Find PTSD Therapists & Counselors in Portsmouth, VA.

 

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 Portsmouth, the suburbs of Portsmouth, other nearby places such as Chesapeake, Norfolk, or anywhere else in Virginia, 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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Uncover your struggles with perfectionism, confidence and codependency. Life experiences teach us everything we know about the world. That voice you hear is your pain talking. Let's get to the root of your struggles with depression and anxiety.


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Uncover your struggles with perfectionism, confidence and codependency. Life experiences teach us everything we know about the world. That voice you hear is your pain talking. Let's get to the root of your struggles with depression and anxiety.

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I see those costumes you are wearing with the people in your life. I will empower you to first remove those costumes with me. It's time to show up as yourself every day with everyone. Are you tired of being emotionally constipated?

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We will work together to heal past or current traumas, griefs and losses, and addictions, if that's a concern. All the while, we will be identifying and building on your strengths, moving towards a life that feels meaningful and engaged for you.


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We will work together to heal past or current traumas, griefs and losses, and addictions, if that's a concern. All the while, we will be identifying and building on your strengths, moving towards a life that feels meaningful and engaged for you.

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I take a trauma-informed approach to therapy, so our work together will be collaborative. I use a range of approaches including EMDR, FLASH, Adaptive Disclosure, talk therapy, and more to help you heal and build the life you want.

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Explore your coping methods and unlock new strategies to help you live your best life. What you may experience as symptoms are actually solutions to problems that we need to explore together and find new ways of solving.

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As a psychologist, I use powerful assessment methods to help you "look under the hood" and better understand yourself and your specific dilemmas of change. We collaborate and use our curiosity to really understand you without shame.

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Together, we will work to identify the root cause(s) of what brings you to therapy. This road can be tough at times, but my goal is to listen to you, be curious about your goals and help you forge a path forward into growth and healing.


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Together, we will work to identify the root cause(s) of what brings you to therapy. This road can be tough at times, but my goal is to listen to you, be curious about your goals and help you forge a path forward into growth and healing.

Something to know about my approach is:

I do not to use 'cookie-cutter' approaches, rather I value my clients as individuals and appreciate their uniqueness. Becaue of this belief, I like to actively engage with my clients, creating a collaborative environment towards goals and solution.

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Examine how your past is connected to your present, identify problematic relationship patterns, and figure out how you want to apply these insights to your life so that you can be kinder to yourself, enjoy deeper relationships, and live with meaning.

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I will help you to slow down and lean INTO your emotions, especially the uncomfortable ones you’re so good at avoiding. Psychodynamic psychotherapy is an intense process, but I will support and guide you as we explore the terrain of your inner life.

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