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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 7,910 providers trained in specialized trauma modalities. Sessions focus on processing trauma reminders, reducing hyperarousal, and building resilience through evidence-based therapeutic techniques.

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 16 insurance carriers

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Patricia Harvey

Patricia Harvey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I'm often described as warm, personable, and easy to talk to, and I sometimes use gentle humor to help create comfort and connection in our sessions.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stephanie Ruiz

Stephanie Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 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

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Gema Diaz

Gema Diaz

Therapist

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


“I have 9+ years in experience with working with adults experiencing anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, and trauma.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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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 4 insurance carriers

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Abdel Tayyem

Abdel Tayyem

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


Hi, I’m Abdel! With over 15 years of experience in healthcare, I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate care for individuals managing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. As a bilingual speaker in English and Arabic, I specialize in creating an inclusive environment where patients from all backgrounds feel truly heard and respected. My goal is to empower you through open communication and evidence-based treatment to help you achieve lasting wellness.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cynthia Wygal

Cynthia Wygal

Therapist

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


“I provide a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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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, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Dr. Reri Uku

Dr. Reri Uku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


I am a board certified, doctoral prepared PMHNP. I completed my post graduate at National University in Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I earned my DNP from Azusa Pacific University and graduated from CSUSB MSN program. I have been a faculty at CSUSB since 2014. Extensively trained and a certified Trauma-Informed specialist. I diagnose and treat mental disorders including medication-assisted treatment along with counseling for chemical dependency and substance use disorders.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ese Ogbetuo

Ese Ogbetuo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


“I use a holistic approach in managing various disorders enabling individuals to maintain a healthy lifestyle...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Amaka Anyaoha

Amaka Anyaoha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“My style is warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental, with an emphasis on building trust and creating a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to participate actively in their care.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gerrald Angeles

Gerrald Angeles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


Hello, I'm Gerrald Angeles, a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I provide psychiatric medication management for adults throughout California. I’m here to help you feel heard, understood, and supported in your mental health care. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or navigating mental health challenges alongside chronic conditions, I’m here to help you find balance and feel your best.

PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sean Kim

Sean Kim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Hermosa Beach, CA


“My goal is to make sure every client feels informed, supported, and empowered to make their own decisions about treatment, with me as a guide.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gloria Sudeta

Gloria Sudeta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“I am dual board-certified family nurse practitioner and a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Luis Lomeli

Luis Lomeli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Dimas, CA


“With a calm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental approach, I create a safe space for authentic expression and tailor treatment to each client's unique needs and goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Glenna Anderson

Dr. Glenna Anderson

Therapist

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


When I was a kid, I often got in trouble for being too loud with asking questions and calling adults out on things that didn’t seem fair to me. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been an advocate of some kind. A career in social work, then, made total sense to me when I discovered the field as an undergraduate at San Jose State.

Two more degrees and a license later, I still carry the spirit of that little girl, fighting for the underserved. I have a long history of diagnosing and treating adults with severe and chronic mental illness. I take my work very seriously and it’s important to me to help my clients heal, grow, and thrive.

My clients seek my services as a way to recuperate from lifetimes of overworking themselves into worthiness. I guide them toward unlearning the things that taught them they weren’t enough. I give them the tools they need to create wellness and wholeness in a way that’s unique to who they are.

Through my private practice and my brand, Therapy is a Lifestyle, I want to help you see yourself in new ways - without the lens of your trauma. I specialize in anxiety disorders, EMDR, and other trauma-informed approaches to help you do that.

Let’s take the journey toward your recovery, together. Being here is your first step!

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Samuel Godwin

Samuel Godwin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • El Segundo, CA


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for adults navigating a wide range of mental health concerns.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Suha Albadawi

Suha Albadawi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Claremont, CA


“My focus is helping my clients feel better about themselves and work through their symptoms that brought them to therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Madison Allen

Madison Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Arcadia, CA


“I enjoy incorporating creativity, games, conversation, and other interactive approaches when appropriate, whether I'm working with children, adolescents, adults, or families.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Ijeoma Mbadugha

Ijeoma Mbadugha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“She is passionate about creating a supportive, judgment-free environment where every patient feels heard, respected, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Angela Hernandez

Angela Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Riverside, CA


“I take a warm, down-to-earth approach and strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and understood.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
David Trejo

David Trejo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pasadena, CA


“There is no ideal client: My purpose as your therapist is meet you where you are at in life and move forward with you on your journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

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Scott Whelan

Scott Whelan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pasadena, CA


“I am passionate about working with creative professionals, highly sensitive & neurodivergent people navigating identity issues, trauma, anxiety, self doubt and burn out.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Derek Hoxby

Derek Hoxby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I use Somatic Experiencing—a gentle yet effective approach for trauma and PTSD—helping the body and mind find balance and relief.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachel Melvald

Rachel Melvald

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I am a goal-oriented, collaborative, and direct therapist who offers practical tools and reflective insight to help you move forward.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amanda Welby

Amanda Welby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I will be curious to understand your struggles and your strengths. I will be present and focused on the goals you want to achieve.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nestor Sanchez

Nestor Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Riverside, CA


(Hablo Español) I'm a warm, welcoming person who enjoys making others feel comfortable and heard. I approach conversations with an open mind, staying nonjudgmental and genuinely curious about different perspectives. I value kindness, honesty, and creating a space where people can be themselves. Whether we're solving a problem or just chatting, I aim to keep things approachable, positive, and easy to understand.

Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Dr. Jack Sample

Dr. Jack Sample

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


I'm Dr. Jack Sample, a licensed clinical psychologist in Los Angeles offering psychodynamic, depth-oriented therapy at my office in Hollywood. My practice is informed by training and education in psychology, cultural anthropology, and nonfiction storytelling. I believe therapy is an opportunity to address the roots of suffering and support enduring change. My approach aims to cultivate capacities for thinking, feeling, and creativity to foster a greater sense of agency and aliveness.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Yisraela Hayman

Yisraela Hayman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“EMDR & Somatic Based therapies are evidence based treatments, which are proven to be highly effective in treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression and other emotional difficulties.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sheridan Henderson

Sheridan Henderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe in your ability to grow, heal, change. I ask you to be real, and I am real in return. I talk truth. I listen. I cuss sometimes. I crack jokes.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oliver Drakeford

Oliver Drakeford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • West Hollywood, CA


“I'm a trained psychodynamic therapist and love to work with adult clients to help improve insight and self-awareness.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Direct
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christiane Soehnlein

Christiane Soehnlein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe therapy is not about "fixing" you, but about understanding yourself more deeply, changing patterns that no longer serve you...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Treza Mirakhor

Treza Mirakhor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“As a trauma therapists my goal is to help you find relief & live your everyday life without the emotional burden of your trauma history.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Ryan Lisman

Ryan Lisman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Burbank, CA


“I employ a humanistic therapy approach that is client-centered and tailored to your individual therapeutic needs.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Hannah Bernstein

Hannah Bernstein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I'm warm, direct, and a little bit stubborn about hope. I'll listen closely and I'll tell you the truth as I see it.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Andrea James

Andrea James

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Montrose, CA


My expertise is in child and adolescent anxiety reduction, OCD, autism and ADHD. My goal is to provide education to kids and their parents about anxiety and related and co-occurring conditions. I also frequently treat phobias, separation anxiety, emotion regulation issues, school refusal, learning disabilities, trauma, giftedness and 2e.

I am also experienced in helping adults and children navigate issues related to divorce including coparenting, custody planning, divorce navigation from considering separation (discernment) through divorce mediation/proceedings to post judgment. I also have expertise in helping adults navigate post separation abuse, domestic violence and coercive control.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gabriel Davis

Gabriel Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fallbrook, CA


“My approach is rooted in supporting clients to reconnect deeply with their authentic selves, fostering renewed health, and rediscovering a sense of purpose and connection.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Anthony Boyd

Anthony Boyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pasadena, CA


“I'm warm, direct, curious, and comfortable sitting with experiences that feel complicated, painful, or difficult to name.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Seth Gold

Seth Gold

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • N Hollywood, CA


“My goal is to help clients build insight, resilience, and the tools necessary to achieve their personal goals and improve overall functioning and quality of life.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thea Brown

Thea Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • North Hollywood, CA


“I believe that learning to build a healthy connection with oneself fosters authentic, fulfilling relationships with others.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Costa Mesa, CA
There are over 118 therapists in Costa Mesa, CA accepting new patients.
118+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 91%PTSD
  • 87%Trauma
  • 84%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 74%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 64%Cigna
  • 56%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 14%Spanish
  • 3%Farsi
  • 3%Vietnamese
  • 3%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 75%Woman
  • 22%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 47%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 18%Nurse Practitioner
  • 10%Clinical Psychologist
  • 8%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 22%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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