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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Walnut Creek, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Walnut Creek, CA

Headway connects Walnut Creek residents seeking trauma recovery with 7,909 licensed providers offering psychoeducation, relaxation training, and trauma-informed care. Whether you're experiencing intrusive memories, nightmares, or avoidance, providers work with your insurance to make sessions affordable and accessible.

Yaning (Tina) Sun

Yaning (Tina) Sun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Roseville, CA


“I see psychiatry as care and advocacy. Specializing in AAPI and complex behavioral health for adults and children, I view you as a whole person.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sloane Fowkes

Sloane Fowkes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that clients are the true experts in their own treatment and are the best narrators of their stories.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Rosales

Melissa Rosales

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Mexican-American therapist who believes in accessible mental healthcare for everyone. I aim to make therapy a safe space by working collaboratively with my clients. My therapeutic style utilizes trust, respect, and open-mindedness. I hope to foster a welcoming space for clients to be their genuine selves. I utilize identify-affirming practices as well as radical acceptance in my care with clients. I have experience working with individuals who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community as well as individuals with diverse backgrounds. I support clients with varying ages and tailor a unique approach for each individual.

Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanaya Reid

Tanaya Reid

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to create a comforting and welcoming environment where it feels safe to talk about and try difficult things.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Georgina Nunez

Dr. Georgina Nunez

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is Georgina Nuñez,,I was born in Amsterdam. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Therapist and a Complex PTSD therapist.

Some of the issues I treat include: Adult Children of Alcoholics, Adult survivors of Child abuse and Neglect, including Sexual Abuse and Rape, Codependents, Veterans, Traumatized individuals, people with Addiction issues, Hypersensitive folks, and Cult survivors, or suffering from extreme religious parents.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Steven Samrock

Dr. Steven Samrock

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I'm especially drawn to working with men who are new to therapy; creative professionals; LGBTQ+ individuals facing minority stress; immigrants and children of immigrants.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mj Buck

Mj Buck

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Signal Hill, CA


“I'm an LCSW with 12+ years of experience supporting adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, identity, and life transitions.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Catherine Lee

Catherine Lee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“At the heart of my work is a profound belief in the resilience of the human spirit — and if you are reading this, it is evidence that you are still fighting.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Benjamin Nguyen

Benjamin Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My practice bridges the gaps between the science of the brain, the psychology of the mind, and the art of the soul.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Arch Jungers

Arch Jungers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello, I'm Arch Jungers, PMHNP-BC, and I came to psychiatric care more than seven years as a psychiatric charge RN, leading care teams and sitting with patients in their most difficult moments, before becoming a Nurse Practitioner. I truly believe that together, we can solve any mental health problem. When I'm not here, I'm loving on my dogs, playing tennis, or bowling in my weekly league. I am looking forward to meeting you and seeing how I can be of service to you.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Abieyuwa Salami

Abieyuwa Salami

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Bernardino, CA


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for adults dealing with trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and alcohol use recovery.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Veronika Glusker

Dr. Veronika Glusker

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I bring warmth, curiosity, and honesty into the therapy space, and I approach each person with care and without judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alireza Nikpour

Alireza Nikpour

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Redlands, CA


“I see medication as one important tool — not the only one — and I take time to understand your full picture before making recommendations.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Nguman

Cindy Nguman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a warm, supportive conversation rather than a rigid clinical interrogation.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lori Reeves

Lori Reeves

Therapist

Virtual • San Clemente, CA


“I organically weave brain spotting, EFT, meditation, guided imagery, expressive arts therapy, sand tray and neuro-feedback into my therapy sessions.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emine Hreno

Emine Hreno

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe meaningful change happens when we work together as equals. My path to becoming a therapist wasn't a straight line; transitioning from the corporate world to clinical care allows me to blend evidence-based theories with practical, real-world application.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Inez Garzaniti

Dr. Inez Garzaniti

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


I’m a psychiatrist who practices from a psychodynamic perspective, with attention to emotional depth, meaning, and the ways our histories shape how we experience ourselves and others. My work focuses on understanding symptoms in context — as expressions of what is happening within your mind, your relationships, and our society.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Mwangi

Joseph Mwangi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My practice is rooted in a patient-centered philosophy, where I prioritize building trusting and collaborative relationships with those under my care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Audrey Sarto

Audrey Sarto

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about working with individuals who have been disempowered by society, with an emphasis on childhood trauma, intergenerational trauma, family of origin issues, depression, anxiety, sexuality, gender, non-monogamy, and relational...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brie-Anna Reed

Brie-Anna Reed

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and supportive. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel empowered to explore their experiences...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jilleen Ward

Jilleen Ward

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that the client is the expert in their own life, and my job is to help you uncover your own innate power, strengths, wisdom, and self-insight.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Deonae Shackelford

Deonae Shackelford

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to feel supported and empowered to take the next necessary steps toward realizing the life they have envisioned for themselves.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Dr. Dennis Gowans

Dr. Dennis Gowans

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is solution-oriented, creative, and refreshingly direct. I believe in cutting through the noise to help you identify what truly matters...”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aaron Kellogg

Aaron Kellogg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Kelli Redfield

Kelli Redfield

Therapist

Virtual • Escondido, CA


It's difficult to find someone who gets you. I get it, I've been a client looking for a therapist. When talk therapy hasn't worked how you'd hoped, that's when you can consider a therapy like Somatic, EMDR, or ERP. I can help you with any of these issues. I am a highly effective therapist that also has out of network options for intensives. If you are using insurance and have CPTSD, PTSD, or OCD, we can only meet in the 1 hr format. I have extensive EMDR experience.

I have my MA in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, and BA from Concordia University, Irvine. I am a later career change and have extensive experience in the creative and tech industries.

I often work with women in Perimenopause to menopause, but have worked with men as well. The attributes of clients who find me are usually ready to change and have tried everything. I find they find the right therapist, at the right time, with the right type of therapy and it changes their lives. You can see more in my google reviews.

I know pretty quickly if we are a match and I won't waste your time, I know the people I can help, and if you want that kind of care, and hate traditional talk therapy, I am your therapist. Reach out to see if we are a match.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Alexandra Sovin

Alexandra Sovin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have 25 years experience working with a diverse client population supporting clients facing chronic health conditions and navigating significant life transitions, relationship issues, depression, anxiety and career shifts.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bryan Hall

Bryan Hall

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Somatic Experiencing and EMDR address trauma stored in the body. A person w/PTSD or addiction cannot "think" their way out of it, or they would have done it already.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Robert Mcalister

Robert Mcalister

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Expect a grounded, judgment-free space where emotional honesty is welcome — and where the work moves at a pace that respects both where you are and where you want to go.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Stephanie SaintCyr

Stephanie SaintCyr

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have been on my own healing journey for 40+ years and so I know personally how much courage and effort it can take to heal and grow. I also know how amazing life and relationships can get as a part of that healing process; I wish that experience for everyone.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jordana De Lory

Jordana De Lory

Therapist

Virtual • Alameda, CA


“I have committed over 20 years to fostering a safe and expansive space for adults and youth to discover their human potential, heal from trauma, and develop the tools to live a thriving life of vitality.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Merrick Tsai

Merrick Tsai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Laguna Niguel, CA


“I believe mental health care should be collaborative rather than one-sided. I take time to listen, explain treatment options, answer questions, and help you understand the reasoning behind your care plan.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shocka Heights

Shocka Heights

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is rooted in trauma-informed care, cultural humility, community, joy, healing, and the belief that our stories deserve to be heard and honored.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori Jerman

Lori Jerman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a warm and welcoming place for you to examine where you are, support your desires and provide paths around your challenges in moving forward.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Darren Santos

Darren Santos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will come as I am, a human with my own path and experiences, connecting with you, supporting you on your journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Merylee Robbins

Merylee Robbins

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I am passionate about helping clients overcome life obstacles and emotional difficulties with grace and dignity.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cyndi Gallego Lcsw-S

Cyndi Gallego Lcsw-S

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a warm, culturally sensitive, and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margaret Brako

Margaret Brako

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Berkeley, CA, and I’ve worked in mental health care since 2012. My background includes community-based work, trauma-informed care, and leadership in training and clinical development. I earned my MSW from NYU and specialize in treating anxiety, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions. I enjoy working with adults navigating changes - career shifts, identity questions, or simply trying to feel more at home in themselves. Clients often say they feel safe, understood, and more at ease after we talk. I believe therapy works best with a good sense of humor - even in hard sessions, there’s room for relief and laughter.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Roubina Centeno

Roubina Centeno

Therapist

Virtual • Downey, CA


“Clients come to me seeking a therapist who is passionate about supporting women during the perinatal and postpartum period and won't make them feel guilty about not enjoying every aspect of motherhood.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karyn Harmon

Karyn Harmon

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I provide therapy to individuals, children, couples, and families to help them to find the best solutions to their problems.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Teri Dunbar

Teri Dunbar

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Teri! I love integrating my Christian faith and biblical principles with therapeutic interventions. I know for many of us, we have experienced trauma that has left us wounded, and I believe God desires healing and restoration. I help individuals juggling family, work, and relationships while quietly struggling inside. Struggling with past experiences, and sometimes unresolved pain, that is affecting how you feel and function. I want to help you break free from the weight of past trauma so it doesn’t define your present or your future and I’m here to walk with you as you pursue that.

Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Walnut Creek, CA
There are over 44 therapists in Walnut Creek, CA accepting new patients.
44+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 98%Depression
  • 91%Trauma
  • 86%Stress management
  • 86%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 93%Aetna
  • 57%Providence Health Plan
  • 45%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 43%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 34%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 93%English
  • 20%Spanish
  • 5%French
  • 5%Mandarin
  • 2%Cantonese
How they see their clients
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  • 89%In-person or online
  • 11%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 23%Man
  • 5%Non-binary
License types
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  • 59%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 20%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 34%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 20%Couples therapy

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