Trauma Therapists Available in Corpus Christi
This page lists therapists who work with trauma and are available to clients in Corpus Christi. It’s for people seeking online trauma care and for those comparing approaches, training, and therapy styles. Look for notes about trauma modalities, experience with PTSD or complex trauma, and any special populations served. Texas license covers the whole state, so a therapist’s physical location inside Texas is not a barrier to working with you remotely. Use the profiles to compare communication methods, therapeutic focus, and the types of trauma each therapist commonly treats.
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1. Chinwe Nzerue-Obi, LPC
Practical, culturally aware counseling for meaningful change
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Anger · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Solution-Focused Therapy
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2. Carolyn Presnall, LCSW, LPC
Licensed LCSW and LPC with 42 years experience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Family · Trauma and abuse · Parenting · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
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3. Nekeshia Limuel, LPC
Practical, strengths-based therapy for real-life change
Works with Relationship · Family · Anger · Self esteem · Coping with life changes
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Mindfulness Therapy
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4. Shari Schaffer, LMFT
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Existential Therapy
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5. Megan Gonzales, LPC
Texas LPC supporting stress and trauma recovery
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Anger · Self esteem · Depression
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6. Daniel Hoskins, LPC
Evidence-based support for anxiety, relationships, and self-esteem
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Self esteem · Depression · ADHD
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7. Shatonya Craddock, LCSW
Support for healing, confidence, and healthier relationships
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Coping with life changes
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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8. Rafaela DeSoto-Ray, LPC
Texas LPC with 25 years of experience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Depression · Coping with life changes · ADHD
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Solution-Focused Therapy
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9. Peter Cosens, LPC
Compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor for complex challenges
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Anger · Depression · Relationship
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
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10. Maddisson Elizardo, LPC
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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11. Heriberto Oronoz, LPC
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Depression · Coping with life changes
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12. Maxine Lindauer, LPC
Warm, collaborative counseling for healing and growth
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Self esteem · Depression
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13. Henry "Jay" Swedlaw, LPCC, LCMHC
Affirming support for growth, relationships, and resilience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Relationship · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Mindfulness Therapy
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14. Elaine Messarra, LPC
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
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15. Sherry Gould-Hillhouse, LPC
Trauma and addiction support with a collaborative approach
Works with Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Self esteem · Coping with life changes
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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About trauma therapy for people in Corpus Christi
Everyone listed on this page holds a license to practice in Texas and works online. That matters more than it sounds: a license is issued by the state, not by a city, so a therapist is available to anyone in Texas regardless of how far away they are. Someone in Corpus Christi can work with a therapist whose books would otherwise be out of reach.
1,768 therapists match this page, all of whom name trauma among the areas they work with. Fifteen are shown above. The list changes between pages, so it is worth looking at more than one if none of these feels like a fit.
What to compare
- Credential. LPC, LCSW and LMFT are different training routes into licensed therapy work. None outranks the others; they shape emphasis rather than quality.
- Years in practice. Shown for every therapist here. More experience is not automatically better, but it is a fair proxy for how much of a given problem someone has seen.
- What else they work with. A therapist whose other focus areas overlap with your situation is usually a better starting point than one whose listed areas stop at the single thing you searched for.
- Approach. CBT, psychodynamic, solution-focused and the rest describe how sessions tend to run. If you have tried therapy before and it did not suit you, changing approach is often more useful than changing therapist.
- Language. Shown where a therapist offers sessions in more than English.
How online sessions work
Sessions run by video or by messaging, arranged through our partner platform rather than booked directly with the therapist. There is no travel and no waiting room, which for most people is the difference between starting and not starting. Pricing is set by the platform and shown before you commit.
Therapy in Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi has a population of about 317,863. Local in-person availability varies and waiting lists are common, which is part of why state-wide online practice has grown. Nothing on this page depends on a therapist being near you.
Common questions
How do I know which trauma therapy approach is right for me?
Look for descriptions of approaches like EMDR, trauma-focused CBT, somatic therapies, or CPT. Read about how each therapist explains their method and what kinds of trauma they usually treat. Consider whether you prefer skills-based work, body-focused therapy, or processing past events. Match the approach to your current needs and comfort with processing.
Can a therapist licensed in Texas treat complex or prolonged trauma for someone in Corpus Christi?
Yes. A Texas license covers the whole state, so therapists listed here can offer care to clients in Corpus Christi. When comparing profiles, check for experience with complex PTSD, childhood trauma, or repeated interpersonal trauma. Look for mentions of long-term treatment strategies, stabilization skills, and trauma-informed pacing.
What should I ask during an initial contact when seeking trauma care?
Ask about the therapist’s experience with your specific trauma type, their primary trauma modalities, and how they handle crisis or severe symptoms. Inquire about session structure, progress measures, and their approach to pacing trauma work. Also ask how they support safety and stabilization before processing.
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