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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in San Diego, CA
Find trauma and PTSD support in San Diego with 7,363 licensed providers trained in evidence-based therapies like EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure. Sessions are available virtually or in-person with flexible scheduling, and Headway accepts insurance to help reduce your out-of-pocket costs.
“I offer a trauma-informed, attachment centered approach, grounded in curiosity, authenticity and genuine human connection.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Her goal is that the client experiences a safe, non-judgmental place in the therapeutic relationship where they can work through their "stuff" in their own personal journey of healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“Direct, Warm, Inquisitive and Critical questions that are focused on identity development in the family individual or couple system.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that therapy should be a safe, collaborative space where clients feel empowered to make decisions that most align with their values and needs.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“As a person who identifies and presents as a member of multiple marginalized communities including black women, queer community and immigrants...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“In our work, we slow things down and listen more closely—to your body, your emotions, and your intuition.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I am passionate about the power of the therapeutic process and helping individuals and families find hope and healing. Together, we will set goals and work towards achieving them - all at a pace that works best for you.
I specialize in working with adults, adolescents and families living with depression, anxiety, trauma, and challenges in relationships. I have significant experience working in higher levels of care settings and with folks navigating suicidal ideation and self-harm.
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I create an environment where you can face your discomfort without judgment. You will be able to work through your deepest fears, biggest traumas, and hardest decisions in my office.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“My approach is active, collaborative, and deeply grounded in the present moment. I believe therapy should be more than just a place to vent; it should be a strategic partnership where you reclaim your life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I am an eclectic therapist, integrating techniques from different therapeutic approaches to best meet the unique needs of each client.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that no one should have to face life's challenges alone and that everyone deserves support.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My clients often comment on my conversational style of therapy, and that I am very easy to connect with.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hello, and welcome! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in San Diego, CA. I specialize in helping individuals overcome the lasting effects of childhood experiences, as well as present traumas they may be facing. I have worked with adults, children and families in a variety of settings. I have provided space for people during the toughest of life transitions while teaching them tools to cope with the overwhelming emotions of grief and trauma. I’d like to be there for you too!
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, and co-occurring substance use disorders.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“For over 20 years I have been working with women and men that have been victims of abusive relationships in childhood and their adult life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“In therapy, we will discuss your past experience and develop practical and effective strategies to help you move out of stress and anxiety.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Together in a safe environment we will work mindfully in the here and now, looking back at your history when we need to...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“As a Latina attachment based therapist, I hold space for those navigating the complexity of identity, belonging, and connection.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I work from a trauma focused lens and utilize an Internal Family Systems (IFS) framework, as well as some EMDR and somatic training, to support clients to explore their many protective or exiled parts and strengthen Self-identity...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I provide a trauma-informed, whole-person approach that integrates somatic work and mindfulness to support deep and lasting healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field (12 in private practice). I work with individuals ages 3 and up, as well as couples. I am trauma informed, a certified clinical supervisor, and EMDR trained (currently not accepting EMDR patients). I hold a plethora of CEUs in mental health disorders and have owned my own practice for several years, offering in person and telehealth services.
CSUB BA Psychology 2002
CSUB Master of Social Work 2004
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“Integration is a core value of my therapeutic approach, and I enjoy blending aspects of somatic therapy, Polyvagal theory, Internal Family Systems "parts" work, Somatic Experiencing, and Brainspotting.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“In our sessions, clients can expect to gain practical mindfulness tools, a strong sense of accountability, and a deeper understanding of their own mental health.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Grief, desperation, and self-inflicted suffering brought me to the point of reaching out for help many years ago and soon the seas began to calm.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My goal is for you to leave with a clearer understanding of your mental health, a personalized plan for moving forward, and tools you can use right away to manage symptoms.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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“I specialize in helping adults with anxiety, depression, or ADHD when medications haven't worked well or have caused unwanted side effects.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I have over 40 years of experience working with individuals and children experiencing depression, grief and life challenges.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Mark is a supportive, perceptive and skilled therapist, offering a safe therapeutic space, and capable of being fully present with his clients.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I blend evidenced-based approaches steeped in acceptance and non-avoidance, with kindness, humor, art/creativity, and a DIY/punk ethos to empower commitments to growth and change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My belief is that the client is the expert on their lives, working collaboratively as their co-pilot when approaching mental health.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I genuinely like people, have always love to help ,
Will take my clients through the therapeutic process, with empathy and care for their experience in therapy to be a positive one.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I will meet you in these difficult places and we will walk together, helping you break through to find hope, power, connection and energy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I prioritize creating a space where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood without judgement.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Many of my clients are high-achieving teens and adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, burnout, or patterns around alcohol or substance use.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have navigated a wide range of life events—from adolescence to college, complex relationships, infertility, pregnancy, perimenopause, menopause, the impact of COVID, being a first responder, racial discrimination, and career transitions.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I firmly believe that consistent effort and a willingness to work on oneself can lead to the changes you desire.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety disorders, OCD, phobias, and trauma.
You can visit my website for more information: https://www.thiwlodarskilmft.com
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“As an interactive therapist I use an integration of complimentary approaches, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client.”
Trauma, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I have trainings in trauma-focused therapies and can hold space even for the most sensitive and personal experiences people have lived.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I want all of my clients to strenghten their personal development tools so that eventually they can become more self-aware and self-correcting.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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