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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in San Mateo, CA

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

In San Mateo, Headway's trauma-informed providers use proven modalities including EMDR, CPT, and exposure therapy to support recovery from PTSD and acute stress. Access care flexibly with virtual or in-person sessions, and many clients save up to 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.

Noely Mendez

Noely Mendez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help clients feel understood, build practical coping tools, and move toward healing with compassion, clarity, and care.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Noelle Sladon

Noelle Sladon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I ask good questions, I listen more than I talk, and I help you build concrete skills between sessions — not just insight in the room.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tina Logan

Tina Logan

Therapist

Virtual • California


I provide clients with tools. discernment, and hope for the future. My sessions are supportive, helping to guide, and encourage you with a caring. compassionate, and non-judgmental approach. When you feel that your train has gotten off track, I will help you get back on track. Christian counseling is also available upon request.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roxana Khadjehnouri

Roxana Khadjehnouri

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, empathetic, and genuine, fostering a safe and supportive environment for my clients.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jessica Gomez

Jessica Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities to ensure that each client's unique needs are met, recognizing that no single approach fits all.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sloane Fowkes

Sloane Fowkes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that clients are the true experts in their own treatment and are the best narrators of their stories.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jude Ekenta

Jude Ekenta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My role is to help you make sense of what you're experiencing and create a clear path toward feeling more stable, focused, and in control.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Angel Aguilera M.D.

Dr. Angel Aguilera M.D.

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“Choosing the right psychiatrist is a deeply personal decision — and it deserves a provider who truly listens.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brooke Mullineaux

Brooke Mullineaux

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy can be a dedicated space where you feel safe to nurture yourself, heal at your own pace, and discover more about who you truly are.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Ziel

Lauren Ziel

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


You’re the one who holds it all together. On paper it’s working — the career, the relationships, the discipline. Underneath, you’re anxious, tired, and disconnected. Intellect, stamina, perfectionism and people-pleasing may have gotten you far — but now its part of a pattern that keeps you stuck.

I see driven, self-aware adults who are often the most capable person in the room despite (and because of) their bodies holding patterns of high-functioning anxiety, trauma, and depression.

The pattern lives within your nervous system — so this work includes the mind, body, and environment. Yes, we will explore your patterns & why they exist, AND we’ll notice them in your body, in real time. Coherence, parts work, Brainspotting, ART, EFT- different tools, one principle: change consolidates through experience, not just explanation.

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Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Fultz

Sarah Fultz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a certified Brainspotting practitioner, and I actively use CBT, DBT, ACT, Seeking Safety, Family Systems, & Mindfulness in session and throughout treatment.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kremena Dimitrova

Kremena Dimitrova

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe every person deserves to feel heard and understood. My goal is to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where we can work together to help you achieve lasting emotional wellness and improve your quality of life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nhat Ngo

Nhat Ngo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe a therapist's role is not to "fix" someone's problem(s) but rather to empower the individual to make changes that are best for him/her...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Dean

Lauren Dean

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you understand what you're feeling, step out of survival mode, quiet the self-doubt, and create space for peace and healing.”
Trauma, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Fajardo

Diana Fajardo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My philosophy is: we are shaped by our thoughts, emotions and behaviors therefore with time and effort change is always possible.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Trzeciak-Hardwick

Natalie Trzeciak-Hardwick

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the beauty of the therapeutic space is that there is safety to explore and own the story that has shaped who you are.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elaine Godoy

Elaine Godoy

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I take a down to earth and welcoming approach with all my clients. More than anything, I want all clients to feel safe and comfortable during their time with me.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Antionette Sob

Antionette Sob

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I’m Antionette Sob, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to empowering individuals to live fuller, more balanced lives. With over a decade of nursing experience and advanced training in mental health, I aim to provide safe, supportive, and compassionate care. I believe that everyone can heal and grow — sometimes we need the right tools and guidance.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Deborah Rivera

Deborah Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in helping adults and veterans navigate heavy burdens such as depression, anxiety, profound grief, trauma, and family substance abuse.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ann Eicker

Ann Eicker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you feel grounded, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change—whether you're adjusting to new challenges, navigating motherhood, or working through trauma.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Manqing He

Manqing He

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a counselor who have immersed herself in both the eastern culture and the western world, my practice focuses on adapting different school of therapy approaches with an emphasis on understanding each individual's complexity in the context of...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Elizabeth Khavkina

Elizabeth Khavkina

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • La Jolla, CA


“Elizabeth's therapeutic approach is a mixture of supportive therapy and motivational interviewing; she thoroughly evaluates your entire mental health in a way that makes you feel connected and supported, and provides you with positive energy,...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Saul Salmeron

Saul Salmeron

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about helping clients gain insight, create healthier relationships, and navigate difficult life transitions.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Yvonne Miller

Yvonne Miller

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and live a life worth celebrating.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elliot Horowitz

Elliot Horowitz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm here to listen without judgment and to help you make sense of what you're going through at your own pace.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Arley Lindberg

Arley Lindberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use an intuitive, relational, insight-oriented, and trauma informed approach pulling from 20 years of combined experience in social work and depth psychology.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wassana Vose

Wassana Vose

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I come to this work with curiosity about your unique story and a deep commitment to getting it right.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Abieyuwa Salami

Abieyuwa Salami

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Bernardino, CA


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for adults dealing with trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and alcohol use recovery.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Curtis Lehmann

Dr. Curtis Lehmann

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • West Covina, CA


“My biggest boast as a therapist is that I make people feel like I've been where they are, regardless if that's the brink of divorce, the mires of depression, or the self-defeating loop of addiction.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Naomi Kimmelman

Naomi Kimmelman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, person-centered, compassionate, and holistic; incorporating mind, body, spirit as well as considering community and cultural contexts...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chunichi David

Chunichi David

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered in your mental health journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lovinda Dabo

Lovinda Dabo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a decade of experience working with adults, teenagers, and couples facing depression, anxiety, life transitions, communication challenges and much more.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Hudson Blue

Jessica Hudson Blue

Therapist

Virtual • California


As an African American social worker educated in Alabama, I bring both cultural awareness and a deeply grounded, compassionate approach to my practice. My goal is to create a safe, affirming space where clients can explore their experiences, build resilience, and move toward meaningful change.

My style is collaborative, empathetic, and empowering—I believe in meeting clients where they are while helping them identify their strengths and develop practical tools for growth. I draw on evidence-based practices through a trauma-informed and person-centered lens, supporting clients in navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity, and recovery.

Having trained and practiced in diverse communities, I understand the importance of cultural context, lived experience, and social environment in shaping one’s well-being. Whether you’re seeking support for personal growth, healing from trauma, or strengthening coping strategies, I’m here to walk alongside you in the process of building a more balanced and fulfilling life.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vimal Patel

Vimal Patel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Santa Ana, CA


“I strive to create a welcoming, culturally sensitive environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to achieve better mental health and overall well-being.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nadia Cano

Nadia Cano

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is strength based. I will be using treatment models and interventions that are backed by research and tailored to clients' needs.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jackson Doyle

Jackson Doyle

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My treatment approach is integrative, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as CBT, ACT, EMDR and DBT, as well as depth and insight-oriented techniques from my training in psychodynamic practice.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Hadilaksono

Anna Hadilaksono

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pismo Beach, CA


“I use evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness-based techniques.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michal Cardarelli

Michal Cardarelli

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Michal delivers patient-centered and nonjudgemental care. Her comprehensive approach to optimal wellness includes assessing, evaluating, and managing the whole patient (mind, body, soul, spirit).”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Spalding

Barbara Spalding

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is 'nonjudgemental teamwork.' We utilize my skills and experience with your intimate knowledge of yourself to move you toward your goals of decreased stress and suffering, improved functioning and greater overall fulfillment.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of San Mateo, CA
There are over 30 therapists in San Mateo, CA accepting new patients.
30+
Average years in practice
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13 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 97%Trauma
  • 93%Stress management
  • 93%Depression
  • 87%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 53%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 50%Providence Health Plan
  • 43%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 43%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 7%French
  • 7%Hebrew
  • 7%Mandarin
  • 7%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 87%In-person or online
  • 13%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 60%Woman
  • 33%Man
  • 7%Non-binary
License types
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  • 53%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Clinical Psychologist
  • 10%Nurse Practitioner
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 97%Individual therapy
  • 27%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy
  • 23%Family therapy

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