Top-Rated Trauma Therapists in Cleveland & Chicago
Living with the aftermath of trauma doesn’t need to hold you back any longer. With trauma therapy at SG Therapy Group, our compassionate, professional trauma-informed therapists in Chicago & Cleveland can help you to take back control and feel like yourself again.
Connect with us today to start healing from trauma via the form below or call (312) 343-4692.
Our Approach to Therapy for Trauma
Healing from a traumatic event can involve a multimodal approach to therapy. As each client and experience is unique, we tailor our treatment plans to the needs of each individual. At SG Therapy Group, we use a trauma-focused therapy lens through all psychotherapy modalities. Some of our therapists specialize specifically in a few approaches, including the following.
EMDR: Eye movement desensitization and reprocessingis a specialized therapy for trauma that works by changing how you respond to disturbing memories. Using a technique called “bilateral stimulation”, which often involves side-to-side eye movements or tapping alternating sides of your body, your brain reprocesses the traumatic event so it no longer causes as much emotional distress. You can read more about EMDR and our therapists who specialize in this treatment here.
Internal Family Systems: IFS is a type of trauma therapy that helps people identify and accept different parts of themselves within their internal mental system. It is based on the idea that the mind is made up of interconnected parts, each with its own unique role and perspective. You will work with a therapist to identify your internal system and develop a relationship with your parts to help you heal.
Cognitive processing therapy: CPT is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) that focuses on treating trauma. This modality implements skills to help you understand how your experience reinforced or altered certain thoughts and behaviors. You will work with a therapist to reveal core beliefs that are contributing to barriers in your healing journey.
If one of these forms of trauma therapy feels like the right fit for you, we can help. We aim to make therapy as welcoming and rewarding as possible.
Why choose SG Therapy Group
Finding the right fit between you and your clinician is a key part of effective therapy. Below, we outline some of our therapists' skill sets and interests to help you understand whether we're the best therapists in Chicago or Cleveland for your needs.
Meet Our Highly Rated Therapists for Trauma Therapy in Chicago, IL
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Sydney Gideon, LCSW
Specialties: TTrauma, PTSD and CPTSD, EMDR, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, attachment issues, life transitions, and female therapy
Services: Individual Counseling & EMDR
Location: West Loop, Chicago & Telehealth
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Molly Adams, LCSW
Specialties: Trauma, PTSD and CPTSD, EMDR, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, attachment issues, life transitions, and female therapy
Services: Individual counseling and counseling for first responders
Location: West Loop, Chicago and Telehealth
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Maddie Persanyi, LCPC
Specialties: Relationship issues, self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, life transitions, college students, trauma therapy, PTSD, CPTSD, and female therapy
Services: Individual Counseling & Couples Counseling
Location: West Loop, Chicago & Telehealth
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Erin Cluskey, LPC
Specialties: Athletes and sports performance, social anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, teens/young adults, female therapy, and self-esteem
Services: Individual and couples counseling
Location: West Loop, Chicago & Illinois Telehealth
Meet Our Highly Rated Therapists for Trauma Therapy in Chicago, IL
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Sydney Gideon, LCSW
Specialties: TTrauma, PTSD and CPTSD, EMDR, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, attachment issues, life transitions, and female therapy
Services: Individual Counseling & EMDR
Location: Pepper Pike, Cleveland & Telehealth
Start Trauma Therapy in Cleveland or Chicago With SG Therapy Group
At SG Therapy Group, we offer in-person trauma therapy in both Chicago and the Cleveland area. We also have virtual options if you’re coming from further away, unable to attend in person, or just want therapy from the comfort of your home, work, or other private space.
Our Chicago Trauma Therapy Office
Our Chicago office location is at 901 W Jackson Blvd, Suite 401, Chicago, IL 60607, in West Loop, making us close to neighborhoods and areas like Fulton Market, Little Italy, South Loop, Ukrainian Village, Wicker Park, and Logan Square.
We’re also conveniently situated near the CTA UIC-Halsted Blue Line station, making us a great option for University of Illinois Chicago students looking for trauma therapy. We’re also not far from Union Station and near the 126 bus route. Our office also has a Divvy bike rack out front for those using the bike share. And if you’re driving, there are multiple options for paid street and garage parking within walking distance.
Our Office for Trauma Therapy Near Cleveland Heights
Our Cleveland office is located at 29525 Chagrin Blvd, Suite 130, Beachwood, OH 44122, in the Pepper Pike/Beachwood area. This makes us convenient for clients coming from nearby communities like Shaker Heights, Cleveland Heights, University Heights, Lyndhurst, and the greater Cleveland area.
Our office is near local landmarks like The Maltz Museum and Preston’s H.O.P.E Playground, and about a 30-minute drive from downtown Cleveland via I-480 E. Parking is available directly in front of the building. For public transportation, we’re easily served by the RTA 14-14A bus route toward Lander Circle.
FAQs About Therapy for Trauma
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The main symptoms of trauma include:
Being easily startled and constantly feeling “on edge”
Having unwanted memories or flashbacks of the event
Avoiding certain people or places because they remind you of what happened
Feeling numb or like you are disconnected from your body or your mind
Difficulties connecting with others or forming healthy romantic and/or platonic relationships.
Co-occurring mental health issues such as anxiety and depression
It’s important to note that many people who have experienced trauma may not have a memory of what happened or an understanding of what is causing their symptoms. Trauma informed therapy provides a safe space to begin exploring any potential underlying issues.
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Yes! It is highly researched that the therapeutic relationship is the number one determinant for success in healing. Forming connections and making meaning from our experiences can help us feel safe and secure again.
Trauma therapy is a safe, confidential space to express yourself and explore your mental health. Additionally, many people who experience trauma have a hard time being authentic in their relationships with others. Therapy gives you the chance to practice being vulnerable so you can get more comfortable with growing genuine relationships.
Each person's experience of healing their trauma through therapy is unique. At the same time, there are many common ways that therapists can help people heal from trauma, including:
Teaching coping skills
Offering emotional support
Helping people learn more about themselves
Building problem-solving skills
...and much more. Together, we'll explore your specific mental health needs and discover how trauma therapy can help you.
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Therapists treat trauma using a variety of methods. Our clinicians typically blend different trauma therapy techniques, customizing each client's treatment plan to their needs and goals. Some approaches we use include narrative therapy, EMDR, internal family systems, CPT, and more.
If you're not sure which kind of approach might work best for you, we invite you to schedule a free consultation to learn more about how we can help.
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Item descriptionWhether insurance will cover your complex trauma therapy depends on your insurance provider, though many major insurers cover therapy for trauma, especially if it’s recommended by a healthcare provider.
If you want to find out whether you can use insurance for trauma therapy in Cleveland, our therapists are currently in-network with Medical Mutual and Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO.
And if you’re looking for Chicago trauma therapy, our therapists there are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Blue Choice Plans, Aetna, and UnitedHealthcare.
Whether you’re looking for childhood trauma therapy, therapy for PTSD, complex trauma, or something else, we can help verify your insurance benefits before starting treatment. But we do recommend calling the number on the back of your insurance card for the most accurate information about coverage.