Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Lufkin, TX

I am so glad you're here! I'm Jessica Haffner, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, and trauma therapy is the center of my work. I am trained in EMDR and in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and I earned my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Sam Houston State University. I opened my private practice in January of 2025. I have a particular passion for working with women navigating symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and the challenges that come with different seasons of life.

Hello! I am glad you found your way here and I have the opportunity to introduce myself. I am a trauma-trained Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with more than 16 years of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan. My professional background includes extensive work with trauma survivors, as well as children, adolescents, and adults navigating mental health concerns and life transitions. If you are visiting this page, please know that you do not have to face these challenges alone. Take the next step in your self-care journey and reach out by phone or email to learn more about how we can work together.

I believe it is important for clients to find a counselor that fits their personality. I combine effective research based approaches with a warm, friendly, southern personality. There is almost always laughter somewhere in my sessions, even on the tough days. Client's should leave counseling sessions with a feeling of being lighter, understood, and valued.

Life is hard and we all face challenges that can feel too big to handle on our own. Luckily you don't have to walk through these challenges alone.

As a dedicated therapist, I am passionate about supporting individuals from all backgrounds, especially those in marginalized communities. With a decade of experience in mental health—spanning county services, private practice, and schools—I provide a safe, inclusive space for healing and growth. Using an eclectic, individualized approach, I draw from EMDR, CBT, and DBT to tailor therapy to your unique needs. My expertise in trauma allows me to deeply understand and guide clients through their challenges while helping them build resilience and move toward healin

Healing begins the moment you feel truly seen, heard, and supported. My goal is to meet you exactly where you are and walk alongside you as an active partner in your mental health journey.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) specializing in comprehensive, lifespan mental health care. My clinical approach blends rigorous scientific precision with a deeply empathetic, collaborative philosophy, ensuring you feel empowered rather than just a diagnosis.

Experienced across the entire lifespan, I treat children, adolescents, adults, and seniors (ages 4+). I provide evidence-based, specialized care for:

• ADHD Across the Lifespan: Supporting executive functioning and emotional regulation from childhood through adulthood.
• Anxiety & Depressive Disorders: Managing generalized anxiety, panic, and major depression.
• Mood & Psychotic Disorders: Utilizing modern clinical strategies for Bipolar disorder and complex mood shifts.
• Complex Presentations: Providing sensitive care for eating disorders, trauma histories, and personality-related behavior patterns.

Outside of psychiatry, I am an avid traveler and a passionate gardener. Tending to my roses daily is my favorite way to practice mindfulness and decompress, ensuring I return to my patients with a refreshed mind and renewed energy.

There are often no easy answers to solving complex life problems. Whether it's family relationships, life transitions, or big decisions around work or school, there are many different paths we can take. It’s common to feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to do. My work with people is to help explore those options, problem‐solve, and build confidence in the direction that feels right for them.

I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 15 years of experience supporting adults. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, ADHD, emotional overwhelm, self-worth, and relationship challenges, and I also work with couples seeking stronger communication and connection. My style is warm, collaborative, and relational, creating a space where you can show up as you are. Together, we’ll understand the patterns keeping you stuck, build on your strengths, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Hello there! My name is Nick, and if you’ve found yourself at a crossroads on this page, then wanderers welcome. Life is an adventure, and there are times when the rough waters take over our ship. My job is to help you get back on course, and sailing in the direction you want to go.

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes therapy works best when it feels collaborative, genuine, warm, and deeply human. My style is conversational, curious, and direct—with a real sense of humor and playfulness in the room. Therapy deals with serious parts of life, but it doesn't have to feel heavy or clinical every single minute. Laughing together creates space for honesty, softens self-criticism, and lets us look at tough patterns without getting consumed by them.

I pay close attention to interpersonal dynamics—how we relate to others and how those connections shape our inner world. I’m here to bring clinical clarity, curiosity, and a willingness to ask the difficult questions that invite a fresh perspective.

Before becoming a therapist, I spent a decade as a professional swim coach. Over those ten years on the deck, I realized that what I cared about most wasn't just physical performance, but helping young people navigate the tough seasons, pressure, and personal transitions in their lives. That realization led me to pivot from coaching to counseling, earning my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler Graduate School.