden loss of a loved one. Or you may be healing from repeated experiences over time, such as childhood abuse, emotionally abusive relationships, chronic invalidation, or long-term stress that shaped how you see yourself and relate to others.
I help adults process what happened so they can stop feeling haunted, stuck, or controlled by the past and begin living more fully and confidently in the present. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but privately struggling with anxiety, overwhelm, hypervigilance, shame, emotional numbness, or feeling “too much” and “not enough” at the same time.
In addition to talk therapy, I offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a well-researched and effective treatment for PTSD and trauma. I also integrate parts work (Internal Family Systems/ego state), attachment-focused therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and somatic and nervous system-based approaches to support deep healing and lasting change. For clients who are looking for something more transformational, I also offer Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), which can be especially helpful when you feel stuck in old patterns, disconnected from yourself, or when traditional therapy hasn’t gone far enough. My goal is to help you build self-trust, feel more grounded in your body, and move forward with clarity and strength.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wilmette, IL
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois
Trauma and PTSD
Best Therapies, Inc.
Therapist
There are three main types of trauma: Acute, Chronic, or Complex. Acute trauma results from a single incident. Chronic trauma is repeated and prolonged such as domestic violence or abuse. Complex trauma is exposure to varied and multiple traumatic events, often of an invasive, interpersonal nature. Sometimes people experience post traumatic responses to adverse childhood experiences, a single event or living as marginalized identities in our society. That is, some people experience trauma response by dealing with recurring microaggressions, discrimination, bullying from individuals, communities and macro aggressions such as systemic oppression. We need to consider the impact traumatic experiences have on our mind, body and overall experience as a human navigating uncertain and challenging times.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wilmette, IL
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois