About veterans
Browse therapists who list veterans among their specialties to find support for military transition, trauma, relationships and life after service. Use the listing filters below to review approaches, languages, credentials and focus areas as you explore profiles.
What to compare in entries
| Credentials | A US state licence, or membership of a professional body such as BACP or NCPS. They are different kinds of thing; each profile shows what was supplied. |
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| Focus | Whether veterans is listed as a main focus or among the wider list of areas. Entries show both. |
| Way of working | The approaches named on the entry. Two people working with the same concern can describe very different sessions. |
| Time in practice | Years in practice, as supplied. A fact to weigh, not a ranking. |
| Language | The languages sessions can be held in, where that matters to you. |
Common questions
How were these entries chosen?
Everyone listed on this page has veterans among the areas they told the platform they work with. They are not ranked, rated or endorsed by this directory, and the order is not a recommendation.
Do I need a referral to start?
No. You can contact a therapist through their entry directly. A GP referral is not required for independent online therapy.
What if the first therapist is not right?
Changing therapist is normal and expected, and can be done at any point. One session is a small sample of how someone works.
Entries for veterans
Savithri (Savi) Jayaweera, NCPS
Ref 151058
Compassionate counsellor for complex life challenges
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English, Hindi, Sinhala
View listingDallas Bentley, ACA
Ref 345691
Practical support for stress and relationships
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingJames French, BACP
Ref 203032
Practical support for anxiety and life transitions
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingPamela Benoit, NCPS, BACP
Ref 180577
Compassionate practical psychotherapy
Works with: Relationship, Self esteem, Career Languages: English
View listingJoanne Rothery, NCPS
Ref 179003
Compassionate counsellor for stress and trauma
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingJessica Hobart, LCSW
Ref 201728
Practical support for stress and life changes
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingTamara Folaron, LCSW
Ref 349708
Compassionate mind-body therapy for everyday challenges
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Anger, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingJudith Ramsay, BACP
Ref 135275
Counselling that focuses on practical change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Career Languages: English
View listingMichele Ellis, LCSW
Ref 355791
Compassionate support for overwhelming life challenges
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger Languages: English
View listingMichael Witham, LPC
Ref 56161
Practical, person-focused counseling for daily struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger Languages: English
View listingRev. Catherine Bogue, LCSW
Ref 168255
Compassionate guidance for life’s hard changes
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingFaith Beaulieu, LCMHC
Ref 23986
Somatic-minded counselor for focused change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship Languages: English
View listingD. Jesse Bruesch, LPC
Ref 339826
Trauma-informed counselor focused on real change
Works with: LGBT, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingDr. Yael Banai, LPC
Ref 120836
Experienced counselor with a calm style
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Career, Depression Languages: English
View listingVivian Fleming, LPCC
Ref 88191
Practical support for trauma and mood challenges
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingFaye Noyland, BACP
Ref 176481
Calm, practical counselling for everyday struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingCarson Gerber, LPC
Ref 27651
Compassionate practical therapy for everyday struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Parenting Languages: English
View listingKelley Sullivan, LCSW
Ref 526
Compassionate, practical therapy for real life struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English, Spanish
View listingDr. Robert Hunt, LPC
Ref 187307
Experienced therapist for life changes and emotion work
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship Languages: English
View listingSally Henderson, ACA, PACFA
Ref 224972
Compassionate trauma and addiction counsellor
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship Languages: English
View listingRani Sagar, BACP
Ref 180509
Gentle humanistic counselling for life changes
Works with: Relationship, Trauma and abuse, Grief Languages: English
View listingChase Carter, LCSW
Ref 330670
Skilled LCSW focused on relationships and recovery
Works with: Addictions, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingNeha Kapoor, PACFA
Ref 212378
Compassionate counselling for stress and relationships
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingLaurel Deegan, BACP
Ref 231520
Compassionate, person-centred counselling for identity and stress
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship Languages: English
View listingPeter Bramhill, BACP
Ref 236747
Practical, compassionate counselling for life’s challenges
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingJatindar Bhogal, BACP
Ref 116956
Calm, experienced support for everyday struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family Languages: English, Punjabi
View listingBrandi Garner, LPC
Ref 209377
Practical, sex-positive counseling for adults
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Intimacy-related issues Languages: English
View listingChantel Martin, LISW-CP
Ref 159539
Supportive therapist focused on practical change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression Languages: English
View listingAbbe Goodman, LMFT
Ref 226386
Experienced therapist offering steady support
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Eating Languages: English
View listingMelanie Duffin, BACP
Ref 241752
Practical, compassionate help for daily struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingLaDreamer Harrison, LCSW
Ref 267200
Supportive LCSW helping people find practical change
Works with: Relationship, Family, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingPuja Attul, NCPS
Ref 173304
Compassionate therapist offering practical tools
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingDr. Betsy Puentes, LMFT, LPC
Ref 212361
Calm guidance for lifes tough moments
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Career Languages: English
View listingLowell Wallace, LCSW
Ref 21197
Person-centered therapy focused on practical change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Anger Languages: English
View listingKimberley Roberts, LCSW, CSW
Ref 103862
Practical support for stress and relationships
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family Languages: English
View listingJai Pitre, LCSW, CSW
Ref 144830
Practical therapy grounded in client strengths
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingMarc (Mac) McCormack, BACP
Ref 137076
Practical, person-centred support for everyday struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief Languages: English
View listingJustin Andrews, BACP
Ref 225375
Practical counselling with mindfulness insight
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Grief Languages: English
View listingLinda Pollack, LPC
Ref 59084
Experienced Arizona counselor focusing on coping and change
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship Languages: English
View listingDr. & Mrs. Joy Rodriguez, LCSW
Ref 161011
Compassionate, practical therapy for real-life stressors
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship Languages: English
View listingSian Owen, BACP
Ref 234413
Calm, practical therapy for everyday struggles
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Anger, Self esteem Languages: English, Welsh
View listingMonica Rawlings, LCMHC
Ref 129620
Calm guidance for hard life moments
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship Languages: English
View listingRenee Capanna, LCSW, LISW
Ref 198813
Person-focused therapy with practical tools
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem Languages: English
View listingShaun Cunningham, LMHP
Ref 23515
Compassionate therapist for life transitions
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Trauma and abuse Languages: English
View listingCora Benedict, LMFT
Ref 143297
Compassionate practical therapy for life challenges
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief Languages: English
View listingDeliciah Smith-Blanks, LCSW
Ref 302028
Calm support for stress and major life changes
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Grief Languages: English
View listingChristopher Gerou, LPC
Ref 45343
Experienced counselor focused on practical coping
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family Languages: English
View listingDeborah Faulkner, BACP
Ref 159288
Calm, practical therapy for life’s hardest moments
Works with: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief Languages: English
View listingMore about veterans
Understanding veterans' experiences and how they commonly affect people
If you served in the military or are close to someone who did, you inhabit a set of experiences that often differ from civilian life. Military service can bring intense camaraderie, purpose and structure, and it can also expose you to stressful events, moral dilemmas and abrupt transitions back to civilian routines. Those aspects of service affect daily functioning, relationships, work and self-identity in ways that are unique to military life.
Many people with military backgrounds report challenges with sleep, heightened startle responses, difficulty trusting others after combat or deployments, and struggles with shifting roles at home. You may also notice changes in mood, motivation or patterns of substance use as you adjust. Family members and partners can be affected too, as household roles and communication styles evolve after service. Recognizing these patterns as common reactions to military experience helps you and those close to you approach care with realistic expectations and compassion.
Signs you might benefit from therapy focused on veterans
When feelings or behaviors persist or become disruptive
You might consider therapy if you notice persistent changes in mood or behavior that interfere with daily life. This can include ongoing nightmares, frequent anger outbursts, withdrawal from social contact, or avoidance of situations that remind you of service. Difficulty maintaining employment, strained intimate relationships, or a sense that you are not the person you used to be are also signals that professional support could help you process and adapt.
When practical and emotional needs overlap
There are times when practical challenges and emotional strain intersect - for example, managing chronic pain from an injury while coping with feelings of loss, grief or guilt about events in service. You may find it hard to navigate benefits, adapt to a new identity outside the military, or connect with civilians who do not share your experience. Therapy can be a place to address both the emotional responses and the practical coping strategies that make everyday life more manageable.
What to expect in therapy sessions focused on veterans
Initial conversations and building goals
Early sessions often focus on understanding your history, current concerns and what you hope to change. You and your therapist will talk about how military experience intersects with your life now, and you can set short-term and longer-term goals. Therapists typically ask about relationships, work, sleep, mood and any substance use to build a full picture and prioritize what to address first.
Session pace and topics
Therapy for veterans tends to balance practical skills and emotional processing. Some sessions may focus on grounding and coping techniques for managing distress, while others explore memories, moral injury or identity shifts. You can expect a mix of conversation, skills practice and sometimes structured exercises tailored to the concerns you identify. Therapy is a collaborative process - you guide which memories or themes feel important to address and how quickly to proceed.
Common therapeutic approaches used for veterans
How therapists describe their approaches
Therapists working with veterans draw on a variety of approaches, and many list several methods on their profiles to reflect how they work. You will see some therapists who list cognitive behavioral therapy among their approaches, which focuses on how thoughts and behaviors influence mood and offers strategies to shift unhelpful patterns. Others may list acceptance and commitment therapy among their approaches, which emphasizes values-based action and learning to live with difficult internal experiences.
Trauma-focused and somatic methods
You may find therapists who list EMDR among their approaches, which centers on reprocessing distressing memories, or therapists who list narrative and exposure-based methods for working through traumatic memories in a paced way. Some therapists list somatic or body-centered approaches that pay attention to physical sensations and how stress shows up in your body. Therapists who list mindfulness-based strategies among their approaches offer practices to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity. Remember that listing an approach on a profile describes what a therapist uses in practice, not a certification or credential.
How online therapy works for veterans and what to know
Formats and practical considerations
Online therapy usually takes place by video, phone or messaging, and it can make it easier to connect with someone who understands military culture even if they are not local. When you choose an online therapist, you will typically schedule a time for live sessions and decide together whether occasional phone check-ins or text-based messaging fit your needs. Technology can be an asset when travel, schedules or geography would otherwise make in-person care difficult.
Ethical and legal points that matter to you
Therapists follow professional guidelines about record keeping, privacy protections and mandatory reporting, and clinicians will explain these policies when you begin. It is also important to be aware that laws and licensing rules vary across regions, so your therapist may clarify how those rules apply to remote care. If you use online therapy, plan where you will be during sessions and make sure you have a place where you feel comfortable talking. Even if you are not in a quiet space, you can discuss alternatives with your therapist to protect your personal boundaries.
Tips for choosing the right therapist for veterans
What to look for in profiles and bios
When you read therapist profiles, focus on the areas of emphasis that matter to you - for example, transition assistance, trauma-related concerns, family and relationship work after service, or coping with chronic pain. Look for clinicians who list experience with military culture or specify that they work with veterans and military-connected people. Note the modalities they list among their approaches so you can choose someone whose methods fit your preferences for structured skills work, trauma processing or supportive counseling.
Questions to guide your decision
It can help to ask about experience with military-related issues, how they typically structure sessions, what kinds of outcomes they aim for, and whether they offer resources to support families or partners. You may value a therapist who speaks your language or who has experience with the age group or service era you belong to. Consider how you want to work - some people prefer a therapist who uses goal-focused strategies, while others want a space to explore identity and adjustment at a gentler pace. Reading several profiles and noting themes in how therapists describe their approach can point you toward someone who aligns with your needs.
Finding the right fit takes time, and it is reasonable to try a few professionals until you find someone whose style and focus resonate with you. Therapy can be a place to rebuild routines, process impactful memories and develop tools that help you navigate life after service. When you start, set small goals for what you want to work on and communicate openly about what is or is not helpful - that helps you and the therapist tailor the work to your priorities.