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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Manhattan Beach, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Manhattan Beach, CA

Manhattan Beach residents struggling with intrusive memories, nightmares, or avoidance can access specialized PTSD treatment through Headway's network of trauma-informed providers. Our therapists use proven approaches including Exposure Therapy and DBT skills to support your healing journey, with flexible scheduling and average savings of 75% on sessions through insurance.

Divya Tilva

Divya Tilva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I provide supportive, nonjudgmental, and motivating environment where your voice is genuinely heard.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Sydney Fox

Sydney Fox

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood without judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alena Cabrero

Alena Cabrero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


Welcome, I'm glad you're here. I’m a warm and compassionate therapist with several years of experience working in mental health. I hold a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology and work with people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply wanting to understand themselves more deeply. I take a collaborative approach, tailoring our sessions to your unique needs and goals. My priority is creating a space where you feel supported, seen, and safe to explore whatever comes up.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Oliver Drakeford

Oliver Drakeford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • West Hollywood, CA


“I believe that life is most satisfying when the relationships we have with our 'Self,' with 'Others,' and with our 'Family' are healthy and balanced.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Direct
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Artyom Khachikyan

Dr. Artyom Khachikyan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe that we are all inherently kind, so I want to help people rediscover that aspect of their psyche.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Logan Vournas

Logan Vournas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • Redondo Beach, CA


“I focus my work on supporting clients who deal with trauma, difficult relationships, navigating identity, or are trying to find a sense of security and calm in themselves and in our ever-changing and stressful world.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Carlos Gonzalez

Carlos Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I focus on creating a down-to-earth, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can slow things down, talk honestly about what's going on, and start making sense of what's been feeling heavy or stuck.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Petra Sierra

Petra Sierra

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My goal is to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where every client feels heard, respected, and supported.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Megan Hanson

Megan Hanson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 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.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Glatt

Vanessa Glatt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 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
Be Staub

Be Staub

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Long Beach, CA


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
Roy Allan Elevazo

Roy Allan Elevazo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Lakewood, CA


“Roy builds relationships with clients that can make an impact in improving quality of life, achieving goals, and improving stability for mental health.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beatriz Gutierrez- Escalante

Beatriz Gutierrez- Escalante

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I am a Latina bilingual therapist with 15 years of professional mental health experience. I specialize in working with people suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, difficulties with acculturation, work stress and domestic violence. I work with children/adolescents, parents, couples and individuals. I Graduated from Pacific Oaks College with a Masters Degree in Marriage Family Therapy with specialization in Latino/a Family Studies. I am passionate about working with families.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jack Sample

Dr. Jack Sample

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I'm Dr. Jack Sample, a licensed clinical psychologist in Los Angeles offering psychodynamic therapy at my office in Hollywood. My practice is informed by training and education in psychology, cultural anthropology, and nonfiction storytelling. I believe therapy is an opportunity to address the roots of suffering and support enduring change. My approach aims to cultivate capacities for thinking, feeling, and creativity to foster a greater sense of agency and aliveness.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dominic Valdes

Dominic Valdes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, particularly gay men, and offer a space that is culturally attuned and grounded in understanding the nuances of identity, intimacy, and relational dynamics.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Suzanne Walsh

Suzanne Walsh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Long Beach, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a background in fine art and over 20 years of experience working closely with creatives. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and personal growth. I believe therapy is a space for self-discovery, healing, and meaningful change.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joanna Farah

Joanna Farah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My work goes beyond talk therapy to build a flexible nervous system, helping to deepen your relationships, reduce symptoms of trauma, and expand resilience.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Heidi DE Leon

Heidi DE Leon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“With 18 years of experience in addiction treatment, I have seen firsthand the resilience people discover when given the right support.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Rachel Melvald

Rachel Melvald

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 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
Brian Gleason

Brian Gleason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 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
Fumie Yoshikawa

Fumie Yoshikawa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented. I focus on helping clients understand the deeper patterns behind their emotions and relationships while building practical tools for everyday life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ani Krecker

Ani Krecker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 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
Chirag Bharati

Chirag Bharati

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Cerritos, CA


“An integrative therapy approach that encompasses all aspects of your individual experience is a great starting point.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kay Gosnell

Kay Gosnell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I work with adults, couples, and teens navigating trauma, addiction, relationship challenges, and the lasting effects of difficult childhood or family experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amanda Welby

Amanda Welby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I will be curious to understand your struggles and your strengths. I will be present and focused on the goals you want to achieve.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Taguchi

Danielle Taguchi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I am nonjudgmental, warm, and direct. My approach is grounded in evidence-based therapies like ACT, CBT, EMDR, and Prolonged Exposure.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Matthew Porter

Matthew Porter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 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 1 insurance carrier
Jaime Morse

Jaime Morse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Sherman Oaks, CA


“I believe that therapy is most effective when it provides a safe, collaborative space to understand how past experiences continue to shape present patterns—and how those patterns can change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
AJ Kiefer

AJ Kiefer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Encino, CA


Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a master’s degree in nursing from Western Governor University and post master’s from Maryville University in St. Louis. Also board certified in Ambulatory Care and have been caring for people with mental health issues in/out of the hospital for over 18 years. I have a strong critical care background and treat different issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, LGBTQ+ issues, men’s health issues, postpartum depression amongst others.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Patricia Navarro

Patricia Navarro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I specialize in trauma therapy, so a big part of my work is helping clients process difficult experiences and rebuild a sense of safety and empowerment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eliana Kohanzad

Eliana Kohanzad

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Encino, CA


“I believe in a warm, empathetic, and collaborative approach, where I listen deeply to both your words and your emotions.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carly Rose Schwan

Carly Rose Schwan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Encino, CA


“I offer a space where you can feel deeply heard, gently challenged, and supported as you move toward meaningful and values-aligned change.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lara Cochran, PH.D.

Lara Cochran, PH.D.

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Encino, CA


“My areas of specialization are trauma and anxiety disorders, as well as depression and disorders of childhood/adolescence.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shaoqing(Cindy) Tang

Shaoqing(Cindy) Tang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Encino, CA


“I strive to create a supportive and non-judgmental environment where clients feel empowered to explore their challenges and embrace positive change.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ma Victoria Martin

Ma Victoria Martin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Cerritos, CA


It takes real courage to take this first step toward prioritizing your mental health, and I want to honor that. Beginning therapy can feel vulnerable, unfamiliar, or even intimidating, and I understand that. Maybe you’ve spent a long time in survival mode, developing ways of coping that helped you get through hard experiences but may no longer serve you. That can show up as disconnecting from yourself or others, struggling with boundaries, or carrying a story about yourself shaped by cultural or relational expectations. Wherever you are, we can start exactly where you are.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Baldasseroni

Maria Baldasseroni

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Studio City, CA


“I offer a space of sincere empathy and emotional safety to explore, learn and grow from discomfort and unease.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Knarik Oganesyan

Knarik Oganesyan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Burbank, CA


“Clients can expect a focus on solutions, and work on creating achieveable actions that can help them reach their goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ryan Lisman

Ryan Lisman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Burbank, CA


“I employ a humanistic therapy approach that is client-centered and tailored to your individual therapeutic needs.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Omar Lorente

Omar Lorente

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Burbank, CA


“I believe you have the ability to heal yourself. Through this I will be your traveling companion to support and guide you to become your authentic self.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Seth Gold

Seth Gold

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • 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

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Manhattan Beach, CA
There are over 84 therapists in Manhattan Beach, CA accepting new patients.
84+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 99%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 90%Trauma
  • 87%Stress management
  • 83%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 67%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 54%Cigna
  • 44%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 42%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 10%Spanish
  • 4%Armenian
  • 4%Farsi
  • 2%French
How they see their clients
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  • 99%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 71%Woman
  • 23%Man
  • 6%Non-binary
License types
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  • 57%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 15%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 13%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 35%Couples therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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