Trauma and PTSD therapists in West Falls Church, VA
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in West Falls Church, Virginia 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
Carolyn Murphy, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Counseling Psychology
I have many years of experience helping clients who have experienced physical, emotional, and/or sexual trauma, particularly in their childhood. My approach to therapy is interactive and supportive, with an overall goal of increasing self-awareness and coping skills to help promote the kind of changes that you would like to see. I believe that the quality of the therapist/client relationship is paramount to our work together, and because of this I highly encourage you to choose a therapist that feels like a "good fit" for you. I always start with an initial consultation appointment where I can learn more about your background and reasons for seeking therapy, answer any questions you may have, and then plan together from there. Starting therapy can feel daunting or overwhelming for many people, so it is important that we work at a pace that feels comfortable to you.
36 Years Experience
In-Person Near West Falls Church, VA
Online in West Falls Church, VA
PTSD/Trauma
Allison Bernardo
Pre-Licensed Professional, Resident in Counseling
Trauma can affect the way you think, feel, and relate to others long after the event has passed. Whether your trauma stems from childhood experiences, family relationships, abuse, loss, or other life events, I provide a compassionate, trauma-informed space to help you process your experiences, reduce distressing symptoms, and move toward healing at your own pace.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near West Falls Church, VA
Online in West Falls Church, VA
PTSD/Trauma
Karen Hahn, Therapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
I work with individuals who have experienced trauma or struggle with PTSD, providing a safe and supportive space to process their experiences. With specialized training in trauma-informed care, I help clients manage symptoms, build coping skills, and reclaim a sense of safety, empowerment, and healing in their lives.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near West Falls Church, VA
Online in West Falls Church, VA
PTSD/Trauma
Maria Jose Rendon
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I work with adults navigating trauma and PTSD, including the kind that doesn't always fit a single dramatic event, ongoing racialized stress, immigration-related trauma, or the accumulated weight of navigating institutions and environments not built with you in mind. My approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trained through the Beck Institute, to help process what happened and rebuild a sense of safety and stability. Many of my clients are first-generation professionals or Latinx adults for whom trauma is layered with cultural and immigration history. I offer sessions in English or Spanish.
9 Years Experience
Online in West Falls Church, VA (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Tracey Knows
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Healing from trauma and PTSD requires a compassionate, structured approach that acknowledges both emotional and physiological responses to past experiences. I provide a safe, supportive space to process trauma at a pace that feels right, using evidence-based techniques like trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and somatic awareness. By addressing triggers, regulating the nervous system, and reframing distressing memories, individuals can regain a sense of control, safety, and self-trust. My approach emphasizes resilience, emotional integration, and reclaiming a life not defined by past trauma.
10 Years Experience
Online in West Falls Church, VA (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Dr. Linda G. Ritchie, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., LPC, LMFT, Certified Hypnotherapist
If you’ve experienced trauma, you may feel like your mind and body are still reacting as if the event is happening now. You might have intrusive memories, heightened anxiety, difficulty relaxing, or feel triggered by situations that don’t seem to make sense. Even when you know you’re safe, your system may not fully believe it—leaving you feeling on edge, disconnected, or exhausted.
I help clients process and resolve trauma in a way that feels safe, structured, and effective. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we work to understand and shift the thoughts that keep you feeling stuck or overwhelmed. With clinical hypnosis, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping), and NLP, we gently access and process the emotional patterns stored at a deeper level—helping your mind and body update their response to the present. I also incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you reconnect with your life, your values, and a sense of forward movement.
What’s often missing isn’t awareness—you may already understand what happened and why it affected you. What’s missing is a way to help your nervous system fully process the experience so it no longer reacts as if you’re still in danger. Without that, the symptoms can persist, even when you’re trying to move on.
The fact that you’re here suggests you’re ready for relief. If you’re willing to approach this in a supportive and effective way, I can help you reduce triggers, feel more grounded, and regain a sense of safety, control, and peace in your life.
27 Years Experience
In-Person Near West Falls Church, VA
Online in West Falls Church, VA
PTSD/Trauma
Jordan Johnson, Creating Connection PLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC(WI), LPC(VA), LPCC(MN)
I use a CBT approach to help individuals work through unprocessed traumatic stress to find peace and hope for the future.
15 Years Experience
Online in West Falls Church, VA (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
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 West Falls Church, VA (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Monica Grey
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, LPC
Trauma can leave you feeling alert, disconnected, or stuck in painful beliefs about yourself and what happened. I provide a thoughtful and structured space to process these experiences without reducing you to a diagnosis. Using Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and other trauma-informed approaches, we work toward helping you feel more present and connected to your life.
7 Years Experience
Online in West Falls Church, VA (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Carrie Gauthier
Hypnotherapist, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, CCHt
My hypnotic formula is trauma-sensitive. I work with men and women experiencing a full spectrum of symptoms of chronic trauma and abuse. We use a variety of frameworks to process, heal and move on in life, so that you are finally comfortable in our own skin. Ultimately, we reset your nervous system, give you the tools to emotional regulation, and progam in a pathway to safety, at all times. We get there by first looking at the symptoms you are experiencing, and the associated beliefs and emotions, then reframe them with healthier and desired alternatives, while defining your new goals. We may use a hypnotic regression to allow the inner child to confront their antagonist and finally emotionally release what's been held back and suppressed for too long. Once this happens, there is a chance to forgive (if this is appropriate and/or available to you), along with a beautiful formula where we reach a core state of love, reprocess and reframe the unwanted programming, and grow the child up to a healthy and mature adult. Throughout the process, I also provide coping skills like tapping to use in the event there is a shame or trigger spiral. I train you in the breathwork technique that can change your chemical makeup from dread or fear to an elevated, inspired state. Most clients experience release and reach a state of inner peace by the third session.
2 Years Experience
Online in West Falls Church, VA (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD therapists in West Falls Church, VA Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in West Falls Church, VA average 15 years of experience and charge around $201 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (73%), Psychodynamic Therapy (35%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (35%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$201
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 73% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 35% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 28% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 27% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 26% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 47% | Senior |
| 40% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Men |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 25% | Black / African American |