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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Anaheim, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Anaheim, CA

Healing from trauma in Anaheim is possible with compassionate providers offering trauma-focused treatment including Exposure Therapy, EMDR, and DBT skills. Headway supports your recovery journey with accessible appointments, many available within two weeks, and insurance coverage to reduce costs.

Azizeh Chamani

Azizeh Chamani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I specialize in EMDR therapy for trauma, PTSD, and anxiety related to chronic stress and difficult life experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamisyn Atlas

Jamisyn Atlas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Irvine, CA


“Living in conflict with ourselves can create deep emotional pain, making it crucial that we treat ourselves with loving kindness instead of criticism or blame.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Williams

Hannah Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Irvine, CA


Welcome! Before becoming a psychotherapist, I spent many years in the law and advocacy field. My previous training and experience helps me relate well with many different backgrounds with a greater understanding and appreciation for the diverse issues and concerns encountered by others. I love working with adults of all ages and couples in their journey towards self-discovery, personal growth, greater connection and fulfillment.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Dr. Cathy Evangelatos

Dr. Cathy Evangelatos

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Irvine, CA


I’m Dr. Cathy Evangelatos, a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of California. I’m glad you’re here and I look forward to supporting you on your journey toward healing and growth. You have the option to choose a secular or faith-integrated approach for therapy.

Education:

· I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the American School of Professional Psychology. I also hold a master’s degree in Theology and offer optional Christian-integrated therapy for clients who wish to explore the intersection of mental health and their spiritual identity.

· With more than a decade of experience (pre and post doctoral), I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside people through life’s most difficult and meaningful challenges.

Specialized Training-Integrative Faith-Based Approach

With a master’s degree in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary and specialized training in the integration of Christian faith and psychology including my clinical research project on integrating theology and psychology into a faith -based practice. This training equips me to offer thoughtful, well-informed support for clients who wish to explore the intersection of mental health and their faith. This is only provided at your request, and only when it aligns with what you are seeking.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Josiah Peratoner

Josiah Peratoner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Irvine, CA


I'm Josiah — a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) offering in-person sessions in Irvine and telehealth sessions across California. My work centers on three communities I care deeply about: veterans navigating the often-invisible work of coming home, LGBTQ+ individuals and couples looking for a therapist who genuinely gets it, and parents who are doing their best while carrying more than they show. I'm Transgender Allied, trained in trauma-informed and multicultural frameworks, and I work with individuals, couples, and families. Before anything else, I work hard to make sure you feel like yourself in the session — not a diagnosis, not a file.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Challenging, Energetic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cheri Ota

Cheri Ota

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Costa Mesa, CA


“I'm grounded from a growth perspective, helping you build and connect with yourself as a creator and leader in your experiences.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Aidin Tajbakhsh

Dr. Aidin Tajbakhsh

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


I see therapy as a collaborative journey, where I walk alongside you rather than ahead of you. For nearly a decade, I’ve had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, and adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism, substance use, chronic pain, and life transitions. My background in clinical psychology, along with board certification in biofeedback and neurofeedback, allows me to integrate both psychological and physiological approaches to healing. Most importantly, I deeply respect the uniqueness of your lived experience and strive to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and empowered.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Veronica Thurman

Veronica Thurman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Costa Mesa, CA


I have supported clients with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, relational issues, personality disorders and trauma. I completed my M.A. in psycholoy in 2018 and since then I have worked in both private practice and school settings. I am also trained in EMDR. I use an eclectic approach to therapy that I tailor to meet the needs of each client.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Ruiz

Stephanie Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Whittier, CA


“I strive to build a therapeutic bond where clients feel safe and supportive as we reflect on the challenges and collaborate on goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Celia Fierro

Celia Fierro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in trauma, PTSD/CPTSD, attachment wounds, grief, anxiety and relationship concerns. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, families, veterans, and military-connected clients. My path into psychotherapy began through fine art, consciousness studies and contemplative practice, which continue to shape my appreciation for creativity, meaning, and the complexity of each person’s experience. I earned my M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, completed advanced training in psychedelic-assisted therapies at CIIS, and am pursuing a Ph.D. in Depth Psychology at Pacifica Graduate Institute.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tongqing Zhu

Tongqing Zhu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I focus on healing the family as a whole, not just the individual with compassion and attachment-based methods...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Fuller

Michelle Fuller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Irvine, CA


Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, but more importantly, I am a safe space, an advocate, a collaborator, and a sounding board. I specialize in trauma/intergenerational trauma, depression, anxiety, identity incongruency, and general life stage/cycle challenges. I am EMDR trained, and a Certified Grief Informed Counselor.

Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erick Santos

Erick Santos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Irvine, CA


“As the child of Salvadoran parents who fled civil war, I have a personal understanding of how trauma, resilience, and generational patterns can shape our lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Heather Jensen

Dr. Heather Jensen

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and steady. I integrate evidence‐based modalities with a grounded therapeutic presence, creating a space where clients can explore openly, build insight, and move toward greater clarity and resilience.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Carol Carlson

Dr. Carol Carlson

Psychologist

In-person • 12 mi away • Irvine, CA


I treat psychological difficulties with a compassionate, yet results-oriented approach. When someone suffers from a medical disorder, a comprehensive assessment of the problem is required in order to obtain an accurate diagnosis. If the diagnosis is incorrect, treatment will repeatedly fail. As a diagnostician, my focus is to treat people, many of whom have been non-responsive to previous psychological / medical treatment, in this same way. Only with a correct diagnosis will treatment be effective. Once determined, goals discussed, a treatment plan in place, the therapy begins. With time and work, individuals grow to experience enhanced emotional health, freedom from the emotional angst and suffering that previously existed, improved relationships, higher levels of consciousness, psychological insight, a stronger identity of oneself along with interpersonal and professional contentment.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Navarro

Patricia Navarro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I specialize in trauma therapy, so a big part of my work is helping clients process difficult experiences and rebuild a sense of safety and empowerment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Grant Robinson

Grant Robinson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I offer an authentic and trusted healing experience using empathy, reflection, and a variety of coping skills to empower and create healthy change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Noelle Lee

Dr. Noelle Lee

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


As a highly compassionate and empathic therapist, I am able to provide the space you need to process on a deeper level to cultivate self-awareness and insight so that you can fully understand yourself, experiences, their implications in your life and world, with development of genuine self-love and self-care. I am passionate about helping others find happiness in themselves, their relationships, their everyday lives, and in their world, and love the work I do.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Matt Lehman

Matt Lehman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Lakewood, CA


“I help you understand your feelings and develop practical tools to manage stress and emotional challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maureen McGlynn

Maureen McGlynn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I specialize in working with professionals who are burned out, questioning their path, or feeling alone in leadership.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aracely Sorrels

Aracely Sorrels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Whittier, CA


I'm a multicultural first generation female. I enjoy having the privilege to work with a variety of people in an effort to improve lives.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rob Rutkowski

Rob Rutkowski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Irvine, CA


I've worked with men in groups and as individuals for over 28 years. I earned my masters in clinical psychology from Pepperdine University in California, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I'm three decades sober, been married (and divorced), and am the proud dad of two grown kiddos. I work on vintage cars, travel frequently and read constantly. I'm perpetually curious.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Mahsan Behnoud

Mahsan Behnoud

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Irvine, CA


“Together we can identify mental/emotional blocks, reprocess past disturbing memories, and develop mental agility to experience the life you deserve to flourish in.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heidi DE Leon

Heidi DE Leon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“With 18 years of experience in addiction treatment, I have seen firsthand the resilience people discover when given the right support.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Divya Tilva

Divya Tilva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I provide supportive, nonjudgmental, and motivating environment where your voice is genuinely heard.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Porsha Dodson

Dr. Porsha Dodson

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“Treatment focus is client centered and inclusive of cultural considerations as we navigate Cognitive Behavioral techniques...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shelby Ammann

Shelby Ammann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I work with teens and adults navigating complex trauma, anxiety, sleep concerns, and depression—often when symptoms feel persistent despite effort or prior therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lauren Godlove

Lauren Godlove

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I strive to lead with curiosity, compassion and openness, guiding and supporting you through the terrain of your own unique path in a way that honors all parts of you.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Eima Mesgarha

Dr. Eima Mesgarha

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Irvine, CA


Hi & Welcome. We all face challenges at times throughout our lives. We may need support finding self-awareness and compassion which I believe is the key in the healing process. I enjoy acting as an empowering guide along your journey. I believe in our innate capacity to change and create a meaningful and UPLIFTING life. My goal for you is to foster a safe, accepting and also challenging space that encourages personal growth and empowers you to make positive changes that support your values.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Suzanne Walsh

Suzanne Walsh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Long Beach, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a background in fine art and over 20 years of experience working closely with creatives. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and personal growth. I believe therapy is a space for self-discovery, healing, and meaningful change.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rachel Airth

Rachel Airth

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I believe therapy is less about "fixing" what's wrong with you and more about becoming curious about the patterns, experiences, relationships, and beliefs that have shaped who you are...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joshua Cunningham

Joshua Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • West Covina, CA


“I believe that each client is an expert in their own life, and that many people seek therapy when they are looking to create change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Curtis Lehmann

Dr. Curtis Lehmann

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • West Covina, CA


“My biggest boast as a therapist is that I make people feel like I've been where they are, regardless if that's the brink of divorce, the mires of depression, or the self-defeating loop of addiction.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madeline Reams

Madeline Reams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“My style is warm, direct, empowering, and a little humorous. I'll meet you with compassion, while also challenging you when needed...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Petra Sierra

Petra Sierra

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My goal is to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where every client feels heard, respected, and supported.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carlos Gonzalez

Carlos Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I focus on creating a down-to-earth, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can slow things down, talk honestly about what's going on, and start making sense of what's been feeling heavy or stuck.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Logan Vournas

Logan Vournas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I provide a space of safety and acceptance for clients to explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences with support of compassion and honesty.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Karyn Jones

Karyn Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Chino, CA


“My approach is trauma-informed, and I'm committed to creating a safe and trusting space where you can explore your experiences and work towards healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Efrain Zepeda

Dr. Efrain Zepeda

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • West Covina, CA


Hello! I am Dr. Efrain Zepeda. I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Social Worker. In the past 26 years of working as a mental health professional, one important lesson I have learned is that the most powerful therapeutic intervention is found in the interpersonal experience that occurs in the client-therapist relationship. Together we can analyze the past to co-create a new meaning to achieve healing. I strongly believe that therapy is not about labeling or judging, but rather about personal discovery.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jessica Garcia

Jessica Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Covina, CA


“My approach is collaborative and client centered, I strive to establish an attentive supportive relationship with each of my clients.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD located within 20 miles of Anaheim, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Anaheim, CA
There are over 104 therapists in Anaheim, CA accepting new patients.
104+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 94%Anxiety
  • 91%PTSD
  • 91%Depression
  • 88%Trauma
  • 83%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 76%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 71%Cigna
  • 68%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 52%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 17%Spanish
  • 3%Arabic
  • 3%Farsi
  • 3%Vietnamese
How they see their clients
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  • 93%In-person or online
  • 7%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 25%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 47%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 16%Nurse Practitioner
  • 13%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 34%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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