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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Garden Grove, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Garden Grove, CA

Trauma and PTSD treatment in Garden Grove is available through Headway's network of compassionate providers trained in DBT skills, relaxation training, and cognitive restructuring. Many clients save 75% on sessions through insurance, with appointments available as soon as tomorrow.

Megan Aguirre

Megan Aguirre

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Marcos, CA


“I lead with genuineness and meet you where you are by using a holistic perspective that accounts for the relationships and circumstances in your life that are impacting you.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bruce Malcolm

Bruce Malcolm

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Victorville, CA


“My style is relational, thoughtful, and down to earth. I want clients to feel like they are talking with a real person, not being judged or analyzed from a distance.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Azin

Ashley Azin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Marcos, CA


“I strive to make each one of my clients feel seen, heard, and unconditionally accepted throughout every session.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lara Dye

Dr. Lara Dye

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Encinitas, CA


“I utilize several therapeutic 'tools' which help my client to decrease unhealthy relationship behaviors and increase healthy attachment...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Brenda Way

Brenda Way

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deric Placker

Deric Placker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lancaster, CA


“My approach is warm and solution-focused, focusing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based tools.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
John Boyce

John Boyce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Encinitas, CA


“My therapy approach is experiential, humanistic, and somatic... We engage and explore in the work of therapy together collaboratively.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
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 4 insurance carriers
Shirell Bunch-Lipscomb

Shirell Bunch-Lipscomb

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Apple Valley, CA


“I believe in a person-centered approach to therapy, which recognizes you as the expert in your own life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Melissa Bagwell

Dr. Melissa Bagwell

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Apple Valley, CA


“Clients often describe my style as warm, supportive, and infused with humor, which helps create a safe space for exploration and growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sam Castro

Sam Castro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Escondido, CA


“My style is collaborative, thoughtful, and grounded. I believe mental health care should feel caring, not rushed or impersonal.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
James McJunkin

James McJunkin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Escondido, CA


“I focus on helping clients feel safer in their bodies, understand their inner world, and move toward lasting change with compassion and clarity.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Ross

Denise Ross

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Del Mar, CA


“With over 25 years of experience, I use a mix of practical, supportive approaches that meet you where you are.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brandon McGuckin

Brandon McGuckin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a balance of deep empathy and analytical precision. My goal is to establish a foundation of trust where you feel completely secure exploring your story.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Titus Ogbuafor

Titus Ogbuafor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“For me it is always how can I provide relationship participants may use for their own personal growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juliana Eulert

Juliana Eulert

Therapist

Virtual • California


“She is an internationally trained medical doctor and a licensed psychotherapist with extensive experience working with children, families, and underserved populations.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Zach Englund

Zach Englund

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am bipolar and have navigated my own journey through psychiatric institutions, giving me deep insight into the challenges and triumphs of living with mental health conditions.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Substance use / addiction
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kavitha Hari

Kavitha Hari

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I conceptualize my client's utilizing a relational framework and primarily utilize mindfulness base interventions.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juan Valenzuela

Juan Valenzuela

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about supporting and encouraging my brothers and sisters as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life and develop resilience that can lead to personal healing and spiritual growth.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shareela =Allen

Shareela =Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


I specialize in helping individuals navigate life transitions, anxiety, depression, narcissism, codependency, people-pleasing, and trauma. My approach is client-centered and collaborative, tailored to your specific needs and goals.

Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Demetric Marsh

Demetric Marsh

Therapist

Virtual • Corona, CA


Demetric “Dee” Marsh, LCSW, JD, is a dedicated behavioral health professional with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. She is a multistate licensed Licensed Clinical Social Worker and holds a Juris Doctor degree from the Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law School in New York. She earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from Adelphi University, with a specialization in mental health and addictions, and holds a Bachelor’s degree from Hofstra University in Sociology with a minor in Political Science and French Language/Culture.

Dee has extensive experience working in a variety of roles, including psychotherapist, program director, clinical supervisor, adjunct professor, and consultant. She also provides LCSW clinical supervision. Her practice includes working with individuals, families, couples, and groups.

She specializes in a wide range of areas, including anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, addictions, grief and loss, workplace and employment issues, women’s issues, diversity and cultural concerns, spirituality, and court-related assessments and recommendations, as well as foster care and adoption-related services.

Dee believes in meeting each client where they are and tailoring treatment to their unique needs. She is committed to creating an inclusive, safe, and supportive environment that fosters trust, healing, growth, and a strong therapeutic alliance.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krystle Peguero

Krystle Peguero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm here to offer a warm, nonjudgmental space for adults dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem struggles, and substance use.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Syd Peterson

Syd Peterson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see therapy as a partnership—one where your voice, values, and lived experience guide the process.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Littleton

Jamie Littleton

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can finally exhale. I strive to create an environment that is supportive, honest, and free of judgment; a place where you feel truly seen and emotionally safe. My approach is collaborative and practical. I don’t just help you understand why you feel the way you do; I help you build real tools to navigate it.

I earned my degree from Cal State Fullerton and have extensive experience working in addiction treatment, eating disorder recovery, and women’s issues. Supporting women is especially meaningful to me. I am deeply passionate about helping women navigate challenges related to self-worth, body image, relationships, boundaries, life transitions, and identity. I understand how trauma, societal expectations, and relational dynamics can shape how women see themselves, and I approach this work with both compassion and clarity.

Together, we focus on strengthening mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and communication skills in ways that feel realistic and sustainable. I blend insight-oriented exploration with concrete strategies, because meaningful change happens when insight meets action. My goal is to help you better understand your patterns, feel more confident managing your emotions, and move forward with greater clarity, self-trust, and resilience.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Juan Perez

Dr. Juan Perez

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I create a nonjudgmental space where you can show up as you are and explore what you want to change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lesley Shapiro

Lesley Shapiro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I view therapy as a collaborative, goal-oriented process focused on practical change rather than unstructured or purely supportive sessions.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Antonio Bañuelos

Antonio Bañuelos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is client centered and strength based, focused on empowering client's involvement in the treatment to their personal recovery.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Deborah Lemus

Deborah Lemus

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy approach is warm and attentive and will be understanding of your challenges and healing process.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hudia Hashemeyan

Hudia Hashemeyan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a culturally informed therapist who understands what it's like navigating multiple cultural systems at once, I support women in reconnecting with themselves, setting boundaries with care, and building lives that feel authentic, grounded and...”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erika Sanchez

Erika Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is flexible and down-to-earth, drawing from different styles depending on what works best for you.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Martinez

Andrea Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use the Community Resiliency Model to help you tune into your body's signals and use grounding skills to navigate stress and emotional challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ann Marie Brown

Ann Marie Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I specialize in depression, anxiety-related disorders, and ADHD in both adolescents and adults, and I've had the privilege of helping hundreds of clients find their way to real, lasting change.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lauren Debski

Lauren Debski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Are you doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results? Have you tried countless times to change a your behavior? Have you recently left inpatient rehabilitation or a psychiatric ward and need additional support? Do you feel like your mood, anxiety, and depression are running your life? Making these changes can be extremely difficult and cannot be done alone. My name is Lauren Debski. I am a dual board-certified family and psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nichole Wofford

Nichole Wofford

Therapist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“I am deeply committed to honoring the full complexity of who you are — including all the ways your cultural, racial, and gender identities shape your experience of the world and of healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriela Lopez-Machon

Gabriela Lopez-Machon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is relational and insight-oriented, informed by psychodynamic thinking. I believe that when we better understand our emotions, past experiences, and relational patterns, we can create meaningful and lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Bret Turecek

Bret Turecek

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe meaningful change comes from new experiences that help us learn something different about ourselves and what we're capable of.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Liliana (Lily) Ramirez

Liliana (Lily) Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm not just your therapist — I'm a mama who has been in the trenches too. After navigating my own postpartum experience and the heartbreak of pregnancy loss, I found my purpose: walking alongside mothers and families during some of life's most tender and transforming moments. Raising my amazing autistic son has also deepened my understanding of what it means to parent with love, resilience, and a whole lot of grace.

I believe healing happens when you feel truly seen — not judged, not rushed, just held. My approach is rooted in authenticity and compassion, creating a space where your full story is welcome. Whether you are struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety, grief, or the emotional weight of a special needs diagnosis, you do not have to carry it alone.

This work is personal to me. And that's exactly why I show up the way I do.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alejandro Bulnes-Mendizabal

Alejandro Bulnes-Mendizabal

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who provides therapy in both Spanish and English, from colloquial to professional levels. My work has included supporting individuals facing HIV/AIDS-related challenges, domestic violence, substance use, loneliness, suicidal thoughts, dual diagnosis, sexuality-related concerns, aging-related issues, and the broader impact these experiences can have on families and support systems. Across community, academic, and clinical settings in Mexico and the U.S., I’ve built a strong foundation in helping people navigate both personal suffering and societal distress.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laal Golbadi

Laal Golbadi

Therapist

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


“What drives my work is I aim to help people feel seen and understood. Meaningful change often starts with safety and attentive listening.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Substance use / addiction
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Okechuku Nwanganga

Okechuku Nwanganga

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am more interested in empowering you to make your own decisions than I am in you doing what is "right."”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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