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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in San Francisco, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in San Francisco, CA

Headway provides accessible trauma and PTSD therapy across San Francisco's diverse neighborhoods including the Mission, Financial District, and Sunset District. Work with providers trained in Exposure Therapy, Relaxation Training, and DBT skills to process trauma and rebuild stability.

Gina Muro

Gina Muro

Therapist

Virtual • California


I graduated from Fresno Pacific University-Biblical Seminary in 2014 and obtained my license as a LMFT in 2018. My experience has been working with children, adolescents, families (4 years) and adults (11.5 Years). I have 11.5 years' experience with co-occurring disorders to include severe mental illness and trauma. I have utilized but not limited to the following evidence practices and modalities -ACT, Strength-Base, Family psychoeducation, DBT, CBT, and person centered. I am currently expanding my education/training in Internal Family Systems.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Taylor Alderson

Taylor Alderson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create an empathic space for self-reflection and acceptance resulting in transformed relationship to self and others.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Sonia Kazandjian

Dr. Sonia Kazandjian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide support for adults dealing with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, and major life changes, all within a compassionate and warm therapeutic setting.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sybil Stafford

Dr. Sybil Stafford

Therapist

Virtual • Stockton, CA


“I've worked with at risk populations who seem to be misunderstood whether you're a victim of crime or a veteran coping with PTSD.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Phillip Yao

Phillip Yao

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a pretty casual and laid back guy who enjoys nerdy hobbies such as video games, Dungeons and Dragons and anime.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Vickie Medina

Vickie Medina

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should feel safe, collaborative, and empowering. Supporting emotional healing and identity development is deeply meaningful to me.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mayra Zacarias

Mayra Zacarias

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I tend to be direct but warm — I'll challenge you when it's helpful, and I'll always do it with care.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jendayi Ford

Jendayi Ford

Therapist

Virtual • California


Listen.... Life happens and it's during the tough and difficult times that as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I'm here to offer a safe space of affirmation.... and accountability

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adilene Alaniz

Adilene Alaniz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about creating a supportive space where clients feel understood, respected, and empowered to make meaningful change.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Phillip Guttmann

Phillip Guttmann

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


I specialize in helping clients navigating trauma, anxiety, panic disorder, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, grief, & much more. I earned my MSW from New York University in 2011 and have worked as a forensic social worker in NYC at The Legal Aid Society & have also worked with Gay Men's Health Crisis, Services for the Underserved, Footsteps & Office of the Appellate Defender. I moved to Los Angeles in 2017 and have been in private practice since 2018.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Judy Marquez

Judy Marquez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a client-centered process, and I am dedicated to tailoring our sessions to meet your needs and goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andria Del Real

Andria Del Real

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a warm, supportive space where you feel comfortable being yourself and working toward meaningful, lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Imani Francis

Imani Francis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a Black cisgender woman, I bring lived experience and genuine cultural understanding to my work — especially with BIPOC clients, women of color, and LGBTQIA+ individuals who are looking for a therapist who truly gets it without needing an...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joyce Tanner

Joyce Tanner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe every person has the capacity to heal, grow, and rediscover who they are—even after life's most difficult experiences.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gail Kakishita

Gail Kakishita

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that therapy works best when the connection between the client and therapist is genuine & strong.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Fernandez

Elizabeth Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am committed to providing compassionate trauma-informed care that will empower your growth and joy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lauren Lee

Dr. Lauren Lee

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I'm warm, genuinely curious, and I ask a lot of questions — not because I'm following a script, but because the details matter.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alina Halonen

Alina Halonen

Therapist

Virtual • West Hollywood, CA


“Having navigated my own recovery and healing journey, I know that insight alone doesn't always create change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adrianna Valdez

Adrianna Valdez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I blend the practical tools of CBT and Solution-Focused therapy with attachment and mindfulness approaches to help you regulate stress and shift unhelpful patterns.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brenda Way

Brenda Way

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Castaic, CA


“My first priority is to create a safe enough space for you to talk to me without fear of being judged.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Coulibaly

Julie Coulibaly

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, I provide a supportive and nonjudgemental space for clients. I have experience working with individuals with a trauma/PTSD experience. My approach is in helping clients build insight with compassion. I believe therapy is a space to help an individual grow and heal.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Maxine Kibble-Cacioppo

Maxine Kibble-Cacioppo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role as your therapist is to create a safe and supportive environment during our sessions to foster trust and facilitate change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cameron Lewis

Cameron Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help individuals and couples heal and move forward and learn skills to feel more confident, connected, and emotionally secure.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
John Peres

John Peres

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I believe therapy should be both healing and practical—not simply a place to talk, but a place to gain insight, learn effective skills, and create lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marissa Mcconnachie

Marissa Mcconnachie

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that genuine emotional growth takes root when we blend structured, evidence-based practices with a deeply authentic human connection.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michael Times

Michael Times

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting adults, teens, and families in medical, community mental health, and addiction treatment settings. I’ve worked with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. I bring a calm, supportive, and down‐to‐earth style to therapy so clients feel safe and understood. I also teach social work and sociology at the university level, which keeps me grounded in current research and best practices. Most importantly, I care about meeting you where you are and helping you move toward meaningful change.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Natalie Itkin

Dr. Natalie Itkin

Psychologist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I blend structured approaches like CBT with insight-oriented and relational work, because no two paths to healing look the same.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachana Homagain

Rachana Homagain

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I bring my 15+ years of experience in emergency and behavioral health, my empathy, and my lived experience to my patients.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mahnoosh Berkey

Mahnoosh Berkey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in systemic thinking, recognizing the connection between individuals and their relationships.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rosealinda Carrillo

Rosealinda Carrillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about decolonizing therapy and creating a space that honors culture, identity, and the intersection of both.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aviva Malek

Aviva Malek

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Aviva, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Life can become difficult when stress, burnout, relationship problems, body image concerns, or past experiences begin to affect your daily life. Sometimes people seek therapy because they are exhausted from trying to manage everything on their own. I believe in working together to create solutions that will give a different perspective or a way to break patterns that no longer work for them. I have experience with patterns that no longer suit you and have learned methods to work through them.

Trauma, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shabnam Janet Janani

Shabnam Janet Janani

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that every person carries strengths within them, even during the most difficult moments, and part of my role is helping uncover those strengths...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Valerie Murphy

Valerie Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Valerie specializes in helping clients shift patterns that no longer serve them—including the deep-rooted belief of not feeling good enough—and works collaboratively to build a more compassionate, grounded sense of self.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management
Energetic, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lizbeth Benavides

Lizbeth Benavides

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and resilience, regardless of where they are in their journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Erin Spittal

Erin Spittal

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy with me is part understanding yourself, part learning new skills, and part finally talking about the things you've been carrying around in your head.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marsha McDonald

Marsha McDonald

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe that effective mental health care should be a partnership, and I work with each client to develop an individualized treatment plan that supports their mental and emotional well-being.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shirli Libet

Shirli Libet

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a warm, private space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to process what's been weighing on you without judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Madison Allen

Madison Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Arcadia, CA


“I enjoy incorporating creativity, games, conversation, and other interactive approaches when appropriate, whether I'm working with children, adolescents, adults, or families.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shocka Heights

Shocka Heights

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is rooted in trauma-informed care, cultural humility, community, joy, healing, and the belief that our stories deserve to be heard and honored.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Isobel Marcus

Isobel Marcus

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is grounded in humor, honesty, and authenticity. I believe therapy works best when there's trust and a good client-therapist fit.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of San Francisco, CA
There are over 59 therapists in San Francisco, CA accepting new patients.
59+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 97%Trauma
  • 92%Stress management
  • 92%Depression
  • 88%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 92%Aetna
  • 53%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 47%Providence Health Plan
  • 46%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 34%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 14%Spanish
  • 3%French
  • 3%Hebrew
  • 3%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 86%In-person or online
  • 14%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 69%Woman
  • 25%Man
  • 5%Non-binary
License types
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  • 56%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 15%Clinical Psychologist
  • 15%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 31%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 24%Family therapy
  • 17%Couples therapy

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