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Our therapists offer trauma therapy in Amherst, MA

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Boston

As a bi-cultural Black woman, I am committed to providing intentional and culturally responsive work....

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Boston

Life can present challenges that take us by surprise and sometimes we just need a little help....

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Westborough

I am an open minded and flexible clinician who doesn't back down from a challenge....

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Attleboro

As a social worker, I understand how challenging life stressors can be and the impact it can have on overall happiness, I want to ...

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Newton

As a clinician, I understand that building therapeutic rapport is an essential step in addressing your mental health needs and hel...

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Lexington

Joy Gallon is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the State of Massachusetts who has over 13 years of experience part...

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Salem

Stephen Medina is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 7 years of experience providing care to children, adolescents,...

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Salem

Christine Burgess is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has 15 years of experience working with adolescent...

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Leominster

Meghan Kelley is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 5 years of experience in the mental health field. Meg has expe...

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Newton

I believe one of the most important things I can do as your therapist is to provide a safe and supportive environment that allows ...

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Brookline

I have come to understand that each individual navigates life challenges in a unique way. Through my experiences, I have realized ...

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Framingham

Cheers to you for reaching out and prioritizing your mental health, overall wellness, and happiness! This is not always an easy st...

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Leominster

I am compassionate and committed to helping people enhance their well-being....

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Cambridge

I believe there is true beauty in helping others become the best version of themselves; however, to allow that to happen, I must f...

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Boston

As a military veteran, I understand the corrosive nature of trauma and the unique obstacles that living with trauma-related sympto...

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Cambridge

As a USAF veteran and psychotherapist, I bring both compassion and resilience to our work together, and I'm here to walk beside yo...

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Worcester

Life may feel like a wild ride sometimes, but I'm here to support you through the ups and downs in a no-judgment space that's all...

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Boston

Having spent over a decade in the U.S. as an immigrant from China, I understand the unique challenges faced by those with multicul...

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Boston

As a woman of color and a mom myself, I understand the issues our different communities are presented with on a daily basis with ...

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Cambridge

As a queer-identified woman and mother, I understand the unique issues we are facing as a community in these trying times....

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Cambridge

I like to focus on a fun way to get to the root of the diagnosis in a judgment-free zone!...

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Newton

I have a wide range of experience with behavioral health disorders that include bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood ...

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Boston

Life can be stressful, busy, and sometimes overwhelming, and I love helping people find their path forward....

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Framingham

Lena Nganga is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with more than 15 years of experience assisting teens, adults...

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Framingham

As a psychoanalyst, I use a client-centered, holistic approach that prioritizes the human being beyond the diagnosis, and connects...

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Salem

I believe in working collaboratively with my clients, meeting them where they are and utilizing strengths to explore solutions....

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Cambridge

I’ve had the privilege of working in a wide range of mental health settings, from substance abuse treatment facilities to crisis s...

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Lexington

I believe that healing is a journey of self-awareness and a remembrance of the inherent worth and completeness that is our birthri...

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Westborough

I meet clients where they are, offering compassion and understanding as I support them in achieving their goals and overcoming lif...

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Cambridge

I seek to understand the complexities of what it means to be human in a rapidly changing environment....

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Leominster

I work to make sure that my clients feel empowered and not stigmatized by any mental health issues that they are experiencing....

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Brookline

Analisa is a Licensed Independent Certified Social Worker in Boston, MA. She specializes in treating individuals who struggle wit...

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Leominster

As a trauma-informed clinician and mother, I understand how complex and deeply personal the journey toward healing can be....

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Boston

As a provider with 10 years of experience, I am committed to exploring emotional depth and believe in the profound impact of facin...

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Attleboro

Asking for help can be overwhelming, but confronting choices on a daily basis can become easier with the right support system in p...

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Lexington

I believe everyone deserves respect and dignity as it takes courage to seek professional help and implement change, and I utilize ...

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Lexington

I am grateful for the long life I’ve lived so far and hopeful for many more years. Through clients and coworkers, I’ve learned tha...

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Salem

I am dedicated to creating a safe, empathetic space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings....

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Quincy

Caring and creative licensed professional with over 16 years' experience in education, mental health, and healthcare sectors, brin...

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Westborough

I'll help you process, organize, and clarify your values and priorities to make choices and decisions that will help you accomplis...

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Worcester

We are all on a journey of moving towards our happiest and best selves - I want to offer a helping hand toward you in this process...

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Cambridge

I understand the complex and dynamic needs associated with mental health challenges—and can help you fulfill those needs....

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Brookline

As a therapist, I am committed to providing a warm and welcoming environment where you will feel safe, respected, and heard....

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Worcester

The core values that guide our work together will be rooted in empathic understanding, validation, and the creative use of evidenc...

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Brookline

As a Psychotherapist with 10+ years of clinical experience, I have been able to witness the impressive transformation folks have b...

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Cambridge

Once you take the first step of coming to therapy, my goal is that you leave each session with something tangible to practice or u...

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Boston

As a passionate clinician, navigating the challenging experience of life, I look forward to meeting with you as we embark on a jou...

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Boston

As a clinical psychologist trained as a generalist with over 20+ years of experience and specialty training in treating anxiety, d...

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Lexington

Like you, I hold many identities (i.e. queer, neurodivergent, female, etc) and I recognize that each of your unique identities is ...

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Quincy

Mary Ellen Smith is a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 37 years of experience in nursi...

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Cambridge

Margaret Oloyede is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practioner with 8 years of experience treating adults who are struggling to ...

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Boston

As a gay cisgender bicultural man of color, I understand the unique challenges of identity exploration and intersectionality....

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Starting Trauma therapy in Amherst

What is trauma therapy?

Trauma therapy is a therapeutic approach that focuses on treating the psychological impact of traumatic events on individuals. Trauma therapy helps people process and heal from their trauma by guiding them through their trauma in a compassionate and supportive way, allowing clients to feel the full scope of what happened to them and eventually move on from the event(s). This process helps people who have experienced trauma find ways to feel safe in their lives.

How does trauma therapy work?

Trauma therapy will often require individuals to walk through their experiences in a controlled and compassionate setting (unless the client has a dissociative disorder) so that they can fully process the event, an activity that will allow them to move on from what happened and feel safe again. Thriveworks Amherst therapists will also help clients learn healthy coping mechanisms to deal with their symptoms outside of therapy.

Is trauma therapy conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks trauma counseling in Amherst, MA is conducted both in person and online through online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does trauma therapy last?

If an individual is working through a single event that occurred during adulthood, they may only need a few months of treatment. However, in instances of childhood trauma or repeated traumatic events, therapy may continue over the course of years. Trauma therapy usually ends when the client believes they have met their therapeutic goals, however long that takes to occur. Thriveworks therapists in Amherst, MA will continue to provide care for as long as necessary to help clients meet their therapeutic needs.

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Trauma Counseling – Therapists and Counselors in Amherst, MA

For those who suffer from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), it’s important to know that therapy can help. Call Thriveworks Amherst today at (413) 634-4805 to see a PTSD therapist.

Causes of Trauma

PTSD may result from any one of the following traumatic occurrences and situations:

  • The unexpected or sudden death of a loved one such as a car accident or suicide
  • Experiencing a serious injury (for example, burns, dog attack), life-threatening illness (e.g., cancer) or a major surgery (e.g., heart surgery)
  • Undergoing episodes of bullying as a child or adolescent
  • Being in harm’s way in combat during active
  • Experienced physical and/or sexual abuse either as an adult or child
  • Surviving a natural disaster such as a hurricane, flood, fire, or earthquake
  • Witnessing a violent or another horrific event
  • Surviving automobile or other transportation accident
  • The infidelity of a spouse or long-term partner

Signs and Symptoms

Below are a list of signs and symptoms of PTSD:

Re-experiencing symptoms include:

  • Flashbacks such as the cognitive and emotional recall of horrific incidents that keep recurring
  • Ongoing physical symptoms such as a racing heart, sweating breathing or difficulty
  • Horrific dreams and nightmares
  • Fearful thoughts that are Persistent and uncontrollable

Avoidance symptoms include:

People who suffer may actively stay away from certain places, locations, situations or events. Often, the person suffering from PTSD do not consciously realize that they are avoiding these situations. They may also be avoiding seemingly random objects that generate thoughts or feelings related to the traumatic event.

Arousal and reactivity symptoms include:

  • Frequent irritability, agitation, and angry outbursts
  • An easily triggered startle reflex

Cognition and mood symptoms include:

  • Difficulty recalling important aspects of the traumatic event or not remembering it at all
  • Poor self-image often with a corresponding negative outlook toward the world
  • Unrealistic sense of guilt and shame
  • No longer interested in previously preferred activities

Treatments and Therapies

Many types of therapies have demonstrated effectiveness in the removal of symptoms. Some focus on specific symptoms while other concentrate on improving an individual’s ability to function at their jobs, at home or in other social contexts. Treating clinicians with experience and training know how to combine different therapies if needed to achieve maximum effectiveness.

Some strategies that have been shown to be effective include:

  • Teaching victims of PTSD to identify survivors’ guilt, self-blame, and other feelings that may be associated with trauma
  • Provide guidance to the trauma victim on how to overcome specific symptoms such as improving sleep, diet, exercise habits and other habits or behavior that improves the body’s ability to handle stress
  • Using educational methods to help the trauma survivor to understand what they are experiencing and why
  • Train the trauma survivor in the use of effective coping skills such as relaxation exercises, guided imagery and anger-management techniques

Schedule Trauma Therapy at Thriveworks Amherst

If you or someone you care for is a survivor of a traumatic event and experiencing symptoms of PTSD that are having a negative effect on their daily routine, a therapist at Thriveworks Amherst can be of great help. The professional therapists at Thriveworks-Amherst are skilled at both assessing and treating symptoms of trauma. They are also skilled at identifying and implementing the treatment that is right for you.

So, call Thriveworks today at 413-634-4805. Thriveworks Amherst counselors are leaders in their field and ready to work with you. There is no need to continue your search for answers to your problems. The counselors at Thriveworks are ready to partner with you to improve your life.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Amherst accept 24 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Harvard Pilgrim

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Self-pay costs at Amherst
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Amherst is located in the same building as Yoga Center Amherst and Mexcalito Taco Bar. We are right by the intersection of Kellogg Ave and Boltwood Walk, and nearby is the intersection of Kellogg Ave and N Pleasant Street. Near this intersection is Build Yoga and Wellness, The Halal Cart, Richard’s Coin Exchange, and a US Post Office.

Phone number

(413) 340-5164

Languages spoken by MA providers

  • English
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