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Suzan Cahill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, MA 02420
My Ideal client: 36 yo male, divorced, with two children. The patient was incarcerated 16 years, due to drug addiction/trafficking. He spent his early childhood living with his mother and father, who sexually abused him. They were also addicted to drugs due to their childhood experiences of being abused. The patient's parents also prostituted him in exchange for drugs for others. The patient turned to drugs to escape the pain, embarrassment, and overall trauma from his childhood. He now wants sobriety and to overcome his trauma, which includes flashbacks and negative self-image, self-hatred, and hatred of his parents.
My Ideal client: 36 yo male, divorced, with two children. The patient was incarcerated 16 years, due to drug addiction/trafficking. He spent his early childhood living with his mother and father, who sexually abused him. They were also addicted to drugs due to their childhood experiences of being abused. The patient's parents also prostituted him in exchange for drugs for others. The patient turned to drugs to escape the pain, embarrassment, and overall trauma from his childhood. He now wants sobriety and to overcome his trauma, which includes flashbacks and negative self-image, self-hatred, and hatred of his parents.
(339) 217-8324 View (339) 217-8324
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Daphne Blount
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, MA 02421
Extensive experience across gender spectrum in anxiety, depression, ptsd, geriatrics, veteran, divorce & terminal illness.
You are likely reading these offerings because you are dissatisfied with some aspect of your life. Be it identity, family, friend, work/school or a past traumatic event, my focus is on helping you sort things out to improve your quality of life. Having a nonjudgmental, compassionate clinician with over 2 decades of individual, couple and group psychotherapy experience may be all you need to get back on track. No current openings.
Extensive experience across gender spectrum in anxiety, depression, ptsd, geriatrics, veteran, divorce & terminal illness.
You are likely reading these offerings because you are dissatisfied with some aspect of your life. Be it identity, family, friend, work/school or a past traumatic event, my focus is on helping you sort things out to improve your quality of life. Having a nonjudgmental, compassionate clinician with over 2 decades of individual, couple and group psychotherapy experience may be all you need to get back on track. No current openings.
(617) 446-5585 View (617) 446-5585
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Joy Gallon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, MA 02420
Joy Gallon is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the State of Massachusetts who has over 13 years of experience partnering with adults and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, addictions, serious and chronic mental health concerns, life transitions, concerns related to aging, and relationship issues. Joy holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from the University of Wisconsin, a Master of Arts in Business Communications from Emerson College, a Master of Social Work from Boston University, and a postgraduate CBT Certificate from Boston University.
Joy Gallon is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the State of Massachusetts who has over 13 years of experience partnering with adults and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, addictions, serious and chronic mental health concerns, life transitions, concerns related to aging, and relationship issues. Joy holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from the University of Wisconsin, a Master of Arts in Business Communications from Emerson College, a Master of Social Work from Boston University, and a postgraduate CBT Certificate from Boston University.
(781) 230-6551 View (781) 230-6551
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Heidi A Berke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, MA 02420
Not accepting new clients
We work together toward healing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, & family issues.
You'll find that life improves when you feel more self accepting, more responsive and less reactive. I work in a collaborative, compassionate and pragmatic way to help you get the results you want. Together we create positive change in a warm, friendly and safe environment.
We work together toward healing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, & family issues.
You'll find that life improves when you feel more self accepting, more responsive and less reactive. I work in a collaborative, compassionate and pragmatic way to help you get the results you want. Together we create positive change in a warm, friendly and safe environment.
(617) 997-0366 View (617) 997-0366

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Suzan Cahill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02114
My Ideal client: 36 yo male, divorced, with two children. The patient was incarcerated 16 years, due to drug addiction/trafficking. He spent his early childhood living with his mother and father, who sexually abused him. They were also addicted to drugs due to their childhood experiences of being abused. The patient's parents also prostituted him in exchange for drugs for others. The patient turned to drugs to escape the pain, embarrassment, and overall trauma from his childhood. He now wants sobriety and to overcome his trauma, which includes flashbacks and negative self-image, self-hatred, and hatred of his parents.
My Ideal client: 36 yo male, divorced, with two children. The patient was incarcerated 16 years, due to drug addiction/trafficking. He spent his early childhood living with his mother and father, who sexually abused him. They were also addicted to drugs due to their childhood experiences of being abused. The patient's parents also prostituted him in exchange for drugs for others. The patient turned to drugs to escape the pain, embarrassment, and overall trauma from his childhood. He now wants sobriety and to overcome his trauma, which includes flashbacks and negative self-image, self-hatred, and hatred of his parents.
(781) 332-4149 View (781) 332-4149
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Suzan Cahill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02141
My Ideal client: 36 yo male, divorced, with two children. The patient was incarcerated 16 years, due to drug addiction/trafficking. He spent his early childhood living with his mother and father, who sexually abused him. They were also addicted to drugs due to their childhood experiences of being abused. The patient's parents also prostituted him in exchange for drugs for others. The patient turned to drugs to escape the pain, embarrassment, and overall trauma from his childhood. He now wants sobriety and to overcome his trauma, which includes flashbacks and negative self-image, self-hatred, and hatred of his parents.
My Ideal client: 36 yo male, divorced, with two children. The patient was incarcerated 16 years, due to drug addiction/trafficking. He spent his early childhood living with his mother and father, who sexually abused him. They were also addicted to drugs due to their childhood experiences of being abused. The patient's parents also prostituted him in exchange for drugs for others. The patient turned to drugs to escape the pain, embarrassment, and overall trauma from his childhood. He now wants sobriety and to overcome his trauma, which includes flashbacks and negative self-image, self-hatred, and hatred of his parents.
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Debbie Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481  (Online Only)
My specialities include: Life Transitions, Chronic Medical Conditions, Loss and Grief, Trauma, Caregiver Stress, Depression, Anxiety, and Issues of Aging.
Welcome to my practice! Are you looking for change? Whether you are seeking help with a major transition or ways to manage the problems of every day life, choosing the right therapist is a very important decision. I provide high quality, compassionate, and confidential care. Finding a therapist for the first time can be a challenging and sometimes intimidating process. I would be pleased to consult with you over the phone at no charge to see if my services are a good fit for what you are experiencing.
My specialities include: Life Transitions, Chronic Medical Conditions, Loss and Grief, Trauma, Caregiver Stress, Depression, Anxiety, and Issues of Aging.
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(508) 669-3575 View (508) 669-3575
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Anna-dora Maloney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waltham, MA 02451  (Online Only)
We all go through challenging times and it takes a great deal of courage to face these challenges and move forward. My passion is working with adults of all ages who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, a life transition, a loss or an illness. I work with each of my clients to identify tools and strategies that they can use to address these difficulties, feel better, and lead a more fulfilling life in whatever way they hope to. I believe that each person has inner strength and resilience that they can increase, and that you are stronger than you think.
We all go through challenging times and it takes a great deal of courage to face these challenges and move forward. My passion is working with adults of all ages who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, a life transition, a loss or an illness. I work with each of my clients to identify tools and strategies that they can use to address these difficulties, feel better, and lead a more fulfilling life in whatever way they hope to. I believe that each person has inner strength and resilience that they can increase, and that you are stronger than you think.
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Serenity Now Counseling, LLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Melrose, MA 02176
We specialize in trauma, anxiety, family conflict and depression but have experience working with a variety of challenges.
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We specialize in trauma, anxiety, family conflict and depression but have experience working with a variety of challenges.
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(978) 464-8154 View (978) 464-8154
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Suzan Cahill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, MA 01803
My Ideal client: 36 yo male, divorced, with two children. The patient was incarcerated 16 years, due to drug addiction/trafficking. He spent his early childhood living with his mother and father, who sexually abused him. They were also addicted to drugs due to their childhood experiences of being abused. The patient's parents also prostituted him in exchange for drugs for others. The patient turned to drugs to escape the pain, embarrassment, and overall trauma from his childhood. He now wants sobriety and to overcome his trauma, which includes flashbacks and negative self-image, self-hatred, and hatred of his parents.
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Ann Marie Faler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, MA 01803
Trauma-informed, person-centered journey done your way with support.
My ideal client is somebody who embraces and trusts the process and is willing to share their experiences. Challenges can range based on the support they are seeking. Their needs can be anything from support, stabilization, resources for community-based support, and building a quality supportive network. Their goals are to increase autonomy and self-advocacy with the desire to have more good days and recover to be the best version of themselves.
Trauma-informed, person-centered journey done your way with support.
My ideal client is somebody who embraces and trusts the process and is willing to share their experiences. Challenges can range based on the support they are seeking. Their needs can be anything from support, stabilization, resources for community-based support, and building a quality supportive network. Their goals are to increase autonomy and self-advocacy with the desire to have more good days and recover to be the best version of themselves.
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Linda Marks
MSM
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02135  (Online Only)
Embrace the power of your heart: the heart's electical field is 60 times/magnetic field is 5000 times more powerful than the brain's. When our hearts are wounded through trauma, neglect or deprivation, we lose touch with the heart's power. Depression, anxiety, fear of intimacy, addiction, stuckness may follow. Building on a foundation of emotional safety, my work incorporates meditation, attending to emotional currents/body sensations and touch with permission to facilitate emotional work. Results include greater self-esteem, self-care, reduced stress/anxiety, authentic communication, healthier relationships, empowerment, healing. Intimacy/sexuality, money issues, parenting, GLBTP. Life coaching. Emotional for creative artists.
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Ann Marie Faler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02114
Trauma-informed, person-centered journey done your way with support.
My ideal client is somebody who embraces and trusts the process and is willing to share their experiences. Challenges can range based on the support they are seeking. Their needs can be anything from support, stabilization, resources for community-based support, and building a quality supportive network. Their goals are to increase autonomy and self-advocacy with the desire to have more good days and recover to be the best version of themselves.
Trauma-informed, person-centered journey done your way with support.
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Suzan Cahill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
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My Ideal client: 36 yo male, divorced, with two children. The patient was incarcerated 16 years, due to drug addiction/trafficking. He spent his early childhood living with his mother and father, who sexually abused him. They were also addicted to drugs due to their childhood experiences of being abused. The patient's parents also prostituted him in exchange for drugs for others. The patient turned to drugs to escape the pain, embarrassment, and overall trauma from his childhood. He now wants sobriety and to overcome his trauma, which includes flashbacks and negative self-image, self-hatred, and hatred of his parents.
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Yoko Hisano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
I specialize in trauma-work using Brainspotting in addition to somatic, mindfulness, and insight-oriented psychotherapy to help you feel better.
Please Email to reach me. I offer evidence-based therapy for those who are ready to face the difficult emotions so you can live fully again. Chronic anxiety, grief/loss, past trauma, or physical/medical conditions can affect our sense of self and interpersonal dynamics. You may also be experiencing one or more of the following symptoms: irritability, easily distracted, insomnia, nightmares, digestive issues and unhealthy eating habits. You may have read self-help books but not satisfied with the outcome. Are you are ready to create lasting changes? Together, we will aim to help you feel hopeful & for a felt sense of relief.
I specialize in trauma-work using Brainspotting in addition to somatic, mindfulness, and insight-oriented psychotherapy to help you feel better.
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Compassionate Healing
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02129  (Online Only)
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(401) 208-0593 View (401) 208-0593
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Elevation Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02115  (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the effects of trauma in your everyday life? Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, anger, and sadness, and inadvertently directing those emotions towards your loved ones? Coping with these emotions on your own can be incredibly challenging.
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Erin K Schaefer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CEDS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
An intersectional feminist committed to social justice causes including anti-racism and fat liberation, I have experience treating young adults and adults struggling with disordered eating, chronic disease, trauma, anxiety, substance misuse, difficult relationships and career/school related stress.
Are you feeling stuck in a certain pattern of thoughts or behaviors that you find worrisome or troubling? Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed in your life and are beginning to wonder if you may benefit from some additional support. I have worked and trained in a variety of mental health settings including residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, medical hospitals and college campuses. I welcome the opportunity to work with people of all gender identities and all body shapes and sizes.
An intersectional feminist committed to social justice causes including anti-racism and fat liberation, I have experience treating young adults and adults struggling with disordered eating, chronic disease, trauma, anxiety, substance misuse, difficult relationships and career/school related stress.
Are you feeling stuck in a certain pattern of thoughts or behaviors that you find worrisome or troubling? Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed in your life and are beginning to wonder if you may benefit from some additional support. I have worked and trained in a variety of mental health settings including residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, medical hospitals and college campuses. I welcome the opportunity to work with people of all gender identities and all body shapes and sizes.
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Thérèse (Tracy) Filardi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Belmont, MA 02478  (Online Only)
I have experience treating adults with grief and loss issues, coparenting and family issues, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, substance use, relationship difficulties, and parenting and life transitions including divorce, loss and employment. My ideal client wishes to improve their overall quality of life personally and/or professionally.
I have experience treating adults with grief and loss issues, coparenting and family issues, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, substance use, relationship difficulties, and parenting and life transitions including divorce, loss and employment. My ideal client wishes to improve their overall quality of life personally and/or professionally.
(617) 676-0514 View (617) 676-0514
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Maria Mandalos
MA, LMHC, MT-BC
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Board-Certified Music Therapist, who has experience working with infants, children, adolescents, adults, and their families. I specialize in diagnoses related to neurological disorders, including traumatic brain injuries, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, autism, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, learning disabilities, developmental and speech delays. My areas of interest also include: post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, social-emotional challenges, grief, low self-esteem, conflicts related to major life transitions, life threatening diseases, and chronic pain.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Board-Certified Music Therapist, who has experience working with infants, children, adolescents, adults, and their families. I specialize in diagnoses related to neurological disorders, including traumatic brain injuries, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, autism, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, learning disabilities, developmental and speech delays. My areas of interest also include: post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, social-emotional challenges, grief, low self-esteem, conflicts related to major life transitions, life threatening diseases, and chronic pain.
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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.