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Our therapists offer PTSD & trauma therapy in Cambridge, MA

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27,539 people sought Trauma/PTSD therapy help in Massachusetts in the last year

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As a certified DBT clinician (C-DBT) with 16 years of post-graduate experience, I help clients develop skills in mindfulness, dist...

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As a Black Haitian-American woman, I understand what it means to be different, among many other things....

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As a trained physician, experienced oriental medicine practitioner, and PhD medical researcher, I believe in a holistic approach t...

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As a bilingual Latina therapist, I provide a safe and supportive space to explore your inner world and grow into your best self, n...

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As a bi-cultural Black woman, I am committed to providing intentional and culturally responsive work....

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As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is key to your success in therapy, where you ca...

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I desire to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are—no story sanitation and no respectability performances—because...

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I bring a calm, grounded presence and a deep respect for each person’s unique story—shaped by years of working through the mind-bo...

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The mind is like an iceberg. It floats with one seventh of its bulk above water - Sigmund Freud...

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As a queer Latina woman with extensive experience treating patients with trauma, depression, anxiety, and more, I look forward to ...

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I strive to offer a steady place where people can slow down, reflect, and move forward....

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As a person-centered clinician with a multicultural background, I focus on creating a calm, nonjudgmental space for individuals wo...

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As a therapist, I offer a warm and supportive space where clients feel empowered to grow, heal, and thrive....

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Margaret Oloyede is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practioner with 8 years of experience treating adults who are struggling to ...

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As a human being, I understand the myriad of psychiatric, psychological, and mental health problems that humans face throughout th...

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

My go-to approach for helping people in trauma therapy is creating a safe and contained place where clients can start slowly processing trauma.

What tools do you teach in PTSD/trauma therapy?

I teach the following tools in trauma therapy:

  • distress tolerance
  • mindfulness
  • grounding skills
  • emotion identification
  • identifying and challenging negative self-talk and cognitive distortions

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

I know a client is making meaningful progress in trauma therapy when clients feel safer, more contained, and better able to process trauma with decreasing dysregulation.

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

Clients can supplement their time in trauma therapy by practicing the skills learned in sessions.

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

To prepare for their first trauma therapy session, someone can identify their struggles and the impact trauma is having on their lives, including the symptoms they are experiencing, and think about their goals for therapy.

Starting Trauma/PTSD therapy in Cambridge

What is PTSD/trauma therapy?

At Thriveworks, Trauma/PTSD therapy involves dedicated efforts to address and navigate through past and/or recent traumatic events. Therapists specializing in trauma create a secure environment to process and heal from these experiences, aiming to reduce trauma-related symptoms and enhance overall quality of life.

How does PTSD/trauma therapy work?

Our Thriveworks providers use Trauma/PTSD therapy treatments like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR, CBT, and exposure therapy with the goal of helping clients process the traumatic events they have experienced so that they can to start feeling safe and secure again.

Symptoms of PTSD

The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can vary but often include:

  • Flashbacks and distressing memories of the traumatic event
  • Nightmares and sleep disturbances
  • Intense anxiety and irritability
  • Avoidance of reminders of the trauma
  • Negative changes in mood and thought patterns
  • Increased arousal, like difficulty concentrating or exaggerated startle response

How do you overcome PTSD triggers?

The best way to overcome PTSD triggers is to seek the assistance of a professional therapist, such as those at Thriveworks, who can help you to understand and treat your PTSD triggers.

What type of therapist is best for PTSD?

In most cases, a therapist who specializes in Trauma/PTSD therapy is the best type of mental health professional to address the symptoms of PTSD.

Is PTSD/trauma therapy conducted in person or online?

PTSD/trauma therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long should you go to therapy for PTSD?

If a client is working through a single traumatic event that occurred as an adult, trauma or PTSD therapy may only take a few months, but in general, it can take a year or more to effectively treat trauma symptoms and PTSD. The duration of treatment is highly dependent on the client and the severity of their symptoms.

How successful is therapy for PTSD?

The success rate of therapy for PTSD depends entirely on the individual’s symptoms, commitment to attending sessions, and personal abilities.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Cambridge accept 29 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • 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

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

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Self-pay costs at Cambridge
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

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

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Ongoing sessions

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Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Karissa is knowledgeable, personable, and easy to connect with
Jillian Sep 2025
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Enel is AMAZING. Everything has been great
Devin Sep 2025
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Alahna Sep 2025
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I love Marissa! I always feel heard and understood. She is the best :)
Jane Sep 2025
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Being able to choose the provider has been great. I feel comfortable speaking to my provider in spanish or english. My provider has been extremely helpful with my personal issue.
Jessica Sep 2025
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I appreciate Mackie. I think she's very thorough and compassionate and knowledgeable.
Matthew Sep 2025
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Margaret is great, very kind and calming and straightforward. Has helped me most
Jeanne Sep 2025
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David is a great provider. I feel supported and know that I have a resource that can help me when needed.
Ryan Sep 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Cambridge is located off of Massachusetts Ave, on the north side of the Charles River. Our office is in the Cambridge Tower next to Apollo Travel and Tours, Tanjore, and Cambridge Premier Realty. The closest bus stop is Massachusetts Ave opp Lee St. 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

(617) 380-4651

Languages spoken by MA providers

  • Persian
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Creole
  • French
  • Japanese
  • Mandarin
  • Farsi
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