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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Desoto, TX

DeSoto residents struggling with trauma, avoidance, or post-traumatic stress can access 8,853 providers on Headway who offer Relaxation Training, Psychoeducation, and trauma recovery support. Flexible scheduling and virtual care make it easier to begin healing without disrupting your routine.

Monica Davis

Monica Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5 mi away • Red Oak, TX


Hello beautiful! My name is Monica Davis, Licensed Professional Counselor. My journey to becoming a therapist started in 2008 and has not been traditional by any means. I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies at Indiana University Bloomington and then later obtained a Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Prairie View A&M University in Prairie View, Texas. I enjoy working with children, adults, and families as it has always been my long-life mission to strengthen and empower families.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Whitney Garcia

Whitney Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5 mi away • Red Oak, TX


I would love to assist you in beginning your healing journey. Since beginning my counseling career, I have worked with a wide variety of clients from children/adolescent to adults. I am passionate about helping clients who are working on healing from trauma. I also love working with teens and young adults who may be in transitional seasons or are facing overwhelming situations in their life. Additionally, I find joy in walking with those who may be navigating difficult family circumstances and learning to find their place and purpose in life.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gregory Maxey

Dr. Gregory Maxey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Duncanville, TX


“I am sincere, and I confront them when they are showing dysfunctional thinking patterns and behaviors by explaining to them what I am seeing and how it affects their mental health.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christine Homs

Christine Homs

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Cedar Hill, TX


“I believe in a trauma-informed approach that focuses on understanding what happened to my clients, rather than pathologizing their experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Sanchez

Cynthia Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Cedar Hill, TX


I work collaboratively with children, tweens, and teens, creating an environment that is fun and nurturing. I believe that the unique individual identity of each child is crucial and works to provide them with the best therapy that allows them to flourish. I use talk therapy, play therapy, and mindfulness in my approach, and I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with ADHD, anxiety, bullying, depression, grief, self-harm, stress, and family conflict.

Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Adeline Abam

Dr. Adeline Abam

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Duncanville, TX


“My passion is to provide empathetic care. I believe that everyone deserves a compassionate provider and I want to be that compassionate provider that you deserve.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kimberly Pearson

Dr. Kimberly Pearson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I am a trauma focused therapist who assist clients with eliminating behaviors that leads to self-defeating or societal-defeating consequences.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Delora Evans

Delora Evans

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I believe that people may sometimes need help in many areas of their lives, therefore I treat with a Person-Centered, wholistic approach.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yvette Payne

Yvette Payne

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.8 mi away • Cedar Hill, TX


“I am passionate about helping individuals learn and accept who they are, overcome barriers, and create a life that feels meaningful, fulfilled, and authentic.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lindsey Steger

Lindsey Steger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Waxahachie, TX


“I specialize in working with adolescents and adults (couples and individual) with particular expertise in ASD, ADHD, and trauma.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dania Carter

Dania Carter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Dallas, TX


LIFE be LIFING...You’ve been carrying a lot for a long time. Maybe anxiety, depression, past experiences, or high-stress situations are starting to catch up with you, and it’s getting harder to manage on your own. You might feel stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand or unsure how to move forward. If you’re ready to feel more in control, break unhealthy cycles, and finally have space to focus on yourself, we can work together to help you create clarity, stability, and real, lasting change.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Victoria Taylor

Victoria Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • Waxahachie, TX


“I use a holistic, person centered approach to therapy. I believe every person has the answers within, my job is to help you find the best version of yourself.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Maegan Stewart

Maegan Stewart

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Cedar Hill, TX


I work hard to create a safe, empathic, and authentic environment. I believe I can best help clients by listening to their story and being a fellow traveler in their lives. I have found a passion for working with a great array of individuals but particularly enjoy working with families, couples, the LGBTQ+ community, and sex therapy. I find the best work I do is simply when I connect with a client. I have my masters from SMU and have done specialized training in Gottman, EFT, and sex therapy.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Helena Davis

Helena Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.3 mi away • Cedar Hill, TX


“I believe each person is created uniquely, and because of that, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to healing.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Megan Pierce

Megan Pierce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Midlothian, TX


my clients will be cared for and paid attention to

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Evena Pierre

Evena Pierre

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I have developed an even stronger passion for providing unparalleled behavioral health services to individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, and depression and for women who experience mental health conditions during pregnancy and postpartum.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Rachael Stanphill

Rachael Stanphill

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Midlothian, TX


“My goal is to help clients develop the courage & confidence to use healthier ways to approach life's challenges and sustain a healthier mindset.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Alicia Villa

Alicia Villa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Dallas, TX


“As a first-generation Mexican American, I understand the importance of culture, family, faith, and identity in the healing process.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jamie Noonan

Jamie Noonan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Cedar Hill, TX


“I have a special interest in grief therapy, an area I'm continually growing as a specialty, helping clients navigate loss with care and resilience.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christina Goetz

Christina Goetz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I utilize a trauma-informed, psychodynamic approach in therapy and often incorporate CBT, DBT, and mindfulness techniques.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Kristi Wilson

Kristi Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Waxahachie, TX


With over 20 years of experience working in diverse settings, I support children, adolescents, and adults as they navigate challenges connected to the past, present, and future. As a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) in Texas, I am passionate about the transformative power of therapy and growth that can happen when clients feel safe, supported, and understood. I consider it a privilege to walk alongside clients as they navigate difficult seasons, make meaningful changes, reconnect with their strengths, and move toward healing.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cheryl Edinbyrd

Cheryl Edinbyrd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Dallas, TX


“My approach is utilizing CBT, DBT, EMDR, Hypnotherapy and Natuurpathic Care to meet clients where they are...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Margaret Felty

Margaret Felty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Waxahachie, TX


“I am a licensed mental health professional in Texas with 36 years of experience, specializing in trauma, abuse, grief, depression, and compassion fatigue.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
LaMonica Mercy

LaMonica Mercy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Waxahachie, TX


“My goal is to create a safe, judgment-free space where clients can share openly, rebuild trust in themselves and others, and grow with compassion and clarity.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Davis

Stephanie Davis

Therapist

In-person • 13 mi away • Waxahachie, TX


“I want my clients to leave the office feeling like they have accomplished a step forward in coping with their personal situation.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Ash Milam

Ash Milam

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Dallas, TX


“I want my clients to understand that therapy is not about finding "what is wrong with you". It is about finding out "what is right with you".”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tyrannie Anderson

Tyrannie Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Waxahachie, TX


I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with

over 10 years of experience helping

people work through life challenges and

the negative thought processes that keep

them stuck. A lot of my work is about

helping clients become emotionally

resilient, using mindfulness and other

practical tools from the theories that fit

each person best. If you're carrying

anxiety, unresolved trauma,

or strain in your closest relationships, you

don't have to sort it out on your own. I

work with adults and seniors, including a

lot of men who didn't expect therapy to

be for them.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Curtis Hill

Dr. Curtis Hill

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Richardson, TX


“I know how to help move you from where you are, to where you want to be. Growth and change can be anxiety provoking, initially. But, so rewarding when properly nurtured.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lexi Eller

Lexi Eller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Waxahachie, TX


“I have continued working in the field with first responders and have a specific passion for working with those who experience job-related trauma exposure...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Ott

Angela Ott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Waxahachie, TX


“I believe therapy is not about changing who you are. It is about developing a deeper understanding of yourself, recognizing your strengths, learning effective tools, and creating meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Danyell Wells

Danyell Wells

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Dallas, TX


If you're the one everyone else leans on, welcome. You've found a space where you don't have to perform.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 13 years of experience, I help adolescents (12+) and adults navigate anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and the lasting weight of trauma. My approach is warm, collaborative, trauma-informed, and I'm trained in Brainspotting, integrating music and creative practices when they fit. Sessions with me feel like real conversation, clinically grounded, never clinical-feeling.

You are not broken, and you were never meant to be fixed. Whenever you're ready, I'd be honored to begin.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Pulido

Melissa Pulido

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Waxahachie, TX


“I work with clients to set personal growth goals and find ways to help them attain these goals so that life becomes manageable and enjoyable.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Yolanda Francis

Yolanda Francis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Mansfield, TX


“I believe that seeking therapy is a sign of strength, and you do not have to navigate difficult seasons alone.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Judith Nyabuti

Judith Nyabuti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Mansfield, TX


Judith enjoys working with diverse groups and people from different cultures. She practices improving mental wellness and quality of life for her patients. She treats children, adolescents, and adults ages twelve and above. Judith is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and a 2022 graduate of University of Texas at Arlington. She is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and has 10 years of psychiatry experience.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Karen Simmons-Clifton

Dr. Karen Simmons-Clifton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Mansfield, TX


Dr. Karen provide services to Connecticut, Florida, New Jersey and Texas she is a licensed professional counseling supervisor (LPC-S) in Texas, and licensed mental health counseling supervisor (LMHC-S) in Florida with more than 15 years of counseling experience, offering a unique blend of clinical expertise, trauma-informed care, and spiritually grounded guidance. She has a (MS) in Mental Health Counseling: Traumatology and a EdD. In Community Care Counseling: Traumatology. As the founder of Empowerment & Counseling Firm by Dr. Karen, PLLC, she is dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their voice, rebuild their strength, and rise into the healthiest version of themselves, emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and physically.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Cizmas

Susan Cizmas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Dallas, TX


“Her goal is to alleviate guilt, self-doubt, and anxiety, empowering you to prioritize your needs without fear.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melody Ware-Massie

Melody Ware-Massie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Arlington, TX


“I have over 20+ years of experience working with children as an educator, with extensive experience working with children with ADHD/Autism/Anger Issues.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Lopez

Karen Lopez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Arlington, TX


“My approach is warm, supportive and practical, blending EMDR, CBT and trauma-informed care to help you process difficult experiences and build healthier coping strategies.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Philip Valentinetti

Philip Valentinetti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Dallas, TX


If you’re considering therapy, chances are something in your life isn’t working the way you want it to. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck in familiar patterns, disconnected from yourself or the people around you, or simply ready for something to change.

I work with people navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, people-pleasing and conflict avoidance, trauma, grief, identity concerns, life transitions, and difficulty expressing what they need or want. My goal isn’t to fit you into a box or tell you who you should become. It’s to understand what life is like for you, what is getting in your way, and where you want to go from here.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Christian Walsh

Christian Walsh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Dallas, TX


Hello! I specialize in working with adults who are grappling with OCD, personality disorders, trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationship issues. Because these are complex and often deeply personal topics, I am here to support you on your path to understanding, growth, and resilience. It's time you realized how strong you really are!

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Desoto, TX
There are over 130 therapists in Desoto, TX accepting new patients.
130+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 91%Trauma
  • 88%Stress management
  • 81%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 91%Cigna
  • 84%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 2%Yoruba
  • 1%Farsi
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 82%Woman
  • 17%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 74%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 10%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 29%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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