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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Monrovia, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Monrovia, CA

Monrovia residents dealing with trauma triggers, flashbacks, or emotional numbness can access specialized PTSD treatment through Headway's network of compassionate providers trained in trauma-focused CBT, EMDR, and relaxation techniques. Many sessions are covered by insurance, with patients saving an average of 75% and some paying as low as $0 per session.

Esmeralda Garcia

Esmeralda Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe space to process your thoughts where you will be asked difficult questions and will be supported to grow and explore options.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Aiyao Ouyang

Aiyao Ouyang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, grounded, and collaborative. I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can be honest, understood, and supported while also being gently challenged toward growth.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Daniel Egharevba

Daniel Egharevba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I take time to understand your symptoms, history, and strengths so we can build a treatment plan that supports long‐term stability and meaningful progress.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Adriana Tapia Cuevas

Adriana Tapia Cuevas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and client-centered, focusing on creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and empowered.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alma Sauceda

Alma Sauceda

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Veronica Harrison

Veronica Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, practical, and collaborative. I aim to meet clients where they are while helping them move toward greater clarity, confidence, and balance.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Guyot

Melissa Guyot

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a combination of talk therapy and somatic practices to allow for a deeper resolution of past trauma...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeff Widenhofer

Jeff Widenhofer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you already have what it takes to heal. My job is not to fix you but to help you find the path that makes sense for you...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shari Lachin

Shari Lachin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that prioritizing your mental health is one of the greatest investments you can make in yourself.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Nicole Mantegna

Dr. Nicole Mantegna

Psychologist

Virtual • Mission Viejo, CA


I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationship challenges. If you're seeking more short-term coping, we can explore the patterns shaping your experiences to support lasting, meaningful change. My approach is trauma-informed and attachment focused - always guided by your goals. Therapy is a warm, collaborative space where we process experiences, strengthen communication, and build more secure, fulfilling relationships.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Hinojosa

Elizabeth Hinojosa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Liz's philosophy as a healer and alchemist is to honor each experience entrusted to her by offering a nonjudgemental space filled with empathy, compassion and sense of humor.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rita Phetmixay

Rita Phetmixay

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm deeply honored to support folks from the Southeast Asian diaspora, children of refugees and immigrants, QTBIPOC communities, survivors of sexual trauma and gender-based violence, and those doing the hard work of organizing and fighting for...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chally Grundwag

Chally Grundwag

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Mateo, CA


Hello,

I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. My goal as a therapist is to support you in your journey to regain trust in your unique strengths and overcome life's challenging situations, and help you make your life happier and more meaningful. My style is warm, collaborative, and culturally sensitive.

I have been in practice for over a decade, and work with a wide range of conditions including trauma, depression and complex life transitions.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Deborah Wagner

Deborah Wagner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“Together in a safe environment we will work mindfully in the here and now, looking back at your history when we need to...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Troy Nickell

Troy Nickell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Vien Nguyen

Vien Nguyen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Vien takes a holistic, patient-centered approach, considering each client's mental, physical, and social well-being.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lorre Webb

Lorre Webb

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and real. Therapy with me isn't about judgment or fixing you—because you're not broken.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Dutton

Dr. Dutton

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“The best part of my job is being able to walk alongside my clients as they grow and heal, becoming the best possible version of themselves!”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Mariefaye Ramos

Mariefaye Ramos

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“In each instance, Dr. Ramos employs a compassionate and multifaceted approach to treatment, providing evidence-based pharmacotherapy tailored to individual needs...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Felicia Stansbury

Felicia Stansbury

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert in your own life. My role is to walk alongside you as we explore challenges, build insight, and identify the tools and perspectives that support the changes you want to make.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Myers

Melissa Myers

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes that therapy works best when you feel truly heard — not judged. I bring warmth, honesty, and a no-nonsense approach to our work together. My goal is for every client to leave each session feeling a little more understood and a little more equipped than when they walked in. I work with most major insurance plans, so getting quality care shouldn't have to break the bank.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Xiaojing Ma

Dr. Xiaojing Ma

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize a holistic approach incorporating different modalities to help clients achieve well-being through mind, body, and spirit.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Alicia Layedra

Alicia Layedra

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel seen, respected, and supported exactly as you are.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kaitlin Kimmel

Kaitlin Kimmel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that true healing in psychotherapy requires digging deep to uncover the root causes of the challenge you're facing in this season of your life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Ryan

Robert Ryan

Therapist

Virtual • Agoura Hills, CA


I veiw the path of a human life span, as each of us interact and peerceives the environment around us in our own unique way. My goal is to help clients look at their options, evaluate choices towarda healthier outcome. My work has involved in helping clients toward building better communication between couples, family members, and individual relationships. It is my belief that counseling / psychotherapy can provide a safe place where personal challenges can be processed, and finding choices toward enhancing the quality of life and improve relationships.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Manuel Soto

Manuel Soto

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the goal of therapy is to foster an environment that is safe and non-judgmental allowing clients to feel accepted and understood.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jenna Failinger

Jenna Failinger

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a former collegiate athlete, I have a passion for working with athletes navigating the unique pressures of competition, performance, identity, and life transitions.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rebecca Heisler

Rebecca Heisler

Therapist

Virtual • Temecula, CA


“Life is relationship. Most people come to therapy because something in their relationships no longer feels the way they want it to.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Faraguna

Cindy Faraguna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am dual board-certified as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner with a passion for functional medicine. I believe mental health is best addressed by looking at the whole person—mind, body, and soul. I’ve been working in healthcare for over 20 years. Through my experience in mental health, I have the privilege of working with adults aged 21–60. I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, mood disorders, and eating disorders, offering a safe and respectful space for growth and healing.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shawna Uskokovic

Shawna Uskokovic

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is always tailored to each person's unique needs, but I often draw from CBT, DBT, grief counseling, and narrative therapy...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ana Melendez

Ana Melendez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a collaborative and strengths-based approach, tailoring our work to your unique needs, goals, and experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Leslie Pritchett

Leslie Pritchett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and understood.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robin Austin

Robin Austin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach involves building on your strengths as an individual, and using your personal values as a guide to create a fulfilling and authentic life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chad Schwartzman

Chad Schwartzman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is creative, lively and experiential. The awareness that will come with this journey of discovery, coupled with a genuine therapeutic relationship between us, will lead to long-term growth and healing.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Blake Moreno

Blake Moreno

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a great listener, patient, kind, and eager to work alongside my clients identifying natural strengths and incorporating them with coping skills to improve their quality of life.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Brandon Brawner

Dr. Brandon Brawner

Psychologist

Virtual • Oakland, CA


“Attentive listening, open dialogue, compassionate inquiry and a strong sense of adventure are my therapeutic guidelines.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nelida Padron

Nelida Padron

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in supporting adolescents and young adults dealing with school-related stress, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Julia Tucker

Julia Tucker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe your emotional wellbeing is connected to your relationships, your nervous system, your body, and your life circumstances, and I treat it that way.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Art Gutierrez

Art Gutierrez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a compassionate, collaborative, and judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their treatment journey.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Ryan Stevenson

Dr. Ryan Stevenson

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I view my role as helping support the inner wisdom and innate healing abilities of those I work with.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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