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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Vista, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Vista, CA

In Vista, Headway offers flexible trauma therapy options combining modalities like exposure therapy, relaxation training, and DBT skills to support your healing journey. Our network of 7,380 providers includes specialists in PTSD, acute stress, and complex trauma available for consultations.

Shana Bujake

Shana Bujake

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


Shana Bujake is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. She specializes in working with individuals who are recovering from narcissistic abuse, navigating life transitions, or struggling with relationship challenges and self-worth.

With a strong background in trauma-informed care, she provides a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, gain clarity, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others. Her work is deeply rooted in helping clients build resilience and create meaningful change in their lives.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Ellis

Melissa Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I tailor therapy to each person's unique story, helping clients build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Houman Shahraz

Houman Shahraz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am thrilled to help you step into a more empowered state, promoting personal growth aligned with your values and strengths.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darrell Broussard

Darrell Broussard

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe in creating a safe, judgment-free space where we can work together toward healing and emotional wellness.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marlo Narro

Marlo Narro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a combat veteran, my first-hand experience allows me to forge a unique connection, fostering a sense of trust and understanding.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Grace Kyei

Grace Kyei

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My goal is to create a space where you can openly discuss what you're experiencing without feeling rushed or judged.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Victor Milberg

Victor Milberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm genuine, interactive, and warm. I make great efforts to be available to accommodate your schedule.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nealy Moeckler

Nealy Moeckler

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With over a decade of experience in mental health, I specialize in trauma work and neurodivergence, combining person-centered approaches with evidence-based methods like EMDR, ACT, DBT, and CBT.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gricelda Alvarez

Gricelda Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and compassionate. Together, we will work to develop practical coping strategies, deepen your self-awareness, and build on your strengths so you can move toward the balanced and meaningful life you deserve.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Paula Rosenfeld

Paula Rosenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am the the kind of clinician who will utilize real life references and examples of how the interventions work, I am transparent, non judgmental and will share with you the exact intent of my interventions.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Casey Swank

Casey Swank

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With 17 years in the addiction treatment field, I'm deeply passionate about supporting people as they work toward meaningful, lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Karen Early Burton

Karen Early Burton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Supporting you in getting where you want to go is my passion. As a seasoned therapist specializing in empowering adults, my solution-focused, client-centered, strength-based, approach has successfully helped hundreds of adults make life-changing...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Anna Fadem

Anna Fadem

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences, develop effective coping strategies, and create meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jerry Carmichael

Jerry Carmichael

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to meet you where you are in your journey and provide a warm, calm, and judgment-free space where you can openly share your struggles, hopes, and everything in between.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Courtney Moeller

Courtney Moeller

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore solutions tailored to your specific needs.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Valeh Bahram-Soltani

Valeh Bahram-Soltani

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to create a kind and safe space where a person can feel comfortable sharing whatever it is they need to work on.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Theresa Searles

Theresa Searles

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mount Shasta, CA


“My goal is to work with my clients to increase self-empowerment and learn new tools to overcome life challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Naomi Wu

Dr. Naomi Wu

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I offer a warm, relational, multicultural, attachment-based, and trauma-informed approach to therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Khadeer Khan

Khadeer Khan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am driven by an unwavering commitment to sow seeds of hope and cultivate a garden of resilience. Every interaction is a chance to illuminate the path towards recovery with empathy and understanding.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Leslie Davis

Leslie Davis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing begins when you feel safe enough to be honest, curious, and fully yourself... My approach is warm, compassionate, collaborative, and nonjudgmental.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Renee Demirdjian

Renee Demirdjian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is an integrative blend of modalities tailored to each individual, drawing from attachment-based therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Jungian...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Be Staub

Be Staub

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


My work centers queer and transgender preteens, teens, and adults, as well as individuals with current or past foster care involvement. My clients may be feeling overwhelmed, questioning their identity, or don't know where to start with therapy. I can support you by helping you notice patterns and build trust in your own process.

Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rebecca Heisler

Rebecca Heisler

Therapist

Virtual • Temecula, CA


“Life is relationship. Most people come to therapy because something in their relationships no longer feels the way they want it to.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Dr. Kayla Clark

Dr. Kayla Clark

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe the best therapy happens when you feel comfortable enough to be open, honest, and authentically yourself.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Shirin Tabib

Dr. Shirin Tabib

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I am direct, engaged, and highly attuned. I will notice patterns, ask meaningful questions, and guide you toward clarity.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Roseangel Anyanwu

Roseangel Anyanwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I'm especially drawn to working with adults and adolescents who've been rushed or unheard in the past with their medication, and those who feel like something bigger is being missed.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Bella Thompson

Bella Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is empowering, direct, and supportive, creating a space where clients feel challenged, understood, and capable of growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Brenna Dumerton

Brenna Dumerton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Santa Ana, CA


“I'm committed to delivering holistic care, not only managing symptoms but also improving quality of life and overall well-being.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Erika Nguyen

Erika Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing is not about "fixing" yourself, but about learning how to understand, accept, and integrate all parts of who you are.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ronnesha Black

Ronnesha Black

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My practice was created to provide a space where clients do not have to shrink, overperform, or code-switch in order to feel understood.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Okey Ofodile

Okey Ofodile

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help patients live their best lives. My communication method is a two-way process- clients are encouraged to be actively involved in their care.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gerrald Angeles

Gerrald Angeles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


Hello, I'm Gerrald Angeles, a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I provide psychiatric medication management for adults throughout California. I’m here to help you feel heard, understood, and supported in your mental health care. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or navigating mental health challenges alongside chronic conditions, I’m here to help you find balance and feel your best.

PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Chinyere Ibe

Chinyere Ibe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Chi believes every patient's story is unique and deserves a personalized, compassionate approach tailored to their needs.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Russell Bader

Russell Bader

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is steady, direct, and grounded in evidence‐based treatment. Clients often tell me they feel understood quickly...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, OCD, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jesse DeLong

Jesse DeLong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Luis Obispo, CA


“My approach combines medication with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to help you manage challenges and reach your personal goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Miriam Ofili

Dr. Miriam Ofili

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Miriam is passionate about serving the mental health population and specializes in individuals with depression, anxiety/panic disorders, general mental health, stress management, OCD, PTSD, and Faith-based therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brock Trotter

Brock Trotter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have considerable experience helping people navigate life's challenges whether it is personal mental health issues, addiction, trauma or relationship/family challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beth Schuh

Beth Schuh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Torrance, CA


“I use my innate curiosity and non-judgmental attitude to understand how life has shaped my clients and to work with them to find ways of unlearning/healing the habits that no longer work for them.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Clinton Gaver

Clinton Gaver

Therapist

Virtual • California


“For nine years, I have treated clients with depression, anxiety, relational issues, anger issues, sex and substance addictions, PTSD, and chronic mental health diagnoses to make lasting positive changes.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Vista, CA
There are over 25 therapists in Vista, CA accepting new patients.
25+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Relationship issues
  • 96%Trauma
  • 92%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 52%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 48%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 40%Cigna
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 16%Spanish
  • 4%Cantonese
  • 4%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 56%Woman
  • 44%Man
License types
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  • 52%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 24%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 12%Clinical Psychologist
  • 8%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 4%Medical Doctor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 60%Family therapy
  • 48%Couples therapy
  • 28%Child or adolescent therapy

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