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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Stuart, FL

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Stuart, FL

Struggling with intrusive memories, nightmares, or avoidance in Stuart? Headway's network of 8,045 providers specializes in trauma recovery using modalities like Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Exposure Therapy, and DBT skills. Affordable care with insurance accepted means you can focus on healing, not costs.

Erin Majesty

Erin Majesty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Stuart, FL


“Erin believes deeply in the wholeness and worth of every individual and that we honor ourselves and the world around us when we do our personal wellness work.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Debra Dragomir

Debra Dragomir

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Stuart, FL


“I am a compassionate and empathetic licensed clinical social worker dedicated to fostering meaningful connections...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Rosie Buzatu

Rosie Buzatu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Stuart, FL


“I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 25 years of experience helping adults handle their grief, anxiety, and depression.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Melisa Sheldon

Melisa Sheldon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Stuart, FL


“I believe each person holds the key to their own mental and emotional well-being. Sometimes, we just need guidance to unlock it—especially during life's more difficult moments.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

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Kevin Lane

Kevin Lane

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Stuart, FL


Kevin specializes in offering compassionate mental health counseling services specifically tailored for children and teens, providing the help and support they need to navigate life's challenges. He also has extensive experience helping adults and families with a variety of emotional and mental health concerns. He endeavors to meet each client where he or she is on their path, listening intently to their stories and striving to empower them to face life’s challenges in healthy ways.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ivana Ayala-Esslinger

Ivana Ayala-Esslinger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Stuart, FL


“I seek to support and empower you through compassion, empathic leadership and a holistic perspective using integrative treatment style.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Gaffney

Jessica Gaffney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Stuart, FL


Reach me directly at [email protected] to schedule a consult or appt.

I also accept Medicare, AmBetter, UMR and United plans.

https://care.tavahealth.com/providers/jessica-gaffney

Therapy is a healing of the past, UNFOLDING OF THE PRESENT AND gift for your future. You will see growth from day one.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, OCD
Creative, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
April Forella

April Forella

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Palm City, FL


“My goal is to create a calm, supportive space where you can slow down, feel safe, and begin to heal the patterns that keep you overwhelmed.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Dawn Taylor

Dawn Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Palm City, FL


“My style is holistic—attending to the body, mind, and spirit—because true healing happens when every part of who we are is considered.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

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Dana Murphy

Dana Murphy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Stuart, FL


“Dana Murphy is a licensed clinical social worker who is passionate about helping people feel heard, supported, and understood.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
C Stopford

C Stopford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Stuart, FL


“Karen believes lasting recovery and personal growth are made possible by practicing self-compassion, identifying core values, and building on inner resiliency.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Abhita Malhotra

Abhita Malhotra

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Stuart, FL


Abhita Malhotra is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who believes that meaningful therapy begins with feeling genuinely seen, understood, and safe enough to be yourself. With extensive experience working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, major life transitions, and co-occurring concerns, Abhita brings warmth, curiosity, authenticity, and a sense of humor into the therapy room. She believes therapy should feel human—not clinical or one-size-fits-all—and works to build relationships in which clients feel comfortable showing up exactly as they are.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Emilee Robins

Emilee Robins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Stuart, FL


“Holding a child welfare certificate, Emilee has extensive knowledge of the foster care system, adoption, and the unique challenges that children and families face within these systems.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lee Sloan

Lee Sloan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Stuart, FL


“Utilizing a variety of therapeutic interventions (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Family Systems, and Narrative Therapy), I believe only a dynamic and individualized approach to each...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Suely Croy

Dr. Suely Croy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2 mi away • Stuart, FL


“My approach to counseling encourages and supports you to discover, through self-knowledge, your own process for a sustainable self-empowerment, balance, and joy.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mitchnida Clervil

Mitchnida Clervil

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Stuart, FL


“I use a person-centered, trauma-informed lens to create a safe space where you can explore your experiences without fear of judgment.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melanie Dinardo

Melanie Dinardo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Stuart, FL


“Therapy with me is collaborative, practical, and insight-driven. We don't just talk about problems, we work towards solutions.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Physical health issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Madonna DeBlauwe

Madonna DeBlauwe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Stuart, FL


“Our goal is to empower you in developing and implementing effective solutions to not only get you through the challenges you face, but to help you thrive in life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph West

Joseph West

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Palm City, FL


With over 30 years of experience, I am not a "typical" therapist; I prioritize an active partnership focused on achieving your optimal performance. If you are ready to do the work and gain lasting control over your mental and physical health, call today to schedule an appointment.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Anne-Marie Brown

Anne-Marie Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Port St. Lucie, FL


“I specialize in working with individuals with co-occurring disorders, clients who struggle to achieve and maintain sobriety, families in crisis, individuals with trauma, child welfare cases, and those with significant mental health diagnoses.”
PTSD, Trauma, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Chelsea Mohammed

Chelsea Mohammed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Stuart, FL


“Using a solution based therapy approach, I place great emphasis on the therapeutic relationship along with supporting my clients identify and achieve their goals and empowering them to reach their full potential.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Energetic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Quintina Harris

Quintina Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Port St. Lucie, FL


“My passion is enriching lives through counseling, crisis intervention and healing for those who have experienced trauma and other stressors.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Heidi Scholten-Haw

Heidi Scholten-Haw

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Stuart, FL


Hi, I'm Heidi, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) at Life Thrive Solutions dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges with compassion, support, and evidence-based care. I earned my Bachelor of Social Work from Calvin College and my Master of Social Work from Barry University. Over the past 10 years, I've worked in outpatient mental health, residential treatment, and healthcare settings, providing therapy to adolescents, adults, older adults, and families experiencing a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Myralda Jerome

Myralda Jerome

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away • Port St. Lucie, FL


“I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals through life's challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
John Poli

John Poli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away • Port St. Lucie, FL


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and strengths-based. We will work together as a team to identify your goals and the path to best get you there.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Jamie Garcia

Jamie Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Port St. Lucie, FL


“I use cognitive behavioral therapy techniques because I feel strongly that what we think influences our mood and behavior.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christiane Previlma

Christiane Previlma

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.6 mi away • Port St. Lucie, FL


“My style is warm, calm, and collaborative. I combine thoughtful medication management with practical therapy tools like CBT and trauma-informed care...”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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Tamara Gilarski

Tamara Gilarski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Port St. Lucie, FL


“I'm a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, EMDR Clinician, Trauma informed therapist, Qualified Adoptions Specialist/Clinician...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jesel Rubin

Jesel Rubin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Port St. Lucie, FL


“I offer my clients a safe, nonjudgmental environment in which they can freely express their deepest thoughts, gain a sense of belonging...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Clifford Churchill

Clifford Churchill

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Hobe Sound, FL


“I believe that to help someone a thorough understanding of the issues as well as what has been tried in the past is essential.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. LaTonya Shaw

Dr. LaTonya Shaw

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Port St. Lucie, FL


Greetings, my name is Dr. LaTonya Shaw, I am the CEO of M.I.N.D Therapeutic Services, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Clinical Healthcare Administrator with over 15 years of experience guiding individuals, couples, and families toward healing and personal growth. I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology from Palm Beach Atlantic University, where I focused on Mental Health Counseling, Substance Abuse Counseling, Child Psychology, and Marriage and Family Therapy. I earned my Doctoral degree in Clinical Healthcare Administration from the University of Lynchburg.

I was born and raised in Southeastern Florida by my strict and loving paternal grandmother. I am the eldest of my siblings and proudly embrace my Native American, South American, and African American heritage. I am a devoted mother of three adult children, a Godmother to five, two grandpups, finding joy in family, travel, escape rooms, coloring, and sipping hot tea.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Haynes

Jennifer Haynes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8 mi away • Port St. Lucie, FL


Hi, I’m Jennifer Haynes, LMHC, a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Florida Qualified Supervisor (LMHC). I specialize in helping clients who feel overwhelmed, reactive, stuck, or emotionally drained build stability through skills-based, trauma-informed therapy.

My work integrates DBT skills, neuroscience-informed psychotherapy, and evidence-informed strategies to improve emotional regulation, reduce anxiety and triggers, strengthen boundaries, and support healthier relationships. I also have specialized training in personality disorder treatment, anger management, advanced grief counseling, and parent coaching, with an added focus on the mind–body connection (sleep, stress, and nutrition-informed mental wellness).

My style is warm, direct, and collaborative—focused on real tools and measurable progress. I offer individual therapy, closed groups (5–8 members), and therapy intensives for deeper targeted work.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 19 insurance carriers
Chrisanna Wright

Chrisanna Wright

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Port St. Lucie, FL


“I like to think of therapy as a team approach. I am here to help you achieve what you want to achieve.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Women's issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caroline Vinyard

Caroline Vinyard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Hobe Sound, FL


“During their first session with me, clients can expect a warm and welcoming environment where they feel safe to share their concerns and experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Zamarys Webster

Zamarys Webster

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Port St. Lucie, FL


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in meeting clients where they are while helping them move toward meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Kenneth Brown

Dr. Kenneth Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Fort Pierce, FL


“Emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual needs are addressed in counseling and psychotherapy from behavioral science and spiritual perspectives to help hurting people find healing for their whole person.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Larthenia Howard

Dr. Larthenia Howard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Fort Pierce, FL


“I've been through wonderful and difficult experiences that have shaped who I am and how I help others.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
John Wilks- Young

John Wilks- Young

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Fort Pierce, FL


“I believe in meeting a person where they are at. I treat the entire being to help achieve an overall successful goal.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Desiree Williams

Desiree Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Fort Pierce, FL


“I provide a warm, structured, therapeutic environment creating a "safe space" for my clients to authentically be themselves while addressing their challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sarah Menniti

Sarah Menniti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Jupiter, FL


“Therapy with me isn't just about talking; it's about tuning in. Together, we create space to listen deeply...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD located within 20 miles of Stuart, FL

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Stuart, FL
There are over 41 therapists in Stuart, FL accepting new patients.
41+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Trauma
  • 88%Depression
  • 85%Stress management
  • 83%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 66%Oxford
  • 66%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 15%Spanish
  • 5%Haitian Creole
  • 2%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 85%Woman
  • 15%Man
License types
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  • 54%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 39%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 56%Family therapy
  • 39%Couples therapy
  • 32%Child or adolescent therapy

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