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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Fullerton, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Fullerton, CA

Managing trauma triggers and acute stress in Fullerton is possible with Headway's diverse provider network offering Relaxation Training, grounding techniques, and psychoeducation tailored to your recovery journey. Whether you're processing past experiences or navigating ongoing symptoms, virtual and in-person options accommodate your needs. Many sessions are covered by insurance.

Abdel Tayyem

Abdel Tayyem

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 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 5 insurance carriers
Christianne Cardriche

Christianne Cardriche

Therapist

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


“Clients often tell me they feel safe, seen, and supported. I believe in meeting you where you are, walking with you at your own pace, and honoring your unique story.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Scott Whelan

Scott Whelan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • 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
Adena Sarkian

Adena Sarkian

Therapist

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


“I believe healing begins when we acknowledge all the parts of who we are: the dutiful part, the exhausted part, the part that carries shame, and the part that was never given permission to grieve.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ani Krecker

Ani Krecker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Los Angeles, 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 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cheryl Bentley

Cheryl Bentley

Therapist

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


“I believe therapy is not only a space for healing, but also a process of rediscovering your capacity to shape and create your life with awareness, courage, and compassion.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Megan Galloway

Megan Galloway

Therapist

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


“My approach is warm, holistic, and trauma-informed, recognizing that our past experiences, relationships, and nervous system all play a role in how we feel today.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Nazare Magaz

Dr. Nazare Magaz

Psychologist

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


“My approach is collaborative, warm and creative, whereby we work together to understand you better and at a deeper level.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Rachel Melvald

Rachel Melvald

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • 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
Gretchen Shibl

Gretchen Shibl

Psychologist

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


“I strive to create a collaborative, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where every person is treated with respect, kindness, and understanding.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stanley Rushing

Stanley Rushing

Therapist

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


“Stan's goal is to build upon current strengths to assist clients in the healing and growth processes.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mark Awanyai

Mark Awanyai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


I work with adults facing ADHD, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, sleep issues, and substance use, offering clear, practical help—no guesswork. You might feel overwhelmed, stuck, have trouble sleeping, or struggle to focus. We follow a structured approach to understand your situation and develop a treatment plan that progresses. I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and focused follow-up using evidence-based and trauma-informed strategies. The process is simple, with clear steps and adjustments based on your progress. If you're ready to proceed, reach out.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Katherine Carter

Katherine Carter

Therapist

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


“For over two decades, I have enjoyed helping people work through relational challenges, anxiety, grief, depression, life transitions, and spiritual issues so they can find their joy in life again!”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erika Kosterlitzky

Erika Kosterlitzky

Therapist

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


I love doing this work! I consider it a great privilege to walk alongside my clients, to partner with them, support them in their journey, and witness their growth.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susanna Boyer

Susanna Boyer

Therapist

In-person • 24 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I lean on psychodynamic, attachment, trauma-informed, and mind-body theoretical orientations as my framework, and borrow interventions from a variety of therapies tailored to my clients, including ACT, CBT, somatic therapy, EFT, and others.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheila Kelly

Sheila Kelly

Therapist

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


“I believe the quality of the relationship between therapist and client is an essential healing component of therapy and provides the foundation from which growth and self-healing occurs.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beth Schuh

Beth Schuh

Therapist

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


“I use my innate curiosity and non-judgmental attitude to understand how life has shaped my clients and to work with them to find ways of unlearning/healing the habits that no longer work for them.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monica Jaquez

Monica Jaquez

Therapist

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


“I bring specialized training in trauma work to every session so the process always feels intentional, not random.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lo Story Moon Lankford

Lo Story Moon Lankford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I took the ‘be who you needed when you were younger’ thing pretty seriously. ... most of my work is with LGBTQ young people ages 5-26.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Patricia Harvey

Patricia Harvey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 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
Dr. Julie DeVito

Dr. Julie DeVito

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


“My patients can expect a relaxed, safe space, an environment of acceptance and non-judgement, empathy, positive regard and respect, and a collaborative approach to treatment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Virginia Green

Dr. Virginia Green

Therapist

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


“Your first session will be an opportunity to share what is keeping you up at night with a kind, irreverent, loving and generous human.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Megan Hanson

Megan Hanson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I don't believe in the "bad seed". I think all people can thrive when the systems around them are thriving.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Baruch

Rebecca Baruch

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“Having experienced depression and anxiety myself, I'm committed to providing exceptional care to people seeking mental health services.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Brian Gleason

Brian Gleason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I bring 20 years of experience in many areas of therapy including LGBT specializations, drug/alcohol issues specialization, and a client centered approach

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Codega

Jennifer Codega

Therapist

In-person • 26 mi away • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


One of my joys in life is making a positive difference in my client's lives. Maybe you’ve tried everything; talking to friends/family, reading self-help books, ignoring the problem hoping it will go away, or just accepting how things are and yet you are feeling unhappy and stuck. I believe there is hope for you, a life filled with love, fulfillment and fun. I've had a variety of life experiences (good, not so good) that's given me wisdom and insights about people/life. I work with couples, women/men issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD. I'll travel with you on your journey of healing/growth with understanding and compassion.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Derek Hoxby

Derek Hoxby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 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
Michalina Zell

Michalina Zell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Mission Viejo, CA


“I am a warm and encouraging "person-centered" therapist and believe that a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust and positive regard is essential to our work together.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joshua Ong

Joshua Ong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe mental health care requires a multifaceted and holistic approach to treatment, addressing various aspects of an individual's life.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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
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
Violeta Stephanie Arrazola

Violeta Stephanie Arrazola

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


Hi! I'm Violeta Stephanie Arrazola. I earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with a focus on Marriage and Family Therapy from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles in 2014. I became licensed in 2019 and have a decade of experience in mental health. I work with a diverse range of client issues, including depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges. Additionally, I am trained and certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zora Speert Dieterich

Zora Speert Dieterich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I am an interactive therapist whose practice involves a mutual cooperative approach to empower self-learning.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Raegan Hesse

Raegan Hesse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Redondo Beach, CA


“I empower my clients through a compassionate approach to healing, and I believe that real change starts with self-reflection and self-compassion.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Porter

Matthew Porter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


Hello and welcome to my psychotherapy practice. My name is Matthew and I have been practicing as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in San Francisco and Los Angeles for over twenty years. I honor diversity and inclusion and provide a curious, non-judgmental space for reflection, healing and transformation. As a therapist, I bring a mix of pragmatic feedback and practical skills development to empower my clients to grow and change. As an Attachment-Focused EMDR therapist, I support clients with PTSD and interpersonal trauma to heal and become more present. I hold a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology and Drama Therapy from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco and I serve individuals, couples, families, youth, and the LGBTQ community.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Magda Herrera

Magda Herrera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Hermosa Beach, CA


Hi, I'm Magda. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's degree from Antioch University Los Angeles. I'm a culturally sensitive Latina therapist who is passionate about helping people better understand themselves and the challenges they're facing. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or feeling stuck in life, we'll work together to uncover patterns, build insight, and strengthen your confidence. I believe meaningful change can happen when you feel truly seen and understood.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amber Mitchell

Amber Mitchell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Santa Monica, CA


“I am committed to the practice of being open-minded and non-judgmental, no pressure no matter the situation.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Samuel Godwin

Samuel Godwin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • 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
Sean Kim

Sean Kim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • 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
Vanessa Glatt

Vanessa Glatt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and change, and that therapy can help unlock that potential.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Fullerton, CA
There are over 97 therapists in Fullerton, CA accepting new patients.
97+
Average years in practice
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7 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 89%PTSD
  • 85%Trauma
  • 82%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 80%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 68%Cigna
  • 51%Providence Health Plan
  • 47%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 94%English
  • 20%Spanish
  • 3%Arabic
  • 3%Farsi
  • 3%Vietnamese
How they see their clients
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  • 94%In-person or online
  • 6%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 70%Woman
  • 27%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 44%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 24%Nurse Practitioner
  • 16%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 12%Clinical Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 34%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy

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