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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Syracuse, NY

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Syracuse, NY

Find trauma and PTSD support in Syracuse with 7,609 licensed providers trained in evidence-based therapies like EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure. Virtual and in-person sessions help you process trauma, manage intrusive memories, and rebuild your sense of safety with compassionate, solution-oriented care.

Laura Gannon

Laura Gannon

Therapist

Virtual • Rhinebeck, NY


“Healing and improving your mental health can be hard, and it can also be creative, inspiring, and fun!”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adriana Vargas

Adriana Vargas

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Dr. Eunice Martinez-Salazar

Dr. Eunice Martinez-Salazar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Goshen, NY


“I bring a holistic perspective to the therapeutic process, addressing the mind, body, and emotions while honoring each person's cultural and lived experience.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexa Fenton

Alexa Fenton

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy should feel like a genuine conversation—where humor, honesty, and humanity all have space.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nadine Crosdale

Nadine Crosdale

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York, NY


As a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am committed to delivering patient-centered, evidence-based care that prioritizes your safety and long-term wellness. I believe in treating the whole person, not just symptoms, and I strive to create a supportive, respectful environment where you feel heard and valued. My goal is to partner with you in a way that fosters trust, empowerment, and meaningful progress.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ilona Bakman

Ilona Bakman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I provide professional, compassionate, and person-centered care in a safe virtual space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and challenges.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charisse Thompson-Waitt

Charisse Thompson-Waitt

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Through my years as an educator and counselor, I have extensive experience in and am passionate about treating challenges surrounding trauma, sexual identity, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Langiulli

Jennifer Langiulli

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I provide a warm, supportive and safe environment for clients so that we can work together as a team to improve their lives.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Grace Bothwell

Grace Bothwell

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I work to co-create a space where a person can come to an honest acceptance and of themselves and their experiences, using a warm, interpersonal approach.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marisol Feliciano

Marisol Feliciano

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Clients often describe me as warm, calm, and easy to talk to, someone who listens closely and helps them make sense of experiences they've struggled to put into words.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Firrincieli

Amanda Firrincieli

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach when working with clients is to create a safe, comfortable environment for them to be able to express their emotions in a transparent and constructive way.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Edward Chan

Edward Chan

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine partnership, where you feel safe to explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges at your own pace.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paola Gonzalez

Paola Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


As a first-generation immigrant professional, I bring a first-hand cultural understanding of the experiences that immigrant communities, and first-generation immigrants encounter which can help provide cultural understanding of systemic/structural challenges and strengths in your healing journey.

Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriella Torres

Gabriella Torres

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I use art therapy, play therapy, drama therapy, and recreational therapy to help clients access emotions, memories, and parts of themselves that don't always come out in conversation.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Suze Pacius

Suze Pacius

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“What sets me apart is my holistic approach to mental health care. I believe in the integration of evidence-based treatments with a deep understanding of your personal circumstances.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Hailey Mancini

Hailey Mancini

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I use trauma informed and culturally sensitive modalities to help clients to stop feeling trapped by their past experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Latoya George

Latoya George

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York, NY


“Her goal is for clients to feel empowered to treat their illnesses through supportive education in a stigma-free environment.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Malgorzata Kedra

Malgorzata Kedra

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I have worked effectively with clients by empowering them and assisting with knowledge, information, and other tools to improve the quality of their life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Neil Patel

Dr. Neil Patel

Psychologist

Virtual • Brooklyn, NY


“I meet my clients where they are through an acceptance, holistic, client-centered, and nonjudgmental perspective.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Judith Preiato

Judith Preiato

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a LCSW with 12 years experience of working in a psychiatric emergency room in a teaching hospital in NY.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Anna Bunag

Anna Bunag

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I am a licensed, nationally board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner trained at Columbia University with expertise treating a range of Serious and Persistent Mental Health issues and 10+ years of clinical experience built at the...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Pifer

Jennifer Pifer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New York, NY


“My approach is active, collaborative and informed by AEDP, an attachment-focused model that helps clients reduce pain and suffering...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mariella Saavedra Carquin

Mariella Saavedra Carquin

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is eclectic and I adjust it according to my individual client. I have a humanistic and interpersonal approach that can sometimes include writing and other artistic outlets for creativity.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Sarah Elkin

Dr. Sarah Elkin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I believe in taking the time not only to complete comprehensive assessment of symptoms, but also explore the root of the symptoms.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Sher

David Sher

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“You can expect a genuine experience with an open-minded, non-judgemental therapist who will utilize best-practices to help you gain clarity and control over whatever brings you in.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rheam Metzger

Rheam Metzger

Therapist

Virtual • Fishkill, NY


“I'm a solution focused therapist who believes in unconditional positive regard as well as helping clients find their path and the strength to follow it.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Gretchen Kretkowski-Rieger

Gretchen Kretkowski-Rieger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“On your first visit, you can expect a thorough, compassionate assessment of your current concerns, medical and psychiatric history, medications, and safety, including a mental status exam.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Irina Kaplan

Irina Kaplan

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I incorporate expressive arts, play, music, movement, yoga, breathwork, mindfulness... to create a holistic whole-body approach to therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Cuoco

Melissa Cuoco

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in supporting older adults, caregivers, and individuals navigating major life transitions.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Cooke

Stephanie Cooke

Therapist

Virtual • Saint James, NY


“I work collaboratively with clients to help them better understand themselves, regulate emotions, improve relationships, and develop practical coping skills in a supportive and compassionate environment.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Chavers

Jacqueline Chavers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lockport, NY


“Not only am I a therapist, but I have also been a counseling client. I know what it may be like to process through EMDR and other trauma processing modalities.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Monica Rickenberg

Monica Rickenberg

Therapist

Virtual • Hastings-on-Hudson, NY


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PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angelina Kone

Angelina Kone

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My counseling style is one of which comes from a strength-based approach to support you remember and identify the super star that is inside of you.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Jennifer Ashley

Jennifer Ashley

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“In my experience, one of the most important qualities in a therapist which clients are seeking, is to simply listen.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Rosita Harris

Rosita Harris

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to help you discover pathways towards building grit, solving life's problems and maintaining a relatively stress free life...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathleen Dunne

Kathleen Dunne

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I specialize in working with adolescents and their families. In my experience as a parent, a mental health counselor and a retired school counselor, I've come to love and appreciate the uniqueness of this age. There are specific challenges and demands that can make this a challenging and difficult time for you, so let's find ways to navigate them together.

Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katelyn Felter

Katelyn Felter

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My therapeutic approach is characterized by a strength-based, interactive, and calm style. I create a friendly, non-judgmental and safe environment where clients can freely explore their thoughts and emotions.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


I'm a licensed psychologist working with adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, grief, significant life changes, or challenges with attention and focus. My goal is to offer a safe, affirming space to explore your life, your story, and what matters most to you — your experiences, your values, and where you hope to go. You are a complex, whole person made up of many parts — and there is room here for all of them.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Victoria Baquet

Victoria Baquet

Therapist

Virtual • Islip, NY


“I believe in the power of building a strong, collaborative relationship in therapy, where your voice is central to the process.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tonya Martinez

Tonya Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to create a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental therapeutic space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward healing and lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Syracuse, NY
There are over 26 therapists in Syracuse, NY accepting new patients.
26+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Trauma
  • 96%Stress management
  • 92%Relationship issues
  • 92%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 92%Cigna
  • 88%Aetna
  • 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 73%Oxford
  • 73%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 4%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 92%In-person or online
  • 8%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 77%Woman
  • 23%Man
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 31%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 12%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
  • 12%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 96%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 23%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 15%Couples therapy

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