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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Costa Mesa, CA

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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 7,377 providers trained in specialized trauma modalities. Sessions focus on processing trauma reminders, reducing hyperarousal, and building resilience through evidence-based therapeutic techniques.

Marissa Melhuse

Marissa Melhuse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • San Juan Capistrano, CA


“My goal is to meet you exactly where you are, offering practical tools, fresh perspectives, and compassionate support to help ease the weight of anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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Jennifer De Santis

Jennifer De Santis

Therapist

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


“I have a vast amount of experience in working with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, loss, infertility, perinatal and postpartum, trauma and more.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erica Mann

Erica Mann

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“I don't rush through our sessions. We will take time to talk about what's important to you. We will discuss the latest evidenced based pharmacological options as well as holistic ways to treat your symptoms.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacy Woolman

Stacy Woolman

Therapist

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


My hope is to help the client and families reach their goals and to provide them with a safe and non-judgmental place to do that. When working with a client, I will assist in allowing the clients to process their feelings and thoughts in a safe and non-judgmental environment.

I am fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and have a strong understanding of deaf culture.

I have many years of experience working with couples, families, adults, young adults, teens, and children.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maggie Yousef

Maggie Yousef

Therapist

In-person • 17 mi away • Brea, CA


“My approach is grounded, supportive, and focused on lasting change; real healing, not just short-term coping.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nancy Rocco

Nancy Rocco

Therapist

In-person • 17 mi away • Yorba Linda, CA


“Because of my background in medicine, psychology and social work, I'm able to bring a unique diversity of observations and assessments to my clients.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Heidi Dryer

Heidi Dryer

Therapist

In-person • 17 mi away • Yorba Linda, CA


“Complex trauma leaves a lasting blueprint on your mind, body, and nervous system, which is why traditional talk therapy alone often feels like it isn't enough.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Be Staub

Be Staub

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Long Beach, CA


As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Registered Art Therapist, my work centers queer and transgender preteens, teens, and adults, as well as individuals with current or past foster care involvement. My clients may be feeling overwhelmed, questioning their identity, or don't know where to start with therapy. I can support you by helping you notice patterns and build trust in your own process.

Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aukse Goktepe

Aukse Goktepe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“At the clinic, we treat patients like family and strive to provide the best mental health care by incorporating different treatment modalities to help you feel your best.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Vinessa Gaerlan-Finch

Vinessa Gaerlan-Finch

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Brea, CA


“My approach centers on establishing a collaborative partnership with each client to create comprehensive and personalized treatments.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Divya Tilva

Divya Tilva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 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 11 insurance carriers
Carlos Gonzalez

Carlos Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 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 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha

Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Norwalk, CA


“I will utilize a person-centered approach by providing unconditional positive regard and implementing active listening and supportive reflection to establish trust and build therapeutic rapport.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kristina Smith

Kristina Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • San Juan Capistrano, CA


Hello! I'm Kris and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California and the founder of Village Wellness Center, a thriving group psychotherapy practice based in San Juan Capistrano. I have over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, and I specialize in maternal mental health, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, and the unique needs of women and mothers.

I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Sacramento State University and returned to school 15 years later to earn my Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from the American School of Professional Psychology.

The beginning of my career in mental health started in residential care helping at-risk youth, and over the course of 20 years, my work and experience evolved into leading and developing clinical programs for outpatient and court-mandated facilities while also building my specialty in perinatal mood disorders and maternal mental health in my private practice. Additionally over the past two decades, I was raising my family and actively contributing to the Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano communities.

Through my own struggles with postpartum depression and anxiety, I became a passionate advocate for maternal wellness and thriving families. This became the catalyst to opening Village Wellness Center, where the ability to serve entire families and promote holistic mental wellness with a team of therapists can be achieved.

Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roy Allan Elevazo

Roy Allan Elevazo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Lakewood, CA


“Roy builds relationships with clients that can make an impact in improving quality of life, achieving goals, and improving stability for mental health.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sofia Mossa

Sofia Mossa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Yorba Linda, CA


“My goal in therapy is to provide a safe, trusting and supportive space where together we can come up with immediate and long-term goals in therapy.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Sumner

Erin Sumner

Therapist

In-person • 18 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“I treat adults, specializing in relationships, trauma, stress, workplace conflict, anxiety, sexual abuse/assault, family dynamics, divorce, life changes, & personal crises.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kesy Yoon

Kesy Yoon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Long Beach, CA


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Hi there! My name is Kesy (pronounced like Casey) and I look forward to collaborating with you about your therapy goals and how to support your journey in learning more about yourself. I believe that everyone deserves therapy!

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fumie Yoshikawa

Fumie Yoshikawa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented. I focus on helping clients understand the deeper patterns behind their emotions and relationships while building practical tools for everyday life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Saira Miranda

Saira Miranda

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Corona, CA


“I am committed to creating an open and safe environment to help you overcome challenges, stresses, and/or adversity.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Porsha Dodson

Dr. Porsha Dodson

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“Treatment focus is client centered and inclusive of cultural considerations as we navigate Cognitive Behavioral techniques...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cristina Dawes

Cristina Dawes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • San Pedro, CA


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carol Bartels

Carol Bartels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I know that seeking therapy can be scary! It is my desire to help you feel relaxed, understand what to expect...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sharie Stines

Dr. Sharie Stines

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • La Habra, CA


“With decades of experience and a trauma-informed background, I bring a compassionate, comprehensive approach to therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cassondra Del Rosario

Cassondra Del Rosario

Therapist

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


Hi, Im Cassondra Del Rosario or Cassie is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I have a Master’s Degree in Developmental Psychology from Azusa Pacific University and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Counseling from Alliant International University. I am trained in EMDR to support and help those heal from their trauma.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Stress management
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie McElwee

Carrie McElwee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I believe in meeting my clients where they are and creating a safe space help them feel empowered, as positive change occurs judgement-free and unapologetic.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Courtney Harden

Courtney Harden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“As a therapist you can expect that I will meet you where you are. I will walk alongside you on this journey of wellness.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Janet Gichau

Janet Gichau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Corona, CA


“My open-minded strategic approach and accepting individualism help me let the patient guide in discussing their personal health struggles.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Charlene Azonwu

Charlene Azonwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Gardena, CA


“Calm, empathetic, Listening to patients and providing the best quality care including the use of medication management.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Aracely Sorrels

Aracely Sorrels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 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, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Iris King

Iris King

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Whittier, CA


“My goal is to help my clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves by exploring the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and body.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Blaney

Kristin Blaney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • San Clemente, CA


“I am a certified EMDR therapist with special emphasis placed on childhood traumas (complex PTSD), first responders and military families.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kelly Quintana

Kelly Quintana

Therapist

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


Welcome, I'm Kelly! I am a License Marriage and Family therapist who works with individuals and families to transform patterns that have become obstacles and improve relationships. I provide a non-judgmental, supportive space where you can feel heard. You will have the opportunity to learn new ways of thinking and being to help change happen.

PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Laura Cabanillas

Laura Cabanillas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • San Clemente, CA


I have a Master's in Counseling and have practiced in the field of mental health for nearly two decades. My experience as a therapist includes extensive training and work in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationship issues, women’s issues, and spirituality. I am licensed in both California (LPCC) and Washington (LMHC), and I’m a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) through the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (IAEDP). I also hold a certification in Grief (CGP). I emphasize a whole-person approach to care, considering the full spectrum of physical, emotional, social, and spiritual factors that impact your overall health and well-being.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Navarro

Diana Navarro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“By healing ourselves, we heal our ancestors. My goal as a therapist is to help clients become the most authentic version of themselves and take up space unapologetically.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Scott-Haines

Erin Scott-Haines

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Harbor City, CA


“I'm very direct- we'll get to the heart of the matter quickly. It's ok to feel scared and resistant- that's when the real healing begins.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Thomas Gigliotti

Thomas Gigliotti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Corona, CA


“My approach to therapy is blending positive psychology and evidenced based therapies to focus on building strengths and challenging cognitive belief structures to create healthier blueprints for optimal living.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Curtis Lehmann

Dr. Curtis Lehmann

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 28 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 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimetha Petteway-Turner

Kimetha Petteway-Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Lynwood, CA


“I believe that the foundations of effective therapy are a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Lucas

Leslie Lucas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Corona, CA


“I have many years of experience working with children in the foster care system particularly transitional age youth.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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