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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in La Jolla, CA
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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in La Jolla, CA
Headway connects La Jolla residents with 7,849 licensed trauma-informed providers specializing in PTSD treatment through evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and EMDR. Sessions are available in-person or virtually, with many providers offering free consultations and open availability within two weeks.
“I help them identify what they want or need to change. Then we work on strategies toward achieving those goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I consider myself a therapist who leads with empathy, making others feel safe, seen, and genuinely understood.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I approach things with an inquisitive and strength-based lens, and love partnering with my clients to help them find solutions to problems they might be facing.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My expertise includes autism spectrum disorders, OCD, personality disorders, PTSD and trauma, schizophrenia and psychosis disorders, substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, mood disorders, and bipolar conditions.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“Building strong therapeutic relationships is at the heart of my practice. I strive to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered to take an active role in their mental health journey.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Life is hard and we all need support and a place where we feel safe and accepted to work through the changes and transitions that life brings.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“You can expect a space where you feel heard, feel seen, and feel empowered to reclaim yourself to reclaim your life!”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I believe the stories we tell ourselves about our past, future, and present influence the way we feel and behave.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I provide compassionate medication management in a warm, judgment-free environment where patients feel safe being themselves.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I have a deep belief in the healing power of relationship and draw from a range of trauma-informed, somatic, depth and behavioral approaches in my work.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I specialize in helping first and second generation women who are exploring what it's like to prioritize themselves in a world that constantly tells them how they should live.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe healing happens when we are able to understand and honor the full story of who we are — our thoughts, emotions, experiences, and the ways our bodies hold those experiences.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I collaborate with clients on how to get from where they are in their lives currently to where they want to be.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe that everyone's journey is unique, and by focusing on your strengths, I can help you make meaningful changes that truly make a difference.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I aim to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and also challenged in a way that leads to real growth.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. I believe therapy should be a space where you feel comfortable being yourself...”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Asking for help can feel harder when you've spent most of your life being the one who holds things together. I'm Neydi, a bilingual English and Spanish speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. I work with individuals and families navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, and substance use. These challenges rarely arrive alone and almost always connect back to our relationships, our families, and the communities we come from. Clients often describe me as warm, direct, and genuinely invested.
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I take a holistic approach to therapy, exploring the connection between your mind, body, and lifestyle.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My style of therapy is warm and interactive. I believe in treating every individual with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“By bringing deep compassion for the full experience of being human and providing an environment of unconditional positive regard, recovery can occur.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Eating disorders, End of life care
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“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
“My goal is to create a safe and collaborative space where clients feel truly heard, seen and understood.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I take a holistic, strength-based approach to therapy, which means I consider the whole person—your physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual well-being—when working with you.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is warm, empathetic, and genuine, fostering a safe and supportive environment for my clients.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I offer a supportive and empathetic environment to help clients navigate through life's challenges and improve their mental well-being.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
My work centers queer and transgender preteens, teens, and adults, as well as individuals with current or past foster care involvement. My clients may be feeling overwhelmed, questioning their identity, or don't know where to start with therapy. I can support you by helping you notice patterns and build trust in your own process.
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“With an extensive background working with teens experiencing symptoms of trauma, anxiety, and depression, I can help guide you through difficult emotional landscapes.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I see medication as one important tool — not the only one — and I take time to understand your full picture before making recommendations.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Additionally, for longer-term treatment, utilize sand tray, expressive arts, mindfulness, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and other treatment modalities tailored to each client.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am a Latinx, queer, non-binary therapist committed to providing affirming, culturally responsive, and relational care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm particularly skilled at helping adults who are discovering mental health conditions they've lived with for years without knowing it, as well as older adults facing the intersection of mental health and aging.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I believe in building new skills and identifying support systems to help improve coping and promote overall wellness.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I work with attachment and evidence-based models of therapy, so that you can be confident my techniques do make lasting change.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe in meeting people where they are and collaborating with them to find the path forward that works best for their unique circumstances.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I specialize in caring for diverse and underserved populations, including veterans, individuals with severe mental illness, co-occurring disorders, and those in acute psychiatric crisis.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My belief in your natural power coupled with your willingness and determination to grow will lead you on a path of transformation.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Diabetes, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is friendly and goal-oriented. I value my clients' experiences with their families, culture, religion, and spiritual history.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My therapeutic style is strengths-based, meaning that I will work with you to identify your strengths and the strategies that have worked well for you in the past, and nurture those skills to their highest potential.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I recognize that mental health is deeply connected to physical health, family dynamics, culture, and life circumstances.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My passion for mental health care ignited while working with the homeless population in Durham, North Carolina.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD located within 20 miles of La Jolla, CA
Number of therapists within 20 miles of La Jolla, CA
60+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 98%Anxiety
- 95%Trauma
- 93%Stress management
- 93%Depression
- 90%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
- 98%Aetna
- 68%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 63%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 53%Providence Health Plan
- 52%Cigna
Languages spoken
- 95%English
- 18%Spanish
- 2%Arabic
- 2%French
- 2%German
How they see their clients
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
Provider gender
- 67%Woman
- 33%Man
License types
- 55%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 15%Clinical Psychologist
- 8%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 3%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 35%Family therapy
- 22%Child or adolescent therapy
- 17%Couples therapy
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