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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating mental condition that can completely derail your life. It manifests with disturbing thoughts related to a traumatic event that happened a while ago. Sometimes the wounds of the trauma are so deep that you find it hard to function, and this is where therapy can help.

A licensed PTSD therapist can help you heal from traumatic events and regain a sense of calm and ease. Whether you are located in downtown Summit, the suburbs of Summit, other nearby places such as Bridgeview, Justice, or anywhere else in Illinois, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Symptoms of PTSD

PTSD presents in different ways depending on the individual. If you’re suffering from PTSD, you may experience symptoms such as:

  • Intrusive memories that manifest as nightmares, realistic flashbacks, or reactions to anything that reminds you of the traumatic event.
  • Increased reactiveness to external situations.
  • Mood changes including emotional numbness, hopelessness, and pessimism.

If you are wondering if you have PTSD, read this article for more information about PTSD symptoms.

It’s Never Too Late: Get Help for PTSD Today

A therapist who specializes in PTSD therapy can help you discover the source of your psychological stress and create a treatment plan to help you feel better. Use our free therapist matching tool to find a therapist today!

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Together we will engage in reviewing outcomes by sincerely acknowledging that our personal identities, experiences, and perspectives shape, in both positive and potentially problematic ways, our understanding and interactions with others.

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My style is practical and reality-based meaning that there are plenty of advantageous routes to interact with systems of power, privilege, and oppression. I reflect on these truths in delivering my clinical talks, choosing readings, & assignments.

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  • Anger Management
  • Career Counseling
  • Children
  • Coping Skills
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Together, we'll work hand in hand to establish a strong connection, cultivate a safe and supportive environment, and navigate through them at a pace that feels comfortable and empowering for you.

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I believe that each client has the tools within themselves, and I aim to meet my clients wherever they are. Whether you need short-term support or more long-term guidance, I'm here to adapt to your individual needs.

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Communication Skills
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Life Transitions
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Sometimes we will laugh - sometimes we will cry. We will work together to get you where you want to be.

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I will offer you a safe place to be your authentic self. There is nothing you could say that will scare me. I will always be honest with you which includes calling you out when I see something can be done differently.

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I am an empowerment therapist. I strive to empower my clients to have the mindset and tools that they need to overcome their present situation and to achieve the life that they so deserve

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My approach is eclectic. I take each individual, situation, and circumstance and I tailor my approach to what works best with that client

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start with a thoughtful, comprehensive diagnostic process to make sure we understand your experience. We'll then select a treatment approach, and gently but strategically dismantle OCD, PTSD, insomnia, skin-picking, etc--all from the comfort of home.


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Together, we will:

start with a thoughtful, comprehensive diagnostic process to make sure we understand your experience. We'll then select a treatment approach, and gently but strategically dismantle OCD, PTSD, insomnia, skin-picking, etc--all from the comfort of home.

Something to know about my approach is:

I specialize in offering new, evidence-based treatment options for OCD and related and co-occuring conditions that are more gentle and affirming than traditional approaches. These are friendly for neurodivergent folks and those with a trauma history.

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  • Harm OCD
  • Health Anxiety
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Pedophilic Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (POCD)
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