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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 7,381 providers includes specialists in PTSD, acute stress, and complex trauma available for consultations.

Milagritos O'Shea

Milagritos O'Shea

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Milagritos integrates expressive arts, mindfulness-based interventions, and self-compassion practices into her therapeutic approach, empowering clients to actively participate in their healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lis Werth

Lis Werth

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is rooted in Somatic Experiencing, which means we don't just talk about what's happening - we pay attention to how it lives in your body, your nervous system, and your patterns over time.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Richard Gottschalk

Richard Gottschalk

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I meet clients where they are at without judgment, listen and understand their truth, and collaborate with them on problem solving and goals that they want to work on.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nadia Grissom

Nadia Grissom

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am empathetic, authentic and an active listener. I work hard to observe behavioral patterns and support my clients to reflect and implement change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Ryan Adams

Ryan Adams

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is Ryan. I treat adults using psychodynamic psychotherapy. This is ideal for clients who are willing to be introspective about their problems and are okay with being confronted in a direct way. This type of therapy can be hard but provides the basis for deep and meaningful work.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Janet Nelson

Janet Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a California, Connecticut, and South Dakota licensed therapist who is trained in EMDR and specializes in treating trauma.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Judy Iwanier

Judy Iwanier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Petaluma, CA


“I provide support to survivors of traumatic experiences, individuals who have experienced a loss or separation from a loved one, as well as those suffering from depression and anxiety.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Compton

Lauren Compton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer unconditional positive feedback, support, and guidance while helping my clients nurture their inner voice...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Stephanie James

Stephanie James

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am dedicated to helping people feel like themselves again. I provide compassionate, evidence based care for anxiety and depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder and other mental health conditions.My goal is to create a judgement free space where patients feel heard and receive personalized treatment that fits their lives

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nicole McElderry

Nicole McElderry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide holistic, mindfulness-based therapy and cognitive based therapy for those navigating anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, life transitions, and self-esteem issues—all within a safe, supportive space.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Karen Cash

Karen Cash

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am available to assist with many of the current issues that are affecting us all. Issues os depression, anxiety and PTSD are impacting many. Relationship and communication challenges are problematic. Challenging adolescents and children suffering from ADHD or Learning Disabilities are impacting family life. I can assist you with these common challenges, and help to provide and process solutions.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Elaine Dern

Elaine Dern

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy offers an individual the power and insight to begin the process towards empowering one's life.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Wightman

Diana Wightman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“By working with the nervous system, these approaches can create meaningful, lasting shifts in both mind and body.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ritu Esbjorn

Ritu Esbjorn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been working with individuals and couples for decades, bringing empathy, kindness, and a wealth of life experience into each encounter.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Catherine Herbert

Catherine Herbert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My style stems from my training as a psychiatric nurse at UCLA medical center where we focused on relationship-based care and used the recovery model.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Geneveve Charfauros

Geneveve Charfauros

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when you can show up as yourself, feel understood, and have someone genuinely meet you where you are.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lauren Klosowski

Lauren Klosowski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe good mental health care starts with taking the time to understand the whole person, not just their symptoms.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Michelle Michicoff

Michelle Michicoff

Therapist

Virtual • California


My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by my own personal experiences and my interests in human behavior, attachment theory, and social justice. My nearly six years of experience working in community mental health have strongly influenced my therapeutic lens. I am LGBTQIA+-affirming, committed to working from an antiracist lens, and deeply value inclusivity of all kinds. I have been fortunate enough to serve a socioculturally diverse population, including adults living with severe and persistent mental illness, undocumented individuals, survivors of trauma, LGBTQ+ folks, and differently-abled children and adolescents.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jeremiah Hein

Jeremiah Hein

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi. I've been working as a therapist for 9 years. I have my AA in Sociology from Miracosta College, my BA in Psychology from Cal State Long Beach, and my MSW (Master of Social Work) from Cal State San Marcos. I assist people in dealing with stress from work, relationships, etc. I help people process unresolved trauma, grief, etc. I can help utilize the strengths you have, develop new strengths, in helping you live the most meaningful life in what that means to you.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Lani Espinas

Lani Espinas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will hold you accountable, challenge you, and give you homework since I don't believe 45 mins a week is sufficient to rectify lifelong patterns.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Jennique Simplice

Jennique Simplice

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Jenn is a dedicated and compassionate provider who makes the safety and wellbeing of her patient a top priority, she serves patients of all age populations.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lorena Martin

Lorena Martin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in supporting women through these critical life stages, including postpartum depression and the complexities of motherhood.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Bobby Farhat

Bobby Farhat

Therapist

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“I bring a very non-judgmental approach to therapy. I believe the clients relationship with their therapist is the most important factor in determining clients success and growth.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Wendy Talley

Dr. Wendy Talley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy approach is to provide a safe and confidential environment in which clients can explore the situations that may have limited their growth and develop new ways of managing these issues.”
Trauma, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Scott

Danielle Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Redlands, CA


“I enjoy providing a safe, warm, non-judgmental space for someone at whatever stage of life they are in.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nancy Pereda

Nancy Pereda

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to offer culturally sensitive approaches and techniques. I use a holistic approach with my client's adding elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and family systems, among others.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jaspreet Takhar

Jaspreet Takhar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“She provides compassionate and holistic care to support patients in working towards their mental health goals.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ke Liu

Ke Liu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“His main goal is to help clients move from a state of helplessness to one of resilience and clarity.”
Trauma, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Teri Consunji

Teri Consunji

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I especially enjoy working with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, substance use and difficult personal interactions or may be experiencing a life transition.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Tannaz Dabirian

Dr. Tannaz Dabirian

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I bring warmth, insight, and clinical expertise to my work, helping clients navigate life's challenges with greater clarity and resilience.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Angela Otegbulu

Dr. Angela Otegbulu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Gardena, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized. I take time to understand what you are experiencing...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Courtney Harden

Courtney Harden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Nicholas Perez

Nicholas Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, supportive, and collaborative space where clients can feel heard and empowered to create meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Jordan Blankenship

Dr. Jordan Blankenship

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have 10+ year experience working with women of all ages recover from anxiety, perfectionism, "stuck-ness", low self-worth and co-dependency.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Todd Borgie

Todd Borgie

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am often humbled by the things I learn from other people. I am inspired by acts of courage and creativity.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Linda Uzoukwu

Linda Uzoukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Linda Uzoukwu, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I provide compassionate, personalized psychiatric care to adults.

I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, life transitions, and perinatal or postpartum mental health concerns. I understand that mental health challenges can affect every part of your life, and my goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and actively involved in your care.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nnamdi Ofoeze

Nnamdi Ofoeze

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“With a focus on holistic wellness, I aim to empower my patients to achieve their optimal mental health through therapeutic interventions, medication management, and collaborative treatment planning.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Daniela Lazar

Daniela Lazar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


good listener , kind , open mind

I have 6 years of experience in mental health with focus on addiction medicine in patient and out patient , mental health stabilization in patient

PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Ashour Badal

Dr. Ashour Badal

Therapist

Virtual • California


“We will use holistic and clinically proven approaches, addressing the needs of your mind, body and spirit so you can reach the balance and alignment that you seek in your life.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Christina Duffy

Christina Duffy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I want you to leave each session feeling like you gained something useful—whether that's a new way of looking at a situation, a tool you can use right away, or a clearer plan for moving forward.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
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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