Trauma and PTSD therapists in Ottawa, KS
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Ottawa, Kansas 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.
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PTSD/Trauma
Shannon Gorres
Life Coach, MDiv, MA
My understanding of trauma has shifted along with international research on why some events create lasting challenging effects for some people but not for others. Our collective awareness has gone from thinking, “What's wrong with you?” to asking, “What happened to you?” and now focusing on, “Who was there for you?”
A simple retelling of a traumatic experience does not always deeply heal the one who suffers. While it can feel good to be truly heard, especially for those who have never told it before and need real empathy, repeatedly telling the story does not often change the subconscious beliefs implanted during the trauma or the nervous system’s reactivity.
Instead, we build a new relationship with a traumatic experience by re-approaching the memory and inviting a shift. Often the shift is around “Who could have been there for you.” While in factual reality, no one may have stopped the trauma, we can access another perspective that enables our bodies, hearts, and minds to feel supported. We can do this many ways: through role play, through calling in ancestors or pop stars or our highest selves, or by letting our wise adult-self take over the situation. Or we may use drawing materials or nature to discover a new part of the experience we didn’t realize before.
I've taken many trainings in the origins and effects of trauma and PTSD, and I find working with the nervous system and imaginal realm (creative liminal space) highly effective. I'm not a licensed mental health therapist; I'm a spiritual life coach, so my work is integrative. I offer: calm spaciousness & empathy as you talk, embodied processing options (drawing, clay work, self soothing), and inner parts work (mediated inner dialogue or a “committee of voices,” similar to Soulwork or Internal Family Systems).
Then we make a plan to implement the new shift into everyday life.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ottawa, KS
Online in Ottawa, KS
PTSD/Trauma
Matthew Syzdek
Psychologist, PhD, LP, MBA
If you feel on edge, anxious, irritable, can't relax, or struggle to trust people, there is a path forward towards a more fulfilling life. Don't gamble when choosing a therapist. You deserve a psychologist who will adapt the best science to your specific needs and goals. Many therapists themselves are burned out and can't give the best care to their clients. Dr Syzdek built a small boutique practice where he limits the number of clients he treats, so he can give his clients the time, thought, and dedication that they deserve. Dr Syzdek combines compassion with the science of behavior change to help you make the the difficult decisions in life and take action, so you can live a happier life, thrive at work, love your relationships, and have fun again. Dr Syzdek treats trauma and related conditions typically using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and exposure therapies. These approaches combine mindfulness, acceptance, and cognitive strategies to help you live your life again and find relief from the the struggle.
14 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, KS
PTSD/Trauma
Emily Rowe
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced various forms of trauma, including childhood abuse, sexual trauma, religious trauma, and complex PTSD. Trauma can leave you feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed, but healing is possible. Using evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, and ACT, I help clients process painful memories, reduce distress, and build resilience. Together, we’ll work on managing the impact of trauma and reclaiming a sense of safety and control in your life.
7 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, KS
PTSD/Trauma
Peter C. Jackson, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
The effects of trauma can be isolating and deeply disorienting, often manifesting as anxiety, disconnection, or overwhelming emotional surges. My practice offers a gentle, client-centered approach to healing from trauma and PTSD. We will focus on establishing a profound sense of inner and outer safety, gradually exploring and integrating your experiences. This process cultivates self-compassion, strengthens your capacity for emotional regulation, and empowers you to restore your sense of wholeness, allowing you to live with greater freedom, connection, and well-being.
33 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, KS
PTSD/Trauma
Laura G. Kogan
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I have been working in the trauma field for many years and am certified in EMDR, IFS, and NARM - three modalities that many people have found helpful as they work to overcome the impacts/ legacy of trauma.
36 Years Experience
Online in Ottawa, KS
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Ottawa, KS Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Ottawa, KS average 16 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (73%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (43%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (33%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
30%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
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
| 73% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 33% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 28% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 27% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 25% | Integrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Senior |
| 38% | Teen |
| 14% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Men |
| 31% | Military / Veterans |
| 23% | Black / African American |