Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
I’m trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to treat individuals with various types of anxiety and sexual, emotional, racial, spiritual, and physical trauma.
Do you find it difficult to open up and talk about private traumatic experiences? The loss of a loved one, job, friend, home? Natural disaster? Intimate violation? Discrimination? Spiritual and metaphysical changes? Is your ability to work, be with friends, spend time with family, or have close relationships difficult? If yes, I’m here to help!
I’m trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to treat individuals with various types of anxiety and sexual, emotional, racial, spiritual, and physical trauma.
Do you find it difficult to open up and talk about private traumatic experiences? The loss of a loved one, job, friend, home? Natural disaster? Intimate violation? Discrimination? Spiritual and metaphysical changes? Is your ability to work, be with friends, spend time with family, or have close relationships difficult? If yes, I’m here to help!
I have also supported couples and individuals with sexual issues including: struggles with sexual performance, differences in desire with sexual partners, body shame, infidelity, betrayal trauma, compulsive sexuality, sexual identity/orientation, conflicts with faith, sexual abuse/assault, sexual secrets and many other issues.
Common things I help people with include: struggles with addiction/compulsivity (behavioral or substance), healing from both non-sexual trauma and sexual shame, healing from different types of traumatic experiences. Its often useful to discuss some about your childhood and upbringing, as these dynamics tend to have an impact on how you are doing today, how you feel about yourself and others etc. Part of the healing happens in the office, and part of it often happens as you are out in the world practicing what we've discussed in the office (i.e boundaries, self awareness, decision making etc).
I have also supported couples and individuals with sexual issues including: struggles with sexual performance, differences in desire with sexual partners, body shame, infidelity, betrayal trauma, compulsive sexuality, sexual identity/orientation, conflicts with faith, sexual abuse/assault, sexual secrets and many other issues.
Common things I help people with include: struggles with addiction/compulsivity (behavioral or substance), healing from both non-sexual trauma and sexual shame, healing from different types of traumatic experiences. Its often useful to discuss some about your childhood and upbringing, as these dynamics tend to have an impact on how you are doing today, how you feel about yourself and others etc. Part of the healing happens in the office, and part of it often happens as you are out in the world practicing what we've discussed in the office (i.e boundaries, self awareness, decision making etc).
Lorrene Mithers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85012 (Online Only)
Do you want to learn practical skills to use for daily stress? Do you need a safe place to just talk and sort things out? Well, I am ready to help. While trauma and PTSD are my specialty, I have worked with many concerns such as grief/loss, eating disorders, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, phobias, mindfulness, relationship dynamics, and severe mental illness. I am an LGBTQ ally.
Do you want to learn practical skills to use for daily stress? Do you need a safe place to just talk and sort things out? Well, I am ready to help. While trauma and PTSD are my specialty, I have worked with many concerns such as grief/loss, eating disorders, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, phobias, mindfulness, relationship dynamics, and severe mental illness. I am an LGBTQ ally.
I currently utilize client centered and strength based talk therapy techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Insight Oriented Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Positive Psychology, Relaxation training, and Trauma Informed Therapy, to create a customized treatment approach to meet the unique therapy needs of my clients.
I provide a safe and supportive environment to help adult client's deal with general mental health problems, difficult life circumstances, and self-improvement. Specialty areas are treating anxiety, trauma, depression, mood disorders, and LGBTIQA+ related issues. I am available for both in person sessions and Telehealth for Arizona residents and have evening and weekend availability in addition to weekdays. Telehealth is now available to residents of the following states: AL, AZ, AR, CO, CNMI, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI,MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY.
I currently utilize client centered and strength based talk therapy techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Insight Oriented Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Positive Psychology, Relaxation training, and Trauma Informed Therapy, to create a customized treatment approach to meet the unique therapy needs of my clients.
I provide a safe and supportive environment to help adult client's deal with general mental health problems, difficult life circumstances, and self-improvement. Specialty areas are treating anxiety, trauma, depression, mood disorders, and LGBTIQA+ related issues. I am available for both in person sessions and Telehealth for Arizona residents and have evening and weekend availability in addition to weekdays. Telehealth is now available to residents of the following states: AL, AZ, AR, CO, CNMI, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI,MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY.
Janel Randle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85085
EMDR is a revolutionary therapy that uses eye movement to help work through trauma more quickly than in other therapeutic approaches.
Have you tried traditional talk therapy and found it unsuccessful? Neurofeedback is an alternative form of care which can help with difficult presentations like ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I am a licensed professional counselor. I specialize in treating issues related to trauma and abuse, substance abuse, divorce, depression and anxiety. I can approach concerns using neurofeedback, therapy or a combination.
EMDR is a revolutionary therapy that uses eye movement to help work through trauma more quickly than in other therapeutic approaches.
Have you tried traditional talk therapy and found it unsuccessful? Neurofeedback is an alternative form of care which can help with difficult presentations like ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I am a licensed professional counselor. I specialize in treating issues related to trauma and abuse, substance abuse, divorce, depression and anxiety. I can approach concerns using neurofeedback, therapy or a combination.
Our providers specialize in anxiety and mood disorders; trauma and other stress-related disorders; personality disorders; and medication management.
Alex Levitan is the lead Psychologist and Clinical Director of Levitan & Associates Psychological Services where he is responsible for organizing and overseeing all providers and programs within the agency. Outside of his responsibilities with LAPS, Dr. Levitan also provides individual counseling, clinical and forensic evaluations, and psychological consultations for various nonprofit organizations including state and local hospitals, veterans’ health services, and the department of child safety. Alex is currently accepting new clients for his team of providers, contact his office today to request an appointment!
Our providers specialize in anxiety and mood disorders; trauma and other stress-related disorders; personality disorders; and medication management.
Alex Levitan is the lead Psychologist and Clinical Director of Levitan & Associates Psychological Services where he is responsible for organizing and overseeing all providers and programs within the agency. Outside of his responsibilities with LAPS, Dr. Levitan also provides individual counseling, clinical and forensic evaluations, and psychological consultations for various nonprofit organizations including state and local hospitals, veterans’ health services, and the department of child safety. Alex is currently accepting new clients for his team of providers, contact his office today to request an appointment!
Kevin is trauma informed therapist and is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Therapy).
Kevin is a trauma informed therapist who has experience helping clients with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, substance misuse, addictions, mens issues and more. Kevin is working with DesertViewCounseling.com. He is currently seeing adolescents, adults and couples. Happy to meet with you and help you reach higher places. He is taking insurance, call the front desk to see if Desert View Counseling can take your insurance.
Kevin is trauma informed therapist and is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Therapy).
Kevin is a trauma informed therapist who has experience helping clients with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, substance misuse, addictions, mens issues and more. Kevin is working with DesertViewCounseling.com. He is currently seeing adolescents, adults and couples. Happy to meet with you and help you reach higher places. He is taking insurance, call the front desk to see if Desert View Counseling can take your insurance.
I am an experienced couples counselor, trauma treatment specialist and a certified sexual addiction therapist (CSAT).
If you are haunted by past trauma that doesn’t seem to get better with time, I am able to help you find relief. If your relationship has hit an all-time low, and you don't know if you can take it much longer, I can give you the tools to work through conflict and reclaim the love you have for one another. If having affairs or watching porn has gotten out of control for you or someone you love, together we can move toward healing for both you and your partner. If you’ve been disillusioned by religion and need to find a safe place to heal from spiritual abuse, I can walk with you as you find the kind of spirituality that works for you.
I am an experienced couples counselor, trauma treatment specialist and a certified sexual addiction therapist (CSAT).
If you are haunted by past trauma that doesn’t seem to get better with time, I am able to help you find relief. If your relationship has hit an all-time low, and you don't know if you can take it much longer, I can give you the tools to work through conflict and reclaim the love you have for one another. If having affairs or watching porn has gotten out of control for you or someone you love, together we can move toward healing for both you and your partner. If you’ve been disillusioned by religion and need to find a safe place to heal from spiritual abuse, I can walk with you as you find the kind of spirituality that works for you.
Gerda Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85027
What are you avoiding? Trauma effects our emotions, memory, and physical health.
Successful yet ANXIOUS, SAD, LONELY? What is my PURPOSE? Feel like you are Not Good Enough? You are Professional yet having feelings of Imposter Syndrome where you doubt your abilities and feel like a fraud? Do you often replay past mistakes in your mind over and over again? Feeling Overwhelmed? How might your life be different in 6 months from now if you scheduled an appointment today? If you don't make any changes, how might your life look like in 1 year from now? What is Brainspotting and EMDR? Does it really work? Your mind can HEAL from psychological trauma.
What are you avoiding? Trauma effects our emotions, memory, and physical health.
Successful yet ANXIOUS, SAD, LONELY? What is my PURPOSE? Feel like you are Not Good Enough? You are Professional yet having feelings of Imposter Syndrome where you doubt your abilities and feel like a fraud? Do you often replay past mistakes in your mind over and over again? Feeling Overwhelmed? How might your life be different in 6 months from now if you scheduled an appointment today? If you don't make any changes, how might your life look like in 1 year from now? What is Brainspotting and EMDR? Does it really work? Your mind can HEAL from psychological trauma.
Krystal Paquette McBride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Waitlist for new clients
My focused areas of training have been family systems, trauma, childhood/developmental trauma, addiction, codependency, mindfulness/body regulation, & anxiety.
First, I want to thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. I focus on creating an emotionally safe place. Safe enough to be vulnerable and lean into discomfort. Safe enough to create change that may be desired or needed. My style is direct, compassionate, and caring. When appropriate, I use humor, transparency, and my own quirky personality to help create a safe environment and vulnerability. It is the balance of being client-centered (meeting clients where they’re at) and encouraging change (which sometimes includes calling out BS or respectfully challenging when needed). Im currently offering in-person and telehealth.
My focused areas of training have been family systems, trauma, childhood/developmental trauma, addiction, codependency, mindfulness/body regulation, & anxiety.
First, I want to thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. I focus on creating an emotionally safe place. Safe enough to be vulnerable and lean into discomfort. Safe enough to create change that may be desired or needed. My style is direct, compassionate, and caring. When appropriate, I use humor, transparency, and my own quirky personality to help create a safe environment and vulnerability. It is the balance of being client-centered (meeting clients where they’re at) and encouraging change (which sometimes includes calling out BS or respectfully challenging when needed). Im currently offering in-person and telehealth.
I work primarily with highly motivated, young adults who may be experiencing trauma, PTSD, or a failure to launch.
Have you been feeling like your past trauma or negative life experiences have been rearing its head in your present-day life? Maybe you're noticing that old habits are starting to effect your current relationship, stress levels, and anxiety. My role as your therapist is to provide support, ask questions, and fill your tool belt with techniques and coping skills that will assist in healing your past. As a trauma-informed therapist, I recognize the importance of investing time to form a strong and trusting relationship with each and every client.
I work primarily with highly motivated, young adults who may be experiencing trauma, PTSD, or a failure to launch.
Have you been feeling like your past trauma or negative life experiences have been rearing its head in your present-day life? Maybe you're noticing that old habits are starting to effect your current relationship, stress levels, and anxiety. My role as your therapist is to provide support, ask questions, and fill your tool belt with techniques and coping skills that will assist in healing your past. As a trauma-informed therapist, I recognize the importance of investing time to form a strong and trusting relationship with each and every client.
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Accepting New Clients. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a master’s degree in social work. I have 10+ years of experience working in various mental health settings. Therapy takes courage. Mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, post-traumatic stress and trauma can be difficult and overwhelming to face alone. I believe it is important to start where the client is and help them move in the direction they want to go. I am passionate about helping others and giving them the tools they need to experience success. My goal is to create a safe environment where clients can process, learn, heal and grow.
Accepting New Clients. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a master’s degree in social work. I have 10+ years of experience working in various mental health settings. Therapy takes courage. Mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, post-traumatic stress and trauma can be difficult and overwhelming to face alone. I believe it is important to start where the client is and help them move in the direction they want to go. I am passionate about helping others and giving them the tools they need to experience success. My goal is to create a safe environment where clients can process, learn, heal and grow.
We are professionally trained and experienced in Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, grief and loss, and struggles with transitions.
NOW Accepting New Clients! Run Your Life Counseling has OPEN availability! Sliding scale options available! Telehealth and in person availability- Immediate Openings! Children/Teens/Adults/Couples/Evenings available Life is a journey which can be wonderful at times, but it can also be a difficult process and adjustment. If you are struggling with feeling sad or overwhelmed, you are not alone, and I am here to help! I offer emotional and therapeutic support to those experiencing anxiety and depressive symptoms due to life transitions. My passion is helping individuals navigate their journey to and through life goals.
We are professionally trained and experienced in Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, grief and loss, and struggles with transitions.
NOW Accepting New Clients! Run Your Life Counseling has OPEN availability! Sliding scale options available! Telehealth and in person availability- Immediate Openings! Children/Teens/Adults/Couples/Evenings available Life is a journey which can be wonderful at times, but it can also be a difficult process and adjustment. If you are struggling with feeling sad or overwhelmed, you are not alone, and I am here to help! I offer emotional and therapeutic support to those experiencing anxiety and depressive symptoms due to life transitions. My passion is helping individuals navigate their journey to and through life goals.
Amy Rehm
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85018
My areas of practice include Anxiety, PTSD, Trauma, Grief and Bereavement, Depression, Medical Counseling, Interpersonal Relationships, Stress Management, Career Counseling, Self-Esteem, Compulsive Behaviors, Couples Counseling, Mindfulness and Emotional Regulation.
I am currently only accepting clients for online therapy! You are the greatest project you will ever work on. Often times we make ourselves the last priority, but when you take the time to fill your own cup and heal from hurt and trauma, you free yourself up to experience peace. I am passionate about working with individuals & couples and creating a safe space for clients to be transparent and culture an environment for personal growth. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach to therapy including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
My areas of practice include Anxiety, PTSD, Trauma, Grief and Bereavement, Depression, Medical Counseling, Interpersonal Relationships, Stress Management, Career Counseling, Self-Esteem, Compulsive Behaviors, Couples Counseling, Mindfulness and Emotional Regulation.
I am currently only accepting clients for online therapy! You are the greatest project you will ever work on. Often times we make ourselves the last priority, but when you take the time to fill your own cup and heal from hurt and trauma, you free yourself up to experience peace. I am passionate about working with individuals & couples and creating a safe space for clients to be transparent and culture an environment for personal growth. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach to therapy including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing for 10 years and have life experience, in the transitions we all sustain, such as dating, marriage, careers, having children, family issues, trauma, illness, chronic pain etc. I specialize in managing the stressors of life, past traumas, and how this effects relationships. My passion is the support and management of great mental health for adults of all ages.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing for 10 years and have life experience, in the transitions we all sustain, such as dating, marriage, careers, having children, family issues, trauma, illness, chronic pain etc. I specialize in managing the stressors of life, past traumas, and how this effects relationships. My passion is the support and management of great mental health for adults of all ages.
Congratulations on taking this step; I would be honored to help. I offer strengths-based, in-person therapy in the Phoenix area, and telehealth in California, using cognitive-behavioral techniques, inner-child work, EMDR and Exposure and Response Prevention. Specializations include Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, PTSD, addiction and recovery, and treating children and adolescents with anxiety. I am well-versed in 12-Step philosophy and love helping people thrive in their sobriety.
Congratulations on taking this step; I would be honored to help. I offer strengths-based, in-person therapy in the Phoenix area, and telehealth in California, using cognitive-behavioral techniques, inner-child work, EMDR and Exposure and Response Prevention. Specializations include Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, PTSD, addiction and recovery, and treating children and adolescents with anxiety. I am well-versed in 12-Step philosophy and love helping people thrive in their sobriety.
Additionally, I recieved EMDR training and help individuals with simple and complex trauma.
I believe individuals have enormous potential to improve their lives, manage their difficulties, and heal themselves. My goal is to help them become aware of their inner strength through a process of examining their thoughts and feelings.
Additionally, I recieved EMDR training and help individuals with simple and complex trauma.
I believe individuals have enormous potential to improve their lives, manage their difficulties, and heal themselves. My goal is to help them become aware of their inner strength through a process of examining their thoughts and feelings.
Saturday appointments available. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master of Arts of Professional Counseling from Ottawa University. I have a concentration on Trauma Abuse and Depravation, EMDR certified, 12 years of experience in the counseling field working in the following areas; anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, sexual, physical and mental abuse, attachment issues, self-esteem issues, shame, anger management, relationships issues, alcohol and substance abuse, addictive behaviors, life transitions, grief and loss and domestic violence.
Saturday appointments available. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master of Arts of Professional Counseling from Ottawa University. I have a concentration on Trauma Abuse and Depravation, EMDR certified, 12 years of experience in the counseling field working in the following areas; anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, sexual, physical and mental abuse, attachment issues, self-esteem issues, shame, anger management, relationships issues, alcohol and substance abuse, addictive behaviors, life transitions, grief and loss and domestic violence.
Drawing from my professional training and my own experience with trauma, I would love to help you gain confidence in your relationship skills and find more connection and satisfaction in your relationships.
You are worn out and tired of the drama, big behaviors, fighting and discord in your relationships. Is there something big about who you are or who they are that might be affecting your relationship? You have self- doubt and think you must be the problem. You keep telling yourself you won’t let it happen again, but nothing seems to change? You feel tired, depressed, and even angry that you are not enjoying deep, personal rewarding relationships with a spouse, parents, your children or a significant other in your life. You want a change, you want to find healthy rewarding ways to get your needs met in a relationship.
Drawing from my professional training and my own experience with trauma, I would love to help you gain confidence in your relationship skills and find more connection and satisfaction in your relationships.
You are worn out and tired of the drama, big behaviors, fighting and discord in your relationships. Is there something big about who you are or who they are that might be affecting your relationship? You have self- doubt and think you must be the problem. You keep telling yourself you won’t let it happen again, but nothing seems to change? You feel tired, depressed, and even angry that you are not enjoying deep, personal rewarding relationships with a spouse, parents, your children or a significant other in your life. You want a change, you want to find healthy rewarding ways to get your needs met in a relationship.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in helping clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life transitions and trauma.
VIRTUAL (secure portal accessible by your phone, tablet, or computer) & IN-PERSON. Have you been struggling to keep everything together but now have a growing sense that you are stuck and need help? Have you experienced a recent traumatic event that has shaken your world? Or do past events distress you still even though they happened years ago? Does anxiety or depression keep you from living the life you want? If you answer “Yes” to one of these questions, then I can help you bring a sense of balance and healing to your life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in helping clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life transitions and trauma.
VIRTUAL (secure portal accessible by your phone, tablet, or computer) & IN-PERSON. Have you been struggling to keep everything together but now have a growing sense that you are stuck and need help? Have you experienced a recent traumatic event that has shaken your world? Or do past events distress you still even though they happened years ago? Does anxiety or depression keep you from living the life you want? If you answer “Yes” to one of these questions, then I can help you bring a sense of balance and healing to your life.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.