Trauma and PTSD therapists in Elkins, WV
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Elkins, West 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.
Shannon Gorres
Life Coach, MDiv, MA
My understanding of trauma has shifted along with international research on why some events create lasting challenging effects for some people but not for others. Our collective awareness has gone from thinking, “What's wrong with you?” to asking, “What happened to you?” and now focusing on, “Who was there for you?”
A simple retelling of a traumatic experience does not always deeply heal the one who suffers. While it can feel good to be truly heard, especially for those who have never told it before and need real empathy, repeatedly telling the story does not often change the subconscious beliefs implanted during the trauma or the nervous system’s reactivity.
Instead, we build a new relationship with a traumatic experience by re-approaching the memory and inviting a shift. Often the shift is around “Who could have been there for you.” While in factual reality, no one may have stopped the trauma, we can access another perspective that enables our bodies, hearts, and minds to feel supported. We can do this many ways: through role play, through calling in ancestors or pop stars or our highest selves, or by letting our wise adult-self take over the situation. Or we may use drawing materials or nature to discover a new part of the experience we didn’t realize before.
I've taken many trainings in the origins and effects of trauma and PTSD, and I find working with the nervous system and imaginal realm (creative liminal space) highly effective. I'm not a licensed mental health therapist; I'm a spiritual life coach, so my work is integrative. I offer: calm spaciousness & empathy as you talk, embodied processing options (drawing, clay work, self soothing), and inner parts work (mediated inner dialogue or a “committee of voices,” similar to Soulwork or Internal Family Systems).
Then we make a plan to implement the new shift into everyday life.
11 Years Experience
Online in Elkins, WV
Renee Woodall
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Trauma can leave you feeling stuck, on edge, or disconnected from yourself and others. Even experiences from years ago can continue to affect your emotions, relationships, and sense of safety. Using EMDR and a warm, steady approach, I help clients process painful memories and reduce the emotional intensity of the past so you can feel more settled, supported, and present in your life today.
27 Years Experience
Online in Elkins, WV
Amanda Cummings Brandenburg
Psychologist, PhD
Many of my clients come with trauma histories and are looking to better understand how trauma has affected their experiences, especially relationship experiences. I work to help clients understand how trauma affects the brain and body using polyvagal and somatic therapies. I specialize in interpersonal trauma as well as a chronic stress and complex trauma.
11 Years Experience
Online in Elkins, WV
Mary Knoblock, DNH
Hypnotherapist, DNH, RTT Practitioner, Hypnotist, Holistic Naturopath Practitioner, Spiritual Counselor
I have experience working with a lot of people who experienced trauma and PTSD. Either using the emotion code, or RTT, hypnosis and health coaching we navigate through the trauma and lead you to greater confidence, wellbeing and a sense of stability.
11 Years Experience
Online in Elkins, WV (Online Only)
Peter C. Jackson, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
The effects of trauma can be isolating and deeply disorienting, often manifesting as anxiety, disconnection, or overwhelming emotional surges. My practice offers a gentle, client-centered approach to healing from trauma and PTSD. We will focus on establishing a profound sense of inner and outer safety, gradually exploring and integrating your experiences. This process cultivates self-compassion, strengthens your capacity for emotional regulation, and empowers you to restore your sense of wholeness, allowing you to live with greater freedom, connection, and well-being.
33 Years Experience
Online in Elkins, WV
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Elkins, WV Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Elkins, WV average 16 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (73%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (41%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (35%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
34%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 73% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 28% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 28% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 28% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 26% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 38% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 29% | Military / Veterans |
| 25% | Black / African American |