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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Encino, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Encino, CA

Healing from trauma in Encino starts with evidence-based care. Headway connects you with 7,352 licensed providers trained in Exposure Therapy, EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and other trauma-focused approaches. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within days.

Magda Herrera

Magda Herrera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scott Whelan

Scott Whelan

Therapist

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


“I am passionate about working with creative professionals, highly sensitive & neurodivergent people navigating identity issues, trauma, anxiety, self doubt and burn out.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Christianne Cardriche

Christianne Cardriche

Therapist

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


“Clients often tell me they feel safe, seen, and supported. I believe in meeting you where you are, walking with you at your own pace, and honoring your unique story.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Celeste Gallegos Vazquez

Celeste Gallegos Vazquez

Therapist

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


“My practice is grounded in compassion and strengths-based principles, and I firmly believe in the power of community and connection as pathways to healing and personal growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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David Trejo

David Trejo

Therapist

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


“There is no ideal client: My purpose as your therapist is meet you where you are at in life and move forward with you on your journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Bunter

Sarah Bunter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I approach the healing process as a psychodynamic psychotherapist combined with a humanistic perspective with the purpose of bringing the unconscious to the conscious while providing a caring and empathetic atmosphere.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Gabriella LaPorta

Gabriella LaPorta

Therapist

In-person • 22 mi away • Thousand Oaks, CA


“My approach draws from emotionally focused therapy, psychodynamic theory, parts work, narrative therapy, and family systems.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lance Rachels

Lance Rachels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Westlake Village, CA


If you are looking to become a better, happier, and healthier person and would like to gain a deeper understanding and love for yourself and others, I can help you. Psychotherapy can improve the quality of your life and/or manage more serious issues such as depression, anxiety, and grief. The process focuses on comfortably connecting with you in a confidential and empathetic, therapeutic setting.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Galloway

Megan Galloway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is warm, holistic, and trauma-informed, recognizing that our past experiences, relationships, and nervous system all play a role in how we feel today.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Annie Fuller

Annie Fuller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • South Pasadena, CA


“I take an integrated approach to therapy that is both relational and person-centered. To me, therapy is a collaborative experience in pursuit of understanding the authentic self and healing through the therapeutic relationship.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lizzy Glick

Lizzy Glick

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 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 10 insurance carriers
Michael Gutstadt

Michael Gutstadt

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Pasadena, CA


I enjoy doing this work and I hope my clients will also. I believe it makes life more interesting and rewarding.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rosa Lizarraga

Rosa Lizarraga

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is collaborative, curious, and relational, emphasizing a strong therapeutic partnership between client and therapist.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonna Tamases

Jonna Tamases

Therapist

In-person • 20 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I support you in working through past events, discovering your true self, and learning new skills to empower you.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Webster

Lisa Webster

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Valencia, CA


“Therapy with me is a warm, non-judgmental space where you can recoup from mental health challenges, build self-esteem, and create healthy habits so you can live a more meaningful life.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Alejandra Torrero

Dr. Alejandra Torrero

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I specialize in working with college-age students and professionals seeking greater clarity and direction.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Steve Kobashigawa

Steve Kobashigawa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I've been in personal recovery from gambling and substance use for over twenty-five years, which means I understand addiction not just as a clinician, but as someone who has felt its weight firsthand.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Amanda Tekinceer

Dr. Amanda Tekinceer

Psychologist

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


“Through our work together, we'll reframe your limiting beliefs into superpowers and channel your doubt into motivation.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lisa Newman

Lisa Newman

Therapist

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


When working with clients, I strive to make the therapy experience respectful and genuine. Everyone's journey to personal resilience is unique and there is no one size fits all solution. My approach is flexible and client centered. I often explore childhood attachment issues which can assist the client in achieving sustained emotional growth.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Weili Lin

Weili Lin

Therapist

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


“I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)... these models closely align with my ideals in healing emotional wounds.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Adena Sarkian

Adena Sarkian

Therapist

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


“I believe healing begins when we acknowledge all the parts of who we are: the dutiful part, the exhausted part, the part that carries shame, and the part that was never given permission to grieve.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carly Dosh

Carly Dosh

Therapist

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


“We all deserve a place to talk with someone who we know will not judge or shame us, but instead walk along side us, holding hope and strength until we can hold it ourselves.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Virginia Green

Dr. Virginia Green

Therapist

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


“Your first session will be an opportunity to share what is keeping you up at night with a kind, irreverent, loving and generous human.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Teru Kanazawa

Teru Kanazawa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • South Pasadena, CA


“I work as a collaborator with you in an honest, truthful and transparent process to achieving the best you can be.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stan Rushing

Stan Rushing

Therapist

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


“Stan's goal is to build upon current strengths to assist clients in the healing and growth processes.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Susanna Boyer

Susanna Boyer

Therapist

In-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach in session is client-centered and strengths-based, focused on creating a warm and safe environment for the client.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lakana Nicolas

Lakana Nicolas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 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 8 insurance carriers
Gregory Daven

Gregory Daven

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I use a psychodynamic approach to unpack wounds of the past, which can negatively impact current relationships.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. John W. Carter

Dr. John W. Carter

Psychologist

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


I am a recently licensed counseling psychologist with extensive training and experience in psychotherapy, assessment, and psychology research. I have provided individual, couples, and group therapy at the Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Center (now LGBT Center), the Los Angeles VA, the Boston VA, and Enki Health Services. I have enjoyed training and supervising student therapists at the University of West Georgia and the University of Redlands. I also teach psychology at UCLA Extension. In general, I am curious about the the human mind and I am dedicated to help others who are struggling.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jane Israyelyan

Jane Israyelyan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I work with neurodivergent individuals, couples, and families who want more than coping skills — they want to feel seen, understood, and supported in ways that actually fit who they are.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Charlene Azonwu

Charlene Azonwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 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 9 insurance carriers
Sheila Kelly

Sheila Kelly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 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
Kimetha Petteway-Turner

Kimetha Petteway-Turner

Therapist

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


“I believe that the foundations of effective therapy are a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brenda Way

Brenda Way

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • 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
Erin Scott-Haines

Erin Scott-Haines

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Harbor City, CA


“I'm very direct- we'll get to the heart of the matter quickly. It's ok to feel scared and resistant- that's when the real healing begins.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Parmar

Jessica Parmar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Redondo Beach, CA


Hi there! My name is Jessica Parmar and I am a therapist who works with adults and teens. Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a teacher, which continues to shape how I connect, support, and engage with clients. I’m warm, approachable, and genuine, and I care deeply about the work we do together. I’ll meet you at your pace, but I’m not afraid to challenge you when it supports your growth.

PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andrea Portillo

Andrea Portillo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 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, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Mason

Carolyn Mason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 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 9 insurance carriers
Joanna Farah

Joanna Farah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Long Beach, CA


I work with adults and teens navigating trauma, burnout, identity, and the particular exhaustion of being a sensitive person in a fast-changing world. My work goes beyond talk therapy to build a flexible nervous system, helping to regulate it, reduce symptoms of trauma, and build resilience.

Many of the people I work with are doing everything right on paper. They are the ones who keep showing up, holding it together, being the person everyone else leans on. And they are exhausted in a way that is hard to explain to the people around them. They worry they are making the wrong choices or that everyone else has it together.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Veronica Williams

Veronica Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I provide a safe, validating space where you are truly heard. My collaborative approach blends person centered and emotionally focused therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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