Serving Clients Across New York, New Jersey & Florida
Looking for Trauma Therapy in NYC? Licensed Clinicians in Midtown Manhattan
Confidential, evidence-based support for trauma, PTSD, and complex PTSD at your own pace. In-person sessions and secure telehealth available.
Trauma therapy in NYC gives adults a confidential space to work through the lasting effects of difficult or overwhelming experiences, at a pace that feels manageable. At SR Psychological Services, our licensed psychologists and mental health professionals provide evidence-based, outpatient trauma and PTSD therapy tailored to your history and goals not a fixed protocol.
Our practice is located at 303 5th Avenue, Suite 502 in Midtown Manhattan, accessible from Grand Central Terminal, Bryant Park, Penn Station, and major subway lines. Since 2012, we have supported New Yorkers working through trauma, PTSD, and complex PTSD, alongside anxiety, depression, and grief. In-person sessions run Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 9:00 pm, and Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm; secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth is available across New York, New Jersey, and Florida.
Is Trauma Therapy the Right Support for What You Are Experiencing?
Trauma therapy may be appropriate when reactions to a difficult experience continue affecting your daily life, relationships, sleep, emotions, or sense of safety. You don’t need a formal diagnosis to reach out to a trauma therapist in NYC.
Our clinicians support adults experiencing:
- Intrusive memories, flashbacks, or nightmares connected to a past event
- Avoidance of people, places, or situations that bring up difficult memories
- Hyperarousal — feeling constantly on edge, easily startled, or unable to relax
- Emotional numbness, disconnection, or difficulty trusting others
- Anxiety, depression, or grief that developed alongside a traumatic experience
- Difficulty regulating strong emotions or a persistent sense of unsafety
- Effects of childhood experiences that continue to surface in adulthood
- Complex or repeated trauma, including relational or developmental trauma
If any of this feels familiar, that’s a valid reason to speak with a trauma therapist in NYC
Understanding Trauma, PTSD, and Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
Trauma refers to the lasting emotional and psychological impact of an overwhelming or distressing experience. PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, is a diagnosable condition that can develop when symptoms like intrusive memories, avoidance, and hyperarousal persist and interfere with daily life. Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) describes difficulties that can follow prolonged or repeated trauma, often including challenges with emotional regulation, self-concept, and relationships. C-PTSD appears in the ICD-11 but isn’t a separate DSM-5-TR diagnosis in the United States; a PTSD therapist in NYC can still address the symptoms it describes.
No single therapy is the best approach for trauma or PTSD for everyone — the most appropriate approach depends on your symptoms, history, and goals, and is discussed with your clinician during intake and ongoing care.
Our Midtown Manhattan Office and Telehealth Access
Our office at 303 5th Avenue, Suite 502 sits in Midtown Manhattan, within easy reach of Grand Central Terminal, Bryant Park, Penn Station, and major subway lines — convenient before work, during a lunch break, or after a commute home. For clients who prefer or need remote care, secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth trauma therapy is available for adults located in New York, New Jersey, and Florida, following the same clinical standards as in-person care.
Whether you are reaching out for the first time or returning for continued care, our team makes it simple to book a therapy appointment in NYC that fits your schedule and needs. Contact us by phone, email, or the form below, and a member of our administrative team will respond within one business day.
Can Childhood Trauma Lead to PTSD in Adults?
Yes. Difficult or overwhelming experiences in childhood can continue to affect emotional regulation, relationships, and stress responses well into adulthood, sometimes surfacing as PTSD or complex PTSD later in life. This does not mean the effects are permanent or untreatable. Many adults come to therapy specifically to understand how earlier experiences connect to present-day patterns, and trauma-informed care can help build coping skills and a stronger sense of safety, regardless of how long ago the experience occurred.
How Trauma Therapy at SR Psychological Services Works
From your first contact through ongoing care, our process is designed to be clinically grounded, transparent, and centered on your individual needs.
Free 15-Minute Consultation
Contact our office by phone or through our website and ask any questions before committing to a session. There is no cost for this initial call.
Initial Screening
Dr. Shatiece Riley, our founder and licensed psychologist, or a member of our clinical team conducts a structured, supportive intake — with attention to pacing that avoids retraumatization.
Therapist Matching
Based on your intake, you’re matched with the clinician whose training and clinical background are closely aligned with your needs, supporting a strong therapeutic alliance from the start.
Individualized Treatment Plan
You and your therapist build a personalized plan together through shared decision-making, informed by evidence-based practices and your stated goals.
Ongoing Individual Therapy Sessions
Most clients begin with weekly 45-to-50-minute sessions. Your therapist monitors progress and adjusts frequency and focus as care develops, at a pace you help set.
Progress Review
Your therapist regularly revisits your goals to assess progress and refine your plan, including ongoing psychoeducation about trauma responses and coping skills.
Therapeutic Approaches Used for Trauma and PTSD
Our licensed clinicians draw from a range of evidence-based approaches used in outpatient trauma-informed therapy. The approach or combination of approaches used in your care is determined by your clinical presentation, history, and goals, and is discussed with you directly rather than applied as a fixed protocol.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Interpersonal Therapy
Relational Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Holistic Therapy
Not every approach is appropriate for every client. Your therapist will discuss which methods are most appropriate for your presentation and preferences during intake and throughout care.
Does SR Accept Insurance for Trauma Therapy in NYC?
SR Psychological Services accepts the following insurance plans for trauma therapy:
Aetna
United HealthCare
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Additional in-network plans may be accepted. Our administrative team verifies your specific benefits before your first appointment — at no cost to you.
Why Choose SR Psychological Services for Trauma Therapy?
From your first contact through ongoing care, our process is designed to be clinically grounded, transparent, and centered on your individual needs.
Licensed and Credentialed Clinical Team
Our clinicians hold Ph.D., Psy.D., LMHC, and MHC-LP credentials. Licensed therapists maintain active New York State licenses; unlicensed clinicians practice under doctoral-level supervision.
Serving New York City Since 2012
Psychological Services has provided outpatient mental health support, including trauma and PTSD therapy, to individuals across NYC since 2012.
Trauma-Informed, Individualized Care
Every trauma therapist on our team works collaboratively, prioritizing safety, trust, and pacing that avoids retraumatization.
Accessible Midtown Manhattan Location
Our office at 303 5th Avenue, Suite 502 is accessible from Grand Central Terminal, Bryant Park, Penn Station, and major subway lines.
Secure Telehealth Available
HIPAA-compliant virtual sessions are offered for clients in New York, New Jersey, and Florida, following the same clinical standards as in-person care.
Insurance Accepted
We accept Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Our team verifies your coverage before your first appointment at no cost to you.
Inclusive and Affirming Practice
We welcome clients of all backgrounds, identities, orientations, neurotypes, and belief systems. Care is available in English and Spanish.
Coordinated Care
We are not a prescribing practice, but we can coordinate with or refer you to a psychiatrist or primary care provider if medication support may help.
FAQs About Trauma Therapy in NYC
No. Our clinicians are psychologists and licensed mental health counselors, so we provide psychotherapy rather than medication. Some people benefit from combining therapy with medication prescribed by a psychiatrist or primary care provider. If that may suit your care, we can coordinate with your existing prescriber or discuss a referral during your consultation.
That depends on individual circumstances and isn't something a therapist can determine. Complex PTSD isn't a separate DSM-5-TR diagnosis in the United States, though it's recognized in the ICD-11. Disability determinations are made by the Social Security Administration or an employer, not a therapy practice — we can't offer legal or benefits advice, but we can discuss how your symptoms affect daily functioning.
There's no single answer. Healing time depends on factors like how long the experience lasted, when it occurred in your life, and the support available to you — not on the "type" of trauma. Your therapist builds a plan around your specific history.
EMDR isn't appropriate for every client. Your clinician assesses your history, current stability, and goals before recommending EMDR or any other approach, and discusses alternatives such as CBT, TF-CBT, or CPT if EMDR isn't the right fit right now.
They overlap but aren't identical. Trauma therapy addresses the broader impact of difficult experiences, whether or not someone meets criteria for PTSD; PTSD therapy targets the diagnosed condition specifically. A PTSD therapist in NYC at SR Psychological Services addresses both within the same outpatient service.
This varies by person. Most clients begin with weekly 45-to-50-minute sessions, and treatment length is reviewed regularly with your therapist rather than fixed in advance.
Yes. All sessions are protected by professional ethics and federal law, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Your therapist will explain the limited, legally mandated exceptions to confidentiality during your first session.
Yes. We offer secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions for clients located in New York, New Jersey, and Florida. Virtual trauma therapy sessions follow the same clinical standards as in-person care.
Call us at (917) 705-6155 or submit an appointment request through our website. We offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation so you can ask questions and confirm fit before scheduling your first session.
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