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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in San Luis Obispo, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in San Luis Obispo, CA

Healing from acute stress, complex trauma, and PTSD is possible with the right therapeutic support. Headway offers San Luis Obispo clients access to 7,856 providers trained in Exposure Therapy, Written Exposure Therapy, and other evidence-based trauma treatment modalities, with many offering free initial consultations.

Aryeh Lazar

Aryeh Lazar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, insightful, and collaborative. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), drawing from other evidence-based approaches when useful.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Gandy

Melissa Gandy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I meet you where you are and offer a space grounded in acceptance, compassion, and respect as we work together toward positive change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Luna Lv

Luna Lv

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a particular interest in supporting first-generation immigrants and Chinese and other Asian professionals as they navigate cultural expectations, family responsibilities, identity, and life in the United States.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jessica Raybon

Jessica Raybon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I became a therapist because I discovered the profound impact therapy had in my life, and I wanted to offer others that same supportive place during life's challenges.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janelle Vaughan

Janelle Vaughan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner based in California, and I built my practice around being a true advocate for the people I work with. I trained in both medication management and therapy, and I find that care is most effective when those two things work together. Whether you are managing a mood disorder, navigating anxiety or depression, or figuring out the right psychiatric medications, I take time to understand you as a whole person, not just a list of symptoms. My goal is for every client to feel genuinely heard, supported, and in control of their own mental health journey.

PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mitchell Guss

Mitchell Guss

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'd like to guide you to a life you feel excited about and nourished by... I can be your companion who provides you with the space and tools to heal from your past, ground yourself in the present, and manifest a future beyond what you even knew you...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennique Simplice

Jennique Simplice

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Jenn is a dedicated and compassionate provider who makes the safety and wellbeing of her patient a top priority, she serves patients of all age populations.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ana Vazquez

Ana Vazquez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to work through your struggles and build the life you want.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Megan Hearne

Megan Hearne

Therapist

Virtual • Castro Valley, CA


Hi! I've been in practice since 2011 and will tell everyone I meet that I LOVE my job! I love helping people understand themselves better, finding answers to questions, and sharing the moment when someone says "So THAT'S why that happens!" I love helping people unhook from beliefs that have brought debilitating guilt and shame. I love celebrating success with someone who has taken a risk, challenged their fears, and come out the other side victorious!

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Eleanor Raymond

Eleanor Raymond

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi I'm Eleanor! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and New Mexico. I am passionate about empowering people to build self-trust and self-acceptance. Most of my clients come to therapy because they want to make a change or cope with a change that they did not choose.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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
Alexandra Pullen

Alexandra Pullen

Therapist

Virtual • California


My goal is to create a space where you feel seen, understood, and supported. I believe mental wellness is an essential part of overall health, and that healing begins by moving from survival to thriving through nervous system regulation, processing past experiences, and strengthening the mind-body connection. Meaningful change and healing happens within a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, authenticity, and collaboration. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, addiction, performance anxiety, work-related stress... or simply feeling overwhelmed by life's demands, we'll work together to build insight, process difficult experiences when appropriate, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Robert Ryan

Robert Ryan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Agoura Hills, CA


I veiw the path of a human life span, as each of us interact and peerceives the environment around us in our own unique way. My goal is to help clients look at their options, evaluate choices towarda healthier outcome. My work has involved in helping clients toward building better communication between couples, family members, and individual relationships. It is my belief that counseling / psychotherapy can provide a safe place where personal challenges can be processed, and finding choices toward enhancing the quality of life and improve relationships.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Janet Nelson

Janet Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a California, Connecticut, and South Dakota licensed therapist who is trained in EMDR and specializes in treating trauma.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alexandra Stobaugh

Alexandra Stobaugh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am just another imperfect human doing my best to show up for others I encounter on their life's journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Monee Brown

Monee Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often describe me as compassionate, honest, and empowering. That's exactly what I'm going for.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gretchen Genato

Gretchen Genato

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My hope is that each session leaves clients feeling understood, supported, and empowered with tools to manage challenges and build lasting wellness.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ann Taylor

Ann Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a real, human conversation rather than a clinical appointment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Franklin Smith

Franklin Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Through my empathic and empowering approach, my goal is for clients to develop the capacity to tolerate the expression of painful feelings...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Yasmin Rehman

Yasmin Rehman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. You can expect a mix of gentle questions, active listening, and thoughtful guidance.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rebecca Chenier

Rebecca Chenier

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Rebecca's aim is to always provide a comfortable and secure environment where clients can freely address the obstacles...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Susan Pelletier

Susan Pelletier

Therapist

Virtual • California


Are you an adult feeling stuck after difficult experiences, a major life change, or a season of self-doubt? I support adults working through trauma, life transitions, stress, and questions of identity and self-worth. Together, we can make space for what you have been carrying and reconnect with your strengths. I believe you are capable of healing and building a life that feels meaningful to you. My role is to listen with care, meet you where you are, and help you discover what works for your whole self.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mayra Plascencia

Mayra Plascencia

Therapist

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“I believe that healing happens when you feel safe enough to be fully seen, without judgment, pressure, or the need to "have it all together."”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Dominguez

Jessica Dominguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a bilingual, Spanish-speaking Chicana therapist, and I'm passionate about helping others reconnect and reclaim their power and resilience...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandy Bergreen Brown

Brandy Bergreen Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have an eclectic style, work from a psychodynamic, and strengths-based approach to empower Clients to utilize their own unique strengths and abilities to cope.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Anne Pugh

Anne Pugh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm not here to push gratitude or silver linings. I'm here to help you process what's actually happening and build something more sustainable on the other side, with caring support along the way.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Hartmann

Sarah Hartmann

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is relational, warm and trauma-informed. I meet you where you are, working with the body–mind connection to gently explore old wounds...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kelly Haven

Kelly Haven

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work in the belief that we each have everything we need to achieve a fulfilled and successful life already present within us; sometimes we just need a little help accessing it.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Victoria Clark

Victoria Clark

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cameron Park, CA


“My goal is to help you to obtain your goals, face difficult times, and live your life to the fullest.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stacey Downing

Stacey Downing

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a holistic approach to therapy. I am here to help you with a mind/body/spirit approach to your own personal healing and wellness.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Max Friedman

Max Friedman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“People who've worked with me describe a calming presence — a sense of safety to go to the harder places.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sonya Adams

Sonya Adams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that a strong therapeutic alliance between a client and their therapist is key to success in therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Karen Piekarski

Karen Piekarski

Therapist

Virtual • California


With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I am passionate about guiding individuals on their journey to balance, mindfulness and joy. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with diverse populations and addressing a wide range of mental health challenges. This journey has reinforced my belief that each person's path to well-being is unique and deserves a personalized approach.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alejandro Sigala

Alejandro Sigala

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach with new clients is generally meeting you where you're at. I believe you are the expert in your life; and I am just the guide...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Silvia Vaughn

Silvia Vaughn

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I provide a supportive, open, and compassionate space where clients feel heard, respected, and understood.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Casey Rath

Casey Rath

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you feel comfortable being yourself, gain practical tools, and make meaningful, lasting changes.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alba Hernandez

Alba Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard while also helping you build practical skills that create lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kati Coggin

Kati Coggin

Therapist

Virtual • California


With more than 20 years of experience, I have helped adults, children, and families navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change. I hold both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Social Work and believe there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I see therapy as a partnership, where you set the direction and I provide support, guidance, and encouragement along the way.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kimberly Heath

Kimberly Heath

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My style is collaborative, holistic, and patient-centered. I aim to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard and empowered in their treatment journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tisha Langley

Tisha Langley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, direct, practical, grounded and occasionally funny. Therapy with me is a real conversation, not a clinical checklist or a series of quiet nods that leave you wondering.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of San Luis Obispo, CA
There are over 24 therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA accepting new patients.
24+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 96%Anxiety
  • 96%Trauma
  • 92%Relationship issues
  • 88%Depression
  • 83%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 67%Cigna
  • 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 58%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 46%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 4%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
License types
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  • 79%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 13%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 4%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 96%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 25%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy

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