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How do you work with clients with trauma and PTSD?

Merrisa Dawn SantosM

Merrisa Dawn Santos

MA, LPC, NCC
Online Therapy
I am a Board Certified and Licensed Professional Counselor who has been working in the field for over several years. With a passion for helping others, my patient-first approach to healing centers on simple, effective therapies. I am an empathetic, flexible, authentic, and reflective practitioner committed to providing counseling services to individuals throughout all walks of life. I am adept at working with patients from various cultural backgrounds and sexual orientations. I use a holistic approach that focuses on the mind, body, and spirit to promote mental health and well-being. As a bi-lingual practitioner, I believe in working within a multicultural lens and am committed to providing compassionate, collaborative counseling services and therapeutic approaches across the entire human landscape. A critical thinker and experienced mental health professional, I utilize mind-mapping techniques to help my patients achieve a healthier and more balanced lifestyle. I specialize in solution-based, strength-based, person-centered, and narrative methodologies derived through a neurocounseling and trauma-sensitive multiculturally competent viewpoint. I am a conscientious and dedicated practitioner in the field of behavioral/mental healthcare and the study of neuroscience. Throughout my career, I have helped numerous individuals, couples, and families treat various forms of ADHD, anxiety, depression, bereavement, family conflict, self-regulation, trauma, PTSD, and more. I am both highly empathetic and flexible, striving to provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment for my patients, and enjoy exploring new approaches to counseling that can better meet their needs. Among my qualifications, I am an expert in Psychoanalytic Techniques, MBCT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy), REBT (Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), incorporating various Art Therapy techniques as well as crisis and trauma intervention services.
Kellie KingK

Kellie King

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Online & In-Person
Hello, I’m Kellie King, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in Kingsland, GA. With 8+ years of experience, I specialize in helping individuals ages 6 and up manage and overcome mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD and insomnia. Currently, I provide care at Georgia Psychiatry Services, LLC. My approach is compassionate and patient-centric, providing care through telehealth appointments. I will be offering opportunities to meet in person in the upcoming months. I’m dedicated to making mental health care accessible and understandable. I focus on detailed assessments, effective medication management, and clear communication to educate patients and their families. Together, we develop personalized care plans tailored to each person's unique needs. I hold a Master’s degree in Nursing from Vanderbilt University and a Bachelor’s degree from the College of Coastal Georgia. I’m licensed to practice in both Georgia and Florida. My goal is to support your journey to better mental health with empathy and expertise. Reach out to start your path to wellness today. *Specialties •Psychiatry •Mental Health *Conditions treated •Depression •Anxiety •Bipolar disorders •PTSD •ADHD •Insomnia •Mood disorders •Panic attacks •Obsessive-Compulsive *Treatment philosophy I approach psychiatric care with an open mind and a deep respect for each individual’s unique experiences. My approach is centered on active listening and collaboration with you to ensure that your needs and experiences shape our work together. I integrate medication management with supportive psychotherapy to address concerns such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. *Treatment approach •Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT) •Eclectic •Mindfulness-Based(MBCT) *Insurance •Blue Cross Blue Shield •Aetna •Cigna