Trauma and PTSD therapists in Cary, NC
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Cary, North Carolina 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
LifeCare Counseling and Coaching
Therapist
LifeCare Counseling & Coaching provides psychotherapy, spiritual growth and relational healing for children and families who are struggling with an emotional conflict or crisis as well as individuals who want to set wise goals and enjoy the fullness of life. Certified, Christian Counselors.
33 Years Experience
In-Person Near Cary, NC
PTSD/Trauma
Christopher McDowell, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
I have extensive experience treating children, adolescents, and adults for PTSD and trauma. I performed most of this work with families in the impoverished areas of Boston while I was with The Home for Little Wanderers Counseling Center. I would estimate that over 70% of my cases, during this eight-year job, were children and adolescents who were struggling with PTSD.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Cary, NC
Online in Cary, NC
PTSD/Trauma
Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies
Psychologist, Ed.D., ABPP
I offer EMDR, hypnosis and Cognitive Behavior Therapy for the treatment of trauma. I work with fireman, police,victims of physical and sexual abuse, and individuals who have experienced serious distressing life events ranging from fears and phobias to major accidents and illnesses.
51 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Trauma is often misunderstood as something that’s “in the past”—but for many people, it’s still very present. It shows up in your body, your reactions, your relationships, and the way your nervous system responds to the world around you. You might feel on edge, shut down, easily overwhelmed, or like you’re constantly bracing for something. PTSD isn’t just about remembering what happened—it’s about how your system adapted to survive it. And those adaptations don’t just turn off because time has passed. For some, trauma can also show up as specific fears or phobias—intense, automatic responses that feel out of proportion but are deeply rooted in how your brain learned to stay safe.
At Nour Counseling, we don’t rush you to talk about things before you’re ready, and we don’t treat trauma like something to push through. We focus on safety first—helping you understand how your nervous system works and building your capacity to stay grounded. We offer S.A.F.E. EMDR (Somatic and Attachment-Focused EMDR), which is especially relevant for trauma because it prioritizes stabilization, pacing, and your body’s response—not just the memory itself. Trauma is stored in the nervous system, not just in thoughts, and this approach allows for processing that feels more contained, less overwhelming, and more attuned to your readiness.
Alongside this, we work with you to rebuild a sense of safety in your body, strengthen boundaries, and make sense of how trauma may still be shaping your patterns. We also name the cultural and systemic factors that impact how trauma is experienced and responded to, so you’re not carrying that context alone. This work is not about “getting over it”—it’s about helping your system feel safer, more regulated, and more able to move through life without constantly being pulled back into survival mode.
9 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Claire Robinson-Scalzi
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCA, NCC
Whether recent, ongoing, or long past, our brains hold onto trauma to prevent the same thing from happening again. This means your traumatic memories might pop up with even the littlest reminders or maybe you don't even know why it keeps interrupting your days. I am here to support you through the symptoms and memories of your traumatic experiences so you can leave them behind in the past where they belong.
2 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Lynette Cisneros
Counselor/Therapist, LCMHC, LMHC
I tend to treat clients presenting with unresolved trauma relating to emotional & psychological wounds (unrelated to sexual violence or military service related trauma). These wounds may be related to upbringing and messaging learned in childhood that was toxic & now must be unlearned in order to not be repeated and/or continue to cause internal distress, external anger, resentment, shame or self blame. Make no mistake the messaging we learn in youth, as we are essentially 'sponges' at that time is powerful & can be deeply impactful. Sometimes we must examine and deconstruct these messages to move forward with more presence.
25 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Jess Clodfelter
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LCMHC, LPC, NCC, CCTP-II
Not all trauma looks like one big, obvious event. A lot of the time, it’s the repeated experiences that quietly shape how you see yourself, your relationships, and what feels safe. If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly scanning for what could go wrong, shutting down when things get overwhelming, or stuck in relationship patterns you know aren’t working but can’t seem to break — that’s not random, and it’s not a personal failure. I specialize in working with complex PTSD (CPTSD) and attachment trauma, helping clients untangle patterns like hypervigilance, emotional shutdown, people-pleasing, and relationship cycles that keep repeating.
As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II), my work is grounded in understanding how trauma lives in both the mind and body — and how to shift those patterns without shaming or overwhelming you. We go at a pace that feels manageable while still creating real change, so you’re not just understanding your patterns, you’re actually starting to move differently in your life.
12 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Dr. Cierra Listermann
Psychologist, Ph.D., HSP-P
Trauma can affect the way you see yourself, relate to others, manage emotions, and experience the world around you. Whether your trauma stems from a single event or ongoing experiences, I help clients understand the lasting impact of trauma responses, process painful experiences, and challenge beliefs that may keep them feeling stuck. Therapy focuses on helping you regain a sense of safety, control, and connection with yourself.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
PTSD can affect your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and ability to feel safe even after the traumatic experience has ended. Symptoms such as intrusive memories, avoidance, hypervigilance, guilt, shame, and emotional distress are often the brain’s attempts to protect you after trauma. I specialize in evidence-based PTSD treatment to help clients process traumatic experiences, reduce the impact of symptoms, and regain a greater sense of freedom and control.
Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD)
Complex trauma often develops from repeated or ongoing experiences that impact a person’s sense of safety, identity, relationships, and emotional regulation. C-PTSD can affect how you see yourself, trust others, manage emotions, and navigate relationships. I help clients understand these patterns through a trauma-informed lens, process the impact of their experiences, and develop healthier beliefs, boundaries, and coping strategies.
9 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Barbra Rogoff
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Many believe that to experience trauma and PTSD you must have your life threatened, this is not true. A traumatic event is an incident that causes you physical, emotional, spiritual, or psychological harm, however you identify that harm. PTSD is when you experience intense, disturbing thoughts and feelings related to that trauma that lasts long after the traumatic event has ended. I provided EMDR and talk therapy to address these concerns.
19 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Brittany Washington
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFTA
I specialize in helping individuals navigate the effects of trauma and PTSD by providing a safe, compassionate space to process difficult memories and emotions. Using evidence-based approaches like trauma-focused therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness, I support clients in understanding the impact of their experiences and developing healthier coping mechanisms. Whether trauma stems from childhood, abuse, loss, or other significant life events, my goal is to help clients reclaim their sense of safety, self-worth, and empowerment, allowing them to move forward with greater resilience and healing. Together, we work to transform pain into strength and build a path toward lasting recovery.
5 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
Cary is one of the most affluent suburbs in the Research Triangle, home to a high concentration of technology and pharmaceutical workers drawn by employers like SAS Institute and the broader Research Triangle Park economy, and the city's mental health landscape is shaped by the particular stresses of high-achievement professional culture and a large transplant population navigating relocation. Common therapy concerns include anxiety, perfectionism, work-life balance, relationship difficulties, and the identity challenges of building a life in a community where many residents are far from extended family and long-term social networks. A well-developed private therapy sector serves Cary, and the proximity to Raleigh's larger market gives residents access to a wide range of specialties and modalities. The city's highly educated and professionally successful population tends toward an open and pragmatic attitude toward therapy.
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Cary, NC Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Cary, NC average 15 years of experience and charge around $201 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (34%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$201
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
39%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
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
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 30% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 27% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 26% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Senior |
| 38% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 42% | Men |
| 30% | Military / Veterans |
| 25% | Black / African American |