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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in La Mesa, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in La Mesa, CA

Trauma recovery in La Mesa doesn't have to feel isolating. Our network of compassionate providers specializes in trauma-focused approaches like EMDR and Prolonged Exposure to help process traumatic experiences and regain emotional stability. Flexible scheduling and affordable care through insurance make healing accessible.

Kayo Imamura

Kayo Imamura

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I will meet you in these difficult places and we will walk together, helping you break through to find hope, power, connection and energy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thi Wlodarski

Thi Wlodarski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • San Diego, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety disorders, OCD, phobias, and trauma.

You can visit my website for more information: https://www.thiwlodarskilmft.com

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fabian Escobedo

Fabian Escobedo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Chula Vista, CA


“I have trainings in trauma-focused therapies and can hold space even for the most sensitive and personal experiences people have lived.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Raskin

Mark Raskin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away • San Diego, CA


“Mark is a supportive, perceptive and skilled therapist, offering a safe therapeutic space, and capable of being fully present with his clients.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ashley Quiroz

Ashley Quiroz

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 6.5 mi away • San Diego, CA


“With over fifteen years of clinical experience, I focus on individual, couples, and family therapy for adults 18 and older.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Rosemarie Sachs

Rosemarie Sachs

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away • Chula Vista, CA


“I am a therapist that builds all therapeutic services and contacts on the foundation of the humanistic approach, that is, a relational style that includes being empathetic, real and genuine as well as being affirming to others.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Roger Brian Storrs

Dr. Roger Brian Storrs

Psychologist

In-person • 11 mi away • San Diego, CA


“The foundation of my training comes from Neo-Freudian thinking and practice, holding an optimistic view of personality development.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nuri Alberga

Nuri Alberga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I specialize in helping adults with anxiety, depression, or ADHD when medications haven't worked well or have caused unwanted side effects.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Soraya Behbehani

Soraya Behbehani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your inner world and reconnect with your natural capacity for healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Carson Jaffrey

Carson Jaffrey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • San Diego, CA


“Grief, desperation, and self-inflicted suffering brought me to the point of reaching out for help many years ago and soon the seas began to calm.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brian Lamoreux

Brian Lamoreux

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • San Diego, CA


Hi, I'm Brian! I'm a licensed counselor with a background in holistic medicine as well. I've worked with a variety of mental health concerns, with my primary specialty being treating trauma.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lizeth Ma

Lizeth Ma

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.4 mi away • Chula Vista, CA


I am a passionate clinical therapist who loves working with children, women, couples and families going through challenging times. Are you and your your child having trouble communicating? Are you and your spouse having trouble communicating? Do you see them going through a hard time, long to help but don't know how? Do you suffer from Bipolar Disorder? I am here for you. Do you feel undone by anxiety or depression and don't know how to "shake it off"?

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jodi Tompkins

Dr. Jodi Tompkins

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • La Jolla, CA


“I provide a unique combination of psychotherapy and coaching that builds on individual strengths to improve personal, relational, professional, and family lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kristin Doherty

Kristin Doherty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I believe therapy should be a supportive space, where you can truly be seen and your story handled with care.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kyle Glover

Dr. Kyle Glover

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • San Diego, CA


“Therapy can be more than "getting by"—it can be about opening space for freedom, meaning, and the life you truly want to live.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sharmin Nabi

Dr. Sharmin Nabi

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My approach combines evidence-based medication management with psychodynamic and supportive principles.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stephanie Massey

Stephanie Massey

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • San Diego, CA


I am very honest, caring, real and genuine. Encouragement and support for their future journey.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joyce DeVera

Joyce DeVera

Therapist

In-person • 18 mi away • San Diego, CA


Are you are experiencing verbal and/or mental abuse from a romantic partner, a parent, sibling, friend, co-worker? Do you struggle with your own internal thoughts (e.g. "you’re not good enough”, "it's all your fault", “you are not a priority”). Maybe you’ve lost someone and you’re grieving. You are emotionally exhausted because of the pain you hide and the inability to say "no". You tell yourself the good is good but the bad is bad. You're scared and confused on what to do or how to "fix" things. These experiences create rumination, avoidance, trauma, anxiety, and more.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Louisa Triandis

Louisa Triandis

Therapist

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


“I have over 25 years of experience helping children, teens, families, adults and couples build on their strengths and get clear about what they want for their futures.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Troy Nickell

Troy Nickell

Therapist

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


“I really love helping people identify purpose and create a clear and simple way to reach their goals, for the betterment of themselves and those around them.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erica Bruckner

Erica Bruckner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Del Mar, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth, and I strive to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shih Chiang Tang

Shih Chiang Tang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and have a particular passion for working with high-risk clients navigating suicidal ideation, self-harm, and intense emotional distress.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Skouse

Katie Skouse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Solana Beach, CA


“My approach is warm, humanistic, and attachment-based. Together, we will use your emotional system as a compass to navigate modern struggles, break old patterns, and understand your story deeply without blame or shame.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tiffany Trent

Tiffany Trent

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • 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
Kristina Bailey

Kristina Bailey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I provide a safe and warm environment where one can learn about themselves, and problem solve ways to better their mental health trajectory.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
James McJunkin

James McJunkin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • 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 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sam Castro

Sam Castro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • 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
Dr. Lara Dye

Dr. Lara Dye

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • 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 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer Marino-Kibbee

Jennifer Marino-Kibbee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Encinitas, CA


“I strive to create a safe and affirming space where you feel comfortable enough to open up and begin to trust in the relationship we're developing.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sean Harris

Dr. Sean Harris

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Cardiff, CA


“My approach to therapy is client-centered and collaborative, focusing on integrating Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) principles.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Aguirre

Megan Aguirre

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • 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
John Boyce

John Boyce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • 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 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Grant Horner

Dr. Grant Horner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Carlsbad, CA


“I have a holistic approach to therapy believing all areas of our life (mental, emotional, spiritual, physical, sexual) are connected and impact our overall mental health.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jesus Velazquez

Jesus Velazquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Escondido, CA


“I use an integrative approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Adlerian principles, helping clients understand how thoughts, behaviors, and life experiences shape their current challenges while working toward meaningful,...”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elma Samantha Quintero

Elma Samantha Quintero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Vista, CA


“I believe you are the expert of your own story—my role is to walk alongside you with compassion, encouragement, and respect.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Randy Ogle

Randy Ogle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • San Marcos, CA


“My goal is to provide a supportive, respectful space where you feel heard and understood, while also helping you develop practical tools to move forward in your life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ronda Jacobs Lmft

Ronda Jacobs Lmft

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • San Marcos, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and Lead Clinician. I received my Master of Arts from Western Kentucky University have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1996 and provided services in child welfare settings involving abused and neglected children and parents who experienced addiction, trauma, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. I also have years of experience working in a private practice setting, working with teens, adults, couples and active duty military. I also specialize in treating trauma and PTSD using EMDR.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shaliss Padilla Lmft

Shaliss Padilla Lmft

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • San Marcos, CA


I am Shaliss Padilla MA, LMFT, the Founder, CEO and Clinical Supervisor of group private practice MindbodyologyTM. I am also a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology. In addition, I am a Holistic Psychotherapist, (or what I have coined a MindbodyologistTM), also a Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Specialist. I offer live and online support groups and workshops for survivors of narcissitic abuse and toxic relationships.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katelyn Brady

Katelyn Brady

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a special focus on perinatal psychiatry and women's mental health.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lisa Ritter

Lisa Ritter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Temecula, CA


“I draw from research-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), to help you build insight, re-wire negative thinking, and strengthen emotional resilience.”
PTSD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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