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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Lake Forest, CA

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Marie Sangel

Marie Sangel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Placentia, CA


“I am a strong advocate for the inherent human need for meaningful communication, a sense of steady ground, and the comforting reassurance that we are not alone.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Michael Nicolas

Michael Nicolas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“My approach is patient centered and collaborative, focusing on understanding each person's needs and treatment goals.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristin Blaney

Kristin Blaney

Therapist

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


“I am a certified EMDR therapist with special emphasis placed on childhood traumas (complex PTSD), first responders and military families.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Saira Miranda

Saira Miranda

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Corona, CA


“I am committed to creating an open and safe environment to help you overcome challenges, stresses, and/or adversity.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Diana Navarro

Diana Navarro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


“By healing ourselves, we heal our ancestors. My goal as a therapist is to help clients become the most authentic version of themselves and take up space unapologetically.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heidi Dryer

Heidi Dryer

Therapist

In-person • 16 mi away • Yorba Linda, CA


“Complex trauma leaves a lasting blueprint on your mind, body, and nervous system, which is why traditional talk therapy alone often feels like it isn't enough.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Joseph Kozinski

Joseph Kozinski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Chino Hills, CA


Let me help you with anxiety, depression, grief recovery, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, addictive/co-dependence issues, self esteem, and other serious life issues. I hold an MA Degree in marriage, family and child counseling. I conducted my LMFT practicum at Loma Linda Behavioral Medical Center.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sofia Mossa

Sofia Mossa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Yorba Linda, CA


“My goal in therapy is to provide a safe, trusting and supportive space where together we can come up with immediate and long-term goals in therapy.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maximiliano Cabellos

Maximiliano Cabellos

Therapist

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


Hi

My name is Maximiliano Cabellos, LMFT


I am here to support you in addressing your needs and help you discover an appropriate and healthy approach. My goal is to assist you in getting to the root of challenges and overcoming them to live a more fulfilled life.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacy Woolman

Stacy Woolman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Brea, CA


My hope is to help the client and families reach their goals and to provide them with a safe and non-judgmental place to do that. When working with a client, I will assist in allowing the clients to process their feelings and thoughts in a safe and non-judgmental environment.

I am fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and have a strong understanding of deaf culture.

I have many years of experience working with couples, families, adults, young adults, teens, and children.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maggie Yousef

Maggie Yousef

Therapist

In-person • 22 mi away • Brea, CA


“My approach is grounded, supportive, and focused on lasting change; real healing, not just short-term coping.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynn Burk

Lynn Burk

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I'm trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), a rapid and effective eye-movement therapy used to treat trauma, PTSD, panic attacks, and more.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aukse Goktepe

Aukse Goktepe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“At the clinic, we treat patients like family and strive to provide the best mental health care by incorporating different treatment modalities to help you feel your best.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kimmy Hunkle

Kimmy Hunkle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I don't believe therapy should consist of spending years talking in circles while your life stays the same.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Vinessa Gaerlan-Finch

Vinessa Gaerlan-Finch

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“My approach centers on establishing a collaborative partnership with each client to create comprehensive and personalized treatments.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Destinee Torres

Destinee Torres

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Los Alamitos, CA


“I strive for every patient to leave each visit feeling empowered, hopeful, and confident in the path ahead.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Timothy Won

Timothy Won

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • La Palma, CA


“I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, and relationship challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karyn Jones

Karyn Jones

Therapist

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


“My approach is trauma-informed, and I'm committed to creating a safe and trusting space where you can explore your experiences and work towards healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ese Ogbetuo

Ese Ogbetuo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Montclair, CA


“I use a holistic approach in managing various disorders enabling individuals to maintain a healthy lifestyle...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gerrald Angeles

Gerrald Angeles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


“My approach is practical and individualized. I take time to understand your symptoms, history, treatment goals, and medication concerns before making recommendations.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lindsey Ritter-Ingorvaia

Lindsey Ritter-Ingorvaia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Murrieta, CA


“We create a safe space where you feel heard and understood, using evidence-based techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution-focused methods.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wendy Escobar

Wendy Escobar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Upland, CA


“My goal is to provide a safe space for you to discuss your concerns to change your life for the better.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Jensen

Heather Jensen

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and steady. I integrate evidence‐based modalities with a grounded therapeutic presence, creating a space where clients can explore openly, build insight, and move toward greater clarity and resilience.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Angela Hernandez

Angela Hernandez

Therapist

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


“I take a warm, down-to-earth approach and strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and understood.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Luis Lamadrid

Luis Lamadrid

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Riverside, CA


“Carlos welcomes the opportunity to listen to you with an open mind and an open heart by offering a grounded therapeutic space to walk with you on your healing journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Uchenna Orji

Dr. Uchenna Orji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Riverside, CA


“Dr. Orji, believes that the life of the individual has a supreme value, and therefore centers his care to realize that supreme value...”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha

Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Norwalk, CA


“I will utilize a person-centered approach by providing unconditional positive regard and implementing active listening and supportive reflection to establish trust and build therapeutic rapport.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cristina Dawes

Cristina Dawes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Pedro, CA


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Romyna Becker

Romyna Becker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Riverside, CA


“I integrate the latest neuroscience research to help you learn about your autonomic nervous system through a somatic-based therapy model called Brainspotting.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kelly Quintana

Kelly Quintana

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Long Beach, CA


Welcome, I'm Kelly! I am a License Marriage and Family therapist who works with individuals and families to transform patterns that have become obstacles and improve relationships. I provide a non-judgmental, supportive space where you can feel heard. You will have the opportunity to learn new ways of thinking and being to help change happen.

PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maureen McGlynn

Maureen McGlynn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I specialize in working with professionals who are burned out, questioning their path, or feeling alone in leadership.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christina Anakor

Christina Anakor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Bernardino, CA


“My approach to care is rooted in compassion, trust, and understanding. I take time to listen beyond symptoms...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Charlene Azonwu

Charlene Azonwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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
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
Alireza Nikpour

Alireza Nikpour

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Redlands, CA


“I see medication as one important tool — not the only one — and I take time to understand your full picture before making recommendations.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teru Kanazawa

Teru Kanazawa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
David Trejo

David Trejo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Dr. Sharie Stines

Dr. Sharie Stines

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • La Habra, CA


“With decades of experience and a trauma-informed background, I bring a compassionate, comprehensive approach to therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ahila Muthaiya

Ahila Muthaiya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“She emphasizes that there are many other approaches that can be taken before resorting to medication adjustments.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
George Holbrook

George Holbrook

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Burbank, CA


“I am invested in an approach emphasizing a more integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach to helping my clients heal.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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