Trauma and PTSD therapists in Wheaton, MD
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Wheaton, Maryland 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.
Alison Huang - Grow Your Mind Psychotherapy
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
"Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom." We can't change what happened to us, but we can change how we respond to trauma. I am a trauma-informed therapist who specialized in treating people with trauma history. I was trained in strengths-based trauma recovery and somatic experiencing to help clients release their traumatic responses, regulate their physical responses, and connect their body and mind.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wheaton, MD
Online in Wheaton, MD
Sandra Lashley
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I have experience and training working with trauma, both what we call call big T and what we call little t. Trauma in general can overwhelm coping skills and can affect all levels of the body: Cognitive, psychological, emotional and physical functioning. The best and most effective trauma work is slow work, that rests on a foundation of safety and trust and I do believe that it is vitally important to not become retraumatized in therapy. This is careful, thoughtful work and like all therapy, each person's experience is unique and must be respected and integrated into each individual's own goals, temperament, coping skills and strengths.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wheaton, MD
Online in Wheaton, MD
Aysha Wells
Counselor/Therapist, LGPC
Trauma can affect how you see yourself, relate to others, and experience safety in your everyday life. I provide a compassionate, supportive space for clients processing difficult or overwhelming experiences and navigating symptoms such as anxiety, hypervigilance, avoidance, emotional numbness, or feeling disconnected. Our work focuses on building safety and trust, understanding how trauma may be impacting you today, and developing healthy coping and grounding strategies at a pace that feels manageable. My goal is to support you in reconnecting with yourself, strengthening your sense of safety, and moving forward with greater self-compassion and confidence.
3 Years Experience
Online in Wheaton, MD (Online Only)
Dr. Fatuma Dzilala
Psychologist, PsyD
Difficult or traumatic experiences can continue to influence how we think, feel, and relate to ourselves and others long after they've occurred. I provide a compassionate, supportive space to process these experiences at your own pace, better understand their impact, and work toward healing and emotional well-being.
8 Years Experience
Online in Wheaton, MD (Online Only)
Aysha DeSilva
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I specialize in trauma and PTSD, using EMDR to help clients manage symptoms like unwanted thoughts, flashbacks, feeling emotionally numb, avoiding reminders of the trauma, being overly alert, and having trouble in relationships. Overall, EMDR can helps clients work through traumatic memories, reduce emotional and physical effects, and improve quality of life.
4 Years Experience
Online in Wheaton, MD (Online Only)
Denise Jones
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW, LCSW-C
As a Certified EMDR Therapist and an Approved EMDRIA consultant, the bulk of my clients come to me for trauma, PTSD, or Complex PTSD (sometimes known as developmental trauma). A common myth about EMDR is that it re-traumatizes the client, but when it's done properly that's not true. Trauma victims who receive any kind of therapy (not just EMDR!) need and deserve to be attended to slowly and listened to with profound sensitivity to their lived experience in order to bring them relief without re-traumatization. In addition to being an EMDR therapist, I am a trauma-informed practitioner who understands the importance of using the relational aspects of EMDR to help clients move through and process their trauma while feeling protected and safe.
15 Years Experience
Online in Wheaton, MD (Online Only)
Shelby Willoughby
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMSW
In my practice, I leverage my expertise in trauma-focused therapy to address trauma and PTSD with compassion and sensitivity. Drawing from evidence-based interventions, I guide clients through processing traumatic experiences and building resilience. Through a collaborative and client-centered approach, I support individuals in navigating their healing journey, empowering them to reclaim control over their lives and find peace beyond their trauma.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wheaton, MD
Online in Wheaton, MD
Taylor Allie
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
You are not the experiences you've encountered, but sometimes it doesn't feel that way. I employ IFS techniques to help you better understand and compassionately reshape your relationship to each of the parts of you that make up the whole of who you are, including those intertwined with core memories that still elicit feelings of grief, resentment, or frustration.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wheaton, MD
Online in Wheaton, MD
Jeremy Brown
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
I am trained in EMDR and experienced processing trauma. We will work together to alleviate symptoms of PTSD, depression and anxiety so you can get back to feeling like yourself.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wheaton, MD
Online in Wheaton, MD
Daniel McNulty
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMSW
It is my goal to cultivate our relationship by providing a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where you can feel understood and heard. To find the method that works best for each individual client struggling with a history of trauma, I draw from psychodynamic, humanistic, and existential perspectives. Additionally, I incorporate a variety of modalities into my work with clients including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wheaton, MD
Online in Wheaton, MD
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Wheaton, MD Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Wheaton, MD average 16 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (73%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (38%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (34%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
34%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 41% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 73% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 38% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 31% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 28% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 28% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 27% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 40% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 53% | Women |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 34% | Men |
| 26% | Military / Veterans |
| 25% | Black / African American |