Trauma Therapists Available in Sanford
This page is for Sanford residents seeking online therapy for trauma. Use it to compare licensed Florida clinicians who list trauma as a focus. Look for experience with specific trauma types, therapy approaches (like CBT, EMDR, or exposure-based methods), and whether they work with adults, teens, or families. A Florida license covers the whole state, so clinicians available to clients in Sanford can work with you regardless of your local address. Check each profile for session format and stated specialties to find providers whose approach matches your needs.
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1. Michael Flatley, LMFT
Support for anxiety, relationships, and family life
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Family · Parenting · Self esteem
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Mindfulness Therapy
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2. Nixalys Vega, LMHC
Bilingual LMHC for stress and relationships
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Motivational Interviewing
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3. Genee Tinsley , LMHC
LMHC supporting emotional and relational growth
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Family · Parenting · Anger · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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4. Briana Yort, LMHC
Skills-focused therapy for anxiety, trauma, and mood concerns
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
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5. Francis Lopez, LMHC
Compassionate support for anxiety, trauma, and self-esteem
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
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6. Dr. Carol Parham, LMHC
Support for healing, growth, and life transitions
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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7. Nicole Bakewell, LMHC
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Parenting · Depression
Approaches Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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8. Sarah Spiewak, LCSW
Support for anxiety, relationships, and healing
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Family · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem
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9. Athina Smalios, LCSW
Experienced LCSW guiding trauma recovery and growth
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Anger · Self esteem
Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Motivational Interviewing · Solution-Focused Therapy
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10. Jennifer Cruz, LMHC
Florida Licensed Counselor for Life Changes
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Self esteem · Bipolar · Depression · Addictions
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11. Shirley Louisor, LMHC, LPC
Compassionate counselor for individuals and families
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Parenting · Depression · Relationship
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Motivational Interviewing
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12. Dr. Kathleen "Kathy" Meeks, LMFT
Relationship and intimacy-focused care with a holistic lens
Works with Relationship · Family · Trauma and abuse · Intimacy-related issues · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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13. Rene Garcell, LCSW
Client-centered support through life transitions
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Grief · Depression
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14. Rebecca Garcia, LMHC
Support for anxiety, trauma, and life transitions
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Parenting · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Solution-Focused Therapy
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15. Page Harper, LMHC
Compassionate Florida counselor for anxiety, relationships, and healing
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Mindfulness Therapy
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About trauma therapy for people in Sanford
Everyone listed on this page holds a licence to practise in Florida and works online. That matters more than it sounds: a licence is issued by the state, not by a city, so a therapist is available to anyone in Florida regardless of how far away they are. Someone in Sanford can work with a therapist whose books would otherwise be out of reach.
1,734 therapists match this page, all of whom name trauma among the areas they work with. Fifteen are shown above. The list changes between pages, so it is worth looking at more than one if none of these feels like a fit.
What to compare
- Credential. LMHC, LCSW and LMFT are different training routes to licensed practice in Florida, all overseen by the Florida Department of Health's Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling. None outranks the others; they shape emphasis rather than quality.
- Years in practice. Shown for every therapist here. More experience is not automatically better, but it is a fair proxy for how much of a given problem someone has seen.
- What else they work with. A therapist whose other focus areas overlap with your situation is usually a better starting point than one whose listed areas stop at the single thing you searched for.
- Approach. CBT, psychodynamic, solution-focused and the rest describe how sessions tend to run. If you have tried therapy before and it did not suit you, changing approach is often more useful than changing therapist.
- Language. Shown where a therapist offers sessions in more than English.
How online sessions work
Sessions run by video or by messaging, arranged through our partner platform rather than booked directly with the therapist. There is no travel and no waiting room, which for most people is the difference between starting and not starting. Pricing is set by the platform and shown before you commit.
Therapy in Sanford
Sanford has a population of about 61,051. Local in-person availability varies and waiting lists are common, which is part of why state-wide online practice has grown. Nothing on this page depends on a therapist being near you.
Common questions
How do I choose a trauma therapist from this list?
Start by noting which trauma types the clinician names, such as complex trauma, PTSD, or childhood abuse. Compare stated treatment approaches and populations served. Read profiles for training in trauma-focused methods and any mention of working with co-occurring concerns like anxiety or substance use. Choose someone whose approach and client focus align with your needs and comfort level.
Can these clinicians help with recent single-incident trauma versus long-term complex trauma?
Many clinicians list the types of trauma they treat. Some emphasize evidence-based short-term approaches for recent incidents, while others focus on long-term, complex trauma work that may involve phased treatment. Review profiles for specific mention of single-incident trauma, complex trauma, or chronic relational trauma to identify suitable clinicians.
What should I ask during an initial contact with a trauma-focused clinician?
Ask about their experience with your specific trauma type, the treatment approaches they use, and how they manage strong emotional reactions during sessions. Inquire whether they work with your age group and any concurrent issues you have. Clarify session format (video, phone) and how they structure trauma-focused care so you can assess fit.
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