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Milford
Joana Lauture
Joana Lauture
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Aetna, Cigna | Evernorth, Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage, +14 more
Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, +6 more

As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I am committed to promoting mental health awareness and reducing the stigma associated with mental illness. I str... As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I am committed to promoting mental health awareness and reducing the stigma associated with mental illness. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for my patients, where they feel empowered to share their experiences without fear of judgment. By fostering open conversations and providing education, I hope to pave the way for more individuals to seek help and understand their mental health needs. Read more

Next opening: Thu May 1, 12 pm View all availability
Manchester
Marcia Hughes
Marcia Hughes She/Her
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Aetna, Cigna | Evernorth, Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network, +3 more
LGBTQIA+, Anger, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Self Esteem, +8 more

My 25+ years of experience dedicated to promoting well-being for individuals from backgrounds of all kinds has shown me that it is through having a co... My 25+ years of experience dedicated to promoting well-being for individuals from backgrounds of all kinds has shown me that it is through having a connection with supportive others that we are able to overcome emotional challenges, take steps toward healing, and make positive changes in our lives. Read more

Next opening: Mon Apr 28, 5 pm View all availability
Manchester
Samantha Boisvert
Samantha Boisvert She/Her
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Aetna, Cigna | Evernorth, Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage, +12 more
Anger, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, +8 more

I believe each individual can heal and make lasting changes.

Next opening: Mon Apr 28, 10 am View all availability
West Hartford
Marie Courtemanche
Marie Courtemanche She/Her
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Aetna, Cigna | Evernorth, Compsych, +14 more
Military / Veteran, Coping Skills, Men’s Issues, Stress, Women’s Issues, +10 more

I'm here to help! Let's explore your options together and choose the path to wellness that works best for you.

Next opening: Tue Apr 29, 2:30 pm View all availability
Milford
George Ramos
George Ramos
PMHNP FNP DNP
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Connecticut | BCBS, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Connecticut Medicare Advantage, +15 more
Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, +6 more

Next opening: Tue Apr 29, 9 pm View all availability
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What is your go-to approach for PTSD/trauma therapy?

My go-to approach for helping people in PTSD/trauma therapy is patience and DBT. I prefer these approaches because DBT can support better coping skills to better regulate emotions, and it is important to allow a client to share their history at their own pace.

What tools do you teach in PTSD/trauma therapy?

I teach the following tools in PTSD/trauma therapy:

  • Emotional regulation
  • Distress tolerance
  • Interpersonal resolution
  • Coping skills
  • Boundaries
  • Validation

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in PTSD/trauma therapy?

I know a client is making meaningful progress in PTSD/trauma therapy when they are able to use their coping skills to limit their emotional reactivity when processing trauma.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement PTSD/trauma therapy?

Clients can supplement their time in PTSD/trauma therapy by using grounding techniques when experiencing distress and practicing mindfulness journaling to present in therapy.

What should someone do to prepare for starting PTSD/trauma therapy?

To prepare for their first PTSD/trauma therapy session, someone can expect to be met with compassion and understanding and to create a safe space and develop comfort.

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Starting Trauma therapy

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 Norwalk 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 Norwalk, CT 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 Norwalk, CT will continue to provide care for as long as necessary to help clients meet their therapeutic needs.

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Trauma Therapy and PTSD Counseling in Norwalk, CT—Trauma Therapists, Counselors

While we can’t change the past, we can change how we process and respond to the traumatic event moving forward. We can choose to work with a trauma therapist who can help us wrap our minds around what we have experienced, accept it, and allow ourselves to move on.

Trauma therapy at Thriveworks Counseling in Norwalk, CT is available. You can schedule a session with a trauma therapist or counselor by reaching out to our office to get the help that you need at (203) 349-9607.

What Does Trauma Look Like? How Does It Feel?

Traumatic experiences are distressing and/or disturbing. Oftentimes, they have a negative psychological impact on those who witness them. Traumatic experiences include physical or mental abuse, violence, the death of a loved one, natural disasters, bullying, military combat, and more.

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) lists the following symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which often develops as the result of trauma:

  • Distressing memories of the trauma
  • Flashbacks
  • Difficulty falling and/or staying asleep
  • Loss of interest in day-to-day activities
  • Detachment from others and one’s everyday life
  • Lack of happiness and fulfillment
  • Reckless behavior
  • Psychological distress when exposed to triggers

Consider reaching out to Thriveworks in Norwalk. You must talk to a professional about what you’ve been through, so they can help you manage your PTSD symptoms and heal from your trauma.

How Does Trauma Therapy Work?

Trauma therapy combines different therapy techniques to help people deal with their trauma and manage the harmful symptoms that might transpire. Trauma therapy can help you to:

  • Accept the traumatic event that you have experienced
  • Reduce or cope with harmful symptoms of PTSD
  • Rebuild your confidence and strength
  • Improve day-to-day functioning
  • Feel excited about your present and future again

Work with a Trauma Therapist at Thriveworks in Norwalk, CT

Trauma therapy can benefit any individual who has been exposed to a traumatic event. If you are struggling post-trauma, please consider reaching out to Thriveworks in Norwalk, CT for our professional guidance, assistance, and support. We have providers on our team who specialize in trauma therapy and who would be happy to join you on your journey of healing.

Thriveworks Counseling in Norwalk, CT is ready for you—call us at (203) 349-9607 today.

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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 Norwalk therapists and counselors accept 16 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Connecticut | BCBS

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Connecticare

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

  • JP Farley Corporation

  • Medicare CT

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Self-pay costs at Norwalk
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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64 Wall Street Suite 200
Norwalk, CT 06850

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Norwalk is located near the intersection of Wall Street and Isaacs Street, on the west side of the Norwalk River. We currently share a building with The Market Bar & Bistro, Bubbly’s Bubble Tea, and Wowww Nails. We are neighbored by Norwalk Dollar and Gift, Café Aroma, and the Bank of America Financial Center. The closest bus stop is 71 Wall Street.

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