Are the lasting effects of trauma interfering with your daily life? Dr. John G. Kuna & Associates provides compassionate, expert care for Pennsylvania residents seeking healing and understanding. Our trauma-informed therapy empowers you to process your experiences, reclaim your sense of safety, and move forward with greater peace and confidence. You’re not alone, support is here.
Is Trauma Affecting You?
Living with trauma can be overwhelming. You might experience:
- Feeling easily startled or constantly on edge
- Trouble sleeping or frequent nightmares
- Flashbacks or reliving aspects of the traumatic event
- Withdrawal from others or feelings of depression
- Difficulty concentrating or staying focused
- Risk-taking behaviors or impulsivity
- Irritability, anger, or mood swings
- Intrusive or negative thoughts
- Use of alcohol or drugs as a coping mechanism
Thousands of individuals across Pennsylvania experience similar challenges and support is available right here.
Our Approach to Trauma Therapy in Pennsylvania: Your Path to Serenity
Dr. John G. Kuna provides a supportive environment and a personalized approach to trauma therapy, utilizing evidence-based techniques tailored to your unique needs.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Using tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), like thought journaling, cognitive restructuring, and behavioral experiments, clients learn to interrupt trauma-driven cycles, reduce symptom intensity, and build a stronger sense of stability and control.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches you to accept difficult thoughts and emotions through mindfulness while staying committed to actions aligned with your values. This approach builds flexibility, reduces trauma, and supports a more purposeful, resilient life.
- Mindfulness-Based Techniques: Mindfulness techniques, like meditation, breathing exercises, and body scans, help you notice anxious thoughts and sensations without reacting to them. By staying present and observing without judgment, you reduce reactivity, improve focus, and build a steadier sense of calm.
Our goal is to help you develop effective coping strategies, understand the roots of your trauma, reduce worry and panic, and regain a sense of control and peace.
What to Expect from Trauma Therapy
Starting trauma therapy in PA is a positive step toward reclaiming your emotional well-being. Here’s a brief overview:
Your First Session
Your first session focuses on safety, pace, and building trust. You are never required to share the details of what happened before you are ready. Your therapist will ask about your current symptoms, sleep, relationships, and daily functioning, and will walk you through the approaches we use so you know what to expect. This confidential conversation gives your therapist a clearer picture of your history with trauma and any past treatments, laying the groundwork for setting goals and creating a personalized plan that works at your pace.
Ongoing Sessions
Collaborative work focused on developing skills and insights, typically lasting 50 minutes.
Personalized Plan
We’ll create a treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. Ongoing sessions, typically around 50 minutes, offer a supportive space to build insight, strengthen coping skills, and address challenges collaboratively, helping you make steady, meaningful progress over time.
Confidentiality Assured
Your privacy matters, especially when you’re sharing personal thoughts and feelings. That’s why we’re committed to creating a secure space built on trust and confidentiality. We uphold rigorous privacy standards to ensure that what you share is kept protected, respected, and just between us.
Take the First Step Towards a Better Future
You don’t have to face trauma alone. Dr. John G. Kuna & Associates are here to provide expert guidance and support. Reaching out is the first step towards building a more peaceful, empowered life.
Psychiatric Medication Management in PA
In-person in Danville and Bloomsburg, plus telehealth across Pennsylvania
Initial Evaluation
60–90 min
Comprehensive evaluation | Insurance accepted
Follow-Up Visits
15–25 min
Insurance accepted
Conditions Treated
- ADHD
- Anxiety Disorders
- Depression & Mood Disorders
- Trauma & PTSD
Accepted Insurance
- Aetna
- Geisinger
- Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Medicare
- Optum / UnitedHealthcare / United Behavioral Health
Schedule Your Trauma Therapy Consultation in Pennsylvania Now!
Learn more about our trauma therapy for PA residents by contacting us online today or calling (570) 961-3361. We also specialize in CBT, marriage and family counseling, children’s therapy, anger management, and telehealth, with 13 locations throughout Lackawanna County, Pike County, Columbia County, Luzerne County, Wyoming County, and Montour County.
