Trauma and PTSD therapists in Portsmouth, Virginia VA
Portsmouth Therapists (Statistics)
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$193
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
|
| 30% |
Male |
|
| 3% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
|
Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 43% |
Online Only |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 78% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 29% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 29% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 29% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Portsmouth 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
Alabaster Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Trauma has a way of living in the body and the mind long after the event itself has passed, and for many girls and women, it can quietly shape the way they see themselves, their relationships, and the world around them without them even realizing it. At Alabaster Counseling, we provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy for girls and women who are carrying the weight of trauma and PTSD, whether it stems from childhood experiences, abuse, loss, assault, or any other painful chapter of your story. We understand that talking about trauma takes tremendous courage, and we will always move at your pace, honoring your boundaries and your process every step of the way. Our goal is to help you feel safe, understood, and empowered as you work through what you have experienced and begin to reclaim the sense of peace, wholeness, and freedom that is rightfully yours.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Portsmouth, VA 23704
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia
Trauma and PTSD
Shay Malone
Pre-Licensed Professional, Ed.S., Resident in Counseling
I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing the ongoing effects of childhood abuse and neglect. This includes emotional neglect as well, which is often a surprise for clients who remember their home as a happy place. Chronic childhood stress is one of the most common causes of anxiety and depression, as well as autoimmune disorders. Adults who had chronic childhood stress are also far more likely to end up in emotionally unsafe relationships.
1 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Rivers of Hope Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
We provide support for individuals who have experienced trauma or are struggling with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Our recommended therapists offer trauma-informed care to help clients safely process painful experiences, reduce symptoms such as flashbacks and anxiety, and rebuild a sense of safety and control. Through compassionate and evidence-based approaches, we help clients move toward healing, resilience, and emotional stability.
Recommended therapists: Jamelia Branch, Andrea Gross, Willie Artis, Bria Young-Josephs, Megan Evans, Caitlin Duble, Jocelyn Cleveland, Shannah James, Katrina Williams, Yamilet Cardenas, Lea Harkless, Tara Johnson, Jessica Holesko, Ebone Brogdon, Beth Boothe, Jasper Boomer
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Portsmouth, VA
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia
Trauma and PTSD
Kelsey Ellis
Psychologist, Ph.D., LCP
Trauma can continue to shape how you feel, respond, and relate long after the original experience has passed. It may show up as hypervigilance, emotional numbing, reactivity, or a persistent sense of being on edge. Many women find themselves trying to function while their nervous system remains stuck in protective patterns. In our work together, we focus on understanding these responses, gently increasing your sense of safety and regulation, and building new ways of relating to yourself and others that are not defined by past experiences.
2 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Mae Winters
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Trauma can have lasting effects on the nervous system, emotions, and relationships, even long after the event has passed. Symptoms of trauma and PTSD may include hypervigilance, emotional numbness, intrusive memories, avoidance, difficulty trusting others, or feeling disconnected from oneself. These responses are not signs of weakness—they are adaptive reactions to overwhelming experiences.
I work with adults impacted by trauma and PTSD to help restore a sense of safety, stability, and control. Therapy focuses on nervous system regulation, emotional processing, and understanding how trauma responses show up in daily life and relationships. Treatment is paced carefully and collaboratively, with an emphasis on building resources and resilience before moving into deeper processing.
My approach is trauma-informed, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based care. The goal of therapy is not to erase the past, but to help clients feel less controlled by trauma responses and more connected, empowered, and present in their lives.
9 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Kevin Childs
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Traumas large and small have the potential to live in our minds and bodies for a lifetime. We want to free ourselves from the burden of those experiences. Therapy is a key factor in addressing the issue of trauma. We approach it from a variety of angles and help our people live free from fears of the past.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near Portsmouth, VA
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Benita Thornhill
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, E-RYT500
With a trauma-informed approach, Dr. Thornhill has extensive experience and specialized training dedicated to recognizing the impact of past experiences on current well-being. She is committed to providing a safe and empowering space for clients to navigate their healing journey.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Portsmouth, VA
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia
Trauma and PTSD
Lisa Panelo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MS, LCSW, CTMH
Trauma and PTSD can leave lasting effects - impacting your thoughts, emotions, and sense of safety. Therapy provides a supportive space to process these experiences at your own pace and begin understanding their impact on your life. Together, we’ll work on coping strategies, healing from trauma, and reclaiming a sense of safety, stability, and hope for the future.
19 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Andrea Kamins
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW, MSW
My work is informed by my training in various trauma-informed approaches including Internal Family Systems, sensorimotor psychotherapy, and other somatic (mind-body) therapies.
10 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
MindOverHealing Therapies
Hypnotherapist, CHt
Hypnotherapy can be instrumental in addressing trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Trauma often leaves deep emotional scars that manifest as anxiety, flashbacks, nightmares, and heightened stress responses. Traditional therapeutic approaches may not always reach these deeply embedded issues, but hypnotherapy offers a unique avenue to access and heal the subconscious mind where trauma is often stored. Furthermore, hypnotherapy can help individuals build positive coping mechanisms and resilience. Techniques such as guided imagery and positive suggestion can instill a sense of safety and empowerment, replacing the negative emotions tied to traumatic events.
3 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, VA Virginia (Online Only)