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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Irvine, CA

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Louis An

Louis An

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.9 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I believe in self-determination. I am not a very directive therapist that will tell clients what to do and what not to do.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.6 mi away • Irvine, CA


“My ultimate goal is to support you not only in reducing symptoms, but in restoring hope, establishing balance, and moving toward the life you truly deserve.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Madison Gavela

Madison Gavela

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I believe therapy is not about fixing what's "broken," but about reconnecting with your inner resilience...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Salma Shah

Salma Shah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.8 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I'm a relational trauma psychotherapist specializing in healing from childhood attachment trauma and how we see ourselves and relate to other, breakups, divorce, and toxic abusive relationships.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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Beverly Oden

Beverly Oden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.8 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I'm trained in body-centered therapies that help clients regulate their nervous systems and reconnect with their body's innate wisdom & ability to heal.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Tara Etemad-Haary

Tara Etemad-Haary

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.2 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I believe we heal through new experiences in relationships, especially when our struggles were shaped within them.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Clara D'Agostino

Clara D'Agostino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.2 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specialized in mental health and women's issues. I use Expressive Arts and EMDR strategies to address trauma and anxiety. I am directive and supportive.

PTSD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Matthew Langus

Dr. Matthew Langus

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.5 mi away • Tustin, CA


I have been in the psychology field for over 20 years. I have an extensive background treating public safety, military, hospital personnel and there families for trauma, work related stressors and family issues. I have treated people who have survived trauma and I am also a trauma survivor. I have worked substance abuse treatment facilities and both inpatient and out patient psychiatric hospitals treating moderate to severe mental heath problems.

I am experienced in conducting diagnostic testing evaluations, fitness for work and pre-employment evaluations. I am a court recognized expert in a few different areas.

Due to my time practicing and vast experience nothing suprises me. I have seen, heard or dealt with most things in the this field. You cannot put a price tag on experience. I have also lived life and have experienced many things myself that clients come into my office wanting help with. I don't know about you but I like getting help from those that have treated the issues in the past or have gone through it themselves versus those that have read about it in books.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Chu

Julie Chu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • Tustin, CA


“Julie brings extensive experience from both inpatient psychiatric and inpatient chemical dependency settings, allowing her to effectively support individuals with primary mental health concerns as well as complex dual-diagnosis presentations.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Azizeh Chamani

Azizeh Chamani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Irvine, CA


I specialize in EMDR therapy for trauma, PTSD, and anxiety related to chronic stress and difficult life experiences. I work with adults seeking lasting relief from trauma symptoms, including first responders and individuals recovering from overwhelming or life-changing events.

PTSD, Trauma, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamisyn Atlas

Jamisyn Atlas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Irvine, CA


“Living in conflict with ourselves can create deep emotional pain, making it crucial that we treat ourselves with loving kindness instead of criticism or blame.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Dr. Cathy Evangelatos

Dr. Cathy Evangelatos

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I specialize in psychodynamic psychotherapy, a depth-oriented form of therapy... Together, we explore the connections between your past and present — including processing past trauma and recurring relationship patterns.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Holly Kempler

Holly Kempler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


Since I was a just a small child I held deep empathy and curiosity for other human beings. Ultimately, this lead me to obtain my MSW with a concentration in mental health and sub-concentration in school social work. Along the way, I have worked in many different community-based settings (mobile crisis, K-12 schools, outpatient behavioral health, drop-in centers, residential settings, and complex trauma treatment centers) serving folks from across the lifespan, witnessing so much growth and resilience along the way. I am particularly well-equipped to support children, teens, young adults, and parents.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ning Cornwell

Ning Cornwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


Hi, my name is Ning! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. For the past seven years, I have worked with children, teens, adults, and older adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, major life transitions, complex mental health conditions. My clinical work focuses on anxiety and mood disorders, and I combine cognitive and somatic techniques with talk therapy to address root causes and foster lasting personal growth.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori Vasquez

Lori Vasquez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“My style is affirming, solution-oriented, and empowering—I meet clients where they are, listen without judgment, and tailor care to their unique needs.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ariane Djeussoung

Ariane Djeussoung

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 2.9 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I believe in treating symptoms by using an holistic approach in addressing the root causes of mental health issues.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sandra Castillo

Sandra Castillo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Santa Ana, CA


“I believe that mental wellness is the foundation for a fulfilling life, yet I know that reaching out for help is often the hardest step.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tongqing Zhu

Tongqing Zhu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I focus on healing the family as a whole, not just the individual with compassion and attachment-based methods...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brooke Huffstetler

Brooke Huffstetler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


Outside of private practice, I have worked at Ocean Recovery as a therapist since 2014, thus specialize in working with women seeking help from eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and infertility.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Manuel Cruz

Manuel Cruz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.3 mi away • Tustin, CA


“I strive to create a safe, non-judgemental environment where I can meet my clients where they are and help them learn to become the best version of themselves.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Seong-Hye Mau

Seong-Hye Mau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.3 mi away • Tustin, CA


“I resigned from a Corporate career of 15 years to fulfill my passion for working with teens and young adults!”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelby Ammann

Shelby Ammann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“I work with teens and adults navigating complex trauma, anxiety, sleep concerns, and depression—often when symptoms feel persistent despite effort or prior therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Chelsea Sutter

Chelsea Sutter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Tustin, CA


I specialize in working with adults experiencing burnout, chronic stress/anxiety, trauma, and neurodivergence. As a neurodivergent therapist who has navigated my own experiences with burnout, I understand how exhausting it can be to constantly feel "on" for everyone else. I’m especially passionate about supporting helping professionals, caregivers, and high-achieving folks who spend so much energy caring for others that they forget to care for themselves. I also bring my full personality into the therapy room (including humor, authenticity, and the occasional slightly twisted joke) when the moment calls for it.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mahsan Behnoud

Mahsan Behnoud

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • Irvine, CA


“Together we can identify mental/emotional blocks, reprocess past disturbing memories, and develop mental agility to experience the life you deserve to flourish in.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ali Rumani

Ali Rumani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • Irvine, CA


“My approach is integrative and culturally sensitive, drawing from mindfulness-based practices, CBT, and psychodynamic work.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krystal Thorburn

Krystal Thorburn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.5 mi away • Tustin, CA


“I specialize in mind-body treatment for anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, trauma and adjustment disorders, life transition challenges, relationship issues, self-esteem, and everyday struggles.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rodolfo Gomez

Rodolfo Gomez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I believe that a therapist can encourage you to recognize your strengths so that you can use them to help you grow.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Brenna Dumerton

Brenna Dumerton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Santa Ana, CA


“I'm committed to delivering holistic care, not only managing symptoms but also improving quality of life and overall well-being.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Jose Cholula Bruno

Dr. Jose Cholula Bruno

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Santa Ana, CA


“I specialize in working with professionals, athletes, coaches, trainers, and other high-achieving individuals to address areas of anxiety and stress.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nate Anderson

Nate Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 mi away • Costa Mesa, CA


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your own life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vimal Patel

Vimal Patel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • Santa Ana, CA


Hi, I’m Vimal Patel, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in healthcare. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing and have a background in both psychiatric and intensive care nursing. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders using a combination of medication management and supportive therapy. My approach is compassionate, culturally sensitive, and centered around your unique needs and goals. I'm here to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered on your mental health journey.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Juan Banda

Juan Banda

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5 mi away • Santa Ana, CA


“His clinical approach integrates EMDR-informed, trauma-focused, and solution-focused interventions to help clients reduce emotional distress, build resilience, improve self-efficacy, and develop healthier patterns of thinking and behavior.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shavvonne Walls

Shavvonne Walls

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • Newport Beach, CA


“Imagine if your symptoms no longer controlled you. You feel safe and confident that you can face life challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Harber

Jennifer Harber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away • Laguna Hills, CA


“My approach to therapy is warm, friendly, kind, and creative. I enjoy guiding clients to see a different perspective or unhealthy patterns in their lives by using traditional talk therapy, art, sand, or play.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Moina Khan

Moina Khan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.4 mi away • Fountain Valley, CA


“I believe strongly in the therapeutic alliance, founded on mutual trust, engagement, and belief in the process of therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Aird

Steven Aird

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Lake Forest, CA


“I focus on establishing a safe, collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship, creating the framework for the work we will do together.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcela Castellanos

Marcela Castellanos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Lake Forest, CA


“I have helped guide adults, and adolescents from various cultural backgrounds, who struggle with various challenges in life, such as disturbances from childhood, trauma, anxiety, and depression.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Eima Mesgarha

Dr. Eima Mesgarha

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Irvine, CA


Hi & Welcome. We all face challenges at times throughout our lives. We may need support finding self-awareness and compassion which I believe is the key in the healing process. I enjoy acting as an empowering guide along your journey. I believe in our innate capacity to change and create a meaningful and UPLIFTING life. My goal for you is to foster a safe, accepting and also challenging space that encourages personal growth and empowers you to make positive changes that support your values.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Joanna Schrudder

Joanna Schrudder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.3 mi away • Orange, CA


“I work collaboratively to create safe space where my clients can explore their stories, strengths, and foster meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sara Asadifar

Sara Asadifar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.8 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I like to point out body language and any emotions I see clients resist talking about as a way to go deeper.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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