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Everyone deals with traumatic events and experiences at some point, but that doesn’t make them any easier to deal with. Sometimes we can process trauma and get on with our lives, and other times it just becomes too much to bear.

This is where trauma therapy can help. Whether you are located in downtown Washington DC, Anacostia, Ballston, Bluemont, or even Brentwood, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Do You Need a Trauma Therapist?

Are you on the fence regarding whether you should see a trauma therapist? This section will help you decide.

If you’ve dealt with a traumatic event (a death, rape, natural disaster, war, etc.), a therapist may be able to help you if you are experiencing any of the following signs of psychological trauma:

  • Recurring memories of the traumatic event
  • Nightmares
  • Anger and irritability
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Recurring headaches
  • Depression

Read this article to learn more about how to heal from trauma.

Take Action: Get Trauma Therapy Today

A professional therapist or counselor can assist you in unpacking your feelings about the event and teach you proven techniques to help you heal. With Mental Health Match, you can find a therapist who specializes in helping people move forward after trauma. Use our therapist matching tool to get started.

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Picture of Zachary Rothwell, mental health therapist in Colorado, District Of Columbia, New York, North Carolina, Washington
Zachary Rothwell
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Learn to understand the different parts of who you are, and the reason behind your motivations in life. We will use EMDR to reduce your stress, relax your mind, heal your heart & focus your mind on the future you've always wanted.


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Learn to understand the different parts of who you are, and the reason behind your motivations in life. We will use EMDR to reduce your stress, relax your mind, heal your heart & focus your mind on the future you've always wanted.

Something to know about my approach is:

I specialize in EMDR therapy. My role will be to make observations, ask questions, and listen genuinely. I will not tell you what to do. I can't. The journey is yours, but I will walk beside you until you feel ready to walk a new path on your own.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Executive Coaching
  • Financial Stress
  • Infidelity
  • Pornography
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Carolyn Hoffmann
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utilize a strengths-based, trauma-informed, and person-centered style to support you through difficult times. I value modeling what trust and support can look like in your daily life.


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utilize a strengths-based, trauma-informed, and person-centered style to support you through difficult times. I value modeling what trust and support can look like in your daily life.

Something to know about my approach is:

I use a balance of listening and open-ended questions to really understand your life experiences. In my approach, I prioritize connection and reasonable expectations as we identify together what sustainable change means for you.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Anxiety
  • Career Change
  • Child or Adolescent Therapy
  • Children
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Feeling Stuck
  • Life Transitions
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Trauma
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Kirk Burke-Hamilton
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I elevate your concerns and adjust based on your personal needs. I don’t start stress or trauma work until we agree on healthy coping techniques for you to use throughout the treatment. Visit my webpage hamiltontherapeutic.com to learn more.


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I elevate your concerns and adjust based on your personal needs. I don’t start stress or trauma work until we agree on healthy coping techniques for you to use throughout the treatment. Visit my webpage hamiltontherapeutic.com to learn more.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am in-network for Blue Cross and Cigna, Aetna and Optum United, but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients. We're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable please visit our webpage at hamiltontherapeutic.com.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Acute Stress
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Relationships
  • Stress
  • Trauma
  • Work-Life Balance
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Allison Kirsch
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We will work together to develop a treatment plan that is personalized to you. We will check in frequently on treatment progress and I will stay flexible to changing and expanding the approach as needed to best meet your needs.


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We will work together to develop a treatment plan that is personalized to you. We will check in frequently on treatment progress and I will stay flexible to changing and expanding the approach as needed to best meet your needs.

Something to know about my approach is:

I integrate mind- and body-based approaches to help you explore areas for personal growth. I believe you are the expert on yourself and I am your partner in helping you process, uncover your strengths, and move towards your life goals.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Dynamics
  • Life Transitions
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma
  • Women’s Health
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Map in Bethesda, Maryland for Allison Kirsch therapy location.
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David Rothman
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get more insight into your thoughts/feelings/behavior and then take effective action in your everyday life. I firmly believe that if therapy works, you should see tangible changes for the better outside of therapy room.


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get more insight into your thoughts/feelings/behavior and then take effective action in your everyday life. I firmly believe that if therapy works, you should see tangible changes for the better outside of therapy room.

Something to know about my approach is:

I used evidenced-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Exposure Therapy (for anxiety), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), and more.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Autism-Related Challenges
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Health Anxiety
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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Map in Arlington, Virginia for David Rothman therapy location.
5.1 miles from you