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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Santa Maria, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Santa Maria, CA

Struggling with intrusive memories, nightmares, or avoidance after trauma? Headway's Santa Maria network includes providers specializing in PTSD treatment using trauma-focused CBT, EMDR, and emotion regulation skills. Sessions are flexible, often covered by insurance, and you can connect with the right provider for your healing journey.

Kabirat Oyenuga

Kabirat Oyenuga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe that when mental health struggles go unaddressed, everything else in life suffers — and that healing is not only possible, it's necessary.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ade Ogunade

Ade Ogunade

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a mental health clinician, my goal is to help provide insight into current situations of my clients while helping to create and teach wellness skills aimed at reducing and or alleviating distress ensued by unpleasant feelings and thought...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lisa Wenninger

Dr. Lisa Wenninger

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with individual adults and certain families who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, sad, lonely, sensitive, anxious, or defeated. If you're feeling heavy by everything going on, or feeling frantic, or having conflict in your relationships or are just feeling lost in any way, I would love to see if I can help! I also work with family units going through transition or strain, such as conflict between a parent and their adult child, or supporting parents who are experiencing difficult things with their child or teen.

I have a lot of experience helping people through loss, whether it's a breakup, losing a job, or a loved one - including loss of a pet, which is a specialty of mine. I have special interest in supporting other therapists, and also community organizers and activists who are engaged in social justice work. Many of my clients are trans or NB, and others are gay, lesbian, or queer. Poly and kink affirming.

I offer telehealth services to clients in California, Idaho, Washington, or Virginia.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gina Digiacomo

Gina Digiacomo

Therapist

Virtual • Anaheim, CA


“To empower people by building each individual a personal tool box with all the strategies and coping skills needed and appropriate to each persons situation, circumstance, personal growth and relationships.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Elsa Quintanilla

Elsa Quintanilla

Therapist

Virtual • Kingsburg, CA


“For the past 18 years, I've been dedicated to practicing psychotherapy. As both a practitioner and a lifelong student of depth psychotherapy, I strive to embrace the whole person—emotionally, physically, and spiritually.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sean Richards

Sean Richards

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will challenge you in a warm yet effective environment. My clients have described me as the love and support they need.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jeff J Garcia

Jeff J Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space in both English and Spanish where you can feel truly heard and empowered.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Diana Garcia

Diana Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of social work experience and 5 years of experience as a psychotherapist. My experience ranges from treating children ages 5 and older to treating geriatric individuals aged 70+. I am a bilingual, Latina therapist and I conduct therapy in both English and Spanish. I have worked in a variety of settings including community mental health and private practice treating a range of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, co-occurring disorders, and more. Much of my work has been focused on working with the Latino community in Southern California as well as disadvantaged communities of color.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Vanessa Baron

Vanessa Baron

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I identify as a first-generation Latina, cisgender woman. I'm passionate about working with BIPOC families, and individuals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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
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

About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD in Santa Maria, CA

Number of therapists serving Santa Maria, CA
There are over 7,827 therapists in Santa Maria, CA accepting new patients.
7,827+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 93%Trauma
  • 88%Stress management
  • 83%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 78%Cigna
  • 76%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 64%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 17%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%Tagalog
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 11%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 11%Nurse Practitioner
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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