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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 7,350 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.

Jillian Ziesmer

Jillian Ziesmer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients find a deeper understanding of themselves, cultivate personal growth, and improve their relationships.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Chloe Licon

Chloe Licon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is active, focused, and insight-driven, with an emphasis on helping you experience meaningful progress from the start.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Sara Santana

Sara Santana

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to make therapy approachable and relatable. I tailor my style to you and take an eclectic, creative approach using evidence based practices.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ryan Thom

Ryan Thom

Therapist

Virtual • Roseville, CA


“I believe people navigate the world with internal maps. Often we neglect the maps for self-care, communication, relationships, because we have settled on a map from an earlier time, sometimes that is a dysfunctional road map learned in childhood.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brandon Yip

Dr. Brandon Yip

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“His approach is grounded in building a genuine, trusting relationship where you feel safe, seen, and supported.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Labiba Radwan

Labiba Radwan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is centered on promoting wellness and helping clients build new patterns of thought and action that lead to healthier, more fulfilling lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Hughes

Pamela Hughes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Monterey, CA


Pamela Hughes received her Undergraduate Degree in Psychology and her Masters Degree

in Clinical Psychology from Vanguard University, Costa Mesa, California.

Pamela has worked with individuals, couples and families improving their relationships

using the Collaborative Communication Skills as an Instructor. Pamela specializes in Addictions, ADHD, Family Systems and Hoarding.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Henrica Hoffmann

Henrica Hoffmann

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Together, we slow down enough to actually hear what your thoughts, emotions, and body are trying to tell you.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Trent

Tiffany Trent

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Encinitas, CA


“I balance kindness and warmth with honesty and challenge clients to grow and become unstuck in their lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Marjorie Armstrong

Marjorie Armstrong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I focus on creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel truly heard and empowered.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Rosa Aguero

Rosa Aguero

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strongly believe I have found my calling in psychiatry and find great joy in guiding clients to reach their fullest emotional potential.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nazly Reyes

Nazly Reyes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My style is calm, compassionate, and collaborative. I aim to empower you with education and shared decision-making so you feel confident in your care.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Maternal mental health, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Preety Kaur

Preety Kaur

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often tell me they leave sessions feeling better because they finally have an understanding of what is happening inside of them and know how to move forward with the different obstacles in their lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Spencer MacDonald

Spencer MacDonald

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm Spencer, a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in men's issues, teens, couples and families.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Mazyar Karandish

Dr. Mazyar Karandish

Psychologist

Virtual • Guerneville, CA


“My approach is flexible, client centered, and utilizes mindfulness-based interventions at every point of the journey towards healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Emily Eckstein

Dr. Emily Eckstein

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is most effective when you feel genuinely understood, supported, and challenged in ways that promote meaningful growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Capri Cruz

Dr. Capri Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I became a therapist because at 10 years old I, too, had a therapist and absolutely loved how safe I felt with her.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Borzu Davarpanah

Borzu Davarpanah

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I can help you reach your true potential. Together we can heal the wounds that keep you feeling stuck, unable to change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kayce Bragg

Kayce Bragg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I tend to use a person-centered and solution-focused model as I believe in focusing on your current problems and working together to develop effective strategies for improving overall life satisfaction.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Caitlin Graham

Caitlin Graham

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hola! I'm happy that you're here looking for the support you deserve. I use an integrative approach to incorporate various therapeutic modalities to meet your unique needs. I have an extensive history of working with trauma, depression, life transitions, cultural identity issues, self esteem building and relationship issues.

PTSD, Trauma, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Griffin

Ashley Griffin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


I know how heavy life can feel when you’re carrying pain, uncertainty, or self-doubt. But I believe, as a wise old wizard once said, “Happiness can be found even in the darkest of places, if one only remembers to turn on the light.” My role is to help you find that light again. I work with Gen Z and Millennial adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and more. Through integrative, culturally responsive care, I combine evidence-based psychiatry with holistic strategies to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to create a life that aligns with your true self.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Beckwith

Jennifer Beckwith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in affirming, culturally responsive care for LGBTQ+ individuals, transgender clients, and people in nontraditional relationship structures...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna O'Connor

Anna O'Connor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Albany, CA


“We'll explore ways you are shaped by family, community, and culture, and what this means about how you show up in the world.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kem Saunders

Kem Saunders

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Excepting them on their own terms, and exploring through their lenses, what they consider helpful and desirable relationships.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Rodriguez

Kimberly Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a first-generation Salvadoran American therapist, and I bring my whole self into this work—my cultural roots, my values, and a deep respect for the strength passed down through our ancestors.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Anton Yanagisawa

Dr. Anton Yanagisawa

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I integrate different theoretical approaches in order to tailor a treatment that is most meaningful to you and relevant to your presenting challenge.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Cristina Hernandez

Cristina Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a bilingual, trauma-specialized therapist who has worked primarily with BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ community members, immigrants, asylum seekers and those navigating grief/loss.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emeka Anosike

Emeka Anosike

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I listen first. Because I am dual-certified in both family medicine and psychiatry, I don't just look at your symptoms—I look at your whole life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sunita Churiwala

Sunita Churiwala

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with individuals who have outgrown surface-level insight and are ready for precise, deeply attuned psychological work.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Parfyonova

Anna Parfyonova

Therapist

Virtual • La Crescenta-Montrose, CA


“My mission is to help people with their day to day struggles, empower them to improve their quality of life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jennifer Misirli

Jennifer Misirli

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, honest, and supportive, and I believe therapy should be a space where you feel safe, understood, and empowered.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nahid Ghajar

Nahid Ghajar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a combination of various therapeutic strategies and skills depending upon a client's unique challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Rafaela Buenaventura

Rafaela Buenaventura

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in viewing each individual within the context of their environment and utilize this approach as a means to decrease the stigma and labels of mental health.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Caryn Bickel

Caryn Bickel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a seasoned therapist with over 25 yrs of experience. I exclusively provide Telehealth (video sessions) for both CA and AZ residents!”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marika Peckham

Marika Peckham

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help adults understand the "why" beneath their anxiety and self-doubt — and build practical tools to create real, lasting change, not just temporary relief.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paul Remmele

Paul Remmele

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe personal growth can occur by alternately focusing on thoughts, emotions and/or behavior. However, in my graduate studies, subsequent training, and my own personal psychotherapy, I learned to value attachment orientated therapy...”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alejandra Uribe

Alejandra Uribe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with women and their children, from infancy through adulthood, and I offer sessions in both English and Spanish.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Jeter

Jennifer Jeter

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, working with individuals and couples for over 25 years. I believe strongly in the benefits of processing the challenges of life with a supportive and open-minded "witness" in order to get perspective and make hard decisions. I worked with families at Children's Hospital and PsyCare Inc. in San Diego, before opening my private practice in 2003.

Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Nina Alpert

Dr. Nina Alpert

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I help individuals and couples gain insight into the unconscious patterns that shape their emotional life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Kinnard

Rachel Kinnard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My psychotherapeutic practice is centered in integrative awareness, grounding rigorous clinical care in deep mind-body and psychosocial connections.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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