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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Santa Monica, CA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Santa Monica, CA

Headway supports Santa Monica individuals working through complex trauma with providers experienced in EMDR, relaxation training, and emotion regulation strategies. With 6,917 licensed providers available and appointments as soon as next day, you can begin your trauma recovery journey with flexible scheduling and insurance-covered sessions.

Carol Bartels

Carol Bartels

Therapist

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


“I know that seeking therapy can be scary! It is my desire to help you feel relaxed, understand what to expect...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Andrea James

Andrea James

Therapist

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


My expertise is in child and adolescent anxiety reduction, OCD, autism and ADHD. My goal is to provide education to kids and their parents about anxiety and related and co-occurring conditions. I also frequently treat phobias, separation anxiety, emotion regulation issues, school refusal, learning disabilities, trauma, giftedness and 2e.

I am also experienced in helping adults and children navigate issues related to divorce including coparenting, custody planning, divorce navigation from considering separation (discernment) through divorce mediation/proceedings to post judgment. I also have expertise in helping adults navigate post separation abuse, domestic violence and coercive control.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Roy Elevazo

Roy Elevazo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“Roy builds relationships with clients that can make an impact in improving quality of life, achieving goals, and improving stability for mental health.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Paola Zaldivar

Paola Zaldivar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • San Fernando, CA


“My therapeutic style integrates client-centered and psychodynamic approaches to create a space that is both compassionate and insight-oriented.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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Jeanette Day

Jeanette Day

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I prioritize healing past emotional wounds and empowering clients to apply newly acquired skills, unique abilities, and newfound insights for ongoing personal growth toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Sally Mansour

Sally Mansour

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • La Cañada Flintridge, CA


“I use a strengths based approach to empower you to process negative thoughts and emotions, and tap into internal and external resources to maximize coping and thriving.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, OCD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Michael Gutstadt

Michael Gutstadt

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


I enjoy doing this work and I hope my clients will also. I believe it makes life more interesting and rewarding.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jonna Tamases

Jonna Tamases

Therapist

In-person • 22 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I support you in working through past events, discovering your true self, and learning new skills to empower you.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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Dr. Roger Nolan

Dr. Roger Nolan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • San Marino, CA


“My basic philosophy about therapy is that it's not so much about getting rid of something than it is about seeing it with new eyes.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claudia Williams

Claudia Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I believe in creating a safe space free of judgment, where you can speak about those self-doubts, insecurities, and feelings that have existed from childhood and are affecting your current adult relationships.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Efi Pyladaki

Efi Pyladaki

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Westlake Village, CA


“My approach to therapy focuses on empathy and compassion, insight and empowerment to help my clients live more gratifying lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lakana Nicolas

Lakana Nicolas

Therapist

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


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps individuals and couples navigate life’s more difficult and complex experiences. I specialize in supporting patients in understanding how past experiences impact present-day challenges, so they can move toward a more fulfilling, authentic, and connected life.

PTSD, Trauma, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Garo Demirjian

Garo Demirjian

Therapist

In-person • 25 mi away • Simi Valley, CA


“I'm especially drawn to those carrying the weight of trauma—from early experiences, relationship wounds, or life transitions—who seek a safe, compassionate space to heal.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Steve Kobashigawa

Steve Kobashigawa

Therapist

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


“I've been in personal recovery from gambling and substance use for over twenty-five years, which means I understand addiction not just as a clinician, but as someone who has felt its weight firsthand.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lindsey Araiza

Lindsey Araiza

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I balance practical tools with deeper processing work. That might mean learning concrete coping skills, gently challenging unhelpful thought patterns, or working through traumatic memories so they no longer hold the same emotional charge.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Matt Lehman

Matt Lehman

Therapist

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


“I help you understand your feelings and develop practical tools to manage stress and emotional challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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Cristina Dawes

Cristina Dawes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • 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
Christianne Cardriche

Christianne Cardriche

Therapist

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


“Clients often tell me they feel safe, seen, and supported. I believe in meeting you where you are, walking with you at your own pace, and honoring your unique story.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carly Dosh

Carly Dosh

Therapist

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


“We all deserve a place to talk with someone who we know will not judge or shame us, but instead walk along side us, holding hope and strength until we can hold it ourselves.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yeni Hercules

Yeni Hercules

Therapist

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


As a psychotherapist that have been in practice for 12 years, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step!

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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Jessica Contreras

Jessica Contreras

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I strive to create a supportive, affirming space where you can explore challenges and work toward a more fulfilling life.”
Trauma, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanna Farah

Joanna Farah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My work goes beyond talk therapy to build a flexible nervous system, helping to regulate it, reduce symptoms of trauma, and build resilience.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Jonathan Monteverdi

Jonathan Monteverdi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Westlake Village, CA


“My hope for clients after session is to have built a better understanding of their situation/situations and themselves so that they can practice more of the skills and tools learned in session to move in a direction that is more adaptable and...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Suard

Melissa Suard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Simi Valley, CA


“My approach is supportive, practical, and strength based. I draw from CBT, DBT skills, and EMDR to help clients manage stress, reduce negative self-talk, build emotional awareness, and improve relationships.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Hulan

Sara Hulan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Westlake Vlg, CA


You should know that I genuinely care about the people I work with. I approach therapy with curiosity, compassion, and respect for your lived experience. I believe healing happens through safety, connection, and understanding—not pressure or judgment. My role is to walk alongside you as you make sense of patterns, heal from past experiences, and move toward a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stan Rushing

Stan Rushing

Therapist

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


“Stan's goal is to build upon current strengths to assist clients in the healing and growth processes.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 11 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 4 insurance carriers
Rosa Lizarraga

Rosa Lizarraga

Therapist

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


“My approach is collaborative, curious, and relational, emphasizing a strong therapeutic partnership between client and therapist.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Chiwon Zdanovich

Chiwon Zdanovich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Sierra Madre, CA


“I value guiding and empowering clients to dive deep into their experiences to gain insights that target and heal problems at their root to gain relief.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Pamela Clardy

Pamela Clardy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


Hello, my name is Pam! I have been a therapist for over 18 years, specializing in the treatment of trauma, anxiety and depression. I have had a successful private practice for the past 12 working in-person and virtually. Prior to private practice, I worked primarily in community mental health and was a Clinical Supervisor for two years before moving to private practice full-time.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Fumie Yoshikawa

Fumie Yoshikawa

Therapist

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


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented. I focus on helping clients understand the deeper patterns behind their emotions and relationships while building practical tools for everyday life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kenneth England

Kenneth England

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Westlake Village, CA


“I utilize CBT as a base therapy and multiple trauma therapies including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and TRIP (Trauma Regulation Integration Process).”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erica Mann

Erica Mann

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I don't rush through our sessions. We will take time to talk about what's important to you. We will discuss the latest evidenced based pharmacological options as well as holistic ways to treat your symptoms.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aaron Kellogg

Aaron Kellogg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Valencia, CA


“Aaron believes life-changing therapy stems from the union of evidence-based practices appropriately applied to client's lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erika Kosterlitzky

Erika Kosterlitzky

Therapist

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


I love doing this work! I consider it a great privilege to walk alongside my clients, to partner with them, support them in their journey, and witness their growth.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Almog Shanun

Almog Shanun

Therapist

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


  • I believe therapy is one of the greatest gifts that we can give to ourselves. It is an opportunity to explore and learn about the mysteries of our inner self. When I am working with a client both of us discover a vast new world that waits to unfold. I studied at Pacifica Graduate Institute, a graduate school dedicated to discovering the inner contents of the self and the secrets of the archetypes of our humanity. I believe in working with my clients face to face, together, by sharing a journey in order to learn about the hardships of today while gaining knowledge about past and present experiences. I believe in and encourage my client’s strength and ability to solve their own problems and become the healers of their own wounds. I work as a guide and as a fellow traveler in your journey toward self discovery. With every step we take toward discovery, I work hand in hand with my clients, letting them lead in finding the sources of their suffering and their capability to heal them. Treatment Modalities: Person Centered Therapy, Post Jungian, Family Systems, Trauma Theory, Sex Therapy, and working within the Feminine Principle. I work with LGBTQ community and with all kind of diversity. At Eye Of The Storm counseling I specialize with Adolescents, Adults, Relationships, Individuation, Immigration, Life Changes, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Sexual Issues, Personal Growth and Development, Life Style issues, and Court referrals.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Susanna Boyer

Susanna Boyer

Therapist

In-person • 23 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach in session is client-centered and strengths-based, focused on creating a warm and safe environment for the client.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Gregory Daven

Gregory Daven

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I use a psychodynamic approach to unpack wounds of the past, which can negatively impact current relationships.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie McElwee

Carrie McElwee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I believe in meeting my clients where they are and creating a safe space help them feel empowered, as positive change occurs judgement-free and unapologetic.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cecilia Ibarra

Cecilia Ibarra

Therapist

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


“I provide a warm, supportive space where we can work together to help you feel more grounded, gain clarity, and move toward greater balance in your daily life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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