Russ Vollmer

Trauma-Informed, Neurobiology-Based Therapy for Real-Life Healing and Growth

Hi, I’m Russ — a trauma-informed therapist who believes healing happens when you feel safe, understood, and genuinely supported. My clients often come to me carrying complex stories: trauma that spans years, overwhelming family dynamics, medical challenges, or emotional patterns that feel impossible to break. If that’s you, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself.

I bring a warm, conversational, and deeply human approach to therapy. I’m not a distant clinician sitting behind a clipboard. I show up authentically, with humor, compassion, and real-world experience. My clients tell me they appreciate that I’m direct, relatable, and easy to talk to — someone who can explain the brain in plain language, help untangle emotional knots, and walk with them through the hard stuff without judgment.

What I Specialize In

I work especially well with people who are dealing with:

• Complex trauma and PTSD
• Emotional overwhelm, anxiety, and depression
• ADHD, sensory sensitivity, and neurodivergence
• Psychosis, voice-hearing, or dissociation
• Caregiver stress and family system challenges
• LGBTQ+ identity, religious trauma, and life transitions
• Medical complexity, chronic illness, or recovery barriers

If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, dismissed, or overwhelmed by your experiences, you’ll find therapy with me grounding, validating, and empowering.

I became a therapist because helping people learn to love themselves again is one of the greatest honors of my life. I believe therapy should be a collaborative, empowering experience. I don’t tell you what to think or how to feel. Instead, I meet you exactly where you are—emotionally, psychologically, culturally, and spiritually—and we work together to explore your inner world, understand your experiences, and build the life you want.

I strive to create a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. Whether you’re navigating trauma, identity questions, relationship challenges, or major life transitions, I’m here to support you with compassion and clarity.

My goal is to help you build resilience, reclaim your voice, and create a life that feels more stable, meaningful, and authentically yours.

If You’re Ready, I’m Here

Whether you’re navigating trauma, managing overwhelming emotions, caring for others, or trying to rebuild after difficult experiences, I’d be honored to support you.

You deserve a therapist who shows up fully — with warmth, knowledge, and genuine care.

If this resonates with you, reach out. Let’s talk. Let’s begin your healing.

How I Work

My style is warm, collaborative, and practical. I blend trauma-informed care with neurobiology, cognitive-behavioral tools, somatic grounding, and creative approaches like metaphor work and expressive writing. I help you understand what’s happening in your brain and body, why you respond the way you do, and how to build new patterns that support healing.

I’m also a strong advocate. When life gets complicated — whether with medical systems, housing, or care coordination — I help you navigate the barriers that stand between you and stability.

What You Can Expect

Clients often tell me they feel:

• Safe and understood — no judgment, no pressure
• Seen and believed — your story matters
• Supported and empowered — we problem-solve together
• Hopeful and grounded — even when life feels heavy
• Challenged in a good way — with honesty, compassion, and respect