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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Port Saint Lucie, FL


Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Managing PTSD symptoms in Port Saint Lucie is accessible through Headway's network of compassionate providers trained in trauma recovery modalities including exposure therapy, grounding techniques, and relaxation training. The average client saves 75% on sessions through insurance coverage, with some paying as low as $0 per visit.
Dual board-certified PMHNP & FNP with 25 years of nursing experience in women's health and obstetrics. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, insomnia, and perinatal mental health — offering medication management and CBT therapy. You'll feel heard, understood, and clear on what's been driving how you feel.
Natalie is a compassionate ANCC Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience. She provides care to a diverse patient population in Florida, offering both virtual and in-person psychiatric services. Additionally, she extends virtual psychiatric care to patients in Colorado.
What is your approach to providing care?Her approach emphasizes individualized treatment plans and a client-centered methodology. Natalie's primary objectives are to ensure that every client feels heard, to educate clients on participating in their health journey, and to deliver professional care.
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Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, and my goal is to provide a serene, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you feel safe being yourself.
I’m Tiffany Ward, LMHC, CBT-C, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Clinician. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, mood-related concerns, life transitions, stress, relationship challenges, and emotional difficulties.
As a Certified CBT Clinician (CBT-C), I specialize in helping clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns, understand how their thoughts impact their emotions and behaviors, and develop practical skills that support lasting change. My approach is supportive, direct, and empowering, using evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to strengthen emotional regulation, coping skills, confidence, and overall well-being.
As a former Division I collegiate athlete, I also understand the unique pressures associated with athletics and performance. I enjoy supporting athletes and high-performing individuals experiencing performance anxiety, confidence concerns, stress, perfectionism, and the pressure to succeed.
For clients who desire it, I offer Christian counseling that integrates faith, biblical principles, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions. Faith integration is always based on each client’s preference and comfort level.
My goal is not simply to help you manage symptoms, but to help you understand the patterns keeping you stuck, develop the tools to move forward, and feel empowered to conquer the mountains in front of you.
On the outside, you may look like you have everything together. You work hard, provide for your family, and carry responsibilities well. Yet internally, you may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, angry, or caught in the same patterns despite your best efforts to change. My practice is built for people who are ready to move beyond simply talking about their problems. Together, we’ll identify the underlying beliefs, emotional patterns, and coping strategies that keep you feeling stuck. Therapy becomes a place to develop greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, healthier relationships, and lasting change.
Life can feel overwhelming when you are carrying anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, identity-related challenges, or the pressure of trying to navigate the expectations of others while remaining true to yourself. Therapy offers a space to slow down, process your experiences, and build healthier ways of coping and moving forward. You do not have to face these challenges alone.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am committed to creating a compassionate, affirming, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe being fully themselves.
I work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, and understand the importance of feeling seen, respected, and supported throughout the therapeutic process.
I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from Florida State University and my Bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a minor in Women’s Studies from University of Florida, graduating cum laude from both programs.
My professional and personal experiences have strengthened my passion for advocacy, inclusivity, and empowering others to embrace their individuality and resilience. I believe healing begins with connection, authenticity, and self-acceptance. Reaching out for support can feel difficult, but it is also a powerful first step toward growth and healing. My goal is to help clients feel empowered, understood, and supported as they work toward becoming the healthiest and most authentic version of themselves.
Hi, I’m Natalie, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I work with young adults and adults, as well as couples and families, who may be navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, family conflict, life transitions, or simply feeling overwhelmed by the demands of everyday life. If any of this resonates with where you are right now, I would love to connect and explore how we might work together.
Reaching out for therapy takes something, and I want the first conversation to feel like a relief rather than a test. My work starts with getting to know who you are and what you're carrying, not with a diagnosis.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 26 years of experience. I have been providing mental health services to clients in Florida since 2013. I value building supportive relationships with both clients and professional colleagues.
I earned her bachelor’s degree from Catawba College in1993, where I double majored in Sociology and Clinical Psychology. I completed my Master of Social Work degree from Barry University in Florida in 1996.
Sometimes the effects of difficult experiences show up long after the moment has passed. You may find yourself second-guessing your decisions, feeling constantly on edge, struggling to trust others, or having a hard time understanding why certain situations affect you so deeply. You may be carrying the weight of past experiences while trying to navigate relationships, work, family, or simply feel more like yourself again. I work with women who are navigating trauma and the anxiety, self-doubt, and emotional challenges that can come with it.
I believe healing happens when you feel genuinely seen, understood, and supported. My goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are without fear of judgment.
I work with adults, young adults and children experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, emotional dysregulation, and life transitions. I integrate evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), somatic interventions, and mindfulness to help clients better understand themselves, develop effective coping skills, and create lasting change.
About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD located within 20 miles of Port Saint Lucie, FL



- 97%Anxiety
- 97%Trauma
- 89%Depression
- 86%Stress management
- 81%PTSD

- 100%Aetna
- 92%Cigna
- 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 73%Ascension
- 62%Oxford

- 100%English
- 14%Spanish
- 5%Haitian Creole
- 3%Polish
- 3%Portuguese

- 100%In-person or online

- 84%Woman
- 16%Man

- 54%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 41%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 59%Family therapy
- 32%Couples therapy
- 30%Child or adolescent therapy
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