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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Merrillville, IN

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Merrillville, IN

Struggling with intrusive memories, nightmares, or avoidance after trauma? Headway connects Merrillville individuals with compassionate providers specializing in PTSD treatment using modalities like trauma-focused CBT, Written Exposure Therapy, and Relaxation Training. Sessions are available as soon as next day, with support for both talk therapy and medication management.

Tracy Rugg

Tracy Rugg

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I assist clients in recognizing triggers/barriers to living meaningful lives and understanding how the healing process begins.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tammany Barrett

Tammany Barrett

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel supported, empowered, and equipped with tools they can use in everyday life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Christina Arnold

Christina Arnold

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I work with clients to foster a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where they can openly explore their feelings and experiences.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Shepherd

Joseph Shepherd

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My approach blends neuroscience with practical, down‐to‐earth strategies—like vagal toning, grounding practices, somatic awareness, and reframing...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Thomas Banta

Thomas Banta

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I help clients use their strengths to recover and implement structured EMDR sessions to provide rapid relief from symptoms of trauma.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, OCD
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Vonzolla Elliott

Vonzolla Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I specialize in trauma-informed therapy and emotional wellness, while Mishael brings deep expertise in physical rehabilitation and regenerative care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Direct, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dana Tackett-Gesser

Dana Tackett-Gesser

Therapist

Virtual • Evansville, IN


“I believe that even when life feels heavy, there is still a spark within you worth protecting and nurturing.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Susan Davis

Susan Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


Susie Davis brings a rare blend of seasoned expertise and a genuine, compassionate heart to her practice. She specializes in helping adolescents and adults navigate the complexities of life including trauma resolution, loss, depression, relationship and professional and transitions. Susie earned her Bachelor’s in Political Science from Oklahoma State University and her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Oklahoma. When she isn’t partnering with clients, she can be found traveling, enjoying the outdoors, and spending time with friends or her three children.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Darcey Meridith

Darcey Meridith

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I believe meaningful change happens through a strong therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, respected, and supported.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Erika Fadahunsi Lizardo

Erika Fadahunsi Lizardo

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I'll validate you and I'll challenge you. You'll feel understood here, and you'll also be stretched, because that's where change actually lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Danielle Ramirez

Danielle Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I take a trauma-informed approach, which means I focus on creating a safe, respectful space where your experiences are always honored.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amanda Smith

Amanda Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


Hi, I'm Amanda (she/her/hers) I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Indiana, an Integrative Mental Health Practitioner, and Trained in EMDR. In 2018 I graduated with a Master's of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Kentucky University.

I have worked with children, adolescents, and families in a variety of settings including: in-home, in-school programs, community mental health, psychiatric inpatient care, group private practice, and therapeutic foster care.

I offer individual and family therapy. I work with clients ages 5 to 65. Tele-health options are available for clients ages 16 +.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tony Talley

Tony Talley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fishers, IN


“My style is relaxed, warm, honest, direct, and sometimes unconventional. I believe good therapy begins with a strong therapeutic relationship.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
John Catron

John Catron

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I also enjoy working with couples and individuals on how to build the healthy relationship through learning communication and acceptance skills.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Traci Hall

Traci Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I am a relational mental health professional who combine clinical expertise with a client-centered approach.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Brittany Snyder

Brittany Snyder

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I've been doing therapy for over 12 years. In my experience as a therapist, I have helped many adults feel that desired shift they are searching for, alleviate anxiety and depression, heal trauma, and create stronger relationships with themselves...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tom Tirman

Tom Tirman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Anderson, IN


“I am an Anglican Priest of 35+ years who also happens to be a Clinical Mental Health Therapist as well as a Clinical Addictions therapist who is licensed in Indiana.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Terrance Poindexter

Terrance Poindexter

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I like to use humor, analogies, challenging questions, and a direct approach because I think in counseling we should get to the point, and we should have fun doing it.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sharon Straub

Sharon Straub

Therapist

Virtual • New Albany, IN


“I approach therapy as a collaborative process. As we investigate the issues together, we will develop a treatment plan that makes sense.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Lynn Albin

Lynn Albin

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I draw interventions from several therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral and Solution-Focused therapies, to individualize my attention to each client.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennie Wentz

Jennie Wentz

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I'm skilled at meeting people where they're at emotionally and providing a comfortable and social atmosphere to explore issues.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Nicola Roache Ashley

Dr. Nicola Roache Ashley

Psychologist

Virtual • Indiana


“I have specialty training in dialectical behavior therapy to teach patient skills to cope with stress, regulate emotions, and improve relationships with others.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Allison Gale

Allison Gale

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I believe you are the expert of your story and look forward to meeting you exactly where you are in this present moment.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sarah Serles

Sarah Serles

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I have been working in the field for 7 years mainly with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, and addiction.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Paris Freeman

Paris Freeman

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“Seeking therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. Everyone deserves a safe space to talk about their emotions, life challenges, and inner experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristin Katz

Kristin Katz

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


If you’re looking for a therapist who quietly nods for 50 minutes, I may not be the best fit. My style is active, engaged, direct, and deeply relational.

I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, life transitions, and difficult interpersonal dynamics. Clients often describe feeling both genuinely supported and meaningfully challenged in our work together.

I believe therapy should help people gain insight, shift patterns, improve relationships, and move toward lasting change not just vent for an hour each week.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Sears

Nicole Sears

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Brainspotting, evidence-based approaches that help clients process trauma, regulate emotions, and build healthier ways of coping.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Charity Gichina

Charity Gichina

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greenwood, IN


“I believe healing is a sacred journey—and therapy can be both a clinical process and a spiritual one.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Francisco Zepeda

Francisco Zepeda

Therapist

Virtual • Indianapolis, IN


“My therapeutic approach is an eclectic blend of different models, allowing me to tailor each session to the client's unique needs.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Nicholas Yoquelet

Nicholas Yoquelet

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Katelynn Miller-Sweet

Katelynn Miller-Sweet

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“Working in a variety of settings has allowed me to find the population that I am most passionate about which would be adolescents and their families.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Andrea Selak

Andrea Selak

Therapist

Virtual • Indianapolis, IN


I'm a licensed clinical mental health therapist that specializes in healing depression, anxiety, PTSD, disruptive behaviors, childhood trauma and various personality disorders. I have extensive experience with adolescent and family therapy but also work with wide range of age groups.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christian Knighten

Christian Knighten

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


Hey! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who values peace, authenticity, and creating a safe space for healing. As someone who loves exploring, learning, and finding meaning in life's layers, I bring a calm, empathetic, and thoughtful presence to every session.

Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mary Charles

Mary Charles

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I use a relational approach where as we work as a team to identify unhelpful patterns and create strategies to find new ways of coping.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dee Walters

Dee Walters

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I'm a client-centered therapist who primarily uses CBT to help you grow in self-compassion and build a lasting foundation for change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Robertson

Jennifer Robertson

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, and life transitions, and I strive to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joy Lampton

Joy Lampton

Therapist

Virtual • Wakarusa, IN


I am a compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 10+ years of experience. My concentration was originally in Mental Health and Addiction with a Masters Degree in Social Work from Indiana University. I have additional training in Trauma Focused Behavioral Health, Specialized Treatment for Women of all ages including such areas as Post-partum Depression, and Intimate Partner Violence along with focused treatment for adolescents and adults with other mental health issues such as ADHD, and Anger.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Khadijat Alade

Khadijat Alade

Therapist

Virtual • Indianapolis, IN


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master’s degree in Social Work and experience supporting individuals, children, and families from diverse backgrounds.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jonathan Mayes

Jonathan Mayes

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Wayne, IN


“This isn't passive therapy. My approach is direct, practical, and focused on helping you actually move forward.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Yuriy Bychkiv

Dr. Yuriy Bychkiv

Psychologist

Virtual • Indiana


I am a licensed psychologist since 2017 and have worked in a range of settings consisting of inpatient psychiatric facilities, community mental health, private practice, and nursing and rehabilitation facilities. I have served clients with wide a range of diversities (race, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and socio-economic status).

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD in Merrillville, IN

Number of therapists serving Merrillville, IN
There are over 829 therapists in Merrillville, IN accepting new patients.
829+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 93%Trauma
  • 89%Stress management
  • 85%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 71%Ascension Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Yoruba
  • 1%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 32%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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