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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Pleasanton, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Pleasanton, CA

Healing from trauma and PTSD in Pleasanton starts with the right provider match. Headway offers compassionate, trauma-informed care using proven methods like Prolonged Exposure and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing to address nightmares, avoidance, and self-blame. Many clients save 75% on sessions through insurance, with some paying as low as $0 per visit.

Sara Ferreyra

Sara Ferreyra

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 mi away • Pleasanton, CA


“Clients often describe me as warm, grounded, and approachable. I strive to balance compassion with practical tools so that therapy feels both supportive and productive.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beth Ringheim

Beth Ringheim

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Pleasanton, CA


My passion is to help others find more joy and meaning in their lives. I work creatively and collaboratively with adults, teens, and children to explore the heart of the matter. I have experience working in the schools, with a team at a counseling clinic, and in private practice. I specialize with teenagers and their families and moving into couples work as well.

Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Wajeeha Khan

Wajeeha Khan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.1 mi away • San Ramon, CA


“Healing begins with empathy. At Well Mind Therapy, we embrace your journey with compassion, creating a safe space where you feel truly seen and supported as you grow.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Miriam Munzarova

Miriam Munzarova

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Livermore, CA


“My approach to therapy is compassionate, personalized, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I work with patients who survived physical, sexual, or spiritual abuse or trauma.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jing Zhang

Jing Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • San Ramon, CA


“I build up a therapeutic rapport quickly with every client as change happens through this genuine and meaningful connection.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Diler Bilgin

Diler Bilgin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.4 mi away • Fremont, CA


“I aim to create a warm, supportive space where you can talk openly, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what you're going through.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mayra Ruelas-Ramirez

Mayra Ruelas-Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Hayward, CA


“I believe the best healing is done in relationships, which can be done through the client-therapist relationship or by bringing family members together.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ignacia Perez Botto

Ignacia Perez Botto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I specialize in supporting teens and adults through life transitions like college, career changes, pregnancy, and postpartum.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Adeleine Conanan

Dr. Adeleine Conanan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I bring a multicultural lens to my work, with a particular interest in supporting immigrant families—especially Latino and Asian American clients—as well as LGBTQ+ and gender-diverse folks.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Inhwa Byun

Inhwa Byun

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • San Jose, CA


“She works with you to access your innate strengths, reveal coping styles, and, ultimately, deepen your understanding of the behavior patterns that keep you stuck.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jimena Picciano

Jimena Picciano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“My warm, empathetic style creates a supportive environment for growth, and I bring clinical expertise and professionalism to adapt therapy to your unique journey.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susanne Ebert-Khosla

Susanne Ebert-Khosla

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Palo Alto, CA


“I provide you with the safe and secure space in which you can explore unresolved and painful feelings that keep you stuck.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Mancera

Katherine Mancera

Therapist

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


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.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Emily Linaman

Emily Linaman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Pleasant Hill, CA


“Clients can expect to leave our sessions feeling a little bit lighter, more connected, more seen, more validated, and armed with new tools, insight, and strategies to handle overwhelming emotions or interpersonal and social scenarios.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Caroline Gilchrist

Caroline Gilchrist

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


I am a LMFT who regularly supports adults and teens. I specialize in relationship issues, anxiety, depression, identity, self-esteem, stress management, and life transitions.

I earned my M.S. in Psychology at Cal Poly SLO and earned my B.A. in Psychology at UCSB. I have worked in a variety of settings including private practice, community mental health, and school-based programs. I am dedicated to learning about and utilizing the latest research and interventions to best support her clients.

Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Debbie Hanson

Debbie Hanson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • San Jose, CA


“I am also a certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, (trauma therapy). My focus is helping people manage and heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and more.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chally Grundwag

Chally Grundwag

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • San Mateo, CA


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.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Andrea Rubenstein

Andrea Rubenstein

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Lafayette, CA


My name is Andrea Rubenstein. I am a Licensed Psychologist. I am honored to support people in improving their well-being. I have experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and a large range of symptomatology.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicolle Tissot-Desmarais

Nicolle Tissot-Desmarais

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Lafayette, CA


I have worked in the mental health field since 2018 first graduating from Cal State Hayward with a Bachelors in Psychology and then going on to get my Masters in Counseling from John F. Kennedy University. I became Licensed as a Psychotherapist in 2022. I work with adults and teens through a relational lens by taking the time to build the therapeutic relationship while gaining an understanding of my clients needs through warmth, care, and of course humor at times.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claire Neumann

Claire Neumann

Therapist

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


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (NY & CA) with an MSW from NYU and a BA in Communications from Northwestern. With 14 years as a professional actor and teaching artist, I incorporate creativity into my eclectic therapeutic approach, which includes CBT, mindfulness, expressive arts, and psychodynamics. I specialize in supporting clients with anxiety, depression, identity exploration, relational challenges, and personal growth.

Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Victoria Ojiako-Ita

Victoria Ojiako-Ita

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I believe balancing your mental health and physical wellness is key to improving stability in life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hong Zhang

Hong Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Los Altos, CA


“My specialty is the multicultural treatment of adolescents and adults with anxiety, grief, loss, and trauma.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Larissa Tam

Larissa Tam

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Alameda, CA


“My practice is rooted in creating a safe, compassionate, and neurodiversity-affirming space where clients can explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop practical skills for daily life.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Melody Claiborne

Melody Claiborne

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“My approach is structured and results-oriented. I prioritize getting you the right treatment quickly...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Meghan Fuller

Dr. Meghan Fuller

Psychologist

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


“My work is grounded in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches, with careful attention to development, attachment, trauma, and the complexity of each individual's inner life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Gabriel Thibaut De Maisieres

Gabriel Thibaut De Maisieres

Therapist

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


“My mission is to help people to be more themselves by challenging their limitations and empower them.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Miya Moore-Felton

Dr. Miya Moore-Felton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Antioch, CA


“I believe every person has their own unique story, as life events have varying impacts on individuals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Ho

Michelle Ho

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • San Jose, CA


I'm an open minded individual and welcome any topics in treatment

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

Chester Profeta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • San Jose, CA


“My approach is warm, honest, and practical. I take time to listen, explain treatment options clearly, and work with you to create a plan that makes sense for your life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Bittner

Lauren Bittner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • San Jose, CA


“I work with adolescents and adults navigating childhood and/or sexual trauma, identity, and the complex terrain of relationships and life transitions.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurel Fujii

Laurel Fujii

Therapist

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


“With warm curiosity and humor, I use a mix of psychodynamic (or depth therapy) and behavioral approaches to address distress and unease.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sara Mitchell

Dr. Sara Mitchell

Psychologist

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


“Sara believes that when children, youth and young adults receive support from caring, compassionate, and safe adults, they can find a language to express their story and challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Grief or loss, OCD
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lauren Purcell

Lauren Purcell

Therapist

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


“I bring compassion, presence and acceptance to my work with clients. I am trained in EMDR, a powerful treatment tool to help resolve trauma.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Laya Fatemeh Jamali

Laya Fatemeh Jamali

Therapist

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


“My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and depth-oriented. I integrate psychodynamic and Jungian perspectives with mindfulness and somatic awareness...”
PTSD, Trauma, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Abelson

Mark Abelson

Therapist

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


Hi, I'm Mark.


I work with adolescents, teens, young adults, and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, and relationships.


If you feel overwhelmed by emotions, we can face these challenges together with a good plan and the right tools. I have a lot of experience working with neurodiversity, anxiety, and self-harm.


Therapy can expand and strengthen your network of support, especially during difficult times. Reach out today--I'd love to answer any questions and share more.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erik Kahn

Erik Kahn

Therapist

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


I’m a licensed therapist trained in somatic psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies. I work with individuals, couples, and men, supporting clients with anxiety (including social anxiety), depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions. I also help people navigating loneliness, work-related stress, and cultural or identity-related experiences, including multiracial relationships. My goal is to help people better understand themselves, their patterns, and how they relate to others. I tend to be warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative, while also being direct when it’s helpful.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jen Leland

Jen Leland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Berkeley, CA


“I especially love working with young adults, organizers, health care workers, creatives, and outsiders who carry a lot for others, feel deeply, and courageously seek support.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jeremiah Knight

Jeremiah Knight

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • San Jose, CA


“I believe change occurs through conscious reflection, intentional action towards one's goals, and an active engagement in one's life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eli Benway

Eli Benway

Therapist

In-person • 24 mi away • Oakland, CA


“I'm passionate about working with adults from marginalized communities, and I have a particular affinity for supporting queer and trans folks, including people working through identity, transition, or just not feeling safe to be themselves yet.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Anna O'Connor

Anna O'Connor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Albany, CA


“We'll explore ways you are shaped by family, community, and culture, and what this means about how you show up in the world.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD in Pleasanton, CA

Number of therapists serving Pleasanton, CA
There are over 7,393 therapists in Pleasanton, CA accepting new patients.
7,393+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 93%Trauma
  • 88%Stress management
  • 83%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 79%Cigna
  • 76%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 70%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 64%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 17%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%Tagalog
How they see their clients
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  • 91%Online only
  • 9%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 12%Nurse Practitioner
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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