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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 Virginia Beach, Ashville Park, Bay Colony, Christopher Farms, or even Fairfield, 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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Erin Freeman
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Do the hard work to heal your body, brain, and spirit. We will walk down life's darker paths together to come to a place of healing and light. We will discover that today day not have to be a predictor of tomorrow and that life can look different.


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Together, we will:

Do the hard work to heal your body, brain, and spirit. We will walk down life's darker paths together to come to a place of healing and light. We will discover that today day not have to be a predictor of tomorrow and that life can look different.

Something to know about my approach is:

I truly am a holistic provider. I utilize a client tailored, trauma informed approach, including brainspotting, walk and talk therapy, somatic work, spiritual work, and mindfulness approaches.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Domestic Violence
  • Psychosomatic Issues
  • Sexual Trauma
  • Spirituality
  • Women’s Health
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Ashley Thomas
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Together, we will explore healing and fulfillment by addressing maladaptive behaviors, limiting beliefs, and traumatic activations that perpetuate dysfunctional cycles, paving the way for growth and transformation.


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Together, we will explore healing and fulfillment by addressing maladaptive behaviors, limiting beliefs, and traumatic activations that perpetuate dysfunctional cycles, paving the way for growth and transformation.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is intuitively led, meeting clients where they are while offering structure and support to explore and shift maladaptive behaviors or patterns. I use a combination of Emotional Freedom Technique and IFS parts in my work with clients.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Childhood Abuse or Neglect
  • Depression
  • Developmental Trauma
  • Grief
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Self-Esteem
  • Trauma
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Map in Virginia Beach, Virginia for Ashley Thomas therapy location.
7.7 miles from you
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Allison Russell
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Together, we’ll work towards uncovering your strengths, cultivating resilience, and fostering positive change. Our sessions will be a safe place where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment.


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Together, we’ll work towards uncovering your strengths, cultivating resilience, and fostering positive change. Our sessions will be a safe place where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment.

Something to know about my approach is:

I deeply value collaboration and transparency. I believe that therapy is most effective when clients and therapists work together as equal partners in the healing process.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Body Image
  • Communication Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Empowering Women
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Motherhood
  • Relationship Distress
  • Trauma
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Keisha F. Williams
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The individuals that I provide counseling to usually vary in their needs, but can include those seeking Substance Abuse and Biopsychosocial assessments. During services I assist these clients with creating treatment plans and reducing current risk.


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The individuals that I provide counseling to usually vary in their needs, but can include those seeking Substance Abuse and Biopsychosocial assessments. During services I assist these clients with creating treatment plans and reducing current risk.

Something to know about my approach is:

Using a person-centered approach I can help you extract your best personal outcomes. As a compassionate, and empathetic provider I will meet you where you are and guide you to where you wish to be.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Substance Abuse Education for Parents
  • Substance Abuse Prevention
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma
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Map in Norfolk, Virginia for Keisha F. Williams therapy location.
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Sheree Patterson
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The most important aspect of what we do is provide confidential and ethical work, to assist client’s to navigate the change they want to see. It is my goal to work with all individuals to obtain a healthier balance.


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The most important aspect of what we do is provide confidential and ethical work, to assist client’s to navigate the change they want to see. It is my goal to work with all individuals to obtain a healthier balance.

Something to know about my approach is:

My ultimate goal as a Counselor/Therapist is to provide an unbiased and open outlet to process emotions and feelings that present in the lives of my client’s. It is my goal to work with families, couples, individuals of varying age groups.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Anger Disorders
  • Anger Management
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Grief
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Persistant Depressive Disorder
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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Map in Norfolk, Virginia for Sheree  Patterson  therapy location.
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