PTSD Counseling in Raleigh, NC

Meet Our Raleigh Trauma Care Team

Our counselors and psychiatric provider support adults dealing with trauma responses, anxiety, mood changes, sleep concerns, grief, relationship strain, and substance-use concerns.

Natashia Shelley

MA, LCMHC · NPI 1497158661

Licensed clinical mental health counselor supporting adults, children, and families through stress, mood concerns, trauma, and major life changes.

Kalia Lapomarel

LCSW, LCASA · NPI 1467125930

Licensed clinical social worker and addiction specialist helping clients address trauma, recovery, emotional health, and relationship concerns.

Nisha Kotecha

FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC · NPI 1093144719

Board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner providing evaluation and medication management when symptoms need coordinated support.

Benjenus Jenkins

MSW, LCSWA, LCAS-A · NPI 1902386360

Behavioral health professional supporting adults with trauma, substance-use concerns, stress, emotional regulation, and life transitions.

Clarissa Gooding-Aytch

MPH, MSW, LCSW, LCAS · NPI 1356912372

Licensed clinical social worker and addiction specialist providing structured support for trauma, recovery, mood concerns, and family stress.

When the Body and Mind Stay on Alert

Trauma responses can continue long after danger has passed. They may affect your sleep, concentration, relationships, work, and ability to relax.

Distressing memories, flashbacks, or nightmares
Avoiding places, people, conversations, or reminders
Feeling tense, watchful, startled, or unable to settle
Irritability, anger, guilt, shame, or emotional numbness
Trouble sleeping, concentrating, or completing daily tasks
Feeling disconnected from people you care about
Using alcohol or other substances to manage distress

Signs that trauma keeps the body and mind on alert

Trauma-informed counseling that rebuilds safety at a manageable pace

Rebuild Safety at a Pace You Can Manage

PTSD counseling does not begin by forcing you to relive every detail. Your therapist first works with you to build trust, understand current symptoms, and create tools that make difficult moments more manageable.

Stabilization: learn grounding and regulation skills before deeper trauma work.
Trigger awareness: notice patterns that activate fear, avoidance, anger, or shutdown.
Thought and behavior work: address beliefs and habits that keep the threat response active.
Daily-life support: improve sleep, routines, relationships, concentration, and confidence.
Coordinated care: connect therapy with psychiatric assessment when medication support may help.

What PTSD Counseling Can Help You Work Through

Your care plan is shaped around the symptoms affecting your life, rather than a one-size-fits-all checklist.

Memories and Triggers

Understand what activates distress and practice ways to respond without becoming overwhelmed or shutting down.

Sleep and Nightmares

Address anxiety, routines, and trauma responses that make it difficult to fall asleep, stay asleep, or feel rested.

Avoidance and Isolation

Take manageable steps toward activities, places, relationships, and responsibilities that trauma has pushed away.

Guilt, Shame, and Anger

Examine painful beliefs and reactions without judgment, then develop healthier ways to process and communicate them.

Relationships and Trust

Work on boundaries, communication, emotional closeness, and the effects trauma can have on family and partnerships.

Work and Daily Functioning

Build routines and coping systems that support focus, decision-making, responsibilities, and a steadier daily rhythm.

What to Expect From PTSD Counseling

Care begins with your current needs and safety. You and your provider decide what to address first and how quickly to move.

1

Initial Assessment

Your provider asks about symptoms, history, sleep, health, relationships, substance use, safety, and your goals for care.

2

Personalized Treatment Plan

You identify priorities, choose practical goals, and discuss the approaches that fit your symptoms and comfort level.

3

Skills and Trauma Work

Sessions may include grounding, emotional regulation, trigger planning, cognitive work, and gradual processing when appropriate.

4

Progress Review

Your therapist checks what is changing and adjusts the plan as your needs, symptoms, and daily life evolve.

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What to expect from PTSD counseling in Raleigh

Why Choose NuTrans Health for PTSD Counseling in Raleigh

Trauma care should feel structured without feeling rushed. Our team focuses on practical support, clear communication, and coordinated treatment.

Trauma-informed counseling shaped around safety and readiness
Licensed counselors with experience across trauma, mood, grief, and recovery concerns
Psychiatric evaluation and medication management available when appropriate
In-person appointments at our Northwest Raleigh office
Secure telehealth appointments throughout North Carolina
Insurance verification before your first appointment
Confidential care designed around your goals and daily responsibilities

Insurance and Self-Pay Options

NuTrans Health accepts many major insurance plans. Coverage, deductibles, and copays vary, so our team can verify your benefits before care begins.

Insurance Plans

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Oscar Health
Oxford
Medicare
Medicaid plans when eligible

Plan participation can change. Contact the office for current network and benefit information.

Therapy Evaluation

$150

60-minute self-pay initial therapy appointment.

Therapy Follow-Up

$100

60-minute self-pay follow-up therapy appointment.

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What Raleigh Clients Say

Clients describe a team that listens, communicates clearly, and makes mental health care easier to access.

She is an absolutely amazing therapist and such a strong woman. She goes above and beyond for all of her clients. She is the best therapist my children and husband have had.

Abbie Eddy

Very intimate. I love the fact that they listen. I am glad I found a place where they care about me and my well-being.

Samantha Blue

I cannot express how much I appreciate NuTrans Health. The staff is prompt and courteous, and tele-visits fit my schedule well.

Michelle Picarella

Natasha Shelley is fantastic. My six-year-old actually looks forward to her sessions.

Allison Singer

Visit Our Raleigh Office

Meet with your provider in Northwest Raleigh or choose secure telehealth when attending from home works better.

NuTrans Health - Raleigh
5109 Hollyridge Dr #103
Raleigh, NC 27612
Phone: (844) 748-8443
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Saturday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM; Sunday closed

We serve clients from Raleigh, Cary, Morrisville, Apex, Wake Forest, Garner, Knightdale, and nearby communities. Telehealth is available across North Carolina.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can PTSD counseling help with?

PTSD counseling can help with distressing memories, nightmares, avoidance, anxiety, guilt, irritability, emotional numbness, sleep problems, relationship strain, and feeling constantly alert or unsafe.

Do I need a PTSD diagnosis before starting therapy?

No. You can begin therapy because trauma-related symptoms are affecting your life. A qualified provider can discuss whether a formal evaluation is appropriate.

Will I have to describe every detail of the trauma?

Not immediately. Trauma-informed therapy begins with safety, trust, and coping skills. Your therapist will discuss what feels manageable and will not force you to share details before you are ready.

How long does PTSD counseling take?

The length of treatment varies. It depends on your symptoms, goals, history, current stress, support system, and the treatment approach you and your therapist choose.

Can PTSD therapy help with sleep and nightmares?

Therapy can address trauma responses, habits, triggers, and anxiety that affect sleep. Your provider may also discuss psychiatric evaluation when symptoms need additional assessment.

Is telehealth PTSD counseling available across North Carolina?

Yes. NuTrans Health provides secure telehealth appointments to eligible clients throughout North Carolina, including people who live outside Raleigh.

Does NuTrans Health accept insurance for PTSD counseling?

NuTrans Health accepts many major insurance plans. Coverage and copays vary, so the team can verify your benefits before your first appointment.

Take the Next Step Toward Feeling Safer

Trauma can keep affecting sleep, relationships, work, and daily decisions long after the event has passed. Counseling gives you a structured place to understand those reactions and build a steadier way forward.

Call: (844) 748-8443 Schedule an Appointment