Trauma and PTSD therapists in Rochester, New York NY
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Rochester 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
Creative Now Therapy, Cris Maria Fort Garcés
Registered Psychotherapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, Gestalt Psychotherapy Certified, Developmental Somatic Psychotherapy Certified, Hakomi Somatic Practitioner
Trauma and PTSD can linger in the body and mind, showing up as anxiety, numbness, flashbacks, or feeling disconnected from yourself. My approach to trauma and PTSD is gentle, somatic, and deeply attuned—I help clients safely process painful experiences, honor survival strategies, and gradually restore a sense of safety and trust in themselves. Through body-based therapy, creative interventions, and compassionate presence, we’ll work together to heal old wounds and reclaim your sense of wholeness and possibility.
18 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY New York (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Patricia Petrone
Registered Psychotherapist, LMHC, NCC, CMHIMP, CNC
Trauma and PTSD often be debilitating, affecting your relationships, your career, and your health. There is hope and help waiting for you! I am dedicated to helping those who are struggling to regain their lives. Call or text me today.
18 Years Experience
In-Person Near Rochester, NY
Online in Rochester, NY New York
Trauma and PTSD
A Better High,LLC
Drug and Alcohol Counselor, C.A.R.C.
Trauma changes the way people move through the world. Sometimes it looks obvious. Sometimes it shows up as anxiety, anger, numbness, isolation, addiction, or feeling constantly on edge. I work with people in a grounded, authentic way to help them make sense of what they’ve been carrying and begin reconnecting with themselves and the people around them. The goal isn’t pretending the past never happened — it’s helping you stop feeling trapped by it.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Rochester, NY
Online in Rochester, NY New York
Trauma and PTSD
Justine Astacio | Lotus Theory LLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Trauma is often held in the body as patterns of tension, reactivity, or shutdown, even when the events themselves are in the past.
Our approach focuses on helping clients safely reconnect with their bodies and process these patterns over time. By combining somatic therapy with structured support, we help clients build a greater sense of safety, stability, and control in their present-day experience.
8 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY New York
Trauma and PTSD
Francis A. Bax
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC, CASAC-Master
Dealing with symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder can be hard on the body and can be debilitating. I teach clients the importance of self-care and explore healthier lifestyle choices. Clients learn about relaxation techniques such as sensory mindfulness and awareness and deep breathing which can activate the body's relaxation response and ease symptoms of PTSD.
31 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY New York
Rochester's identity has been shaped by the legacy of companies like Kodak and Xerox — their rise defining the city's mid-20th-century prosperity and their decline leaving a post-industrial community grappling with poverty, population loss, and the psychological challenges of navigating a city in long-term contraction. The University of Rochester Medical Center provides a major institutional mental health anchor — including one of the country's leading psychiatry departments — alongside a private therapy community concentrated in Brighton, Pittsford, and the Park Avenue neighborhood. Rochester's large Black and Latino communities, concentrated in the city's urban core, experience significant mental health inequities, and culturally affirming therapists are an important but undersupplied part of the local landscape. Rochester Institute of Technology and the University of Rochester contribute academic energy to a city that holds significant intellectual capital despite its economic challenges.
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Rochester, New York Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Rochester, New York average 15 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (66%), Psychodynamic Therapy (45%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (35%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
58%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 34% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 29% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 29% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 28% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 65% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Men |
| 33% | Black / African American |
| 30% | Hispanic / Latino |