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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Encinitas, CA


Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Encinitas, CA
Whether you're processing acute stress, combat-related trauma, or complex PTSD in Encinitas, Headway connects you with warm, solution-oriented providers trained in trauma-focused interventions like Written Exposure Therapy and Relaxation Training. Sessions start as soon as the next day.
I have worked with adolescents, adults, and older adults as they work through life's challenges. I am client-centered with a trauma-informed lens, often leaving clients feeling heard, validated, and empowered to continue reaching their goals.
As someone who has worked as a clinician embedded in a law enforcement agency, I am acutely aware of the realities of first responders and the impact the work can have on the individual and their relationships.
I am a therapist serving children, families and adults navigating anxiety, depressive symptoms, relationship issues and life adjustments. Sometimes you need a little help navigating life stressors, obstacles or discovering healthy forms of coping skills. I received my Bachelors at San Francisco State University in Psychology and completed my Masters at California State University East Bay in Counseling with a concentration in Marriage Family Therapy.
Welcome! I’m so glad you’ve taken the step to begin therapy, and I’m honored to be a part of your journey toward healing and growth. My name is Sam and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Arizona and California. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals, couples, and families across a wide range of issues, including relational difficulties, mental health challenges, eating disorders, trauma, and more.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a PhD and 34 years of experience, offering telehealth therapy to clients in California. I'm most in my element with people who are learning their needs, what's getting in their way and feel ready to meet their challenges. My clients come from all walks of life. I help those who are too hard on themselves to become their own best friend.
Hello,
I am Dr. Jaeger and I welcome you to my practice. I look forward to sitting with you, hearing your story, and developing a plan to help you with your concerns and needs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Ph.D. in Sociology, bridging clinical practice and research. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating depression, life transitions, racial/ethnic identity and relational challenges, and burnout, with a focus on college students, young adults, Black women, and other people of color. Using a relational approach to therapy, I strive to create a space where you feel safe and empowered to embrace your authentic self. My goal is to help you move through your experiences with clarity and a deeper connection to who you truly are.
Hello! I work with adult clients, ages 18-64 years old, who have medication management needs for their mental health conditions. Clients should have appropriate acuity in the mild-to-moderate range for telehealth care. Certain conditions or symptom severity levels may need a more intensive care setting than telehealth. Same week appointments available.
I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and more than 10 years of experience working in behavioral health. My background includes community mental health, correctional reentry services, and private practice, which has given me experience working with people from many different backgrounds and life circumstances.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family stress, self-esteem concerns, boundaries, perfectionism, grief, and major life transitions. I especially enjoy helping clients better understand the patterns they’ve developed, where those patterns came from, and what they want to do differently moving forward.
I bring warmth, humor, curiosity, and honesty into the therapy room. You don’t have to have everything figured out before you come in—that’s part of the work we’ll do together.
I'm warm, pleasant, knowledgeable, professional, efficient and approachable.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and life transitions. Throughout my career, I have been passionate about supporting individuals as they work through challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.
I believe therapy is most effective when clients feel safe, supported, and genuinely heard. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and strengths-based, focusing on helping you recognize your existing strengths while developing practical tools to manage life's difficulties. Together, we will work to increase self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and create a path forward that aligns with your values, goals, and overall well-being. My goal is to empower you to navigate challenges with greater confidence and build a life that feels more balanced, fulfilling, and authentic.
I have been on my own healing journey for 40+ years and so I know personally how much courage and effort it can take to heal and grow. I also know how amazing life and relationships can get as a part of that healing process; I wish that experience for everyone.
About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD located within 20 miles of Encinitas, CA



- 100%Anxiety
- 95%Relationship issues
- 92%Trauma
- 90%Stress management
- 90%Depression

- 95%Aetna
- 77%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 62%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 51%Cigna
- 46%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

- 97%English
- 18%Spanish
- 3%Cantonese
- 3%Japanese
- 3%Mandarin

- 92%In-person or online
- 8%In-person only

- 67%Woman
- 33%Man

- 44%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 23%Clinical Psychologist
- 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 10%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 3%Medical Doctor

- 100%Individual therapy
- 46%Family therapy
- 36%Couples therapy
- 21%Child or adolescent therapy
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