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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in New York
“My goal as a therapist is to support you in building a deeper understanding of yourself, finding healing, and working through life's challenges with compassion and care.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultations
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“I am a compassionate and nonjudgmental therapist. I work with people who struggle with chronic illnesses, complex PTSD, and grief.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Women's Issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I am here to remind you of the light that you have within and the beauty, humor, joy, and love that exists.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultations
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“She believes that people are inherently creative, and that self-expression is essential to healing and personal growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“I provide a relaxed atmosphere... Patients and their caregivers will leave the office educated on diagnoses, confident with treatment plans and with all questions or concerns answered.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultations
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“My goal in recommending any treatment is to educate you about its benefits and risks, and my rationale for providing it.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultations
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“Every client will expect to walk away with a clear understanding of their diagnosis, how their medications work, their purpose, and the expected benefits.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I provide a safe, supportive space where clients can begin to feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultations
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“Many times while using CBT, you will learn to challenge your thought patterns; recognize them as they're happening, and challenge them in an effort to make yourself feel better moving forward.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“It's hard going through change alone, I provide a warm, safe and supportive environment where you can discuss, explore and navigate through any concerns.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“You can expect to feel like you have an ally every session that will affirm your strengths, use clinical expertise to shed light on your challenges, and work with you to develop solutions that work for you.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I focus my life and my life's work on the advancement of oppressed identities overall wellbeing in mind, body, and spirit.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“You can expect the therapy to provide you with a deeper understanding and acceptance of who you are...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I have a background in working with 9/11 survivors, individuals experienced in non-traditional relationships, the LGBTQ+ community, and those undergoing major life changes.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My specialty is finding the root of the problem, exposing it to the sunlight, and helping it move from the place it has been stuck to create room for growth and healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultations
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“As a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, I consider myself a fellow traveler - a human helping other humans navigate their own journeys.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultations
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“I believe strongly that our most important life achievements can only be attained when our emotions are steady, our thoughts are reality-based, and our self esteem declares that we are worthy of success.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Life's ebbs and flows often place us in a constant state of unrest. I'd love to help you navigate past and present challenges, fostering peace, stability, and healing.
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Therapy with me isn't about fixing you—it's about coming home to yourself and unlearning the narratives that were never yours to carry.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nicole Layer is a compassionate Mental Health Counselor licensed in New York. She is a clinician who brings warmth, empathy, and deep dedication to her clinical work, creating a supportive space where clients feel seen, heard, and genuinely cared for. Nicole holds a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Hofstra University and remains committed to ongoing professional growth to best serve the evolving needs of her clients. Rooted in a person first and trauma informed philosophy, Nicole works with individuals navigating a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal difficulties, personality disorders, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. She specializes in working with clients across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum, providing affirming care that honors the complexity of identity, fosters self-acceptance, and supports individuals in navigating both internal and external challenges. Nicole is also trained in EMDR and has a particular focus on trauma treatment, drawing on this advanced training to help clients process complex experiences and reconnect with a sense of safety, self trust, and inner stability. Her therapeutic style is characterized by empathy, psychoeducation, and transparency, offering clients both support and practical tools to move forward with confidence and clarity. Clinically, Nicole integrates a range of evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions. She tailors her approach to each client, prioritizing their individuality and unique lived experience over diagnostic labels. Her goal is to cultivate a therapeutic environment where growth, healing, and resilience can unfold naturally as well as organically.
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“Drawing from my personal experiences as a Queer, Latine, non-binary therapist, I bring a unique blend of cultural awareness and humility...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“My goal is to form a strong therapeutic connection with my clients so that we can dive into their world and process their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over three and a half years of experience specializing in trauma-informed care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultations
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“My counseling style is warm and interactive, I believe it is important to treat anyone with respect and dignity, to empower them and instill confidence in a compassionate manner.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“My practice is especially welcoming to immigrants, first-generation Americans, and individuals navigating bicultural identities.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I have a warm and nurturing style, believing that often only when we feel supported by another are we are best able to realize our potential.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My mission is to provide you with the support and tools needed to transform your plans into meaningful actions that can significantly change your life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative and holistic, combining thoughtful evaluation, therapy, and when appropriate, carefully tailored medication.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Hello, my name is Chris Jones and I am a licensed therapist residing in upstate New York. I received my Master’s in Social Work from Syracuse University in 1999 and have been in this field of work ever since. The majority of my experience has been working with teenagers and adults on mental health and environmental challenges.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I am your partner in your journey, who offers a safe space to understand, assess & adjust choices, decisions, and deep feelings.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I believe that you are the expert on your own life. I approach the therapeutic process with curiosity, empathy, compassion, and an eagerness to learn your story.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“During our first session you can expect from me to listen of why you have decided at this time to come to therapy, what you would like your goals to be and together we can together make a plan to help you achieve those goals and live a better life!”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultations
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“I am a compassionate, solution-focused psychiatric nurse practitioner dedicated to providing personalized, judgment-free care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
I'm a queer therapist, specialized in working with the LGBTQIA+ community from an anti-oppressive lens.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultations
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“Dr. Clemons offers individuals a space where you can pause, reflect, and move in a forward direction.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultations
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“Therapy is more than problem-solving. It's a practice of self actualization— learning to hold discomfort with courage, to relate to oneself with compassion, and to live intentionally.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“I incorporate humor and a holistic, client-centered perspective, honoring your autonomy and walking alongside you throughout the process.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultations
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“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in the belief that each person is the expert on their own experience.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultations
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“I strive to provide acceptance, compassion, and empathy allowing each individual the space to explore what gives meaning, value, and purpose in their lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
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