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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.

Dr. Angela Chijioke

Dr. Angela Chijioke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Santa Clara, CA


“The best practice approach that is appealing and being utilized is a person-centered approach because it improves the experience and outcomes of people who use healthcare services.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marisol Lopez

Marisol Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I understand the unique stressors that can come with balancing academics, athletics, cultural expectations, and personal growth.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yvette Toman

Yvette Toman

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


I provide psychotherapy to adults, young adults, children, women, and families in which I specialize in anxiety. As a therapist I diagnose and treat depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD and other mental health disorders.

I believe that getting better from a mental health disorder is not only possible, but realistic. I am here to guide you on that journey of healing. So that you can gain peace and continue to pursue your dreams and goals. When working with children I work with parents to provide play therapy, art therapy, and pet therapy

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Alexandra Brown

Alexandra Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Through EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), I guide clients in processing these pain points and shifting negative patterns...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Miriam Gomez

Miriam Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in a holistic (our physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual aspects are all interconnected), strength-based, individualized approach to therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
James McJunkin

James McJunkin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Escondido, CA


“I focus on helping clients feel safer in their bodies, understand their inner world, and move toward lasting change with compassion and clarity.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Zadrozny

Erin Zadrozny

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize a holistic approach including: sound meditation, spirituality, psychodynamic therapy, EMDR and clinical hypnosis.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
John Boyce

John Boyce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Encinitas, CA


“My therapy approach is experiential, humanistic, and somatic... We engage and explore in the work of therapy together collaboratively.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Maxwell Cadena

Maxwell Cadena

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I care deeply about creating a space where people feel understood - not just as a presenting concern, but as a whole person.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Hutchinson

Michelle Hutchinson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, trauma-informed, collaborative, and grounded in CBT, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Bantale Ayisire

Dr. Bantale Ayisire

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and empowered within the family. Let's walk this journey together, one step at a time.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“My clinical focus includes autism spectrum disorders, OCD, personality disorders, PTSD and trauma, schizophrenia and psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders...”
PTSD, Trauma, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jazmin Barrera

Jazmin Barrera

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a bilingual (Spanish & English) marriage and family therapist licensed in California with over 14 years of experience working in clinical practice. I am born and raised in San Francisco's Mission District. I am Salvarodan and Nicaraguan; and a native Spanish speaker. I have served clients experiencing multiple occurring conditions requiring some form of crisis stabilization service or intervention. I have counseled individuals and families dealing with an array of issues such as immigration/deportation, domestic and community violence, teen pregnancy, work – readiness, homelessness, substance abuse, and more. I use a client-centered and strengths-based approach when I work with clients. I believe that it is critical to collaborate with cleints in identifying and attaining what they are seeking. I believe that clients are experts in their lives and I am an expert my field.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Shaun Goff

Shaun Goff

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize Cognitive Behavioral and Existential therapy modalities to help my clients find realistic ways to achieve their goals...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Valo Gonzalez

Valo Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe people carry far more strength, clarity, and resilience than they often realize. My role is to help you understand the emotional patterns and internal narratives that shape your experience, so you can move through life with greater freedom and self‐trust. I’m engaged, attuned, and honest in the room — offering reflection, insight, and steady collaboration as we explore what’s happening beneath the surface. We work at a pace that feels grounded for you, creating space for real change to germinate.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melissa Sadikoff

Melissa Sadikoff

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy can make a real difference when clients commit to the process. It isn't easy, but I've seen it help people face challenges, heal, and grow into their best selves.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gerrald Angeles

Gerrald Angeles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


“My approach is practical and individualized. I take time to understand your symptoms, history, treatment goals, and medication concerns before making recommendations.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julie Amoruso

Julie Amoruso

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Elk Grove, CA


“I offer medication management with supportive counseling for mental health care issues by virtual appointment and in-person appointments.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Seima Diaz

Dr. Seima Diaz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Anaheim, CA


“I combine insight with practical tools to create meaningful, measurable change in adolescents and adults.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
J. Paul Gatdula

J. Paul Gatdula

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I became drawn to psychiatry after seeing how often people felt rushed or unheard in the system, and I try to do things differently.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Karen Petren

Karen Petren

Therapist

Virtual • Marina Dl Rey, CA


My name is Karen and I have been working in mental health for 25 years. It is rewarding to witness my clients take charge of their lives and connect them to what they find most meaningful. Whether it’s listening, teaching new skills, or offering constructive feedback, I work closely with each person so they can find more joy in life.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christina Stelly

Christina Stelly

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Rafael, CA


“Helping people reclaim their mental health and quality of life is not just my profession — it is my purpose.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Divya Tilva

Divya Tilva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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 11 insurance carriers
Bonnie Merritt

Bonnie Merritt

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have worked for the last 18 years with a Spanish speaking population supporting healing around trauma and a variety of issues from prevention to severe and chronic suffering.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tammie Makely

Tammie Makely

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role isn't to fix you -- it's to work alongside you to quiet the noise, get curious about what's underneath, and help you reconnect with yourself and the people who matter most to YOU.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melissa Mott

Melissa Mott

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have experience working with diverse populations including children, families, adolescents, the unhoused, veterans, survivors of DV and sexual assault...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tameka Dyce

Tameka Dyce

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“My approach to care is thoughtful, collaborative, and evidence-based. I focus on understanding your unique history, symptoms, and goals before making recommendations.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Karen Molano

Dr. Karen Molano

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe true healing happens when people feel safe, seen, connected, and understood without judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beverly Ann Lunar

Beverly Ann Lunar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I firmly believe that effective mental health care requires absolute transparency, active collaboration, and treatments rooted in solid clinical evidence.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Personal Practitioners

Personal Practitioners

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“My treatment philosophy emphasizes both celebrating neurodivergent strengths and addressing genuine challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
William Haddad

William Haddad

Therapist

Virtual • Monrovia, CA


“I specialize in helping clients from the entertainment industry. I believe in providing a creative awareness approach that is tailored to each person's unique story.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Neydi Tovar

Neydi Tovar

Therapist

Virtual • California


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
Maria Martin

Maria Martin

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Maria — I work with teens, transitional-age youth (16–25), and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, and the impact of trauma, including interpersonal violence and sexual assault. I know reaching out for support takes courage, and I’m glad you’re here.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Emily Nguyen

Emily Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm especially passionate about supporting individuals within the LGBTQ+ community, first responders, as well as those working through trauma and self-esteem challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shara Ally

Shara Ally

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I practice what I call empathetic psychiatry: care that is both clinically thorough and deeply attuned to your emotional needs and personal story.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Favour Olekanma

Favour Olekanma

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I bring a holistic, patient-centered philosophy to everything I do — meaning I see you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis or a prescription.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chika Agulanna

Chika Agulanna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


“Chika's treatment approach is rooted in evidence based practice utilizing medication and psychotherapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nathan Silverman

Nathan Silverman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In most cases, what appears to be a flaw is neither simple nor inherent, but in time, reveals itself as an intelligible response, an adaptation to something rather than a deficiency or a brokenness.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Owen Akenzua

Owen Akenzua

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“I take a calm, down-to-earth approach, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and solution-focused strategies to help you build insight and create meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Wren

Jennifer Wren

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a California therapist, Veteran, and LGBTQ ally, I offer a welcoming space where you can speak freely without judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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