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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.

Salma Shah

Salma Shah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“I'm a relational trauma psychotherapist specializing in healing from childhood attachment trauma and how we see ourselves and relate to other, breakups, divorce, and toxic abusive relationships.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Miller

Matthew Miller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Santa Barbara, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that good psychiatric care works best when people feel comfortable asking questions and fully understand their options.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dean Wright

Dean Wright

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I come with an existentialist approach to the therapeutic room which means I am trying to help my clients find meaning in the change they seek.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Derrick Harding

Derrick Harding

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is trauma-informed, client-centered, and grounded in cultural humility and social justice.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christine Barnett

Christine Barnett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Our work together will revolve around the essential philosophy that all beings can heal and succeed, no matter what adversity has come before.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Edith Gutierrez

Edith Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Bakersfield, CA


“I am dedicated to providing a safe and compassionate space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Grace Stirling

Grace Stirling

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Barbara, CA


“I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Exposure with Response Prevention Therapy to help you learn tools and coping skills so that you can better manage your anxiety, panic, OCD or other life stresses.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Eating disorders, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ross Farley

Ross Farley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see therapy as a partnership. Choosing to do something different is a conscious decision, and lasting change takes honest, consistent work.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cristine Vita

Cristine Vita

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm warm, collaborative, and not a "blank-slate therapist." I bring my whole authentic self in the hopes that you will too.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Iniguez-Corlew

Diana Iniguez-Corlew

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style of therapy is warm and interactive. I believe in treating every individual with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gillermina Alvarado

Gillermina Alvarado

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Gillermina Alvarado and I go by Mina. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Riverside, CA, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I received my Master's from the University of Phoenix and have been practicing for 9 years.

I work with young children, adolescents, young adults, and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, grief and loss, behavioral challenges, and life changes. My communication style is calm, accommodating, and personable — I want my clients to feel comfortable speaking with me about anything and feeling safe, and I pride myself on my ability to listen without judgment.

Above all, I believe that you are the expert of your own story, and that you have many strengths that will help you overcome what's challenging you. It takes courage to take the first steps toward change, and I'm here to support and empower you in that journey.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Megan Curtis

Megan Curtis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Visalia, CA


“I am committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel understood and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
William Jacob Kavanaugh

William Jacob Kavanaugh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My presence is warm and grounded, and my approach focuses on helping you make sense of your feelings and create a life that you feel good about.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jeff Schoenfeld

Jeff Schoenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“I believe that we are all, by large, good people, trying to lead good lives. I also believe that the good and the bad are intrinsically intertwined throughout our lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
William Dexter

William Dexter

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is William Dexter I am a LMFT licensed marriage family therapist. I am devoted to the health, well-being, and safety of clients and have lived a clean and sober lifestyle for over thirty years. My approach to therapy is to focus on relationships with yourself, with others, and with your Higher Power or GOD as you understand him. I believe the problem is not knowing who you are, and the solution is finding out who you are.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. John Evosevich

Dr. John Evosevich

Therapist

Virtual • California


J.M. Evosevich, PhD, LMFT, CADC, BCBA, RN is a licensed MFT specializing in individuals and couples. He has more than 30 years of experience working in healthcare and mental health with a specialization in couples therapy. He has successfully created individualized care for people with mental health and substance abuse disorders.

PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Katrinna Reyes

Katrinna Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work collaboratively with clients to help them build insight, develop coping skills, and navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and resilience.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mary Starks

Mary Starks

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Monica, CA


“A safe exploration into your most pressing concerns and preoccupations; a non-judgmental curious inquiry into where you have been and where you want to go.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Lester Summerfield

Dr. Lester Summerfield

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have developed the ability to adapt to the needs of each client and take an eclectic approach to each individual's needs.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Yvonne McNeal

Yvonne McNeal

Therapist

Virtual • California


“After each session, clients can expect to feel affirmed and understood, yet challenged to learn new behaviors, skills, and emotions to meets their goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Lorrie Herzberg

Lorrie Herzberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work as a companion and guide, offering direct, respectful, and non-judgmental support to help clients navigate challenges such as grief, trauma, serious illness, life transitions, and personal growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Ansell

Michelle Ansell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Healing doesn't happen by becoming someone new—it happens by learning to embrace every part of who you already are.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Krystal Handy

Krystal Handy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Dr. Handy specializes in treatment of: survivors of trauma, residual impact of the BIPOC (i.e., Black, Indigenous, People of Color) communities, Christians that practice or struggle with their practice of the faith, and those "of any ethnicity"...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Anthea Orlando

Anthea Orlando

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and empathic. For the first few sessions, I may ask a number of questions, but will later allow the client to process their own narrative.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Madeleine Campbell

Madeleine Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'll help you cultivate a new relationship with yourself that's rooted in groundedness and self-compassion.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Loy

Patricia Loy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach each client with warmth and curiosity. I offer compassion, empathy, and unconditional positive regard to each individual I see.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sarah Cable

Sarah Cable

Therapist

Virtual • California


As an Asian American growing up overseas, I bring cultural considerations and my multicultural experiences into the therapy process.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Maya Holmes

Maya Holmes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I love providing a safe and brave space for those who are navigating grief, trauma, depression, life transitions, identity, and inherited legacy burdens.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ermelinda Garza

Ermelinda Garza

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello,

I’m Ermelinda, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 10+ years of experience in providing therapy to adults, children, and adolescents. Do you feel stuck, tired, and not being able to function in your daily life? Are you struggling to balance work, relationships, and life? Many times, we experience loss, grief, anxiety, stress, and depression. I look forward to helping you in your journey to healing. Life is hard and sometimes all you need is just a push.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Helena Ma

Dr. Helena Ma

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Helena. As a queer Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, art therapist, and certified Christ-centered counselor, I offer a compassionate, culturally nuanced space for whole-person healing. I provide therapy in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. I specialise in supporting LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals navigating identity, relationships, and emotional growth. By blending creative process, empathy, and deep cultural understanding, I help you reconnect with your authentic voice, build self-reliance, and live more fully.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Olivia Karapanian

Olivia Karapanian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to have a place to talk through their experiences and find their path with myself to challenge, encourage and problem solve with them.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Kelsey Shogren

Dr. Kelsey Shogren

Psychologist

Virtual • Albany, CA


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, warm, and authentic. As a CBT therapist, I will work with you to develop practical strategies that fit your needs.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Women's issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aaron Capen

Aaron Capen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Murrieta, CA


“Clients can expect safety and acceptance, not judgment. I also want each person I meet to feel seen and heard.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marissa Torres

Marissa Torres

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Currently facilitate group psychotherapy with the Young Adult population, as well as conduct structured CPT treatment for patients diagnosed with PTSD.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zoe Avalon

Zoe Avalon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I recognize that people are incredibly unique and they have freedom of choice in all aspects of lifestyle, personal relationship and family arrangement.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marc Kitano

Marc Kitano

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My clients often tell me that my personality is disarming, yet helpful in exploring what suits them.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ruthie Ayzenberg

Ruthie Ayzenberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I think of therapy as your mental wellness gym-- a safe protected space where you can set goals, learn about yourself, get active, practice new skills, experiment with new behaviors, challenge yourself, reward yourself, and transform.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Lauren Chew

Lauren Chew

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced specific or prolonged trauma, mental health struggles, navigating healthy relationships...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristina Radnoti

Kristina Radnoti

Therapist

Virtual • California


We often seek therapy when we're ready for change and part of our life has become unbalanced. A feeling of discontent, depression, or anxiety may have lasted a lifetime, or may have been initiated by a transitional change, such as loss of a relationship or career, or a yearning to grow beyond where we have been stuck. I welcome all parts of you, and will meet you where you are at in the journey towards wholeness.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jeffrey Millstone

Jeffrey Millstone

Therapist

Virtual • Ventura, CA


“I am an active participant in your therapy. I create a warm and supportive environment that makes it comfortable for you to share the difficulties you are experiencing.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 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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