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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Chelmsford, MA
Find compassionate PTSD support in Chelmsford through Headway's network of trauma-informed providers trained in exposure therapy, relaxation training, and DBT skills. Many providers offer free consultations and appointments within two weeks, with sessions covered by insurance to minimize your out-of-pocket costs.
“I value authenticity, curiosity, and self-compassion, and I strive to help you build a healthier relationship with yourself without shame or pressure.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I help clients better understand themselves, break unhealthy patterns, and develop practical tools for lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I bring over a decade of experience in the recovery community, rooted in a deep understanding of the diverse paths to healing.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Healing begins with understanding. My approach emphasizes building trust, empowering clients to take an active role in their care...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My therapeutic style is direct, compassionate, and collaborative. I take the time to understand your unique experiences, strengths, and goals, then work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that fits your life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe therapy is a place where you can gain insight, build effective coping skills, and create meaningful change.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“Healing is not about perfection, it's about coming back to yourself and rediscovering the resilience and hope that's already within you.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My patients benefit most from the opportunity to express themselves freely to me in a strictly confidential setting where we build a strong and trusting relationship.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“My background includes over five years of psychiatric healthcare experience, which has shaped a calm and practical approach to medication management and therapy.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
I am a down-to-earth, approachable therapist with over a decade of experience supporting teenagers, young adults, and their families. Many clients arrive hesitant about therapy but quickly find a comfortable, nonjudgmental space where they can talk about anything. I strive to be responsive to each person’s life experiences, including gender- and race-based toxic stress and trauma. I completed my training at Boston University and spent several years working with a multidisciplinary team at a safety-net hospital.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My counseling style is genuine and humanistic. I believe in treating anyone with respect, compassion, and without judgement.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have worked in mental health since 2015 as a crisis specialist and psychiatric nurse before becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“The most inspiring part of being a mental health provider is taking on a role in the transformation and resilience of a person's story.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dawn Jancaitis is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in MA, a LPC in VA, a LCMHC in NC, as well as a Licensed Practical Nurse in MA and VA. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Bay Path University and a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling with concentrations in trauma and addictions from Cambridge College. Dawn is a strong, well rounded, ethical military spouse for over 24 years. She offers virtual sessions for ages 18-65 who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, addiction, mood disorders, victims and history of incarceration. She works with military members and their families, as well as first responders. Dawn is EMDR and Flash Technique trained. She also has a history working with eating disorders and individual with a history of incarceration.
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I figured out that the best therapy sessions feel like a real conversation — honest, warm, and occasionally a little funny.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in working with individuals and families affected by substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“Through compassion, empathy, and a touch of humor, I strive to create a therapeutic environment where growth feels natural and rewarding.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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“I have 30+ years experience partnering with people to thrive by mindfully focusing on their strengths and values...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Robert's clinical approach is grounded in the belief that effective psychiatric care must be both deeply personal and highly practical.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I believe good psychiatric care starts with listening. I take time to understand your symptoms, experiences, relationships, sleep, health, stressors, and the other pieces of life that may be affecting how you feel.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach is person-centered and rooted in empowerment—I believe you're the expert in your own life, and I'm here to support meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hi, my name is Rachel Register and I am a licensed independent clinical social worker who has been in practice in Massachusetts as well as New Hampshire for over 10 years working with adults, couples and families. I feel passionate about healing and empowering clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and life transitions.
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I listen and I (truly) don't judge! I practice from a person-centered holistic worldview and value the courage it takes to open up to another human being.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Working primarily in short-term cognitive behavioral models, trouble areas are defined and broken down.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I don't just provide appointments, I provide solutions — all in the context of a caring, long-term partnership.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help uncover the source of your health concerns and provide the best therapeutic options to re-establish balance & well-being in your life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I believe healing happens through connection, self-understanding, and learning practical tools to navigate life's challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
I am compassionate and eager to help my clients understand and overcome their struggles.
PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Men's issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, collaborative, and conversational. I want therapy to feel like a genuine exchange rather than a clinical interview.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I understand firsthand what it's like to navigate two cultures and two sets of expectations at once.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My style is dynamic, warm, and curious. Together we'll explore deep-rooted beliefs and feelings, process the past and what's challenging in the present...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I also have a particular passion for working with individuals during pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood, including those experiencing postpartum depression, anxiety, birth trauma, infertility, pregnancy loss, or the unique challenges of...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Most importantly, I hope that my clients begin to have a more positive sense of self: that they learn to be kind to self.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I use a strengths-based approach and use top line evidence-based methods to help clients develop new skills and transform what no longer serves.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My practice is very welcoming, warm and empowering. It is not my place to judge. My goal is for my clients to do well in their daily lives.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Board Certified Music Therapist (MTBC). I received my master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and Expressive Therapies from Lesley University.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe wholeheartedly in empowering and enhancing one's capacity to address your own needs. You have the power and expertise within; it is a matter of finding a way to maximize it.
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I'm dual board-certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner, which allows me to look at both your mental and physical health as part of the same, connected story.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a safe space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported while working toward meaningful and lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I've been practicing as a clinical Social Worker for over 20 years and I find great fulfillment in working alongside people as they gain clarity, confidence, and a greater sense of balance in their lives.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD located within 20 miles of Chelmsford, MA
Number of therapists within 20 miles of Chelmsford, MA
27+
Average years in practice
9 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 89%Stress management
- 89%Trauma
- 85%PTSD
Insurances accepted
- 96%Aetna
- 81%Cigna
- 78%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
- 74%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 63%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
- 96%English
- 11%Spanish
- 7%Igbo
How they see their clients
- 96%In-person or online
- 4%In-person only
Provider gender
- 70%Woman
- 26%Man
- 4%Non-binary
License types
- 44%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 22%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
- 19%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 4%Clinical Nurse Specialist
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 22%Family therapy
- 15%Child or adolescent therapy
- 7%Couples therapy
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