Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists in Kern County, CA
I treat adults, typically between the ages of 18-60, for a broad range of psychiatric conditions, with a particular interest in anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and PTSD.
It is my goal to make psychiatric care accessible, comfortable, non-judgmental, and authentic. My approach is to act as a guide, and collaborator. To ensure we have a productive first visit, please be sure to fill out your intake form in advance! During our first visit, we will complete a full mental health assessment and evaluation.
I treat adults, typically between the ages of 18-60, for a broad range of psychiatric conditions, with a particular interest in anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and PTSD.
It is my goal to make psychiatric care accessible, comfortable, non-judgmental, and authentic. My approach is to act as a guide, and collaborator. To ensure we have a productive first visit, please be sure to fill out your intake form in advance! During our first visit, we will complete a full mental health assessment and evaluation.
My specific interests are treating depression, trauma/ PTSD, anxiety, and addiction disorders in children/adolescents and young adults.
Together, we can develop a holistic approach to obtaining your goals, whether that be through medication management, lifestyle interventions, nutrition counseling, therapy modalities, or any other safe approaches to finding hope and sustainable life changes.
My specific interests are treating depression, trauma/ PTSD, anxiety, and addiction disorders in children/adolescents and young adults.
Together, we can develop a holistic approach to obtaining your goals, whether that be through medication management, lifestyle interventions, nutrition counseling, therapy modalities, or any other safe approaches to finding hope and sustainable life changes.
As a specialist in treating Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar and PTSD as well as other mental health concerns, my care is collaborative, empowering, and personal.
Why choose Dr. Ronil Shah? Because his top-notch expertise combines with compassionate, personalized care. Treatment with Dr. Shah is a two-way collaboration. Working together, you will design a mental wellness strategy that’s tailored just for you. His philosophy? Your path to wellness should be as unique as you are, shaped by empathy and expertise, and empowered by evidence-based insights and tools.
As a specialist in treating Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar and PTSD as well as other mental health concerns, my care is collaborative, empowering, and personal.
Why choose Dr. Ronil Shah? Because his top-notch expertise combines with compassionate, personalized care. Treatment with Dr. Shah is a two-way collaboration. Working together, you will design a mental wellness strategy that’s tailored just for you. His philosophy? Your path to wellness should be as unique as you are, shaped by empathy and expertise, and empowered by evidence-based insights and tools.
She screens all patients for medical, endocrine, and nutritional factors which may be exacerbating symptoms, as well as environmental, occupational, family, and past trauma/psychodynamic factors.
Dr. Gundu Reddy is licensed in California. Prior to starting residency at Mount Sinai School of medicine, she pursued additional research in HIV Psychiatry. As well as residency training, she has also pursued further training in psychodynamic psychotherapy at the NYU Psychoanalytic Institute. She states that whether prescribing medication, family, or relationship therapy, understanding psychodynamic conflict and causes of symptoms will cause help to enhance the quality of care. As well as psychodynamic training Dr. Reddy also has a background in integrative psychiatry and treatment resistance.
She screens all patients for medical, endocrine, and nutritional factors which may be exacerbating symptoms, as well as environmental, occupational, family, and past trauma/psychodynamic factors.
Dr. Gundu Reddy is licensed in California. Prior to starting residency at Mount Sinai School of medicine, she pursued additional research in HIV Psychiatry. As well as residency training, she has also pursued further training in psychodynamic psychotherapy at the NYU Psychoanalytic Institute. She states that whether prescribing medication, family, or relationship therapy, understanding psychodynamic conflict and causes of symptoms will cause help to enhance the quality of care. As well as psychodynamic training Dr. Reddy also has a background in integrative psychiatry and treatment resistance.
Their issues may include ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or other mental health conditions that significantly impact their daily life.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in medication management. My extensive clinical experience across various settings, including inpatient psychiatric units and outpatient clinics, has equipped me with both theoretical knowledge and the vital intricacies of patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and managing mental health conditions throughout the lifespan.
Their issues may include ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or other mental health conditions that significantly impact their daily life.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in medication management. My extensive clinical experience across various settings, including inpatient psychiatric units and outpatient clinics, has equipped me with both theoretical knowledge and the vital intricacies of patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and managing mental health conditions throughout the lifespan.
With over a decade of experience in diverse clinical settings, I have developed expertise in treating a range of conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PTSD.
I expect to begin seeing new patients on January 15, 2025. I am a dedicated and board-certified psychiatric and family nurse practitioner committed to providing compassionate and personalized mental health care. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a minor in Spanish Language and Cultures from Alverno College, followed by her Master of Science in Nursing from Concordia University and a Post-Master’s Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from Alverno College.
With over a decade of experience in diverse clinical settings, I have developed expertise in treating a range of conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PTSD.
I expect to begin seeing new patients on January 15, 2025. I am a dedicated and board-certified psychiatric and family nurse practitioner committed to providing compassionate and personalized mental health care. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a minor in Spanish Language and Cultures from Alverno College, followed by her Master of Science in Nursing from Concordia University and a Post-Master’s Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from Alverno College.
Jacquelyn Hamed | Anxiety, Depression & ADHD
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PHMNP, APRN, BSN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93307
I have been helping clients who are overwhelmed with depression, anxiety, panic episodes, trauma or PSTD, bipolar or personality disorder, schizophrenia, and ADHD.
If you are struggling with your mental health, I am here to help. Let's work together. Your mental well-being and personal goals are my top priority.
I have been helping clients who are overwhelmed with depression, anxiety, panic episodes, trauma or PSTD, bipolar or personality disorder, schizophrenia, and ADHD.
If you are struggling with your mental health, I am here to help. Let's work together. Your mental well-being and personal goals are my top priority.
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and OCD.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and OCD.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
Balance Psychiatric Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
We are experienced in providing trauma informed care.
Our providers are dedicated to earning your trust so that together, a personalized treatment plan is developed that propels you towards wellness. We provide psychiatric evaluation and medication management to ages 5 & up via telehealth. We also provide psychiatric consultation for gender affirming surgeries and medical procedures such as weight loss surgery.
We are experienced in providing trauma informed care.
Our providers are dedicated to earning your trust so that together, a personalized treatment plan is developed that propels you towards wellness. We provide psychiatric evaluation and medication management to ages 5 & up via telehealth. We also provide psychiatric consultation for gender affirming surgeries and medical procedures such as weight loss surgery.
My practice focuses on providing healthcare services to individuals coping with conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and other significant mental health challenges affecting their daily lives.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a specialization in medication management.
My practice focuses on providing healthcare services to individuals coping with conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and other significant mental health challenges affecting their daily lives.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a specialization in medication management.
Carative Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, MA, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93309
I provide medication management for those seeking help for anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and obsessive compulsive disorder.
Hi- I am available for telehealth appointments throughout the state of California. I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, and I look forward to virtually meeting you. My goal is improve your quality of life by assisting you with your medication management needs. Our journey together will focus on supporting you in pursuing wholeness, resilience and relief. I am committed to lasting relationships with my clients and enjoy seeing the positive changes that can occur as we work together!
I provide medication management for those seeking help for anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and obsessive compulsive disorder.
Hi- I am available for telehealth appointments throughout the state of California. I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, and I look forward to virtually meeting you. My goal is improve your quality of life by assisting you with your medication management needs. Our journey together will focus on supporting you in pursuing wholeness, resilience and relief. I am committed to lasting relationships with my clients and enjoy seeing the positive changes that can occur as we work together!
Meet Our Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Allied Healers treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Allied Healers, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Allied Healers treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Allied Healers, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and OCD.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and OCD.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) specialized in treating mood, anxiety, cognitive, trauma-related, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.
Using a person-centered, team-based approach, I offer psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy. I treat children ages 9 and up, adolescents, and adults with a wide variety of mental health concerns in a private and friendly outpatient setting.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) specialized in treating mood, anxiety, cognitive, trauma-related, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.
Using a person-centered, team-based approach, I offer psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy. I treat children ages 9 and up, adolescents, and adults with a wide variety of mental health concerns in a private and friendly outpatient setting.
Our team of experienced and board-certified psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health disorders, including anxiety disorders, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), bipolar disorder, depression, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder ( PTSD), and tic disorders.
At Brainpower Wellness Institute, we understand that every child and adolescent is unique. We tailor our treatment plans to meet the individual needs of each patient. We offer a variety of evidence-based treatments, including medication management, psychotherapy, and group therapy.
Our team of experienced and board-certified psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health disorders, including anxiety disorders, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), bipolar disorder, depression, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder ( PTSD), and tic disorders.
At Brainpower Wellness Institute, we understand that every child and adolescent is unique. We tailor our treatment plans to meet the individual needs of each patient. We offer a variety of evidence-based treatments, including medication management, psychotherapy, and group therapy.
Additionally, I have extensive experience in diagnosing and practicing evidence-based treatments in children, adolescent and adults who have depression, mood disorder, PTSD, and psychosis as well as providing parenting, behavioral strategies and life style modification to improve relationship and quality of life.
I completed the first three years of my adult psychiatry residency at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Washington D.C. and then moved on to complete my child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at New York University, one of the nation’s leading institutes in children’s mental health.
Additionally, I have extensive experience in diagnosing and practicing evidence-based treatments in children, adolescent and adults who have depression, mood disorder, PTSD, and psychosis as well as providing parenting, behavioral strategies and life style modification to improve relationship and quality of life.
I completed the first three years of my adult psychiatry residency at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Washington D.C. and then moved on to complete my child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at New York University, one of the nation’s leading institutes in children’s mental health.
Your mental health matters, and you don’t have to navigate it alone! I provide Therapy and Medication management when appropriate. As a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I provide personalized therapy and expert medication management to help you regain balance, clarity, and confidence. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD - trauma, ADHD, Bipolar, insomnia or mood disorders, I’m here to support you with a holistic, judgment-free approach tailored to your unique needs. Let’s work together to create a plan that empowers you to thrive. Ready to take the first step? Let’s talk!"
Your mental health matters, and you don’t have to navigate it alone! I provide Therapy and Medication management when appropriate. As a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I provide personalized therapy and expert medication management to help you regain balance, clarity, and confidence. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD - trauma, ADHD, Bipolar, insomnia or mood disorders, I’m here to support you with a holistic, judgment-free approach tailored to your unique needs. Let’s work together to create a plan that empowers you to thrive. Ready to take the first step? Let’s talk!"
Jennique 'jenn' Simplice
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Simplice specializes in mood disorders, ADHD, depression, post-partum depression, PTSD, anxiety, schizophrenia and more.
Jenn Simplice is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a master’s degree from Charles R. Drew University. Jenn received her bachelors on the East Coast from New Jersey City University and is originally from the Bronx, New York. Jenn migrated to the West Coast as a travel RN where she completed her masters and currently continues to reside in southern CA. Jenn is a dedicated and compassionate provider who makes the safety and wellbeing of her patient a top priority, she serves patients of all age populations including adolescents, adults, and the geriatric community.
Simplice specializes in mood disorders, ADHD, depression, post-partum depression, PTSD, anxiety, schizophrenia and more.
Jenn Simplice is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a master’s degree from Charles R. Drew University. Jenn received her bachelors on the East Coast from New Jersey City University and is originally from the Bronx, New York. Jenn migrated to the West Coast as a travel RN where she completed her masters and currently continues to reside in southern CA. Jenn is a dedicated and compassionate provider who makes the safety and wellbeing of her patient a top priority, she serves patients of all age populations including adolescents, adults, and the geriatric community.
Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, or trauma, I offer a collaborative approach that blends personalized medication with supportive guidance.
While medication plays a key role in managing mental health, it's not the sole answer. Think of me as your partner in this journey. We'll work together to create a holistic treatment plan that blends evidenced-based medication management with practical strategies you can implement in your daily life.
Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, or trauma, I offer a collaborative approach that blends personalized medication with supportive guidance.
While medication plays a key role in managing mental health, it's not the sole answer. Think of me as your partner in this journey. We'll work together to create a holistic treatment plan that blends evidenced-based medication management with practical strategies you can implement in your daily life.
In my professional journey, I have worked with diverse populations, ranging from individuals coping with anxiety, depression, and trauma to those managing chronic mental illnesses.
At the core of my practice is the belief in the therapeutic alliance—the trust and collaboration between the client and the mental health professional. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where my clients feel understood and supported. In my work, I emphasize empowerment, helping clients gain insight into their challenges and equipping them
In my professional journey, I have worked with diverse populations, ranging from individuals coping with anxiety, depression, and trauma to those managing chronic mental illnesses.
At the core of my practice is the belief in the therapeutic alliance—the trust and collaboration between the client and the mental health professional. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where my clients feel understood and supported. In my work, I emphasize empowerment, helping clients gain insight into their challenges and equipping them
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Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.