Trauma and PTSD therapists in Paterson, NJ
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Paterson, New Jersey 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
Dr. Mike Abrams
Psychologist, PhD, MBA, ABPP
Like most of my specialty areas, I have thorough experience in successfully treating traumatic conditions. I am skilled and have taught at NYU all evidence-based treatments for trauma. I have helped people with combat trauma, rape trauma, and even micro trauma. In addition, I have also researched and provided new findings on the relationship between abuse and trauma.
39 Years Experience
In-Person Near Paterson, NJ
Online in Paterson, NJ
PTSD/Trauma
Insight Psychological Group
Psychologist, Psy.D.s, LCSWs, LPCs, LCADCs...
Many of our practitioners have specialized training in Trauma and treatment of PTSD. No two people's traumas are alike, and the effects of chronic trauma or Trauma differ from client to client. A helpful therapist will be very patient in letting the client safely, gradually immerse themselves in their memories, and build the strength to process the trauma and ultimately figure out how to become stronger as a result. Some clinicians are also specially trained in EMDR which is often the treatment of choice for clients with a significant trauma history.
29 Years Experience
In-Person Near Paterson, NJ
Online in Paterson, NJ
PTSD/Trauma
Elana Blumenthal
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PsyA
I work with clients on some of their traumatic histories, memories, their strength and survival and what continues to come up for them. If a client wishes some more specialized treatment such as EMDR I can always refer them to someone and/or work in conjunction with another specialist.
27 Years Experience
In-Person Near Paterson, NJ
Online in Paterson, NJ
PTSD/Trauma
Therapy With You
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
We provide treatment for a wide range of mental health concerns, tailoring care to each individual’s unique needs and experiences.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Paterson, NJ
Online in Paterson, NJ
PTSD/Trauma
Lauren Bradley
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I specialize in working with individuals impacted by trauma and stress-related experiences. Treatment focuses on processing past experiences, improving emotional regulation, and reducing symptoms such as anxiety, avoidance, and reactivity. My approach integrates evidence-based techniques within a supportive, client-centered framework.
10 Years Experience
Online in Paterson, NJ (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Cara Capasso-Murray, Nourishing Hope Psychotherapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, NCC
I am a trauma informed therapist that works with clients to understand the physical and emotion symptoms of trauma and how it effects their lives. I have work with clients to develop skills and tools to use when their trauma responses are activated.
6 Years Experience
Online in Paterson, NJ (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Lenny Gallo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Trauma isn’t just about what happened—it’s about how your nervous system responded. When trauma remains unresolved, it can show up as anxiety, shame, anger, numbness, flashbacks, sleep disturbance, relationship struggles, or chronic tension. Even long after the event is over, your body may still feel stuck in survival mode.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful, evidence-based therapy that helps your brain process traumatic experiences so they no longer carry the same emotional intensity. Rather than reliving the past, EMDR helps your system integrate it—so it stops disrupting your present.
Healing doesn’t mean forgetting. It means loosening trauma’s grip so you can feel safer, more grounded, and more like yourself again.
When appropriate, we may integrate other approaches such as IFS or talk therapy—but EMDR is often the foundation of trauma treatment in my practice.
13 Years Experience
Online in Paterson, NJ (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Total Wellness Center
Treatment Center, We have LCSWs and LPCs providing various talk therapies. It's key to find a provider who fits your unique needs.
Trauma & PTSD: Our trauma-focused therapy provides a safe space to process past experiences, reduce symptoms, & reclaim control over life.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Paterson, NJ
Online in Paterson, NJ
PTSD/Trauma
Inspired Hope Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Trauma can affect how you think, feel, and interact with the world long after a difficult experience has ended. Whether you have experienced childhood trauma, abuse, loss, violence, a traumatic event, or symptoms of PTSD, healing is possible. I provide a safe, compassionate environment where we can process painful experiences, develop coping strategies, build resilience, and work toward lasting emotional healing using evidence-based trauma-informed approaches.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Paterson, NJ
Online in Paterson, NJ
PTSD/Trauma
Eve Picower
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
If you have experienced a trauma, you may see yourself, others, and the world differently, and it may be difficult to trust and feel safe again. If we work together, I would hope to help you understand how the trauma has affected you, and to move forward in your life in a way that feels safe and satisfying.
30 Years Experience
In-Person Near Paterson, NJ
Online in Paterson, NJ
Paterson is one of New Jersey's largest and most ethnically diverse cities, a former industrial hub whose silk-milling heritage has given way to a dense and vibrant immigrant community spanning Dominican, Puerto Rican, Colombian, Bangladeshi, and Middle Eastern populations, with mental health needs that are correspondingly multilingual and cross-cultural. The city has a high poverty rate and limited private therapy infrastructure, and the demand for multilingual, culturally competent care—particularly in Spanish and Arabic—significantly outpaces the available supply. St. Joseph's University Medical Center in Paterson provides behavioral health services, and community organizations supplement what is a largely under-resourced formal mental health system. Common therapy concerns include immigration and refugee trauma, family stress, anxiety, depression, and the challenges of maintaining cultural identity and community cohesion across generations in a rapidly changing urban landscape.
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Paterson, NJ Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Paterson, NJ average 16 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (75%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (41%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (37%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 75% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 29% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 29% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 28% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Men |
| 29% | Black / African American |
| 27% | Hispanic / Latino |