Trauma and PTSD therapists in Washington, D.C. DC
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Trauma and PTSD
Laura Silva, LicMHC - Online/Virtual Therapy
Counselor/Therapist, Traditional, Integrative, Heart Centered counseling. Coach, Educator, Depth Therapy.
I offer a safe, supportive and compassionate space working in areas of Trauma and PTSD. My deep healing work is Depth oriented, utilizing traditional, integrative and mind-body therapies to help release inner wounds and pains. Healing work builds on self compassion and inner acceptance. I am here for you. Email for free consultation call
44 Years Experience
Online in Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Georgina Arhin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, ACS, CCTP
Trauma informed Care, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Therapy
21 Years Experience
Online in Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Anita Gadhia-Smith
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, PsyD, LICSW, LCSW-C
I WORK WITH INDIVIDUALS STRUGGLING TO MANAGE AND OVERSOME BOTH PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL TRAUMA. ONE OF MY AREAS OF TRAUMA EXPERTISE IS NARCISSISTIC ABUSE RECOVERY. PLEASE SEE MY BOOK, "HOW TO HEAL EMOTIONAL TRAUMA: 7 KEYS TO FINDING FREEDOM AND SELF-WORTH" ON AMAZON.COM.
26 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20007
Online in Washington, D.C.
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Jessica Kirchhoefer
Psychologist, PhD
In our work together on PTSD, I’ll help you process traumatic memories and challenge distressing thoughts using CBT in addition to CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy). We’ll also work to promote acceptance of difficult emotions and encouraging you to live fully in alignment with your values.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20006
Online in Washington, D.C.
Trauma and PTSD
Kris O'Shee
Counselor/Therapist, MA in Counseling Psychology, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
I am certified in the treatment of Trauma and PTSD from the Center for Mind-Body Medicine in Washington, DC. I have traveled to war-torn countries working with refugees and medical teams helping to alleviate the mental suffering caused by the shock and horror of war. And while most of us have not been in war zones, we can experience similar effects on our nervous systems caused by early childhood abuse, domestic violence, or the sudden death of a loved one. We can go through frightening panic attacks and have what can feel like inexplicable anxiety. We now know how the body responds to stress and what tools are useful in alleviating its effects on our lives. Meditation, movement, drawing, visualization, and guided imagery are some of the approaches which I have found to be helpful in calming the nervous system and restoring more balance to our mental and physical lives; in a sense, getting our lives back. I want to help you in this healing process and to give you the tools you can then implement, on your own, in order to have more stability and inner peace.
14 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20016
Online in Washington, D.C.
Trauma and PTSD
David A. Heilman
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I have received multiple specialized trainings in EMDR and Internal Family Systems therapies to work effectively with a wide variety of trauma symptoms.
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20036
Online in Washington, D.C.
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Wayne Bullock
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd
As you move through life, you might go through an experience that is overwhelming to you. Trauma is the result of an experience so distressing that it leaves you feeling disconnected from yourself and others. You might feel jumpy, numb, distrusting, and unsure of your future. Sharing and processing with someone who can help you to understand and make sense of the senseless can help you to begin to heal from your trauma.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20006
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 Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Kelsey Bates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, LCPC
Medical trauma, birth trauma and sexual abuse are correlated with chronic pain and chronic illness. Work with a specialist who values integrative care for women's mental health, including trauma informed cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy as well as somatic and mindfulness exercises.
7 Years Experience
Online in Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Alison Huang - Grow Your Mind Psychotherapy
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
"Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom." We can't change what happened to us, but we can change how we respond to trauma. I am a trauma-informed therapist who specialized in treating people with trauma history. I was trained in strengths-based trauma recovery and somatic experiencing to help clients release their traumatic responses, regulate their physical responses, and connect their body and mind.
14 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC
Online in Washington, D.C.