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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in New Jersey

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in New Jersey

PTSD symptoms like intrusive thoughts, nightmares, and avoidance respond well to specialized trauma-focused approaches including CPT, Prolonged Exposure, and EMDR. In New Jersey, Headway offers accessible trauma therapy with providers experienced in helping clients rebuild safety and resilience after difficult experiences.

Kristin Yakovchuk

Kristin Yakovchuk

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I take a client centered, conversational, and trauma informed approach, working collaboratively to help you build confidence and create meaningful change.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ami Telaj

Ami Telaj

Therapist

Virtual • Toms River, NJ


“I will meet you where you are at as I believe in a client centered approach where we work together on finding the path to your personal and therapeutic needs.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Murla Ecclesiaste

Murla Ecclesiaste

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Morristown, NJ


“I understand that seeking help can be daunting, and I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where individuals can express themselves freely.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Lisa Merritt

Dr. Lisa Merritt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lawrence Township, NJ


Hello, I’m Dr. Lisa Merritt, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). I specialize in mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults, and I’m passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where individuals feel heard and respected.

With a background in both clinical leadership and community-based care, I focus on treating the whole person, addressing mental health, substance use, and the social factors that affect well-being. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, my goal is to work alongside you to find realistic, compassionate, and evidence-based solutions.

I look forward to supporting you on your path toward healing and growth.

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Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emmanuel Ameyibor

Emmanuel Ameyibor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bridgewater, NJ


“Emmanuel is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and has over 6 years of mental health nursing experience caring for patients across the lifespan.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nina Moore

Nina Moore

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Marlton, NJ


“I take a holistic, collaborative approach—considering biological, psychological, and social factors—so treatment is tailored to your unique needs, preferences, and goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Teresa Omwenga

Teresa Omwenga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maplewood, NJ


“She believes that every individual deserves to feel a sense of well-being and takes great pride in helping people navigate their mental health journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Giselle Sosa

Giselle Sosa

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I focus on clients strengths and help them identify and change the limiting beliefs that are preventing them from becoming the best version of themselves.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Pekisheva

Diana Pekisheva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Totowa, NJ


“At Safe Harbor, we prioritize ensuring every individual feels heard, as we believe this is fundamental to meaningful healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Wildflowers Within Counseling

Wildflowers Within Counseling

Therapist

Virtual • Mount Laurel Township, NJ


“My approach combines evidence-based interventions like CBT, ERP, and the Gottman Method with a compassionate, down-to-earth style...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Psychologist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My mission is to offer you a safe, affirming space to explore your life, your story, and what matters most to you.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Kristi Corcoran

Dr. Kristi Corcoran

Psychologist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I provide a compassionate and acceptance-based environment which encourages clients to embrace vulnerability and growth to facilitate reflection, healing, and change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Y. Yitz Wenick

Dr. Y. Yitz Wenick

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Teaneck, NJ


“I specialize in working with high-risk clients, individuals with personality disorders and people with complex mental health histories...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Elyon Obamedo

Dr. Elyon Obamedo

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Jersey City, NJ


“I promise to be personable, attentive, and to listen to your story. I am committed to a holistic approach to care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kimberly Claudio

Kimberly Claudio

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and client-centered, always tailored to meet individuals and families where they are while supporting their unique goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tracy Hamolko

Tracy Hamolko

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I have worked in areas of substance abuse, mental health and with children and families. I am compassionate and assess each client's needs and personal goals.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sharonda Moore-Forehand

Dr. Sharonda Moore-Forehand

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Morristown, NJ


“I am committed to helping my patients feel understood, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Josephine Lopez

Josephine Lopez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Caldwell, NJ


“I believe effective treatment starts with truly listening and creating a safe space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Danielle Faul

Danielle Faul

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I provide a warm, supportive and nonjudgemental space where you can feel safe to explore you experiences, heal from past wounds and create meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hieka Wiese

Hieka Wiese

Therapist

Virtual • Scotch Plains, NJ


“Hieka would like her clients to feel heard and relieved with knowing that they are receiving the best possible care...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Laura Perez

Laura Perez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I help people slow down, breathe again, and reconnect with the parts of themselves they've had to silence just to get through the day.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emmanuel Owusu

Emmanuel Owusu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am driven to taking wholistic approach in my treatments combining medication and psychotherapy to successfully attain optimal health.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Neken Pringle

Neken Pringle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Amboy, NJ


“My approach is calm, collaborative, and focused on helping you feel heard while finding practical solutions that fit your daily life.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Virginia Njihia

Virginia Njihia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Maplewood, NJ


“My approach blends evidence-based care with deep empathy, ensuring each client feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lakisha Cummings

Lakisha Cummings

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients often tell me they feel comfortable opening up with me because I'm easy to talk to, nonjudgmental, and genuinely invested in their well-being.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sound Advice Counseling & Psychotherapy Llc

Sound Advice Counseling & Psychotherapy Llc

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Our approach is client-centered, meaning we work with you to create a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kimberlee VanBurch

Kimberlee VanBurch

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe in a person-centered and strength-based processes and use an eclectic approach based on the individual.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Joseph Williams

Joseph Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Palmyra, NJ


“I have extensive experience in mental health and have developed a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amy Loder

Amy Loder

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have a warm and creative approach, but I also take an empowering and active role to help promote growth for clients.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Yuen Ling Ho

Yuen Ling Ho

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My experiences and passions help me to create safe space for clients to process their distress in different developmental stages.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Hirsch

Rachel Hirsch

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hackensack, NJ


“Clients will feel better when they have a session with me. Not because their problems are gone, but because they get to be honest, cry, laugh, and feel connected to someone who cares.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jillian Higbee

Jillian Higbee

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Hi! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I work with teens, young adults, and middle-aged adults on a variety of concerns, including anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I also have a special interest in supporting clients with eating disorders, body image, and body positivity, including HAES approaches, and offer family-based support when helpful. I aim to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and supported.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Uchenna Ekeabu

Uchenna Ekeabu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cherry Hill Township, NJ


“My philosophy as a Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner revolves around delivering compassionate, holistic, and patient-centered care...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Harpreet Kaur

Harpreet Kaur

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Plainfield, NJ


As a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC), I provide comprehensive, evidence-based care to individuals receiving inpatient and outpatient services through Rutgers Behavioral Health. I work with patients navigating a wide range of mental health challenges, with a focus on individualized, compassionate treatment. My goal is to help you achieve symptom relief, strengthen resilience, and move toward a more stable and fulfilling life aligned with your personal goals

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Anne Scherbina

Anne Scherbina

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I obtained my Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Monmouth University. I am certified in Polyvagal Theory

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tristan Brooks

Tristan Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I specialize in working with BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals and am deeply committed to providing affirming, inclusive care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Obi

Kevin Obi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to empower clients to take an active role in their mental health journey and equip them with the tools they need to thrive.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Helen Raiani

Helen Raiani

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients can expect to have a greater understanding of themselves, greater self awareness and increased self esteem.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rocio Jenkins

Rocio Jenkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Emerson, NJ


I’m Rocio Jenkins, MSN, APN, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing evidence-based, compassionate care to adults and adolescents across New Jersey.

I specialize in anxiety disorders, ADHD, depression, trauma-related conditions, and women’s mental health. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, burned out, or unsure whether medication is the right next step. My role is to help you gain clarity, emotional stability, and confidence in your treatment plan.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Sepulveda

Jessica Sepulveda

Therapist

Virtual • Sea Bright, NJ


“My style is energetic, and I provide tailored evidence-based strategies to support you in navigating complex emotional, behavioral, and family challenges with confidence and clarity.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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