Trauma and PTSD therapists in Dallas, Texas TX
Trauma and PTSD
Elizabeth Starnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, ATR, REAT
Trauma impacts every area of our lives - how we see ourselves, others and the world. It can destroy our sense of safety, trust, esteem, intimacy, and power/control. We create stories that are untrue and cause ourselves pain. I enjoy adding Expressive Arts Therapy to Cognitive Processing Therapy. Expressive arts can be a way to express oneself non-verbally which has helped many clients access their connection to their body and emotions. Trauma creates a disconnect from the mind and body. Almost as if we become a floating head. I have witnessed several clients reconnect to their feelings and body through keeping an art journal and sharing in session. In addition, overtime they were able to access their own insight and inner wisdom. Working on trauma is scary for many people. There is no pressure to follow a prescribed course or use art. I understand how difficult it is to share the story and trust a new therapist. I work at a client's comfort level and pace.
9 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Bill Hoekstra
Psychologist, Psy.D., LP DBSM
Have you experienced a traumatic event that continues to impact your daily life, causing anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or panic attacks? I have over 24 years of experience and specialized training to help individuals overcome emotional challenges stemming from past adverse experiences.
I specialize in supporting individuals struggling with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), trauma-related anxiety, panic responses, as well as intrusive thoughts and memories.
I utilize various evidence-based approaches, including CBT, A.R.T., and EMDR, tailored to your unique needs, to help you reduce distress and emotional reactivity; process and heal from trauma; and develop coping skills to equip yourself with tools to manage triggers and build resilience.
If you're ready to begin healing and move towards a life with greater peace and resilience, reach out to me today for a free consultation.
26 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Ashley Ray
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-S, CCTP, TIYT
It's not your fault! That overwhelming feeling that you just want to crawl out of your skin... The challenges you experience communicating and socializing with others... Your thoughts racing and feeling stuck in the past... Feeling emotionally overwhelmed by the smallest of things... Not being able to sleep at night. None of it's your fault.
I specialize in helping men and women heal from their traumatic past... and guess what! I'm not going to make you talk about it... definitely not at first... and maybe never. The first thing we are going to do is get clear on your symptoms and triggers and work together to help you rewire your trauma-response so that you can feel at peace, calm and happy again. First, I help you to understand what's happening with your nervous system, and then we utilize holistic evidence-based somatic and CBT techniques to bring your body, mind and emotions back into balance. Then, once you feel strong, steady and an ability to achieve calm whenever you like, and if you like, we can revisit the past. Don't worry, the past is not where we start. We start in the present. We help you feel safe so that you are no longer afraid of falling apart.
Give me a call. I offer a free 20 minute phone consultation!
16 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Randy Gibson
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LPC, CET
I offer cognitive-behavioral therapy to help you make your own positive life decisions. Through sharing ideas in a caring, respectful relationship, you are actively involved in decision-making throughout the therapy process. My role is to provide a supportive and trusting environment.
29 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Priya Patel
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
We live in a fast-paced environment under pressure to succeed and keep up. As we enter each transition, we embody different roles from parenthood, sibling, caretaker, employee and the list goes on. Life quickly becomes busy with many stressors, challenges and endless to-do lists. We quickly become our own self-critic.
I bring an empathetic and safe environment where together, you and I create the real meaning behind your symptoms and begin to create a road map to achieve the healing you are striving for. You will learn many tools, among learning how to practice self-compassion, especially during these times! We will work together to reframe thinking and reactions and explore tools to better cope with life’s challenges. I specialize in helping dealing with:
Life transitions
Anxiety
Depression
Childhood PTSD
Relationship issues
Feeling lost
Grief + Loss
10 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Mike Jeffcoat
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I can guide the client to better understanding of their PETS: physical response, emotional response, and thoughts by exploring the triggers and learning to manage our responses to perceived threat. Once healing has started, we can explore spirituality and how it can be a tool for recovery into true inner peace and self-empowerment. To that purpose, I use positive psychology, integrative holistic theories and practices, meditation, and breathwork so that my clients can experience a fulfilling life and become the authentic person they've wanted to be.
12 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Ryan Holliman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
You don’t talk much about that day, but it still upsets you. That traumatic experience has infected all the other parts of your life. You find yourself avoiding situations and people that remind you of it. It’s getting to the point that your spending most of your life avoiding things. And that memory hurts. Sometimes you feel like your broken, and wonder if your life will ever feel “normal” again. You’ve tried to talk to family, but they can’t do much more than lend a sympathetic ear. And you’ve been to therapy, but you just talked about the trauma over and over, and that didn’t really seem to help anything. So is this it?
When I work with clients struggling with trauma I use an intervention called Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). While I could tell you all the neuroscience, what really happens in EMDR is we drain all of the emotions from your traumatic memory and install a positive belief about yourself.
Through EMDR we help you finally recover from the past. You can discard the negative beliefs about yourself that traumatic experience made you believe, and you can recapture a healthy and positive life. You need a trusted guide to help you through your trauma, and I can help. Call today to schedule a free initial 15 minute consultation.
19 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Sarah Gates
Counselor/Therapist, LMSW
I bring mind-body techniques into our sessions in order to help you heal and feel like a fully integrated individual.
6 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Erica Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
While you've healed some of the wounds of the past and have been to therapy before, you still struggle in some areas of your life. Mostly you struggle with feelings of shame and doubt that creep in and lead to feelings of worthlessness. You find yourself struggling to own your worth and allow others to treat less than you know you deserve. Despite that, you desperately want to feel loved and accepted so the cycle continues. I can help you learn to heal from the past so it stops holding you back. Schedule a free consultation to get started.
8 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Kailynn Klepfer
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-S, CCTP
I obtained my certification in treating trauma last year. I focus on how the traumatic experience (or experiences) are affecting you now and decreasing those symptoms. I was trained to not retraumatize clients so I do not not need detail of events in order to effectively treat your current symptoms. I help my clients reach their goals in treating symptoms of traumatic experiences through a variety of approaches, including CBT, psychoeducation around nervous system, inner child work, sensorimotor techniques, narrative therapy, and creative arts. Many of my current clients are struggling with Complex-PTSD and insecure attachment styles.
6 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Jamie Heavey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR
Trauma and PTSD can have a significant impact on an individual's mental health, relationships, and overall quality of life. If you or a loved one has experienced trauma, know that you are not alone. At my counseling practice, I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma and are struggling with symptoms of PTSD.
My approach to trauma and PTSD is grounded in evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Through these modalities, I provide a safe and supportive space for clients to process their traumatic experiences, gain a deeper understanding of their symptoms, and develop coping strategies for managing symptoms in everyday life.
I understand that trauma can impact every area of a person's life, and I work collaboratively with clients to address their unique needs and goals. Whether you are struggling with flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, or avoidance behaviors, I am here to support you on your journey towards healing and recovery.
If you or a loved one is struggling with trauma or PTSD, I encourage you to reach out for help. Together, we can work towards a brighter future and a renewed sense of hope and empowerment.
19 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Jarrett Langfitt
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CADC
Trauma can leave a psychological wound that impacts every aspect of life. Much like physical wounds, psychological injuries sometimes require treatment and attention in order to heal. When psychological injuries from trauma are ignored or left untreated, the symptoms can persist, or worse, they can intensify. Sometimes trauma symptoms stem from is a single event, and sometimes they are the result of a series of events that occurs over a long period of time. If you are having mental, emotional, or spiritual difficulties in the aftermath of traumatic experience(s), you may benefit from specialized trauma-focused treatment. Trauma therapy offers a safe space for survivors to process their experiences, confront painful memories, and rebuild a sense of agency and control over their lives.
If you are struggling with the impact of trauma, please reach out to me today to discuss how therapy can help you take back your life.
6 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Ashley Evans
Counselor/Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Personal Coach
I work with clients recovering from trauma, whether it is something recent or from long ago. Trauma can leave a long lasting stain on our thoughts and behaviors which shapes our unconscious behaviors. This can have a disturbing impact on our current day relationships as we react when we are unknowingly triggered. Your time with me is your safe, confidential space to release the stranglehold past hurts have had on your life.
7 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Matthew Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCC, LPC
"Trauma is Trauma!" It is a belief that the client is the one that gets to define the situations that they feel have been impactful and have changed the course of their life. Using Trauma Focused-CBT, we will work side by side in helping to go through the trauma in a narrative fashion. This will be done only after building trust and using psychoeducation for a more thorough understanding of the impacts on trauma no matter what age it has occurred. It takes time to heal, but these are things that happened and do not have to hold you back anymore. Let's start the process of healing for you.
9 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Natasha Shukla
Psychologist, PhD., LPC
Experiencing relational trauma can be incredibly challenging, and the wounds it leaves can affect every aspect of your life. In therapy, I'm here to offer a helping hand to individuals seeking healing from relational trauma. We'll create a safe and understanding space where you can process the pain and confusion caused by past experiences. Together, we'll explore how these traumas have impacted you and work on building resilience, self-compassion, and healthier ways of connecting with others. Healing is a personal journey, and I'm here to walk alongside you, offering support and guidance as you rediscover a sense of safety, trust, and meaningful connections in your life. Your path to healing begins here.
13 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Cara Waters
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-Associate (Supervised by Daniel Gowan, LPC-S)
I am trained in EMDR, an evidence-based treatment for trauma. My purpose is to help others transform their lives by discovering different perspectives on old hurts, to develop new ways to face and cope with existing challenges, and to assist in navigating your way towards a brighter future. I am best suited to address areas of childhood trauma, depression, anxiety and how it affects your relationship with self and others.
3 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Dennis Patrick Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Ok now...This is my passion for helping anyone with past or current trauma of any sort. I have spent enormous amounts to
become very well trained, equipped, and experienced...including CBT & EMDR (Basic & Advanced). Contact me personally for a free 15min phone consultation to better determine if this is a good fit for you.
5 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Dylan Inserra
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC-A, MA, EMDR-T
I am EMDR trained and use EMDR to help people process and work through their trauma.
2 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Emily Sledge
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMSW
My clients will learn to become aware of their physical, emotional, and thought behaviors in order to manage their responses
to triggers from past trauma and perceived threat. Once the healing has begun, we can explore spirituality and how it can be incorporated in order for the client to experience a fulfilling life wholeheartedly. To that purpose, I use Eastern and Western practices to assist in the healing process including CBT, DBT, and ACT as well as meditation, breathwork, and yoga.
5 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Sarah Epstein
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Using EMDR, I help clients process traumatic memories and come out the other side.
8 Years Experience