Online Trauma and PTSD therapists in West Virginia
Trauma and PTSD
Therapy Solutions, LLC
Psychologist
Many of our therapists specialize in trauma and PTSD. Dr. Sanness specializes in PTSD, Dissociation, Complex Trauma, and has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings to help clients with these difficulties. Dr. Nelson has training in Prolonged Exposure therapy which can be very helpful to individuals with PTSD.
22 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Bill Hoekstra
Psychologist, Psy.D., LP DBSM
Have you experienced a traumatic event that continues to impact your daily life, causing anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or panic attacks? I have over 24 years of experience and specialized training to help individuals overcome emotional challenges stemming from past adverse experiences.
I specialize in supporting individuals struggling with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), trauma-related anxiety, panic responses, as well as intrusive thoughts and memories.
I utilize various evidence-based approaches, including CBT, A.R.T., and EMDR, tailored to your unique needs, to help you reduce distress and emotional reactivity; process and heal from trauma; and develop coping skills to equip yourself with tools to manage triggers and build resilience.
If you're ready to begin healing and move towards a life with greater peace and resilience, reach out to me today for a free consultation.
26 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
New Leaf Counseling and Wellness
Psychologist
Treating trauma and PTSD requires a comprehensive and compassionate approach that prioritizes safety, trust, and empowerment. Drawing from evidence-based therapies such as cognitive processing therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and somatic experiencing, I work with clients to process and integrate traumatic memories in a supportive therapeutic environment. Through psychoeducation, skill-building, and experiential techniques, I help clients regain a sense of control over their lives while addressing symptoms such as hypervigilance, flashbacks, and avoidance. My specialized expertise enables me to tailor treatment to each individual's unique needs, fostering healing, resilience, and a renewed sense of hope for the future.
23 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Jennifer Plumb Vilardaga, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Humans have a great capacity to survive some of the most horrendous and painful things possible; yet they do take their toll even months or years down the line. Carrying the burden of trauma and PTSD can be heavy, and one that you do not have to do alone. I bring specialized skills and training to help you carry that burden, and begin to learn skills that can serve you now (but probably were not available to you in the past) to help you live more freely. I work from a trauma-informed place with anyone seeking care for these issues. I also bring my expertise having spent years working with military veterans and many others using powerful tools such as Prolonged Exposure therapy to help you live with intention, purpose, and dignity.
11 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Meghan McCoy-Smith
Psychologist, PsyD
I am experienced in working with individuals navigating a history of trauma and abuse. I can help you return to safety and help you understand (and change) how it impacts you currently so that you can experience the world as a safe space again.
9 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Kimberly E. Johnson
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP, APIT
I have worked with clients who have been traumatized as a child, teenager, adult or older adult. Trauma can occur due to emotional, physical, sexual or psychological assault. Everyone experiences and manages their trauma exposure in their own unique way. Sometimes we are not even aware of events that have happened to us or have spent a lifetime trying not to remember. Regardless, that experience can impact how we think about and treat ourselves and others. Depending on the severity and duration of that trauma, it is not uncommon for it to affect our ability to work, parent, maintain relationships, function and even tolerate being around others. I work with clients who have experienced physical and psychological abuse, sexual abuse or exploitation, combat or military trauma, racism, discrimination and marginalization, sexism and violence. Everyone's story is unique and I work to help that individual process those experiences at a pace that they can manage to reclaim the life they deserve.
18 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Sheena Sikorski
Psychologist, PsyD, Licensed Psychologist
You haven't necessarily experienced any overt signs of trauma that you often see talked about on social media. But something still feels off because you experienced emotional disconnect and frequent ruptures in your childhood relationships because your parents we really hard on you or withheld love and affection if you didn't perform up to their standards. Nowadays, you're often left feeling like you have to be perfect so you aren't rejected or abandoned by people in your life. If someone doesn't text you back quick enough or your friend is less available now that they've started dating someone new you interpret that as you not being not good enough. If this is you, know that there isn't anything wrong with you. These are perfectly valid feelings to have as a human who longs for connection and belonging. This can be worked through with the help of someone who knows what it's like to be in your shoes and who has the knowledge and experience as well. If you want to learn how to be more compassionate with yourself, soothe your fear of rejection, and learn how to express your needs without fearing your relationships will come crashing down if you share how you feel, then reach out to me and we can talk through how to help you get there.
7 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Cameron Staley
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Most of us experience traumatic events and want to learn ways to more effectively navigate these concerns. I offer practice strategies and skills to begin navigating PTSD symptoms to begin living your life more fully today.
12 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Megan Kloep
Psychologist, Ph.D, Clinical Psychologist
I have specialty training and many years of experience treating PTSD including Prolonged Exposure and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
8 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Jamie Pettus
Psychologist, PsyD
I have extensive training in trauma and PTSD, and have completed Trauma Treatment Certification. I am also certified by NASW as a Trauma and Resilience counselor in the state of Virginia.
21 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Ben Dickstein
Psychologist, PhD
I received much of my clinical training at the National Center for PTSD in Boston and have over a decade of experience working with trauma survivors. I offer an array of treatment options for trauma/PTSD, which I detail on my website. Some of the forms of trauma that I routinely treat are childhood emotional/physical/sexual abuse; sexual assault; physical assault; motor vehicle accident; traumatic loss; traumatic birth; and combat.
11 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Karen Baumstark, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., CMHIMP, CTACC
None of us can escape some level of trauma; inevitably, it will be a part of life. How much it affects us, however, depends on many factors including the nervous system we were born with, our outer resources, and how much relational support we receive to help us recover from the trauma. Many people do not have access to adequate resources to help them recover from trauma (and this is very subjective and personal, varying from person to person), and the trauma continues to affect them in (sometimes subtle, but still) impactful ways. If certain factors come together, PTSD may develop out of trauma. Often clients feel like they have failed because they can't completely "get over" their PTSD reactions. I have often reminded clients that PTSD is "the gift that keeps on giving". It can be very hard, perhaps impossible, to completely eradicate PTSD reactions, because the reaction is not just of the mind, it is of the whole body. My approach to helping clients with trauma and PTSD involves looking at it holistically and working to understand how the trauma changed you, your reaction across many facets of your life (thoughts, feelings, habits, behaviors, self-care or lack thereof, expectations, how you view the world), and then working on replacing what is harmful with what is helpful. The goal isn't to completely get rid of the PTSD symptoms (which is likely impossible) but rather to dramatically reduce its effect on you, so you can live your best life, and so an occasional symptom breaking through will not derail you.
34 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Joe Groninga
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) often creates very painful symptoms and is something for which I use a therapy called Prolonged Exposure (PE). In this therapy, we will revisit traumatic situations, process painful emotions, and change unhelpful beliefs about yourself and the world around you as a result of your trauma. People are often amazed at how quickly this treatment can work and by the very meaningful change that can result. For these reasons, this is one of my favorite treatments to provide.
19 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Erick David Arguello
Psychologist, PsyD
Trauma can have profound and lasting effects on one's mental and emotional well-being, but healing is possible. With a trauma-informed approach, I offer evidence-based therapies to help you process your experiences, manage symptoms, and reclaim your life. Whether you're struggling with flashbacks, nightmares, or feelings of numbness and dissociation, I am here to support you on your journey towards healing and recovery.
15 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Natassia Johnson
Psychologist, Ph.D., LPC
Traumatic experiences can breed feelings of confusion, sadness, anger, and shame. Let's slowly look at the parts of these experiences that often go unspoken and work on being resilient in the face of them.
1 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Christine Henry
Psychologist, Ph.D
Trauma doesn't necessarily have to be a single event. Instead, smaller, prolonged, or recurring stressful experiences can also be classified as traumatic. I work with clients who want to find ways to calm their nervous system so they aren't in a constant state of fight, flight, or freeze. They want to learn what their wants and needs are instead of being solely focused on making others around them happy. Learning to set boundaries is challenging but can significantly improve your relationships. Learning how to trust again may feel difficult, and therapy can be the first step in this process.
17 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Kreins Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
As a psychologist specializing in trauma and PTSD, my treatment approach is rooted in compassion, safety, and evidence-based interventions. Through therapies such as cognitive processing therapy (CPT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), I collaborate with individuals to process traumatic memories, challenge negative beliefs, and develop effective coping strategies. Creating a safe therapeutic environment is paramount, allowing clients to explore their experiences at their own pace while feeling supported and validated. Psychoeducation about trauma responses and self-regulation techniques empowers individuals to manage symptoms and regain a sense of control over their lives. Additionally, I integrate mindfulness practices, relaxation techniques, and grounding exercises to promote emotional regulation and resilience. My goal is to facilitate healing, restore a sense of safety, and empower individuals to thrive beyond their traumatic experiences.
24 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Darlene Witcher
Psychologist, PhD
I have substantial experience working with military veterans and trauma/PTSD. We can work together to decrease distressing symptoms, and explore how viewing the trauma from different perspectives can lead to improved functioning.
32 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
South Psychology
Psychologist, PhD
South Psychology is your partner in overcoming trauma and reclaiming your well-being. Our team of dedicated therapists provides evidence-based therapy and assessments for individuals of all ages, including children, teens, adults, and families.
Why Choose South Psychology for Trauma and PTSD?
Expertise: Our therapists specialize in trauma-informed care. We understand the impact of trauma on mental health and work collaboratively to guide you toward healing.
Holistic Approach: Beyond addressing symptoms, we consider the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Our goal is to restore balance and resilience.
Customized Care: Whether you’re a child struggling with nightmares, a teen coping with flashbacks, or an adult navigating triggers, we tailor our services to your unique needs.
Family Support: Trauma affects not only the individual but also their loved ones. We offer family therapy to strengthen bonds and foster understanding.
Our Trauma and PTSD Services Include:
Individual Therapy: Explore trauma narratives, develop coping skills, and find hope.
Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT): We utilize evidence-based techniques from TF-CBT to help you process traumatic experiences, manage distressing emotions, and regain control over your life.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing): A proven technique for trauma resolution.
Group Therapy: Connect with others who share similar experiences.
Assessment and Diagnosis: Understand your trauma-related symptoms and create a personalized treatment plan.
6 Years Experience
Trauma and PTSD
Jackie Ma
Psychologist, Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology
I am trained in evidence-based treatments for PTSD, such as Prolonged Exposure and Cognitive Processing Therapy. Given my health psychology background, I aim to support individuals with a history of medical trauma as well.
1 Years Experience