Trauma and PTSD therapists in Lexington, Virginia VA
Trauma and PTSD
Amazing Grace Psychiatric Services, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse/Therapist, PMHNP, CNM, PMH-C
Post traumatic stress disorder can change the trajectory of our entire lives with a single event, or can be the result of chronic, repeated traumatic events. In either case, PTSD can be a very lonely disorder that continues to torment the individual and possibly their loved ones for years after the event has passed. Learning how to process trauma in therapy can sometimes be too overwhelming without medication management. Let's learn if medication can assist in managing some of those secondary effects of PTSD such as anxiety, panic and depression.
4 Years Experience
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.
15 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Jadah Petty
Psychologist, Ph.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Trauma is an experience that can impact nearly every aspect of someone's life, from relationships/trust, to work, to self-esteem, to mood and the list goes on. Finding someone who specializes in trauma/PTSD is essential to truly getting the help you need. I offer the gold standard treatments for PTSD (e.g. Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure), as well as treatments like EMDR and STAIR. Building a strong relationship is the first step to help you on your journey to re-engaging in the life you want to lead. I will then help you process your trauma, understand triggers, and develop new coping strategies for managing.
5 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Sophia Aguirre
Psychologist, Ph.D., CGP, F-AGPA
My approach to working with Trauma and PTSD is holistic, integrative and collaborative. My goals for trauma/PTSD work are trifold: 1) helping you heal from difficult traumatic memories that are keeping you stuck in the past so that you can focus on what is truly important in the present 2) helping you gain insight and awareness into how your past trauma(s) are impacting the relationships in your life (relationships with others and with your own self) and 3) helping you move away from fear/avoidance-based behaviors and choices and instead, make choices in your life that are aligned with your goals and values. I am here for you when you are ready to begin your healing journey.
15 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Elisha S Lee
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Our Trauma and PTSD therapy services are focused on assisting individuals who have experienced traumatic events, helping them recover from the intense stress and disruption that such experiences can cause. Recognizing that trauma can profoundly affect mental, emotional, and physical health, we are committed to providing empathetic, professional support, using evidence-based therapies to facilitate healing and resilience.
Techniques and Supports for Managing Trauma and PTSD
* Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to help individuals process and make sense of their traumatic experiences.
* Prolonged Exposure Therapy to help individuals confront and gradually come to terms with memories and stimuli they've been avoiding.
* Somatic Experiencing to focus on perceived body sensations (or somatic experiences) and the ways in which the body regulates stress.
* Group Therapy to provide a space for individuals to share their experiences and gain support from others with similar experiences.
Goals of Therapy for Trauma and PTSD
Our therapy for Trauma and PTSD aims to:
* Alleviate Psychological Distress by addressing the emotional and psychological symptoms of PTSD, including anxiety, depression, and intrusive memories.
* Enhance Coping Strategies by developing and strengthening skills needed to handle distressing situations effectively.
* Facilitate Emotional Processing of traumatic events to foster understanding and integration of the experiences.
* Improve Day-to-Day Functioning by helping individuals regain a sense of normalcy in their daily lives.
* Build Resilience and Empowerment to help enhance the sense of self-efficacy and personal strength.
Dealing with trauma and PTSD requires a compassionate approach that recognizes the unique experiences and needs of each individual. Our therapy services are tailored to support and empower clients, providing them with the tools and understanding necessary to move forward and rebuild their lives after trauma. Through dedicated support and personalized intervention plans, we strive to help individuals find lasting recovery and peace.
7 Years Experience