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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.

Chloe Frankel

Chloe Frankel

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I am a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience offering individual and family therapy. I have worked with youth ages 3-19 and their families, with a particular passion for supporting foster and adoptive families, LGBTQIA+ youth, and young people with special education needs. As an individual therapist, I have supported adolescents and adults living with the impacts of trauma, substance dependence, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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Joseph Paquette

Joseph Paquette

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am a firm believer that people are trying to get better compared to them. It is about helping one to understand what it is they are wanting and setting realistic goals...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lilyvette Perez

Lilyvette Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm a licensed therapist with more than 20 years of behavioral health experience specializing in the assessment and treatment of OCD, anxiety disorders, and PTSD.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jose Alvear

Jose Alvear

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that primarily works with people who suffer from body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) like trichotillomania and skin picking disorder.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Shaffer

Lisa Shaffer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“While I continue to prescribe medication, I strongly believe that finding the root cause of symptoms provides client's with the best outcomes.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kaycee Sachetta

Kaycee Sachetta

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to offer a grounded, supportive, and safe space where you feel heard, understood, and not alone while working through what feels heavy or overwhelming.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Johanna Hammer

Johanna Hammer

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am solution focused and strengths based. You have the answers within you, it's my job to help you find them.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Natalie Deleon

Natalie Deleon

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am passionate in my work and I bring that positive energy into every session. I usually start my sessions with positive affirmations.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Katie Fitzgerald

Katie Fitzgerald

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I like to get to know you and your history before we work together to establish goals for your treatment.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Trinh Dang

Trinh Dang

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe space where a client can think out loud, vent, share feelings and experiences...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Massourakis

Hannah Massourakis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that with the right match between therapist and client, progress can be made toward one's individual goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Deborah Colucci

Deborah Colucci

Therapist

Virtual • North Reading, MA


“I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where adults can explore their experiences, identify their strengths, develop healthier coping strategies, and work toward improved emotional well-being.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jafar Bakhshaie

Jafar Bakhshaie

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, stuck, or worn down by stress, trauma, relationships, or health concerns, therapy can help you find a clearer path forward. I’m a licensed psychologist who works with adults, with clinical and academic experience at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. My style is warm, practical, and evidence-based, while always tailored to you as a person.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Devin Hoar

Devin Hoar

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“As someone who has had countless hours from 'both sides of the couch' I bring a strong person-center, client driven approach to therapy...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
LynRabea Bean

LynRabea Bean

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style is approachable, calming, and solution-focused. I focus on helping clients find solutions and create greater balance in their lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lael St Tripp

Lael St Tripp

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I've spent 12 years working almost entirely with teens and young adults. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and ADHD...”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Kelly

Brian Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I try to use my humor and warmth, as we will work together to help you find a better sense of peace in your life.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Traci Doherty

Traci Doherty

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am not the kind of provider who rushes through visits. I take the time to build real relationships, understand your full picture, and create a care plan that actually fits your life.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tarn Martin

Tarn Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker based in Northampton, MA, with eight years of experience and a deep commitment to meeting people where they are. I work with clients across the lifespan. From children to elders, and I'm proudly affirming of LGBTQ+ identities and experienced in working with Black and African American communities. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, ADHD, grief, or questions of racial identity, I bring both professional grounding and genuine warmth to the work. I'm an eclectic therapist, which means I draw on a wide range of tools to fit you, not the other way around.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Douglas Foresta

Douglas Foresta

Therapist

Virtual • Westfield, MA


“I believe that you are not the problem, the problem is the problem, and therapy can help you separate yourself from the patterns that have been defining your life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Hope Schaffrick

Hope Schaffrick

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I am an empathic and versatile clinician. I went into counseling to share my knowledge so others too can rise to their potential.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Waithira

Elizabeth Waithira

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Norwell, MA


“I utilize mind/body/ spiritual connection with psychotherapy, prescribing up-to-date psychotropics or alternative medicine...”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Peter Galiwango

Peter Galiwango

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Malden, MA


I’m a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a background in pharmacy, giving me a well-rounded perspective on mental health care. I work primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults, while also supporting older adults. My practice is rooted in compassion, advocacy, and respect for each person’s unique journey.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rebecca Winfrey

Rebecca Winfrey

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My work is grounded in creating a safe and brave space where you can show up as your true, authentic self, without judgment, pressure, or the need to have it all together.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Javonne Spivey

Javonne Spivey

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am passionate about building therapeutic rapport with individuals to help them identify strengths as they work towards achieving personal goals.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tomasina Beckford

Tomasina Beckford

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“She prides herself on providing a warm and compassionate setting where clients can feel comfortable.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juliana Scherer

Juliana Scherer

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


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, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
William Downey

William Downey

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker | Certified Dementia Practitioner

Boston, MA | In-Person & Telehealth Sessions

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) with more than two decades of clinical experience helping adults navigate complex emotional, relational, and medical challenges. I hold a Master’s in Clinical Social Work from Boston College and have dedicated my career to providing thoughtful, evidence-based care rooted in authenticity, compassion, and the belief that genuine change is possible at every stage of life.

My areas of specialization include anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, medical conditions, LGBTQ+ identity and relationships, grief and loss, end-of-life issues, and advanced care planning. My integrative approach draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and a Humanistic framework. I believe that movement is medicine, and that healing emerges through the mind–body connection — where awareness, purpose, and action intersect.

As a gay clinician, I am deeply committed to creating an affirming, inclusive space where clients can explore identity, relationships, and resilience with honesty and respect. I strive to help each person cultivate balance, clarity, and a renewed sense of possibility in their lives.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shirline Jean

Shirline Jean

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


With over 15 years of nursing experience, my passion for psychiatry began early in my nursing career as I witnessed patients transform their lives through healing, self-discovery, and resilience. It is profoundly humbling meeting someone at their lowest point and having the privilege of walking alongside them as they do the work to become their best selves.

I work with adults ages 18 to 60 from all walks of life, with a special focus on individuals who are often overlooked, misunderstood, or silently struggling. Many of the people I work with appear “put together” on the outside—successful, dependable, and strong—while internally feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or barely holding it together.

I was born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts, to immigrant parents from Haiti, and my cultural background plays an important role in who I am as a provider. Being deeply connected to both Haitian and American cultures has given me a broad perspective and a deep appreciation for cultural identity, family systems, and the shared human experience. At the core, struggle looks very similar across cultures—and everyone deserves care that is respectful, culturally responsive, and compassionate.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Leidy Almonte

Leidy Almonte

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you better understand your patterns while building practical tools for change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teddy Disciscio

Teddy Disciscio

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is supportive, thoughtful, and client-centered, with an emphasis on creating a safe, respectful space where clients feel heard and empowered to make meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Frank

Amanda Frank

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“It is important to me that clients feel they are working with someone who is genuine and authentic with an ability to relate to their experiences in an empathetic way.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kerri Felton

Kerri Felton

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I provide a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where we can work together to build resilience, develop effective coping strategies, and foster meaningful growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Duffy

Linda Duffy

Therapist

Virtual • Cambridge, MA


“It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Esmeralda Hernandez

Esmeralda Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe therapy starts with meeting you where you're at—not where you think you're supposed to be.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kristen Resnick

Kristen Resnick

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“As someone who became a parent after years of infertility, I understand that life doesn't always go according to plan.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paul KiYoung Song

Paul KiYoung Song

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I'm Paul KiYoung Song, a bilingual Korean American therapist based in Boston. I've

spent 8+ years working in mental health — from research to hospital outpatient

psychiatry at Boston Medical Center and Tufts Medicine — and I now work

exclusively via telehealth across Massachusetts. I'm native in both English and

Korean, and I have real personal experience navigating multiple cultures, having

lived and worked in the U.S., Korea, and Hong Kong. That background isn't just

context — it shapes how I listen, what I pick up on, and how I work with clients who are carrying the weight of dual-cultural expectations alongside everything else. I

specialize in anxiety, OCD, and depression. I accept Aetna, Cigna, and

Carelon, and I offer a sliding scale for those who qualify.

Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Chandler Hayes

Chandler Hayes

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am a compassionate and client-centered psychotherapist with over three years of direct psychotherapy experience and five years of combined experience in social services and community behavioral health.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sidney Irias

Sidney Irias

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My clinical foundation allows me to work thoughtfully with people across diverse cultures, religions, ages, and gender identities.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sierra Freedberg (Benner)

Sierra Freedberg (Benner)

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that even in difficult work, moments of lightness can help us feel more human and connected.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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
There are over 27 therapists in Chelmsford, MA accepting new patients.
27+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 96%PTSD
  • 93%Trauma
  • 85%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 93%Aetna
  • 78%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 74%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 70%Cigna
  • 56%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 7%Igbo
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 74%Woman
  • 22%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 37%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 33%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 15%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Clinical Nurse Specialist
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 19%Couples therapy
  • 19%Family therapy

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