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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Los Gatos, CA


Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Los Gatos, CA
Los Gatos residents dealing with PTSD can access compassionate, evidence-based care through Headway's network of 7,666 providers. Our therapists use specialized techniques like EMDR and Cognitive Processing Therapy to address trauma triggers, emotional numbness, and intrusive thoughts.
Please note that although I enjoy working with couples, I will no longer be able to offer couples therapy due to insurance reimbursement issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC II) with over 25 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life and the concerns that arise. I specialize in addiction, trauma, and co-occurring mental health challenges. I bring a deep commitment to meeting people where they are in their process. In my practice, I offer a warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. I believe meaningful change happens when we honor each person’s lived experience and work together toward self-identified goals at a pace that feels safe and manageable. I meet clients where they are, whether they are just beginning to explore change or looking to deepen their healing and personal growth.
You've got the talent. The drive. Maybe you've already reached your dream goal where the pressures & stress-you've got things on lock for some time now. As you step into a new season, this one feels different.
Whether you are an athlete, creative, parent, or entrepreneur, I help multi-potential & high performing individuals who are:
- Balancing many other responsibilities that are as important
- Feeling like they are at a plateau
- Not feeling heard
- Feels a misalignment in communication
- Contemplating career pivot or life after sport among athletes
- Struggling with performance related anxiety
...and are seeking specialized support to navigate these difficulties, especially in moments that matter most whether that’s on the sports pitch, boardroom, conference, at home, on stage or on set.
Morgan Brown, LPCC#22723
Dr. Arce is a licensed clinical psychologist, experienced in working with multicultural individuals, and catering treatment to patient's needs. She has worked in multiple settings including: university counseling, hospitals, medical school, and community mental health agencies. Dr. Arce specializes in ADHD assessment, couples pre-marital counseling, life transitions, anxiety disorders, depression, heath-related difficulties, relationships, and spiritual development. Communication of needs and progress are reviewed regularly to ensure that each patient finds value in the time spent in treatment.
My therapy style is compassionate and supportive. Clients find me engaging, warm and friendly. I've been a licensed psychotherapist since 1987 and I have experience with a variety of clients from differing age groups, ethnicities and cultural backgrounds. During my career I've helped clients with relationship challenges, the expression and management of emotion, and improving their quality of life.
Sheila C. Brown has extensive experience working with teens and adults, providing a safe space where individuals can be themselves and feel heard and valued, Sheila has lived experience with ADHD and late in life diagnosis.
I'm an open minded individual and welcome any topics in treatment
Hello,
I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. My goal as a therapist is to support you in your journey to regain trust in your unique strengths and overcome life's challenging situations, and help you make your life happier and more meaningful. My style is warm, collaborative, and culturally sensitive.
I have been in practice for over a decade, and work with a wide range of conditions including trauma, depression and complex life transitions.
I’m Meghan Smith, LCSW, and I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, grief, and acute stress. I use EMDR, CBT, ACT, and DBT within a trauma-informed framework — tailoring every treatment plan to you. Therapy with me is collaborative, grounded, and at a pace that feels safe. I’m here to walk alongside you, not push you.
Welcome! I specialize in medication management (psychopharmacology) of depression, anxiety disorders, OCD and ADHD of adult patients. I graduated from the Stanford Psychiatry Residency Program in 2004 where I served as chief resident and have been in private practice since 2005. You may learn more about my practice at https://sfpsychiatrylaw.com. Please note that the first appointment is done in my office in Belmont. I talk to prospective clients on the phone before booking the inital intake appointment. I am not able to take all the patients who wish to schedule.
I have been a licensed MFT for 17 years and have worked in many settings including but not limited to: non-profit, community college, outpatient drug and alcohol treatment, group home and private practice. I got my Masters at the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology and I’d definitely describe my orientation as eclectic and I honestly taylor my work to each client.
Anxiety and perfectionism have turned your mind into a battleground. Your inner critic nitpicks every interaction, leaving you exhausted by thoughts of “Damnit, why can’t I just be better!” Painful memories get louder, no matter how hard you try to ignore them. Daily invalidations of your Latina, queer, or immigrant identity sting, and you feel isolated as you keep your suffering to yourself. You’ve tried everything: doom scrolling, drinking, and self-help books, but nothing has worked. You're left feeling hopeless and weighed down.
About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD located within 20 miles of Los Gatos, CA



- 100%Anxiety
- 94%Trauma
- 91%Stress management
- 91%PTSD
- 85%Relationship issues

- 97%Aetna
- 71%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 65%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 56%Cigna
- 47%Blue Shield of California

- 100%English
- 9%Hebrew
- 9%Spanish
- 6%Mandarin
- 3%French

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

- 74%Woman
- 26%Man

- 65%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 6%Clinical Psychologist
- 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 6%Nurse Practitioner

- 100%Individual therapy
- 26%Family therapy
- 24%Child or adolescent therapy
- 18%Couples therapy
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