Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists in San Jose, CA
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Arnold Fosah
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, BC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My areas of expertise include mood disorders,
trauma
, ADHD, psychotic symptoms, and substance abuse, with a particular focus on helping both youth and adults recover from traumatic experiences.
If you're feeling sad or anxious, struggling with relationship conflicts or habits that negatively impact your life, I'm here to help. With my therapeutic approach, you can expect to feel completely heard, understood and empowered towards positive change. Together, we'll work on developing practical tools and gaining new perspectives to help you grow and improve your overall sense of well-being and purpose. In my practice, I use a holistic approach that to better understand you and address your unique needs. I'm also trained to diagnose psychiatric disorders and utilize medication therapy when necessary.
Kerstin Helgason
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
I use the IM (intramuscular injection) form of ketamine in my office to help with depression, anxiety,
trauma
, and personal or spiritual growth.
I'm a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and provide mental health medication, the combination of psychotherapy and medication, and Ketamine based treatments, including Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. As a therapist and nurse practitioner I have a broad perspective that ranges from the biological and body to the psychological and spiritual. Our bodies and minds naturally want to heal, but we may need some help in doing so. Medication, therapy, and ketamine can help us focus our healing so we grow faster and more in the directions we want.
Remedy Psychiatry - San Jose
Psychiatrist
Verified
Verified
We treat a wide range of mental health symptoms – anxiety, depression, OCD,
PTSD
, bipolar, insomnia and more.
Are you struggling in your daily life and wondering if prescription medication might help you? But, you don't want to wait weeks to get an appointment or pay alot to get personalized medication management? You are not alone, and that is why we started Remedy. See one of our mental health specialists for an in-depth mental health evaluation, diagnosis and ongoing medication management care. We treat adults, teens and children from the comfort of home over video - days, nights and weekends. We take care of you with or without insurance, and our care remains the same for all.
Shweta Karve
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Shweta Karve specializes in general adult psychiatry with a strong interest in cultural psychiatry. Dr. Karve treats anxiety, bipolar, depression, obsessive-compulsive, panic, personality,
post-traumatic stress
, and psychotic spectrum disorders, and psychosomatic illnesses. She is passionate about breaking the stigma associated with receiving mental health care. Dr. Karve offers comprehensive care to her patients and empowers them to live fulfilling lives. She completed her residency in psychiatry at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
The Focus Doc
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
specializes in treating cognitive issues related to ADHD, Anxiety, Brain Fog, Depression, OCD, and
PTSD
.
Dr. Dave Auluck, M.D. is a 3rd generation physician, 2nd generation psychiatrist, and physician educator. He is passionate about improving the mental health treatment experience. His mission is to ensure personalized, industry-leading, preeminent care is accessible and affordable. He has worked with thousands of patients over the years and overseen program development for tens of thousands of others. He truly understands there is no "one size fits all" approach.
Abena Apraku
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Apraku is welcoming new patients for video appointments. As a Board-certified M.D. psychiatrist, she specializes in providing psychiatric diagnostic assessments and treatment for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD and
PTSD
. As a well-rounded provider, her focus is on medication management (including for patients wishing to decrease reliance on medication) in combination with extensive psycho-education. Read more about her approach at apraku.com/services.
San Jose, CA 95113
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Raelin Bright Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
Tired of ER visits due to panic attacks? Do you feel anxious, sad, out of control, or overwhelmed? Do you have racing thoughts, have nightmares or trouble sleeping, or trouble relaxing? Are you feeling sad, like a dark cloud is over you or experiencing
trauma
responses? Do you feel treated as a number, not a person, when seeking help? I provide mental health treatment that is tailored to fit your needs. My approach is person-centered; I have mastered listening and recognizing people’s needs. I treat with evidence-based practices and believe in medication reduction as much as possible to avoid people being on too many medications.
Eilly Yang
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, WHNP, FNP
Verified
Verified
My specialties include depression, anxiety, OCD,
PTSD
, insomnia, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and more.
Are you struggling with low mood, worries, low motivation, attention issues, or poor sleep? If so, I am happy to help you through your healing journey with medication management, supportive psychotherapy, and other holistic modalities. I care about my patients deeply and will provide a safe nonjudgmental space for you. By working collaboratively and using a whole-person approach, we can improve your symptoms, help you develop self-acceptance and compassion, and increase your quality of life. You will find that I am curious, open-minded, inquisitive, and accepting. I aim to build trust and respect within our therapeutic relationship.
Sanjana Karim | Peace Tree Mental Health
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a dual board certified psychiatrist and addiction specialist with over 15 years of experience treating women struggling with anxiety, addiction, relationship issues and
trauma
. If you have been suffering on your own, I want you to know that there is hope for relief, and that there is a future out there where you no longer feel weighed down, where you can thrive and fulfill your potential. I can help you address and relieve the emotional suffering that brought you to treatment, and help you create a life that is content, peaceful, and congruent with who you are at your core.
Torri Taylor-Spencer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, BC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am passionate about treating mental illness especially in patients who are often underserved, members of the BIPOC and marginalized communities, young/teen parents, & those who have experienced
trauma
and other adverse childhood experiences (ACES). I am dedicated to improving lives, de-stigmatizing mental health, eliminating barriers, and increasing access to quality mental health services.
Jaspreet Takhar
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP30
Verified
Verified
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, 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 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. Now welcoming new patients!
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Mayoma Olusunmade
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Olusunmade is trained in child and adolescent psychiatry, as well as in adult psychiatry. He is board certified in adult psychiatry. Dr. Olusunmade has extensive experience treating psychiatric disorders in diverse populations and has particular clinical interests in depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety and
trauma
. His practice focuses on medication management along with supportive therapy and psycho-education of patients and families.
Claudette Banda
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
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, 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 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. Now welcoming new patients!
Wenqi Feng
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD or
PTSD
and don't know where to turn? These are some problems that I can help you address through the convenience of telehealth or in-person at my practice, Regeneration Psychiatry, in Los Angeles, CA. My goal is to create a safe environment for you to discuss your problems and work together to find a solution that aligns with your values and goals.
Cheryl Person
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Person has worked extensively with victims of acute
trauma
and her primary focus is on working with patients who have anxiety and mood disorders.
Dr. Cheryl Person is the National Director of Clinical Quality at Talkiatry. She is board certified in general adult psychiatry and has been in practice for 20 years. Dr. Person focuses on medication management but believes that is only part of successful treatment. She will spend her time providing motivational interviewing or supportive therapy, and believes it is often critical to have a therapist as part of the treatment team. Dr. Person received her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine. She completed her residency at Johns Hopkins as well as a psychiatric epidemiology fellowship.
Satveet Khela
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified
Verified
Khela focuses on treating patient's with anxiety, depression,
PTSD
, bipolar, OCD, and other mental health issues.
Dr. Satveet Khela is a board certified physician specializing in adult psychiatry. She has been practicing since 2021. n addition to focusing on medication management, Dr Khela's practice also prioritizes a whole person approach, incorporating aspects of nutrition, lifestyle, mindfulness, and supportive or brief cognitive behavioral therapy into the treatment plan. Occasionally, Dr. Khela may believe that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you see a separate therapist to provide the best outcome. Dr. Khela received her undergraduate degree from University of California Berkeley and her medical degree from A.T. Still.
Mottsin Thomas
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
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.
Carmela Zaragoza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
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, 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 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. Now welcoming new patients!
Thomas Mottsin
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
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, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
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.
Julian Lagoy
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Julian Lagoy, M.D. is a board-certified psychiatrist. He received his bachelor's degree in philosophy from the University of Notre Dame and his medical degree from St. George’s University. Dr. Lagoy completed his psychiatry residency at Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine. Dr. Lagoy has published in multiple medical journals and has presented his research at the American Psychiatric Association National Meeting and the World Psychiatric Association International Congress in Spirituality and Psychiatry. His research focuses on post suicide attempt survival and provider attitudes toward LGBTQ patients.
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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.
About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in San Jose is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
San Jose Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in San Jose has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in San Jose, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. San Jose Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in San Jose is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
San Jose Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in San Jose has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in San Jose, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. San Jose Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.