Trauma and PTSD therapists in Wilmington, NC
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Wilmington, 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
Kelli Hall
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Trauma is relative to the individual. Many clients come in not even realizing that what they’re experiencing is connected to earlier wounding—and that awareness alone can be a powerful starting point.
I work with both what is often referred to as “little t” trauma—ongoing relational wounding—and “Big T” trauma, such as abuse, neglect, loss, or other significant life events. Whether these experiences are obvious or more subtle, they can shape how you see yourself, relate to others, and respond to stress.
Many of the challenges clients face—such as difficulty setting boundaries, emotional overwhelm, or feeling stuck in patterns that don’t seem to change—are often rooted in these earlier experiences.
Our work focuses on helping you understand these patterns with greater clarity while also developing the ability to regulate your nervous system. I incorporate both insight-based and somatic approaches to support you in creating new, more grounded and adaptive ways of responding.
The goal is not just to cope—but to move toward a greater sense of freedom, stability, and self-trust.
13 Years Experience
Online in Wilmington, NC (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Tal Brafford
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC-A
Trauma can come from both terrible events we've lived through and experiences we missed out on. Trauma is complex. I aim to help clients have experiences that lead them back to their bodies through somatic and relational safety. Trauma work happens when you are ready and at a pace that feels safe to you.
0 Years Experience
Online in Wilmington, NC
PTSD/Trauma
Edmund Buckman
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
When working with trauma and PTSD, I offer a trauma-informed, steady approach that prioritizes safety, control, and pacing. We process painful experiences without re-traumatization and build tools for grounding, regulation, and emotional processing. My goal is to help you reclaim a sense of safety, strength, and self-trust.
7 Years Experience
Online in Wilmington, NC
PTSD/Trauma
Dr. Jillian Mahatha
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Ph.D., LCMHC, NCC, ACS, CCTP
I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma or are navigating the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). I provide a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to help clients process their experiences, develop healthy coping strategies, build resilience, and work toward healing and emotional well-being. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
14 Years Experience
Online in Wilmington, NC (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Sarah J Thompson
Counselor/Therapist, MEd, LPC, LCMHC
Most people will experience trauma in their lifetime whether it’s a car accident, abuse or neglect, the sudden death of a loved one, a violent criminal act, exposure to the violence of war, or a natural disaster.
While many people can recover from trauma over time with the love and support of family and friends and bounce back with resiliency, others may discover effects of lasting trauma, which can cause a person to live with deep emotional pain, fear, confusion, or post-traumatic stress far after the event has passed.
In these circumstances, the support, guidance, and assistance of a therapist is fundamental to healing from trauma.
Trauma Symptoms
According to the four types of symptoms listed in the DSM-5
Avoidance Symptoms
Avoiding specific locations, sights, situations, and sounds that serve as reminders of the event
Anxiety, depression, numbness, or guilt
Re-experiencing Symptoms
Intrusive thoughts, nightmares or flashbacks
Hyperarousal Symptoms
Anger, irritability, and hypervigilance
Aggressive, reckless behavior, including self-harm
Sleep disturbances
Negative Mood and Cognition Symptoms
Loss of interest in activities that were once considered enjoyable
Difficulty remembering details of the distressing event
Change in habits or behavior since the trauma
Research has proven psychotherapy to be the most effective form of treatment for trauma. Most commonly, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) are used in treating trauma.
If you or someone you know matches the trauma symptoms listed above, I am confident that I can help and invite you to contact me today for a free consultation.
17 Years Experience
Online in Wilmington, NC
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Wilmington, NC Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Wilmington, NC average 15 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (69%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (31%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
35%
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 |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 69% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 31% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 29% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 27% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 26% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 26% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Men |
| 31% | Military / Veterans |
| 24% | Black / African American |