Professionals Who Specialize in Trauma Focused Therapy

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 …

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

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 …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🧘 Calm

Ayala Ashear

Harmony Healing: Jewish Spiritual Healer / Feng Shui Consultant / Thai Body Practitioner

  • In-office Miami
  • $100 - $555
  • 5 reviews

Ayala Ashear uses mindfulness, breathwork, somatic therapy, and life coaching to help clients with anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, stress, and life transitions.


"My approach is compassionate, holistic, and centered on meeting each person exactly where they are. I believe the mind, body, emotions, and environment are deeply connected, and that each can offer valuable insight into our experiences and the …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💪 Challenging

Devorah Leah Knobloch, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Work

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $75 - $85
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Devorah Leah Knobloch, LMSW takes a client-centered approach, allowing you to guide the direction of therapy in the way you feel will be most helpful.


"I believe every individual is the expert on their own life. With that in mind, I take a client-centered approach, allowing you to guide the direction of therapy in the way you feel will be most helpful. For …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🎨 Creative
  • 🐣 Out of the box

Rachel Israel Heiser

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • Remote only
  • $100 - $150
  • Insurance

My aim is to help you develop and integrate coping skills and strategies that are unique to your situation, empowering you to improve your overall quality of life.


"In my practice, I embrace a person-centered and collaborative approach to therapy. It is important for me to deeply understand your reasons for seeking therapy, what methods have been helpful to you in the past, the obstacles you …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Shani Hochstadter, LPC

Therapists, Licensed Professional Counselor

  • Remote only
  • $200
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Shani Hochstadter, LPC, uses psychodynamic, IFS, EFT, & more, to help clients improve relationships, overcome emotional challenges, and navigate life transitions.


"I use a warm, collaborative approach, rooted in the belief that people’s experiences and stories deserve to be understood within the context of their lives and relationships. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where people feel …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🧘 Calm
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Mordy Gottlieb, LCSW

Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • In-office Monsey
  • $300
  • 1 review

Mordy Gottlieb, LCSW, specializes in men’s issues, trauma, shame, & intimacy using experiential methods like ART & psychodrama for lasting change.


"My approach is experiential, relational, and direct. I’m not here just to listen — I’m here to be with you in the work. Healing begins when we stop avoiding and start telling the truth. It happens when we …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🔥 Energetic
  • 🐣 Out of the box

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

Pessy (Paula) Neuwirth, MHC- LP, CASAC-T

Therapists, Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

  • In-office Brooklyn
  • $100 - $200
  • Insurance

Pessy Neuwirth incorporates an eccentric therapy style, blending creativity, humor, and unconventional strategies with evidence-based practices.


"My approach blends creativity, humor, and unconventional strategies with evidence-based practices to create a dynamic and engaging experience. I tailor each session to my client's unique needs, offering a space where you feel safe, supported, and understood. Therapy …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🐣 Out of the box

Talia Renner, RMHCI, MS

Therapists, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, Masters in Science

  • In-office Aventura
  • $175 - $360

Talia Renner, RMHCI, provides somatic, IFS, DBT, and CBT therapy for adults and couples navigating trauma, grief, identity, relationships, and generational patterns.


"I work integratively because I do not believe that one therapeutic method can fit every person, every struggle, or every story. My approach draws from somatic therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy …

  • 💪 Challenging
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🙏 Spiritual

Ilan Weinberg

Therapists, MFT Intern, Family & Teen Coach

  • In-office Kingston
  • $175
  • Insurance
  • 1 review

Ilan Weinberg, MFT, uses IFS, psychodynamic, somatic, & EFT approaches to support clients with trauma, relationships, anxiety, & family dynamics.


"My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and deeply relational. I believe meaningful change begins with feeling genuinely understood and seen, so I strive to create a space where you feel heard, respected, emotionally accompanied, and safe enough …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Shayna Linkenberg, LMHC

Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • In-office Monsey
  • $200
  • 1 review

Shayna Linkenberg, LMHC, draws from a blend of therapeutic techniques to deepen self-awareness, explore underlying emotions, and foster transformative experiences.


"In my approach to therapy, I hold a fundamental belief in the inherent capacity of every individual to heal and evolve from within. Central to my philosophy is the understanding that our connections with others play a vital …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 🙌 Affirming
  • 🧘 Calm

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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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