Professionals Who Specialize in Trauma Focused Therapy

Perel Goldstein, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • In-office Cedarhurst
  • $175 - $225

Perel Goldstein, LMHC, works with individuals and families using an attachment-based, relational approach to support healing, growth, and self-awareness.


"I bring an empathic and gentle presence to my work with individuals and families navigating a wide range of life transitions and adversities. At the heart of my approach is a deep respect for the therapeutic relationship—I believe …

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  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🧘 Calm

Yitzchok Wagshul, Ph.D.

Therapists, Doctor of Psychology, Ph.D

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $200
  • Insurance
  • 7 reviews

Yitzchok Wagshul, Ph.D. acknowledges the myth of a "one size fits all" approach & brings a diverse array of therapeutic techniques to help each client heal.


"One thing I’ve learned over the years is that there’s no “one size fits all” in psychotherapy, because every person has their own personality and life experience. I respect that, so I’ve put in a lot of time …

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  • 👂 Listener
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🧘 Calm

Aliza Tropper, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

  • In-office Cedarhurst
  • $175 - $250
  • 5 reviews

Aliza Tropper, LMHC, integrates various therapeutic modalities such as Mindfulness, CBT, DBT, EMDR, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to help her clients evolve.


"As the founder of Heartful Mental Health PLLC, my mission is to create a space where healing feels heart centered, authentic, and deeply human. At Heartful, we adopt a holistic perspective, integrating various therapeutic modalities such as Mindfulness, …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🌎 Holistic

Sarah Shasho, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Lakewood
  • $175 - $200

Sarah Shasho, LCSW, uses EMDR, IFS, somatic & expressive modalities to help clients heal from trauma, reconnect, & build emotional safety.


"My approach to therapy is grounded in the belief that healing happens in the context of safety, attunement, and connection. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel deeply seen — not just for what you’re …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm

Mendel Toron, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Aventura
  • $225 - $350
  • 4 reviews

Mendel Toron, LCSW, uses EMDR, IFS, psychodynamic, & somatic therapy to help clients address trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, & religious identity concerns.


"Through my work with clients, I began to notice a trend. While traditional talk therapy can be helpful, there often comes a point where people feel stuck in the same patterns, beliefs, and ways of responding, and struggle …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering

Rachel Lasarow, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office New York
  • $250

Rachel Lasarow, LCSW integrates various trauma modalities, attachment theory, CBT, DBT, and EFT, to address specific issues and promote holistic well-being.


"My therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based practices while also drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, tailored to each client's unique needs. I integrate techniques from various trauma modalities, attachment theory, cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, …

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  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded

Ari Poliakoff, LCSW, LCSW-C

Therapists, Psychotherapist

  • Remote only
  • $200 - $250
  • Insurance

Ari Poliakoff, LCSW, helps his clients build a foundation of self-support and empowerment themselves while they get "unstuck" & move towards healing & growth.


"Wouldn't it be great if your therapist didn't just listen to you, but helped YOU listen to yourself? You know, that part of yourself that gets lost among all your responsibilities and commitments and social media and stress …

  • 👂 Listener
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Rephael Perkel

Lifestream Coaching

  • In-office South Africa
  • $0 - $200
  • 10 reviews

Rephael Perkel is a life coach who uses IFS, Shadow Work, and Matrix Reimprinting to support clients with personal growth, healing, and change.


"At the heart of my approach is experiential process work, going beyond simply talking about challenges to engaging directly with the inner experiences that shape them. I empower people to access their own inner resources and wisdom, enabling …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🌎 Holistic

Rafi Smith, Psychotherapist

Therapists, Psychotherapist

  • In-office Jerusalem
  • $120
  • 2 reviews

Rafi Smith, Psychotherapist, helps Jewish teens and adults navigate life’s challenges with personalized therapy, building insight, resilience, and balance.


"I often describe my approach as helping people move from simply surviving to genuinely thriving. My goal is to create a warm, open, and safe space where you can feel fully seen, heard, and accepted. In that space, …

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  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🧘 Calm

Anna Fineberg

Therapists, PhD

  • Remote only
  • $200

With warmth and empathy, I incorporate humor and metaphor to help you gain awareness of thought and behavior patterns that may be contributing to your distress.


"My therapeutic approach is characterized by warmth, empathy, and collaboration. I work with my clients using practical, evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to equip them with the tools and strategies to navigate life beyond therapy. …

  • 🧘 Calm
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener

Chana Lampner, LCSW, ATR-P

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Art Therapist

  • In-office Lakewood
  • Insurance

Chana Lampner, LCSW, ATR-P, specializes in trauma, personal growth, & women's issues, using Art Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, IFS, & attachment-based approaches


"My approach to therapy is integrative, drawing from a variety of therapeutic interventions, including Art Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and inner parts work. Each of these modalities can help individuals reach a place of healing …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Nechama Tropper, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Toms River
  • $150 - $200
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Nechama Tropper, LCSW, uses DBT and trauma-informed therapy to help teens and young adults build coping skills, heal early wounds, and strengthen family dynamics.


"My approach to therapy is grounded in the principles of DBT, which means I focus on balancing compassion with growth. I work hard to meet clients exactly where they are so they can sit with their emotions, feel …

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  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🥇 Empowering

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Understanding Trauma-Focused Therapy: Trauma-Focused Therapy is an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals who have experienced trauma. It aims to address the psychological and emotional impact of traumatic events, allowing individuals to process their experiences, reduce symptoms of trauma-related disorders, and regain a sense of control and well-being. Application and Scope of Trauma-Focused Therapy: Trauma-Focused Therapy is highly effective in treating individuals who have experienced various forms of trauma, including abuse, accidents, combat, or natural disasters. It is often used to treat conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and can be applied across different age groups, from children to adults. What to Expect in Trauma-Focused Therapy Sessions: In Trauma-Focused Therapy sessions, individuals work with a trained therapist who employs evidence-based techniques to help them process and heal from trauma. Therapists may use approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) to address trauma-related symptoms and distressing memories. The therapy provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals to gradually work through their trauma and develop coping strategies.

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