Find PTSD Therapists & Counselors in State College, PA.

 

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 State College, the suburbs of State College, other nearby places such as Lancaster, Harrisburg, or anywhere else in Pennsylvania, 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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My clients are free to discuss difficult relationships with others as well as any traumatic event they experienced and have been holding inside of themselves afraid to share this with anyone and are now ready to move toward resolution and healing.


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My clients are free to discuss difficult relationships with others as well as any traumatic event they experienced and have been holding inside of themselves afraid to share this with anyone and are now ready to move toward resolution and healing.

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My treatment plan is designed to diminish distress and to facilate a feeling of safety. Through a variety of treatment approaches we will work together to strengthen your mind, body and spirit so that you can have a more fulfiling life.

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  • Anxiety
  • Children of Divorce
  • Children of Parents With Substance Use Disorders
  • Combat Trauma
  • Complex Trauma
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Narcissistic Abuse
  • Parent of Sexual Abuse Survivor
  • Prolonged Grief Disorder
  • Trauma From Abuse
  • Veterans/Military Families
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I am an EMDR trained therapist, and I am passionate about helping others heal those trauma wounds that just feel stuck or frozen in place. My approach to therapy is eclectic–meaning that I pull from a variety of counseling methods.


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I am an EMDR trained therapist, and I am passionate about helping others heal those trauma wounds that just feel stuck or frozen in place. My approach to therapy is eclectic–meaning that I pull from a variety of counseling methods.

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I am not limited to working with only trauma survivors. I see children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, autism, and many other concerns.

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  • Addictions
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  • Adult ADHD
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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  • Childhood Issues
  • Christian Counseling
  • Couples
  • Depression
  • Financial Stress
  • Grief
  • High Anxiety
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Reunification
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  • Trauma
  • Women
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Isobella Cerceo
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Together, we will work in collaboration to co-create an approach to healing that is empowering, acknowledges your strengths, and sees you for the wonderfully complex human you are.


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Together, we will work in collaboration to co-create an approach to healing that is empowering, acknowledges your strengths, and sees you for the wonderfully complex human you are.

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My therapeutic style is best described as eclectic and utterly human. I passionately serve the mental health needs of my clients using inclusive therapeutic theories and techniques.

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  • Ethical Non-Monogamy
  • Neurodivergence
  • Religious Trauma
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Help you better understand yourself, identify & change unhelpful thought loops, learn & practice ways to build self esteem and improve your relationships with others, process & begin to heal from past trauma.


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Help you better understand yourself, identify & change unhelpful thought loops, learn & practice ways to build self esteem and improve your relationships with others, process & begin to heal from past trauma.

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I am a supportive and validating listener and I work to provide concrete strategies to help you move forward. I'm trauma-informed and consider the impact of class, race, gender identity, sexuality, and other societal factors in our work together.

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My goal is to help folks gain insight, learn new coping strategies, and increase their self-confidence, self-compassion, and self-advocacy. We will discuss your concerns through the lens of your identities, lived experiences, and unique contexts.


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My goal is to help folks gain insight, learn new coping strategies, and increase their self-confidence, self-compassion, and self-advocacy. We will discuss your concerns through the lens of your identities, lived experiences, and unique contexts.

Something to know about my approach is:

We will begin by building a solid foundation of trust and safety. From there, we will collaboratively set therapy goals which will guide the interventions and approaches utilized. I utilize an integrative and flexible approach to therapy.

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  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Complex Trauma
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