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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Abilene, TX

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Abilene, TX

In Abilene, Headway offers access to compassionate providers trained in trauma-focused therapies including exposure therapy, relaxation training, and DBT skills to address intrusive memories, nightmares, and avoidance patterns. With flexible scheduling and virtual options, you can begin your healing journey on your terms.

Stamatis Takis Bogdanos

Stamatis Takis Bogdanos

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I’m a seasoned psychotherapist who helps individuals and couples create healthy, fulfilling relationships—starting from within. My approach is warm, empathic, and solutions-focused, combining mindful insight with practical strategies for real-life change. Whether you’re healing from past wounds, navigating conflict, or seeking deeper connection, I offer a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore what’s holding you back and build the skills for lasting growth. Clients describe me as calm, grounding, and genuinely invested in their progress—someone who helps them feel seen, supported, and empowered to love with confidence and clarity.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tiana Gaylord

Tiana Gaylord

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I strive to create a compassionate space built for your growth. Drawing from a variety of approach's- CBT, DBT, EMDR, Somatic, Narrative, Gottman-I tailor our time together to your unique needs for an individualized experience.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Michelle Petmi

Dr. Michelle Petmi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to providing care is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and whole-person wellness. I believe in meeting each client where they are—emotionally, mentally, and culturally—while building a trusting relationship that allows for open,...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kiara Blue

Kiara Blue

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


It takes a village to become a new version of yourself. I would love to be a part of yours. I am Kiara Blue, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSW-A), passionate about partnering with individuals to bridge internal and external gaps in their lives. I am a proud HBCU graduate, advocate for education, and creative.

Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Barrientes

Elizabeth Barrientes

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


If your child is having big feelings, behavior changes, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, depression, or challenges in relationships, you may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure what to do next. I work with young children, adolescents, and caregivers to help children feel more connected, understood, and supported. My specialty is early childhood mental health, with a focus on children from birth to age 12. I use play therapy, sandtray therapy, EMDR, and parent support to help children process difficult experiences, build emotional regulation, and strengthen relationships at home.

I have spent more than 25 years supporting young children and caregivers in settings focused on development, behavior, attachment, and trauma. Over the past several years, I have also served as a Mental Health Consultant, providing assessment-informed interventions and therapeutic support grounded in Child-Centered Play Therapy. My work is warm, relationship-focused, and developmentally appropriate. My goal is to help children and families feel safe, supported, and able to move toward healing.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kimberly Dyke

Kimberly Dyke

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


If you're feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or bipolar disorder, you do not have to carry it alone. Therapy can be a place to feel heard, understood, and supported while you make sense of what you've been through. Together, we'll focus on helping you feel safer, more grounded, and better equipped to move through life with confidence and hope.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
James Jessup

James Jessup

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“With more than 20 years of experience, I help clients better understand themselves, identify patterns that may be keeping them stuck, and develop healthier ways of coping with life's challenges.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nadia Maynard

Nadia Maynard

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy should be a space where you do not have to explain away who you are, mask parts of yourself, or fit into someone else's expectations of healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Pantuso

Christina Pantuso

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


If you're dealing with anxiety, trauma, depression, or the kind of stress that follows you everywhere, you've found someone who understands how heavy that can feel. I work with adults, teens, and children, including families navigating hard seasons together. I'm also bilingual in English and Spanish — and I warmly welcome clients who feel more comfortable processing in Spanish. Over 8 years of practice, I've supported people through anger, relationship strain, OCD, panic, grief, and more. Whatever you're carrying, I'm here for it.

Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Margaret Terrie Alexander

Margaret Terrie Alexander

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pflugerville, TX


“My goal is to help you feel understood in a deeper way, even when words alone don't fully capture what you're going through.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Diabetes, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. George Kakkanatt

Dr. George Kakkanatt

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, relationship stress, or difficult life experiences? You might be struggling to manage emotions, feeling stuck in patterns that aren’t working, or unsure how to move forward. I work with children, teens, adults, and couples facing challenges like depression, trauma, family conflict, and major life transitions. Together, we’ll create a space where you feel understood, supported, and equipped with tools to build confidence, improve relationships, and feel more in control of your life.

PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ericka Biggs

Ericka Biggs

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach includes evidence-based therapy methods such as CBT, mindfulness, a strengths-based perspective, and motivational interviewing to support meaningful growth and lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claudia Leyton-De La Torre

Claudia Leyton-De La Torre

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Therapy with me is a steady, collaborative space where you don't have to perform, explain everything perfectly, or "be okay" to begin.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lizette Rivas

Lizette Rivas

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that every person, regardless of their background or language, deserves access to quality mental health care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
MaryClare Crocker

MaryClare Crocker

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is active, experiential, and values-based—I help clients move from insight into meaningful, embodied change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Toni Shirley-Ramos

Toni Shirley-Ramos

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal as a therapist is to first understand who my clients are as people, and then to help them move forward with discovering the best self they can be.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Anne Mourtaja

Anne Mourtaja

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“It means a great deal to me when someone trusts me with their story, and I want therapy to feel like a place where you can feel safe, understood, and supported as you begin making sense of what hurts and what healing could look like.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Derek Bassey

Derek Bassey

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“With teens and adults, I use EMDR to reach the things talking alone can't, paired with a warm, down-to-earth style.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allison Perez

Allison Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to develop healthy coping skills, build resilience, and achieve meaningful growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Wilson

Elizabeth Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I strongly believe that when the family is able to provide comfort, care, and is emotionally available...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Holly Bankston

Holly Bankston

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and meaningful change. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable exploring life’s challenges, processing difficult emotions, and gaining a deeper understanding of themselves. I know that starting therapy can feel vulnerable, so I work to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported from the very beginning. I’m especially passionate about helping individuals navigate concerns related to trauma, anxiety, stress, relationships, and family issues while building insight, resilience, and healthier ways of coping.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Rowland

Heather Rowland

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tracy Mayhew

Tracy Mayhew

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to have the client walk out of a session, thinking to themselves "I was listened to, she heard me, and understood my point of view"!”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Winderlyon Hebert

Winderlyon Hebert

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I focus on equipping my clients with effective tools and strategies that can be applied immediately.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Judi Ufondu

Judi Ufondu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


I'm a compassionate mental health provider who believes healing is possible for everyone. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, chronic illness and pain, and substance use and addiction. My work is rooted in the belief that you are the expert on your own life — and my role is to walk alongside you with evidence-based tools and unwavering support. I bring warmth and authenticity to every session, creating a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and valued. Whatever you're carrying, I'm here to help.

PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Navita K.J. Johnson-Belcher

Dr. Navita K.J. Johnson-Belcher

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Clients can expect to leave sessions with practical tools, deeper self-awareness, and a sense of empowerment...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Gretchen Hook

Gretchen Hook

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


With over 30 years in healthcare and a Master’s in Professional Counseling from Liberty University, I’ve spent the past 7 years offering therapy to a diverse range of clients. I focus on CBT and geriatric therapy, provide talk therapy, and support individuals through the grieving process. I work with those dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and loss.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dallas Smeltser

Dallas Smeltser

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Hi, My name is Dallas Smeltser and I am a licensed professional counselor-supervisor. I am here to help provide you with encouragement and support. I've spent over 30 years doing this work — not because it's easy, but because it matters. My clients tend to be people who are dealing with something heavy and real: loss, trauma, depression, substance use, or the kind of slow-burning stress that builds until something breaks. Many of them are men who never saw themselves as 'therapy people,' and I respect that. I don't push, and I don't project. I show up, I listen, and I help you figure out what actually needs to change — and how to change it.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Charlene Childs

Charlene Childs

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to counseling is rooted in evidence-based and mindfulness-informed practices. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oludolapo Lofinmakin

Oludolapo Lofinmakin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Houston, TX


“My approach is empowerment of my clients through education, treatment options and continuous partnership.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bruce Buirkle

Bruce Buirkle

Therapist

Virtual • McAllen, TX


I have my LPC-Licensed Professional Counselor and LMFT-Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor licenses. I have my Juris Doctorate and I am an expert in family law. My approach is collaborative, practical, and I make sure the client has something they can use to help themselves by the end of every session. I work with all types of clients, but mostly with adults, individually and as couples.

doing. I have been married, divorced, lived in other countries for several years and had a wide variety of life experiences that I draw on to help my clients.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Angela Medina

Angela Medina

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that seeking support is a courageous step toward a more fulfilling life. My role is to walk alongside you—offering guidance, compassion, and tools tailored to your unique journey.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Diana Adeleke

Diana Adeleke

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy in my sessions.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ge Li

Ge Li

Therapist

Virtual • Katy, TX


“I specialize in supporting older adults, caregivers, adolescents, and immigrant families through culturally responsive, person-centered care.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Joseph Nyambura

Joseph Nyambura

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


I am an advanced practice registered nurse who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and supporting individuals with psychiatric and behavioral health conditions. Combining clinical expertise with a holistic, person‐centered approach,

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Adeola Ayinde

Adeola Ayinde

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I take an integrative approach to counseling, blending cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness and solution-focused strategies.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carmen Smith

Carmen Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a trauma-informed therapist and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I specialize in helping adolescents and adults break through the patterns that keep them feeling stuck.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carmen DeNeen

Carmen DeNeen

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Volunteering has been vital to me since my teenage years; therefore, it was fitting that I choose therapy as my career. After completing a master's in counseling, I volunteered at Catholic Charities (Houston) to complete my hours for the license. In addition to CBT, DBT, and CPT, I have also added EMDR, among others, to complement my experience and desire for growth.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cynthia Aniegbuna

Cynthia Aniegbuna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, supported, and empowered in your mental health journey.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amy Henderson

Amy Henderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Flower Mound, TX


Hi! I'm Amy! I believe people are able to heal, problem-solve, and make changes when they are supported and know they are heard, My goal is to empower clients and help them find coping skills that work specifically for them, I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and groups.

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

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