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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Downey, CA

Downey residents struggling with trauma, PTSD, flashbacks, or emotional numbness can access specialized care through Headway's network of 7,495 providers trained in trauma-focused therapies. Providers offer Exposure Therapy, DBT skills, and Relaxation Training to help you process trauma reminders and rebuild emotional regulation in a safe, nonjudgmental space.

Cari Smulyan

Cari Smulyan

Therapist

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


“My goal is that with each session a client leaves feeling seen, empowered and gained a more insight into themselves.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sunshine Golson

Sunshine Golson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I am passionate about helping you find purpose, pleasure, and enjoyment in this life through an eclectic humanistic approach, focusing on stress and anxiety reduction.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Salma Shah

Salma Shah

Therapist

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


“I'm a relational trauma psychotherapist specializing in healing from childhood attachment trauma and how we see ourselves and relate to other, breakups, divorce, and toxic abusive relationships.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suha Albadawi

Suha Albadawi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • 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
Dr. Reri Uku

Dr. Reri Uku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • 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 9 insurance carriers
Ese Ogbetuo

Ese Ogbetuo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gerrald Angeles

Gerrald Angeles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • 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
Julie Chu

Julie Chu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“Julie brings extensive experience from both inpatient psychiatric and inpatient chemical dependency settings, allowing her to effectively support individuals with primary mental health concerns as well as complex dual-diagnosis presentations.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jessi York

Jessi York

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Sherman Oaks, CA


I work collaboratively to explore patterns that may leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, or life transitions, therapy can offer space to gain insight and create meaningful change. I specialize in working with those who overthink, worry, people-please, struggle with boundaries, or put others’ needs first. Therapy can help you better understand these patterns, develop a stronger sense of self, and build practical coping skills. I offer an open, nonjudgmental space to explore these topics with compassion and a sense of humor.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jakuta Ptah

Jakuta Ptah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Sherman Oaks, CA


“My approach is collaborative, curious, and practical. I like to understand not only what you are struggling with, but why a pattern may have developed and what purpose it has been serving.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Niki Payne

Niki Payne

Therapist

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


I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. I also hold a degree in Mind-Body Psychology and am trained in clinical hypnotherapy. Before becoming a therapist, I spent over a decade working in digital marketing, which gives me unique insight into the stressors of fast-paced careers, identity development, and the challenge of balancing ambition with well-being.

I’ve worked with a diverse range of clients, including women navigating heartbreak or life transitions, professionals seeking purpose, and individuals healing from trauma, anxiety, or people-pleasing patterns. I’m passionate about helping people live with more intention and emotional freedom.

Therapy is personal, and I do my best to meet people where they are—with curiosity, compassion, and care. As someone who’s done a lot of personal healing work myself, I understand how vulnerable it can feel to ask for help. My goal is to create a space where you can be real, be seen, and make meaningful changes at your own pace.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Clara D'Agostino

Clara D'Agostino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specialized in mental health and women's issues. I use Expressive Arts and EMDR strategies to address trauma and anxiety. I am directive and supportive.

PTSD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Gloria Sudeta

Gloria Sudeta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • 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 11 insurance carriers
AJ Kiefer

AJ Kiefer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a master’s degree in nursing from Western Governor University and post master’s from Maryville University in St. Louis. Also board certified in Ambulatory Care and have been caring for people with mental health issues in/out of the hospital for over 18 years. I have a strong critical care background and treat different issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, LGBTQ+ issues, men’s health issues, postpartum depression amongst others.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Aidin Tajbakhsh

Dr. Aidin Tajbakhsh

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 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
Ariane Djeussoung

Ariane Djeussoung

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“I believe in treating symptoms by using an holistic approach in addressing the root causes of mental health issues.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ning Cornwell

Ning Cornwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


Hi, my name is Ning! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. For the past seven years, I have worked with children, teens, adults, and older adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, major life transitions, complex mental health conditions. My clinical work focuses on anxiety and mood disorders, and I combine cognitive and somatic techniques with talk therapy to address root causes and foster lasting personal growth.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Ratliff

Emily Ratliff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Upland, CA


“My goal is to create a safe, grounded space where you feel comfortable exploring vulnerable and challenging parts of your life without fear of judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Noelle Lee

Dr. Noelle Lee

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 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
Tongqing Zhu

Tongqing Zhu

Therapist

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


I work with immigrate parents who need support with homework resistance, screen-time battles, power struggles, and other behavior challenges at home — especially in Asian families navigating bicultural parenting.

I help parents manage unwanted behaviors and rebuild connection with their children. Whether you’re tired of constant homework fights or overwhelmed by excessive video gaming and school refusal, we will work together to reduce these challenges with practical, structured tools.

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 • 25 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
Rob Rutkowski

Rob Rutkowski

Therapist

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


“Men carry a lot quietly, including the pressure to keep performing while simultaneously not having a space to be vulnerable.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erick Santos

Erick Santos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 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
Mahsan Behnoud

Mahsan Behnoud

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 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, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carly Rose Schwan

Carly Rose Schwan

Therapist

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


“I offer a space where you can feel deeply heard, gently challenged, and supported as you move toward meaningful and values-aligned change.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Totten

Heather Totten

Therapist

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


“Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your authentic self, I offer a compassionate and supportive space...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lara Cochran, PH.D.

Lara Cochran, PH.D.

Psychologist

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


“My areas of specialization are trauma and anxiety disorders, as well as depression and disorders of childhood/adolescence.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Grant Robinson

Grant Robinson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 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
Wendy Escobar

Wendy Escobar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Upland, CA


“My goal is to provide a safe space for you to discuss your concerns to change your life for the better.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tannaz Separzadeh

Tannaz Separzadeh

Therapist

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


I graduated from Pepperdine University and have been licensed since 2009. I have extensive experience working with children and families struggling with anxiety, depression, symptoms of trauma and natural life stressors. I have supervised Intern and Licensed Clinicians and have enjoyed serving diverse populations.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Gomez Lezama

Jessica Gomez Lezama

Therapist

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


I've always been fascinated by the resilience of the human spirit. If you are working through what happened without judgment and identity what could help you keep going.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hilda Rojani

Hilda Rojani

Therapist

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


“My goal is to help you improve your mood, gain effective coping skills, and establish therapeutic goals so you can navigate life transitions, relationships, and stressors with greater resilience and well-being.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ani Krecker

Ani Krecker

Therapist

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


“I operate using an eclectic approach - support in a manner that is tailored or individualized to each person.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Airth

Rachel Airth

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 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
Dennis Goldenson

Dennis Goldenson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Woodland Hills, CA


“I have extensive experience in client-centered, cognitive behavioral, and solution-focused therapy that is directly relevant to young adults, couples and families.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Kimberly Williams

Kimberly Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Hills, CA


“I work from a strengths-based perspective, helping you to recognize your strengths and achieve your goals in a thoughtful and supportive way.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Niko De Leon

Niko De Leon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Canoga Park, CA


“As a first-generation trans person of color, I understand how difficult and intimidating it can feel to reach out for support and I truly recognize the courage it takes to take this step.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Theresa Russo

Theresa Russo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lake Forest, CA


“Theresa Russo is a client-centered and solution-focused therapist who integrates various modalities and techniques to provide a judgment-free, personal approach to each client.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Aird

Steven Aird

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lake Forest, CA


“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 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janet Gichau

Janet Gichau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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 9 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Downey, CA
There are over 141 therapists in Downey, CA accepting new patients.
141+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 88%Trauma
  • 85%PTSD
  • 83%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 72%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 68%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 57%Cigna
  • 47%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 94%English
  • 18%Spanish
  • 3%Armenian
  • 2%Arabic
  • 2%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 69%Woman
  • 29%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 52%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 14%Nurse Practitioner
  • 9%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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