Trauma and PTSD therapists in Gahanna, OH
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Gahanna, Ohio 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.
Imagine Recovery Counseling LLC (Kristen Gidel Kelly)
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC-S, LICDC, CTTS, Certified EMDR Therapist and Consultant
Imagine Recovery Counseling prioritizes trauma and somatic healing for mental health, substance use, and behavioral concerns. We serve adults and couples age 18+ and specialize in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Couples counseling services to address trauma related issues. We welcome clients with a variety of MH issues and strive to serve as an ally to unserved populations (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, Military and First Responders, and Neurodivergent). Email us directly and we will respond within 24 hours! I post weekly on Wed with the current status of our waitlist and who is taking clients. No wait right now!
Our therapists are trained in trauma informed care protocols, including EMDR, Parts work (IFS/Ego State), DBT skills, iREST, Somatic Experiencing, ACT and CBT. Kristen also provides EMDR Consultation and Supervision for Counselors. Chris, Sarah, Polly, Linda, and Jessica are accepting clients! We operate off a short waiting list for the rest of the team.
We are competent. We believe you. We know what to do. We got you. We are mindful of our space and strive to provide trauma informed care. Our providers have lived experience and the knowledge to help. You have spent your whole life surviving; it's time to thrive and life the life you want to live. In person or virtual. Daytime and evening hours.
19 Years Experience
In-Person Near Gahanna, OH
Online in Gahanna, OH
Christina Hall
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LISW-S
I specialize in helping those who have gone through traumatic events, including sexual abuse, domestic violence, and oncology (cancer). It is an honor to be part of their journey and witness their strength.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Gahanna, OH
Online in Gahanna, OH
The Empowering Space PLLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Healing from Trauma & PTSD with Compassion and Support
Trauma can leave lasting emotional and physical effects, making it difficult to feel safe, trust others, or move forward. At The Empowering Space, we provide trauma-informed therapy to help individuals work through past experiences, PTSD symptoms, and emotional triggers in a safe and supportive environment.
Using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and mindfulness techniques, we help you process painful memories, regain a sense of control, and develop healthy coping strategies. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to go through it alone.
Your past does not define you. Let’s take the next step toward healing and empowerment together.
7 Years Experience
Online in Gahanna, OH (Online Only)
Trauma Therapy Company Ohio
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
When the past does not want to stay in the past and it feels like the same crap that happened to you in your childhood are still going on today. You may want the pain to end and try to pretend like it did not happen. You could be throwing yourself into family, work or relationships, trying to keep yourself busy so you do not have to think about it. This can cause anxiety and pressure that exhausts you till you crash or sink into depression. Between your life and mind, you may not even know how to calm down or think you don’t deserve it. Over time you may feel like you’re running on a hamster wheel and although around people and family, feel all alone. Your body is a stranger and your mind is the enemy.
Most therapies try to change how you think so that you won’t feel so anxious or depressed anymore. When I was learning these techniques, it didn’t seem to fit for me because I believe it, so how are they going to change it. It really seems like “fake it till you make it.” As a client in treatment, it made me feel like I was invalidated. For example, I don’t feel safe because of what happened to me and you’re telling me that I should feel safe and I should tell myself that I feel safe even though I’m not. That was not going to work for me and probably not you either.
EMDR is a different kind of therapy where the experiences that you have had take the spotlight. The things that we’ve been through create how we see everything else. I feel unsafe because I’ve been through things that hurt me. So we look at those times that you have been hurt and use the whole body to digest these memories so that they feel like they’re no longer happening right now
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Gahanna, OH
Online in Gahanna, OH
Olena Miller
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LPCC, LMHC, LPC, LCMHC
Trauma can continue to affect you long after the experience itself is over. You may find yourself feeling stuck, on edge, disconnected, or struggling with patterns that seem difficult to change. I specialize in working with trauma and PTSD and have been trained in EMDR since 2018. I use EMDR frequently because I’ve seen how effective it can be in helping clients process difficult experiences and reduce the impact they continue to have on their lives. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space to work through these experiences at a pace that feels manageable for you.
8 Years Experience
Online in Gahanna, OH (Online Only)
Veena Tripathi Ahuja, MD
Psychiatrist, M.D.
Dr. Ahuja has extensive experience in diagnosis and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults with a history of trauma and/or PTSD.
18 Years Experience
Online in Gahanna, OH (Online Only)
Levana Slabodnick
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LISW-S, LCSW
Anyone who has experienced trauma knows that it isn't something you just "get over". Trauma impacts our nervous system, relationships and decision making. This is especially true for people who experienced complex or developmental trauma in their childhood through emotional, physical, sexual, spiritual or financial abuse as well as neglect. It can take decades to undo the damage done and learn what we were supposed to learn as childhood in our adulthood. The time and effort is ALWAYS worth it!
27 Years Experience
Online in Gahanna, OH (Online Only)
Proncée Matthews
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW,LISW-S,EMDR Certified Therapist, RPT
EMDR is a type of treatment designed to heal trauma.
9 Years Experience
Online in Gahanna, OH (Online Only)
Paul Culbertson
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC
It is easier to get PTSD than many realize. Most of the time, PTSD occurs from chronic abuse in one's childhood home.
8 Years Experience
Online in Gahanna, OH (Online Only)
Madison Marcotte
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LICSW
Trained in Trauma-Focused CBT and providing trauma-informed care.
10 Years Experience
Online in Gahanna, OH (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Gahanna, OH Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Gahanna, OH average 15 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (40%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (32%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
30%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 32% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 31% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 28% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 27% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 26% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Men |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 23% | Black / African American |