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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in El Cajon, CA


Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in El Cajon, CA
Headway connects El Cajon residents with 7,855 licensed trauma specialists offering evidence-based therapies like EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and appointments within days.
I believe every person is unique with their own story to tell. Working with people is my passion and I bring every tool I have learned both professional and in my own life to meet a person's goals in therapy.
I genuinely like people, have always love to help ,
Will take my clients through the therapeutic process, with empathy and care for their experience in therapy to be a positive one.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety disorders, OCD, phobias, and trauma.
You can visit my website for more information: https://www.thiwlodarskilmft.com
Theresa Russell - Porta Verum Psychotherapy Services
Therapist
Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • San Diego, CA
I have a decade of experience treating adults and adolescents. I take a holistic and trauma-informed approach to mental health care. My therapeutic approach is integrative, person-centered, solution-focused, mindfulness-based, and CBT-based. I am a bilingual Latina clinician with an emphasis on the BIPOC experience.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field (12 in private practice). I work with individuals ages 3 and up, as well as couples. I am trauma informed, a certified clinical supervisor, and EMDR trained (currently not accepting EMDR patients). I hold a plethora of CEUs in mental health disorders and have owned my own practice for several years, offering in person and telehealth services.
CSUB BA Psychology 2002
CSUB Master of Social Work 2004
Hey, I'm really glad you're here.
I know reaching out for therapy can feel intimidating, so my first goal is to make sure you feel comfortable and at ease. I'm not here to judge or tell you what to do — I’m here to listen, support you, and figure things out together.
My style is pretty laid-back, warm, and real. I’ll meet you where you’re at, and we'll work together to help you move toward where you want to be. I pull from a few different approaches like CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, EMDR, and somatic tools that help with nervous system regulation — but honestly, it all comes down to finding what works best for you.
Clients often tell me they feel really safe with me, like they can just be themselves without having to filter or explain everything. I love helping people reconnect with their own strength, especially those navigating ADHD, trauma, perfectionism, or the pressure of being a first-generation success story. (All things I get on a personal level too.)
If you're looking for a space where you can be yourself, talk things through, and feel supported while you make real changes, I’d love to connect.
Hello, and welcome! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in San Diego, CA. I specialize in helping individuals overcome the lasting effects of childhood experiences, as well as present traumas they may be facing. I have worked with adults, children and families in a variety of settings. I have provided space for people during the toughest of life transitions while teaching them tools to cope with the overwhelming emotions of grief and trauma. I’d like to be there for you too!
Hi, I'm Brian! I'm a licensed counselor with a background in holistic medicine as well. I've worked with a variety of mental health concerns, with my primary specialty being treating trauma.
About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD located within 20 miles of El Cajon, CA



- 98%Anxiety
- 94%Trauma
- 94%Depression
- 92%Stress management
- 89%Relationship issues

- 100%Aetna
- 66%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 64%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 57%Providence Health Plan
- 55%Cigna

- 94%English
- 23%Spanish
- 2%Arabic
- 2%French
- 2%German

- 94%In-person or online
- 6%In-person only

- 72%Woman
- 28%Man

- 57%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 13%Clinical Psychologist
- 8%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 4%Nurse Practitioner

- 100%Individual therapy
- 34%Family therapy
- 23%Child or adolescent therapy
- 15%Couples therapy
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