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Amy Chase

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What is your go-to approach for PTSD/trauma therapy?

I find the best approach while working with people who have experienced traumatic events is to build a connection with you first. A supportive therapeutic relationship is crucial for trauma treatment.

What tools do you teach in PTSD/trauma therapy?

Psychoeducation is usually where I start when facilitating trauma work. It is important that we know how the brain works and why the symptoms are occurring. Negative thinking is common when someone is experiencing PTSD. I teach cognitive interventions to support the client. Lastly, prolonged exposure questions guide you to gradually approach trauma-related memories, feelings, and situations you may be avoiding.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in PTSD/trauma therapy?

I know a client is making meaningful progress when they show a change in their demeanor, practice helpful skills outside of therapy, and self-report relief in their symptoms.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement PTSD/trauma therapy?

You will be taught many coping skills to manage intense emotions and reactions. It is important to practice these skills outside of our counseling time.

What should someone do to prepare for starting PTSD/trauma therapy?

It's important to ask your provider questions about trauma therapy. The client should be informed and comfortable.

Starting Trauma therapy

What is trauma therapy?

Trauma therapy is a therapeutic approach that focuses on treating the psychological impact of traumatic events on individuals. Trauma therapy helps people process and heal from their trauma by guiding them through their trauma in a compassionate and supportive way, allowing clients to feel the full scope of what happened to them and eventually move on from the event(s). This process helps people who have experienced trauma find ways to feel safe in their lives.

How does trauma therapy work?

Trauma therapy will often require individuals to walk through their experiences in a controlled and compassionate setting (unless the client has a dissociative disorder) so that they can fully process the event, an activity that will allow them to move on from what happened and feel safe again. Thriveworks Leominster therapists will also help clients learn healthy coping mechanisms to deal with their symptoms outside of therapy.

Is trauma therapy conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks trauma counseling in Leominster, MA is conducted both in person and online through online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does trauma therapy last?

If an individual is working through a single event that occurred during adulthood, they may only need a few months of treatment. However, in instances of childhood trauma or repeated traumatic events, therapy may continue over the course of years. Trauma therapy usually ends when the client believes they have met their therapeutic goals, however long that takes to occur. Thriveworks therapists in Leominster, MA will continue to provide care for as long as necessary to help clients meet their therapeutic needs.

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Trauma Therapy in Leominster, MA—Therapists for Trauma and PTSD

If you are in Leominster, MA, consider working with a trauma therapist or PTSD therapist at Thriveworks in Leominster, MA. These professionals understand the impact that a traumatic experience can have on an individual.

Just call Thriveworks in Leominster, MA when you’re ready to schedule your appointment at (978) 612-6361.

What Is Trauma Therapy?

Therapy is designed to provide people with a safe place to talk with a professional about their personal thoughts, feelings, problems, and experiences. Trauma therapy is a form of therapy that aims to help people process their traumatic experience and how it affects their mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.

Your trauma therapist will provide you with skills and strategies for better understanding and coping with your trauma. They will help you process all of the emotions that come with trauma and also help you manage any PTSD symptoms you might be experiencing, such as:

  • Irritability
  • Hostility
  • Hypervigilance
  • Self-destruction
  • Flashbacks
  • Fear
  • Severe anxiety
  • Loneliness
  • Insomnia
  • Nightmares
  • Emotional detachment

As you may have experienced for yourself, these symptoms can be difficult to manage and have devastating effects on your mental health and wellbeing. If you are experiencing PTSD symptoms be sure to work with a healthcare provider, such as the trauma therapists at Thriveworks in Leominster, MA.

What Benefits Will I Find in Trauma Therapy?

Trauma therapy can benefit any and all victims of trauma. By working with a trauma therapist or PTSD therapist, you can accomplish the following goals important to healing:

  1. Learn more about what you are experiencing. Your trauma therapist at Thriveworks in Leominster, MA can help you better understand what trauma is and how it affects you.
  2. Open up about your emotions. Your therapist can also help you explore different emotions caused by your traumatic experience.
  3. Identify triggers. Do you know what sets you off and makes you feel fearful or recall traumatic memories? Your Thriveworks therapist will help you identify and work through these triggers.
  4. Develop healthy coping skills. Your trauma therapist will also help you to develop healthy coping skills for responding to triggers, managing your symptoms as well as your emotions related to your trauma.

As you can see, a trauma therapist or PTSD therapist at Thriveworks in Leominster, MA can help you in multiple ways. If you think that you could benefit from trauma therapy, reach out to us today. We want to help you heal and live the life you imagine for yourself.

Work with a Trauma Therapist at Thriveworks in Leominster, MA

If you are ready to schedule your first appointment, give Thriveworks Counseling in Leominster, MA a call at (978) 612-6361.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Leominster therapists and counselors accept 29 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health

  • First Health Network

  • Harvard Pilgrim

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Self-pay costs at Leominster
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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For the past year my mental, emotional and physical health has been restored. By God's providence, I connected with a psychiatric nurse practitioner at your agency. She skillfully assessed my situation and quickly prescribed much needed medication. I was at an all time low. Because of her expertise, compassion, and support, my life was renewed. So incredibly grateful to have my life back again.
Read more For the past year my mental, emotional and physical health has been restored. By God's providence, I connected with a psychiatric nurse practitioner at your agency. She skillfully assessed my situation and quickly prescribed much needed medication. I was at an all time low. Because of her expertise, compassion, and support, my life was renewed. So incredibly grateful to have my life back again.
Lillian Feb 2024
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The therapist at Thriveworks ( Stephen Medina) is absolutely fantastic. He is very well educated and is able to get me to open up.
Read more The therapist at Thriveworks ( Stephen Medina) is absolutely fantastic. He is very well educated and is able to get me to open up.
Sharron Feb 2024
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I have had a wonderful experience using Thriveworks. The website is easy to use and getting into the Zoom meeting is seamless
Read more I have had a wonderful experience using Thriveworks. The website is easy to use and getting into the Zoom meeting is seamless
Erynn Feb 2024
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It was very difficult getting my account up. I believe that happens because when we initially signed up i made the account but it’s under my spouse insurance. After fixing the problem my not his account reflects our current therapy sessions. We get emails and text but when we sign into the thrivework accounts we can’t see the billing cycle to pay or see out upcoming session. Neither one of our accounts display update and current account information. And we have called a few times to get it right and it’s not working . My therapist and agency is splendid
Read more It was very difficult getting my account up. I believe that happens because when we initially signed up i made the account but it’s under my spouse insurance. After fixing the problem my not his account reflects our current therapy sessions. We get emails and text but when we sign into the thrivework accounts we can’t see the billing cycle to pay or see out upcoming session. Neither one of our accounts display update and current account information. And we have called a few times to get it right and it’s not working . My therapist and agency is splendid
Isoke Feb 2024
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Dave Feb 2024
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I have two providers - one for Rx and one for counseling. Both are good. You to watch for emails and stage engaged and the help is there! Thank you, Anne
Read more I have two providers - one for Rx and one for counseling. Both are good. You to watch for emails and stage engaged and the help is there! Thank you, Anne
Anne Feb 2024
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Outstanding from first call to assigning me a therapist for my particular needs. I would recommend them to anyone. My therapist is top notch!
Read more Outstanding from first call to assigning me a therapist for my particular needs. I would recommend them to anyone. My therapist is top notch!
Sharron Feb 2024
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I saw counseling and therapy from your remote staff both have been very beneficial to me. Thank you very much.
Read more I saw counseling and therapy from your remote staff both have been very beneficial to me. Thank you very much.
Anne Feb 2024
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Leominster is off of Merriam Ave, just east of Rockwell Pond. We currently share a building with Cormier Chiropractic and The Vascular Care Group, and our building is across the street from Foster Ct. and Grove Ave. The closest bus stop to us is at the Leominster Senior Center. If you have trouble finding our office or have any questions about how to get here, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

Phone number

(978) 612-6361

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