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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Pasadena, CA
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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Pasadena, CA
Pasadena residents dealing with trauma and PTSD can access evidence-based care through Headway's network of 7,886 licensed providers who specialize in Exposure Therapy, EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and other trauma-focused modalities. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within the next two weeks.
“I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, depression, burnout, creative blocks, relationship challenges, performance pressure, and major life or career transitions.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“After an appointment, typically you'll experience relief, clarity and/or obtain a new approach to something that's been unsettling for you.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“At the clinic, we treat patients like family and strive to provide the best mental health care by incorporating different treatment modalities to help you feel your best.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“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
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“My approach is collaborative, curious, and practical. I like to understand not only what you are struggling with, but why a pattern may have developed and what purpose it has been serving.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“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
“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
“I bring a grounded, compassionate approach to therapy that's shaped by decades of working with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan and across diverse life experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I integrate evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and nervous system regulation techniques...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am curious about your life history and how your spirituality can play a vital role in your recovery.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy works best when it is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique experiences and goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I enjoy working with creatives, the LGBTQ+ community, adolescents aged 15+, young adults, and folks who find themselves "starting over" in middle age.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
“I take a thoughtful, gentle, and honest approach to psychotherapy. We'll look beyond surface-level symptoms to uncover the deeper patterns shaping your life.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“With decades of experience and a trauma-informed background, I bring a compassionate, comprehensive approach to therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“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
“Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your authentic self, I offer a compassionate and supportive space...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
Dr. Bacher is a holistic, trauma-informed psychologist with over 15 years experience working at many of the top residential treatment centers in the U.S. and Europe. He specializes in working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, and addiction. Dr. Bacher completed his undergraduate work in Psychology at Georgetown University, and his Masters and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University. His dissertation research focused on Positive Psychology--specifically meaning making--and how to cultivate positive strengths in individuals.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to help you improve your mood, gain effective coping skills, and establish therapeutic goals so you can navigate life transitions, relationships, and stressors with greater resilience and well-being.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I've always been fascinated by the resilience of the human spirit. If you are working through what happened without judgment and identity what could help you keep going.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm warm, direct, and a little bit stubborn about hope. I'll listen closely and I'll tell you the truth as I see it.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“As a therapist you can expect that I will meet you where you are. I will walk alongside you on this journey of wellness.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“With a calm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental approach, I create a safe space for authentic expression and tailor treatment to each client's unique needs and goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“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
I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and adult individuals. I work collaboratively to explore the underlying negative patterns that cause you to feel stuck. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions, therapy can be a powerful space to gain insight and feel less alone.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Dr. Jawad's approach is to get to know the person first, then work together to identify the right interventions, and finally formulate a plan to implement them.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My goal is that with each session a client leaves feeling seen, empowered and gained a more insight into themselves.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I will utilize a person-centered approach by providing unconditional positive regard and implementing active listening and supportive reflection to establish trust and build therapeutic rapport.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“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
“My approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy. Because lasting change usually requires both structure and depth.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in treating complex trauma, grief, personality and mood disorders in all ages, from toddlers to elders.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“My style is collaborative and goal-oriented: we'll combine your lived experience with evidence-based tools to build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward a more grounded, joyful, and fulfilling life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach centers on establishing a collaborative partnership with each client to create comprehensive and personalized treatments.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is both compassionate and direct. I help clients slow down and understand the "why" behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, while also offering practical tools to create meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
“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
“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
“I am passionate about creating an environment where clients can experience a warm, encouraging and supportive space.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
As a licensed therapist with both an MSW and a PhD in clinical practice and research, I bring a depth of academic knowledge and real-world experience to my work with individuals and couples. My approach is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and evidence-based strategies tailored to meet each client’s unique needs.
I specialize in helping people navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional resilience, and self-exploration. Whether you're seeking personal growth or looking to strengthen your connection with a partner, my goal is to create a safe, affirming space where meaningful insight and change can emerge.
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD located within 20 miles of Pasadena, CA
Number of therapists within 20 miles of Pasadena, CA
128+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 96%Anxiety
- 93%Relationship issues
- 93%Trauma
- 92%Depression
- 84%Stress management
Insurances accepted
- 99%Aetna
- 70%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 69%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 50%Providence Health Plan
- 46%Cigna
Languages spoken
- 93%English
- 20%Spanish
- 5%Armenian
- 2%Arabic
- 2%Farsi
How they see their clients
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
Provider gender
- 70%Woman
- 28%Man
- 2%Non-binary
License types
- 55%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 22%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 12%Clinical Psychologist
- 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 5%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 34%Family therapy
- 23%Couples therapy
- 18%Child or adolescent therapy
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