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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Palo Alto, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Palo Alto, CA

Headway connects Palo Alto residents with 7,084 licensed therapists specializing in trauma recovery and PTSD treatment through evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. Access virtual or in-person sessions with providers experienced in trauma processing, nightmares, and intrusive memories—many available within days.

Mishel Cowart

Mishel Cowart

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My holistic approach to treat depression, anxiety and trauma may incorporate techniques in dream work, creative art, and adaptive reprocessing.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andy Chow

Andy Chow

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe that reaching out for support takes courage. I honor that courage by creating a warm, welcoming space where you can feel safe, understood, and respected.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Eshele Williams

Dr. Eshele Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often end sessions feeling empowered and able to face the challenges they are presented with...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexander Valenzuela

Alexander Valenzuela

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is Alexander Valenzuela PMHNP. I specialize in psychiatric medication management and cognitive behavioral talk therapy. If you're struggling with your mental health and realize you want help, you don't have to do it alone. I am looking forward to starting the journey with you to help achieve your best self.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yasmine Khoushab

Yasmine Khoushab

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is direct yet compassionate, deeply intuitive, and rooted in helping you access your own inner power and emotional truth.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Francesca Mephors

Francesca Mephors

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I take the time to understand my patients' needs and concerns, and I will work with you to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to you as an individual.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Direct, Energetic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joseph Burton

Joseph Burton

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Joseph Burton, LCSW. I am a trauma-informed and culturally responsive therapist who specializes in supporting individuals living with blindness, low vision, and other disabilities. I understand that adjusting to changes in vision, identity, and independence can bring up complex emotions—grief, anxiety, frustration, or feeling misunderstood or isolated. You deserve a space where your lived experience is honored, and where healing can happen at your pace.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aldemar Martinez

Aldemar Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello!

My name is Aldemar. I have 30 years of experience in the field of mental health, in various capacities. I have a degree in Psychology from Sonoma State University and a Master's degree from Sacramento State University. I specialize in trauma work, Anxiety, Couples therapy, and substance use issues.

I am glad you are here. I commend you for having taken the difficult step to ask for support! I do know that it can feel overwhelming to start therapy, yet here you are; congratulations!

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yazmin Rojas Cameron

Yazmin Rojas Cameron

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered throught their healing journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Norma Rosales

Dr. Norma Rosales

Therapist

Virtual • San Fernando, CA


“Helping my clients grow, heal from trauma, and find solutions to their challenges has been a fulfilling journey...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Scott Elizondo

Scott Elizondo

Therapist

Virtual • San Marcos, CA


“My laid back and relaxed style creates a space where Clients feel safe in sharing and processing difficult feelings and emotions.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Virginia Green

Dr. Virginia Green

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lawndale, CA


“Your first session will be an opportunity to share what is keeping you up at night with a kind, irreverent, loving and generous human.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emily Arai

Emily Arai

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should feel like a collaborative and grounded space where you can show up as you are without pressure to have everything figured out.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angelita Cortez

Angelita Cortez

Therapist

Virtual • California


My background ranges from offering mental health and art therapy services to individuals experiencing anxiety, stress related to life transitions, grief and loss as well as trauma recovery. I completed my dual Masters Degree in Art Therapy and Counseling at Southwestern College in New Mexico. I'm a Licensed Therapist in CA and enjoy supporting people create a life worth living.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassidy Bradehoft-Masters

Cassidy Bradehoft-Masters

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Cassidy, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that healing starts with a warm, genuine connection. If you’ve been struggling with the weight of depression or anxiety, I’m here to walk alongside you with kindness and understanding. I love combining the 'science' of therapy with human connection, making sure you feel seen and supported while we break down the big stressors into more manageable pieces.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adrian Tiller

Adrian Tiller

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Rosa, CA


“Treatment includes helping you see how anxious thoughts lead to anxious feelings--and physical symptoms. Using mindfulness, I help clients increase awareness of their worried or anxious thoughts.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Reichman

Rachel Reichman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“When working with me you can expect to experience somatic approaches that help create a sense of safety for your nervous system, while addressing trauma, attachment wounds, and significant life events.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Waszczuk-Howlin

Diana Waszczuk-Howlin

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe that every person has an innate capacity for healing and I am interested in helping people discover theirs.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lovinda Dabo

Lovinda Dabo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a decade of experience working with adults, teenagers, and couples facing depression, anxiety, life transitions, communication challenges and much more.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Mendez

Emily Mendez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in treating grief and related issues, including depression, anxiety, and life transitions.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lisa Johnson

Lisa Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I understand that reaching out for help is often one of the hardest steps—and I want to acknowledge your strength in taking it.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stacy Hajarian

Stacy Hajarian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Monica, CA


“My approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy. Because lasting change usually requires both structure and depth.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monique Strickland

Monique Strickland

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to ensure that each client feels heard, respected, supported and empowered from the very beginning of their care journey.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kaylee Kryzer

Kaylee Kryzer

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Barbara, CA


“Clients have noted they can tell I genuinely enjoy connecting with them, and have emphasized feeling sessions are safe, non-intimidating, accepting, and steady.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Yaifeh Chafeh

Yaifeh Chafeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who believes everyone deserves to feel heard, supported, and treated with kindness. I create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, mood changes, and other mental health concerns. Along with medication management, I also use supportive therapy techniques, including CBT and motivational interviewing, to help clients build healthy coping skills and feel more confident in their daily lives.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Sylvia Turk

Dr. Sylvia Turk

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive experience as a therapist working in primary care, and believes firmly in coordination of medical and psychological issues.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Madahi Macias

Madahi Macias

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a first generation Latina therapist. I am passionate about breaking the stigma of mental health in my community helping others break through cycles of generational trauma.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keeley Estrada

Keeley Estrada

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


Hello! I'm Keeley Estrada, LMFT. I am passionate about supporting my clients in connecting with themselves and what truly matters to them. I understand the importance of having a therapist who gets you and what you are going through.

I completed my masters in marriage and family therapy at USC and bachelors in psychology at SJSU. I have experience working in all levels of care including private practice, community mental health agencies, intensive outpatient, and partial hospitalization.

Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Virginia Conesa

Virginia Conesa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Calabasas, CA


“I believe in the soul's impulse to be seen, felt, and healed. The therapeutic containment is essential and only through our relationship and trust...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Echlin

Thomas Echlin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will meet you wherever you are and respect whatever you feel and believe - and we will work together to help you see when and how you can take control of those feelings.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jennifer Harber

Jennifer Harber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jarah Trenier

Jarah Trenier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Porter Ranch, CA


“I believe healing happens in connection—when we feel safe enough to explore what we've had to keep hidden.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Christine Magnon

Christine Magnon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm not here to "fix" you—I'm here to help you better understand yourself, your relationships, and what you need to feel more grounded and connected in your life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Karen Church

Karen Church

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to take away an added sense of hope and conviction that they can make it through even difficult times...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jennifer Misko

Jennifer Misko

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize EMDR, CBT and other therapeutic modalities with a strengths-based approach and from a faith-based perspective...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amy Barnet

Amy Barnet

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that all clients have the ability to change with guidance and unconditional empathic support.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Caitlin Graham

Caitlin Graham

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hola! I'm happy that you're here looking for the support you deserve. I use an integrative approach to incorporate various therapeutic modalities to meet your unique needs. I have an extensive history of working with trauma, depression, life transitions, cultural identity issues, self esteem building and relationship issues.

PTSD, Trauma, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dominique Furukawa

Dominique Furukawa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy style is warm and interactive. I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and also provide short term solution focused interventions as needed.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Christy Zeegen

Christy Zeegen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“She firmly believes in the intertwined relationship between holistic health and achieving balance in one's life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hazel Huynh

Hazel Huynh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a bilingual Asian mental health therapist fluent in both Vietnamese and English, dedicated to supporting neurodiverse adults, including those with ASD, ADHD, and co-occurring conditions.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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