Trauma and PTSD therapists in Columbia, Missouri MO
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Trauma and PTSD
Emily Crawford-Thompson Ph.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
What happened to you does not define you. I specialize in evidence-based interventions for trauma and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) including Cognitive Processing Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy. I have worked with military veterans, sexual abuse survivors, and survivors of emotional abuse and domestic violence to recover and heal from a variety of traumatic experiences. It is my honor to help you learn to access your strength and resilience.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Columbia, MO 65202
Online in Columbia, Missouri
Trauma and PTSD
Sara Johnson-Cardona
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Hi! I am a Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist and am also trained in EMDR and Sensorimotor psychotherapy (L1). My highest value when it comes to providing therapy is you deserve the absolute best quality, and I am dedicated to my own training and consultation in order to provide you with the care you deserve. You are feeling this way because things happened to you that should never happen to anyone, and the good news is that recovering at a mental and physical level from these wounds is completely possible. Together we will work to better understand the ways that you have developed to cope with the pain of what happened, honor these ways of coping because I have no doubt they have helped you survive, and heal from the traumatic experiences and beliefs that you were burdened with due to these experiences, so that you can be freed up to use your gifts. It would love to support you and help you find the resources that are inside of you. A different way of navigating the world is possible.
8 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, Missouri (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Sumer Statler Aeed
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Trauma is the experience not just of what happened to us, but by how our bodies, neurology, and hearts respond to what happened to us. Traumas of 'small t' and traumas of 'big T' both create adaptions to our true selves that can lead in our being 'stuck' in ways that don't serve us, that may create more trauma, or disconnection from our true selves and to our relationships with others. We have multiple ways of healing trauma, including complex traumas, including Flash Therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), clinical hypnosis, somatic work, art therapy and more. Coming back to your true self, perhaps for the first time, is not a journey to be missed.
25 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, Missouri (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Cynthia Edwards-Hawver
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Many women carry trauma that deeply impacts their lives in ways that are both visible and hidden. Whether from experiences in childhood, challenging relationships, or societal pressures, this trauma can become ingrained, affecting self-esteem, emotional responses, and even physical health. Trauma may manifest as anxiety, difficulty trusting others, heightened emotional reactivity, or a chronic sense of unease. These symptoms can persist long after the initial event, creating patterns that shape daily experiences, interactions, and even how one sees themselves and their potential.
Narcissistic abuse, in particular, is a form of trauma that can be insidiously damaging. When subjected to a narcissist’s manipulation, gaslighting, and control, victims often experience a gradual erosion of self-worth, leading to feelings of confusion, self-doubt, and even PTSD. Narcissistic abuse can distort perceptions, making victims question their reality and feel trapped in a cycle of emotional harm. The repetitive, controlling behaviors often associated with narcissistic partners, like deflecting blame and devaluing the victim’s emotions, lead to an overwhelming emotional toll that may look like traditional PTSD symptoms, such as hypervigilance, flashbacks, and a pervasive sense of shame or guilt.
In therapy, we’ll work together to address and unravel these traumas with compassion and understanding. My approach helps you identify and release the weight of these past experiences, rebuild a sense of self, and regain a sense of safety and trust. Recovery from trauma is a journey, but by untangling these experiences and their effects on you, it’s possible to rediscover resilience, strengthen personal boundaries, and regain control over your life. Whether it's reclaiming your voice after narcissistic abuse or understanding how past experiences shape your present, I’m here to support you through this journey.
24 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, Missouri (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Community and Long-Term Care Psychiatry, L.L.C.
Psychiatrist, Psychiatrists and LCSWs
All our therapists have extensive background in treating this condition. The treatments provided by them are lead by our psychiatry team
9 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, Missouri