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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Studio City, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Studio City, CA

Trauma recovery in Studio City is within reach with Headway's compassionate providers trained in trauma-focused approaches including CPT, EMDR, and Exposure Therapy. We work with your insurance to make care affordable—many clients pay as low as $0 per session. Access support for PTSD symptoms like flashbacks, emotional numbness, and hypervigilance through flexible scheduling.

Magda Herrera

Magda Herrera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Hermosa Beach, CA


Hi, I'm Magda. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's degree from Antioch University Los Angeles. I'm a culturally sensitive Latina therapist who is passionate about helping people better understand themselves and the challenges they're facing. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or feeling stuck in life, we'll work together to uncover patterns, build insight, and strengthen your confidence. I believe meaningful change can happen when you feel truly seen and understood.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Racheal Ennis

Racheal Ennis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Manhattan Beach, CA


“I believe a healthy therapeutic experience can foster a genuine, honest and authentic relationship that can help us become aware of ourselves in the world, heal from our past, cope with our present, and foster a healthy future.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chiwon Zdanovich

Chiwon Zdanovich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Sierra Madre, CA


“I value guiding and empowering clients to dive deep into their experiences to gain insights that target and heal problems at their root to gain relief.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sarah Scheidler

Sarah Scheidler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Sierra Madre, CA


“I believe deeply in the power of the therapeutic relationship and the possibility of post-traumatic growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Bahar Payandeh

Dr. Bahar Payandeh

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I take an inquisitive approach to therapy where we explore patterns and challenges while also encouraging my patients to take meaningful steps towards the goals they set for themselves.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tracy Taris

Tracy Taris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Newhall, CA


“I teach my clients how to apply what they learn in session to their real life. The majority of healing takes place between therapy sessions.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Andrea Portillo

Andrea Portillo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Covina, CA


Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist with a passion for walking alongside my clients toward a more fulfilling life. I graduated from Azusa Pacific University with my Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. I use various modalities such as CBT, REBT, Person-Centered, or a combination of approaches and techniques while working with my clients. I can also provide services in Spanish and offer Christian spiritual integration upon request.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carla De Beaumont

Carla De Beaumont

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Stevenson Ranch, CA


“I specialize in working with high-achieving women who appear successful on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or quietly exhausted beneath the surface.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Charlene Azonwu

Charlene Azonwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Gardena, CA


“Calm, empathetic, Listening to patients and providing the best quality care including the use of medication management.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Aaron Kellogg

Aaron Kellogg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Valencia, CA


“Aaron believes life-changing therapy stems from the union of evidence-based practices appropriately applied to client's lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madison Allen

Madison Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Arcadia, CA


“I use attachment-based therapy and play therapy to create a safe, supportive space where children and young adults feel understood and connected.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Almog Shanun

Almog Shanun

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Monrovia, CA


  • I believe therapy is one of the greatest gifts that we can give to ourselves. It is an opportunity to explore and learn about the mysteries of our inner self. When I am working with a client both of us discover a vast new world that waits to unfold. I studied at Pacifica Graduate Institute, a graduate school dedicated to discovering the inner contents of the self and the secrets of the archetypes of our humanity. I believe in working with my clients face to face, together, by sharing a journey in order to learn about the hardships of today while gaining knowledge about past and present experiences. I believe in and encourage my client’s strength and ability to solve their own problems and become the healers of their own wounds. I work as a guide and as a fellow traveler in your journey toward self discovery. With every step we take toward discovery, I work hand in hand with my clients, letting them lead in finding the sources of their suffering and their capability to heal them. Treatment Modalities: Person Centered Therapy, Post Jungian, Family Systems, Trauma Theory, Sex Therapy, and working within the Feminine Principle. I work with LGBTQ community and with all kind of diversity. At Eye Of The Storm counseling I specialize with Adolescents, Adults, Relationships, Individuation, Immigration, Life Changes, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Sexual Issues, Personal Growth and Development, Life Style issues, and Court referrals.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

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Dr. Glenna Anderson

Dr. Glenna Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Torrance, CA


When I was a kid, I often got in trouble for being too loud with asking questions and calling adults out on things that didn’t seem fair to me. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been an advocate of some kind. A career in social work, then, made total sense to me when I discovered the field as an undergraduate at San Jose State.

Two more degrees and a license later, I still carry the spirit of that little girl, fighting for the underserved. I have a long history of diagnosing and treating adults with severe and chronic mental illness. I take my work very seriously and it’s important to me to help my clients heal, grow, and thrive.

My clients seek my services as a way to recuperate from lifetimes of overworking themselves into worthiness. I guide them toward unlearning the things that taught them they weren’t enough. I give them the tools they need to create wellness and wholeness in a way that’s unique to who they are.

Through my private practice and my brand, Therapy is a Lifestyle, I want to help you see yourself in new ways - without the lens of your trauma. I specialize in anxiety disorders, EMDR, and other trauma-informed approaches to help you do that.

Let’s take the journey toward your recovery, together. Being here is your first step!

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lakana Nicolas

Lakana Nicolas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Pasadena, CA


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps individuals and couples navigate life’s more difficult and complex experiences. I specialize in supporting patients in understanding how past experiences impact present-day challenges, so they can move toward a more fulfilling, authentic, and connected life.

PTSD, Trauma, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Courtney Harden

Courtney Harden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“As a therapist you can expect that I will meet you where you are. I will walk alongside you on this journey of wellness.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Robert Ryan

Robert Ryan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • 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
Melissa Suard

Melissa Suard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Simi Valley, CA


“My approach is supportive, practical, and strength based. I draw from CBT, DBT skills, and EMDR to help clients manage stress, reduce negative self-talk, build emotional awareness, and improve relationships.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Mason

Carolyn Mason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“I believe in providing a safe, comfortable, professional environment where individuals, couples, families, and children can work on issues that are interfering with their lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amaka Anyaoha

Amaka Anyaoha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Gardena, CA


“My style is warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental, with an emphasis on building trust and creating a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to participate actively in their care.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sheila Kelly

Sheila Kelly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I believe the quality of the relationship between therapist and client is an essential healing component of therapy and provides the foundation from which growth and self-healing occurs.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Liezel Lauguico

Liezel Lauguico

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Westlake Village, CA


“With a deep commitment to helping adults heal from childhood trauma, my work is rooted in empathy, compassion, and dedication.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Raegan Hesse

Raegan Hesse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Redondo Beach, CA


“I empower my clients through a compassionate approach to healing, and I believe that real change starts with self-reflection and self-compassion.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Joe Vivo

Dr. Joe Vivo

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Arcadia, CA


I work primarily with children, adolescents, and families to promote growth and change. With over 25 years of experience in youth mental health and 11 years as a licensed psychologist, I support clients dealing with issues at home and school settings, disturbances in mood such as anxiety, depression, or anger, attention problems, behavior/conduct problems, family conflict, and autism.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Iris King

Iris King

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Whittier, CA


“My goal is to help my clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves by exploring the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and body.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Patricia Harvey

Patricia Harvey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I'm often described as warm, personable, and easy to talk to, and I sometimes use gentle humor to help create comfort and connection in our sessions.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Martin Olivares

Martin Olivares

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Westlake Village, CA


“His approach is thoughtful, relational, and culturally responsive, based on the belief that lasting change becomes possible when people feel deeply understood and supported as they explore previously unrecognized aspects of themselves.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jade Dearing

Jade Dearing

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Westlake Village, CA


Trauma-Informed. I specialize in treating adults with unresolved childhood traumas / C-PTSD. I deeply understand how early life experiences shape present-day struggles—I specialize in helping people heal from those roots, not just manage surface-level symptoms.

I am trained in powerful, evidence-based and experiential modalities like EMDR, IFS-informed parts work, Emotionally Focused Therapy, the Safe and Sound Protocol, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy. Not one-size-fits-all—I tailor treatment to each individual’s nervous system, attachment patterns, and inner world.

Most importantly, I show up as a therapist: I provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where clients can be fully seen, heard, and validated. I understand that reaching out for help can feel overwhelming, and I meet clients with compassion, patience, and respect for their pace.

I am committed to helping clients work through inner emotional conflicts so they can move toward a more stable, fulfilling, and connected life—not just symptom relief, but real, lasting transformation.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Dr. Anthony Odozi

Dr. Anthony Odozi

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Santa Clarita, CA


“During sessions together, you can expect a compassionate and empathetic environment where you can freely express yourself without judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Robert McShane

Robert McShane

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Westlake Village, CA


“I take an action-oriented approach in helping clients better understand and address what keeps them feeling stuck, disconnected, and unfulfilled.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Prince

Amanda Prince

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Westlake Village, CA


I'm a therapist offering in-person sessions in the Westlake Village area of Southern California, and telehealth to folks throughout California. I decided to become a therapist after many years of working in corporate America, and I have a Master's in Clinical Psychology and an LMFT license.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Braswell

Nicole Braswell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I am an attachment-based, EMDR therapist. I believe childhood and significant events are important to understand and process, in order to identify patterns or problems in the present.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kate Sullivan

Kate Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Monrovia, CA


“I help people recognize the patterns holding them back, keeping them stuck, sick, and stressed out, and show them how they can safely + compassionately break out of the patterns.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Roy Allan Elevazo

Roy Allan Elevazo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Lakewood, CA


“Roy builds relationships with clients that can make an impact in improving quality of life, achieving goals, and improving stability for mental health.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Monteverdi

Jonathan Monteverdi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Westlake Village, CA


“My hope for clients after session is to have built a better understanding of their situation/situations and themselves so that they can practice more of the skills and tools learned in session to move in a direction that is more adaptable and...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lisa Stevens

Dr. Lisa Stevens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Redondo Beach, CA


My own trauma healing has opened my heart to helping others. I would love to discuss whatever is on your mind and propose a plan of action!

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Denise Benitez

Denise Benitez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Whittier, CA


“My work has focused on adolescents, children in foster care, family systems, domestic violence/trauma, couples therapy/relationship issues, ethnic minority mental health and LGBTQ clients.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lizzy Glick

Lizzy Glick

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Westlake Village, CA


“When you come into my office, I will ask you to tell me where it hurts, and I will help you be very honest with yourself.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cristal Guerrero

Cristal Guerrero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Whittier, CA


“As a first-generation Mexican American and mental health therapist, I understand how culture, identity, and family dynamics can shape our inner world.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristin Smith

Kristin Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Westlake Village, CA


“I offer serious help that doesn't take itself too seriously! I use warmth and sometimes humor to meet you where you are without judgement.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Derek Hoxby

Derek Hoxby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I use Somatic Experiencing—a gentle yet effective approach for trauma and PTSD—helping the body and mind find balance and relief.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Studio City, CA
There are over 132 therapists in Studio City, CA accepting new patients.
132+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 93%Trauma
  • 92%Relationship issues
  • 91%Depression
  • 84%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 66%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 64%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 48%Providence Health Plan
  • 43%Cigna
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 14%Spanish
  • 5%Armenian
  • 5%Farsi
  • 2%Arabic
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 70%Woman
  • 27%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 58%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 7%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 34%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 13%Child or adolescent therapy

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