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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Costa Mesa, CA
Costa Mesa residents dealing with PTSD and complex trauma can work with Headway's network of 7,376 providers trained in specialized trauma modalities. Sessions focus on processing trauma reminders, reducing hyperarousal, and building resilience through evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
“I resigned from a Corporate career of 15 years to fulfill my passion for working with teens and young adults!”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe every person deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their mental health journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“My approach is integrative and culturally sensitive, drawing from mindfulness-based practices, CBT, and psychodynamic work.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach integrates psychotherapy with the art making process to assist in developing insight and understanding of how the past has influenced the present...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I like to point out body language and any emotions I see clients resist talking about as a way to go deeper.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I work collaboratively to create safe space where my clients can explore their stories, strengths, and foster meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I focus on establishing a safe, collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship, creating the framework for the work we will do together.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I help clients heal from anxiety, depression and PTSD. I am passionate about processing trauma and empowering you to see change in your life outside of sessions.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is warm, friendly, kind, and creative. I enjoy guiding clients to see a different perspective or unhealthy patterns in their lives by using traditional talk therapy, art, sand, or play.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“With the collaboration of each patient, Mr. Nacar strives to develop individualized plans of care addressing each patient's unique situation and concerns.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I am especially passionate about supporting individuals who have experienced medical trauma, chronic stress, or life transitions that have impacted their mental well-being.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe in treating the whole person—not just the symptoms—by addressing emotional, physical, and lifestyle factors that contribute to mental health.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach is rooted in creating a supportive, collaborative space where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to take an active role in your treatment.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My assessment and therapeutic style is relaxed, comfortable, cognitive-behavioral, and problem-solving focused in nature.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I have helped guide adults, and adolescents from various cultural backgrounds, who struggle with various challenges in life, such as disturbances from childhood, trauma, anxiety, and depression.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Ilana has three decades of experience working with people with catastrophic, chronic illness and loss, trauma, depression/anxiety as well as ADD/Autism.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe therapy is helping individuals reconnect with their strengths, build self-awareness, develop practical tools while moving toward healing and growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“I combine insight with practical tools to create meaningful, measurable change in adolescents and adults.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
I’m a licensed therapist with a Master’s in Counseling with an emphasis in Child and Family Therapy, and I’m certified in Perinatal Mental Health. I work with children, adolescents, and families, and I also support moms navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and the emotional challenges of early parenthood. I have experience helping with anxiety, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, and school-related concerns, and I especially enjoy working with children and pre-teens using play and creative approaches.
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I strive for every patient to leave each visit feeling empowered, hopeful, and confident in the path ahead.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I'm a laid-back, warm, and nonjudgmental therapist who works with adults and older adolescents navigating stress, burnout, identity concerns, and life transitions.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“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
Hello! My name is Sharon Chan and I've have over 14 years of experience. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression and trauma. I also have experience working with the highly sensitive person.
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
I work with adolescents and adults and offer individual, couples, and family therapy. I help individuals identify their goals and make the changes necessary to help them lead more productive and fulfilling lives. I am directive, and I provide a warm, caring and non-judgmental environment to explore the issues and life-events with which you may be struggling.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a collaborative, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where every person is treated with respect, kindness, and understanding.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“With more than 14 years of experience, I work with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, and relationship challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hello, I have been in private practice for over 25 years with vast experiences working with all clients of all ages. I like helping with relationships, as I have been married 30years. I am open minded and easy to talk to and love emotionally intimate conversations.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to work closely with you to understand the challenges, identify your goals, and work collaboratively with you to find a state of health and wellness.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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“Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I work closely with my patients to develop individualized treatment plans...”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“My approach is patient centered and collaborative, focusing on understanding each person's needs and treatment goals.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with humanistic principles to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while also feeling deeply heard, respected, and supported.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
“I am especially effective with kids/teens, helping families implement clear boundaries and age appropriate responsibilities & privileges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My patients can expect a relaxed, safe space, an environment of acceptance and non-judgement, empathy, positive regard and respect, and a collaborative approach to treatment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hi, I’m Danielle Roxborough, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and founder of Love is a Verb Counseling. I work with couples and individuals through a trauma-informed, relational lens because I believe relationships are where we experience both our deepest wounds and our greatest healing. My work integrates the Gottman Method, attachment-based therapy, EFT and DBT skills, and I specialize in supporting neurodivergent individuals and partnerships. I’m also a certified Fair Play Method facilitator, helping couples build more balanced, collaborative partnerships at home.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I focus on helping clients harness positive energy to create personal success in their lives and relationships.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“His calling is to specialize in treating clients who have struggled with issues related to cultural diversity and who have suffered from trauma while growing up (such as childhood sexual abuse).”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I am a strong advocate for the inherent human need for meaningful communication, a sense of steady ground, and the comforting reassurance that we are not alone.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“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
“I use a client-centered, eclectic approach, which means that I adapt the treatment plan and techniques I use individually for each client or couple to meet their expressed goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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