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Melissa Pagan She/Her

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Connecticut | BCBS, Cigna | Evernorth, +15 more

Anger, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Self Esteem, +7 more

As a professional with a background in treating many different age groups, I understand the complexity of how behavioral health and mental health symp... As a professional with a background in treating many different age groups, I understand the complexity of how behavioral health and mental health symptoms co-exist with each other. Read more

Next opening: Mon Jun 16, 10 am View all availability

Marissa Ferrao She/Her

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Aetna, Cigna | Evernorth, Compsych, +17 more

Military / Veteran, Domestic Abuse, LGBTQIA+, Stress, Autism, +8 more

As someone with a history of anxiety and isolating behaviors, I understand the importance of reaching out to others for help during challenging times.

Next opening: Mon Jun 9, 11 am View all availability

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Common approaches to Trauma/PTSD therapy

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

I prefer to use cognitive processing therapy (CPT), which provides psychoeducation about trauma and how to develop coping mechanisms. This approach helps clients change their thinking about the trauma.

What tools do you teach in PTSD/trauma therapy?

Throughout my years of experience, I have found that when trauma occurs, the brain will not allow any clear recall until the person is ready to process the event. Information about the trauma has to be presented slowly, with attention to the client's emotional state and boundaries.

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

Clients are making progress when they are no longer mentally going back to the time of the trauma, nor are they avoiding the subject.

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

When triggered, clients can attempt to change the narrative they are telling themselves in the moment.

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

In my opinion, the first session of PTSD therapy doesn't require preparation. I focus on meeting the client where they are and providing a safe and comfortable environment to help them discuss trauma.

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 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.

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Insurance options

Self-pay costs

Our New Haven therapists and counselors accept 17 insurance plans

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Connecticut | BCBS
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Connecticut Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage
Compsych
Connecticare
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
Humana Medicare Advantage
JP Farley Corporation

Self-pay costs at New Haven

Talk therapy

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

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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I dislike how it's difficult to see or edit your information on the website, and the fact that we can't do monthly payments instead of paying after every session is also irritating. My provider herself Marissa Ferrao is amazing and I appreciate her so much.

Read more I dislike how it's difficult to see or edit your information on the website, and the fact that we can't do monthly payments instead of paying after every session is also irritating. My provider herself Marissa Ferrao is amazing and I appreciate her so much.

Rebecca Mar 2025