Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists in Van Nuys, CA
I practice an integrative approach to psychiatry that evaluates all biological, social, and psychological factors contributing to a patient's mental health and well-being.
I practice an integrative approach to psychiatry that evaluates all biological, social, and psychological factors contributing to a patient's mental health and well-being.
Samir Hamed | ADHD, Anxiety &
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PHMNP
1 Endorsed
Van Nuys, CA 91411
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma and PTSD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), sleep disorders, stress-related conditions, and behavioral challenges.
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn. Maybe your child is struggling to focus in school, your teen feels withdrawn, or you’re finding it harder to manage daily responsibilities. Whatever your situation, let’s work together to build a foundation for mental wellness and a more fulfilling life.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma and PTSD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), sleep disorders, stress-related conditions, and behavioral challenges.
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn. Maybe your child is struggling to focus in school, your teen feels withdrawn, or you’re finding it harder to manage daily responsibilities. Whatever your situation, let’s work together to build a foundation for mental wellness and a more fulfilling life.
I tailor our work to your unique needs—whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or seeking growth.
I specialize in supporting adults with anxiety, depression, and trauma. I offer a compassionate space for healing through talk therapy, evidence-based approaches, mental health screenings, and, when appropriate, medication management. Together, we’ll find a path that works best for you.
I tailor our work to your unique needs—whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or seeking growth.
I specialize in supporting adults with anxiety, depression, and trauma. I offer a compassionate space for healing through talk therapy, evidence-based approaches, mental health screenings, and, when appropriate, medication management. Together, we’ll find a path that works best for you.
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I am to understand each individual's unique mental health needs by carefully evaluating their experiences, symptoms and personal histories. My goal is to empower patients, guiding them towards achieving their mental health goals with respect and empathy.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I am to understand each individual's unique mental health needs by carefully evaluating their experiences, symptoms and personal histories. My goal is to empower patients, guiding them towards achieving their mental health goals with respect and empathy.
Dr. Future O. Ogbebor is a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of clinical experience across a wide range of healthcare settings. She is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered mental health care and helping individuals achieve improved emotional well-being and stability.
Dr. Ogbebor earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice and Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health from the University of Massachusetts Global.
Dr. Future O. Ogbebor is a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of clinical experience across a wide range of healthcare settings. She is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered mental health care and helping individuals achieve improved emotional well-being and stability.
Dr. Ogbebor earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice and Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health from the University of Massachusetts Global.
As a provider at Bonmente, Joy treats a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, sleep disorders, PTSD, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and personality disorders.
Welcoming New Patients! Joy is a board-certified physician assistant at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. With more than 17 years of experience, Joy has devoted her career to walking alongside patients through some of the most challenging and meaningful moments of their lives. Her approach is rooted in compassion and mindfulness, emphasizing presence, connection, and the power of finding strength in life’s everyday moments.
As a provider at Bonmente, Joy treats a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, sleep disorders, PTSD, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and personality disorders.
Welcoming New Patients! Joy is a board-certified physician assistant at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. With more than 17 years of experience, Joy has devoted her career to walking alongside patients through some of the most challenging and meaningful moments of their lives. Her approach is rooted in compassion and mindfulness, emphasizing presence, connection, and the power of finding strength in life’s everyday moments.
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Tochi Nwachukwu is Compassionate and energetic Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner professionally-driven and eager to help patients of varying ages mitigate personal challenges, and achieve mental health wellness.
Tochi Nwachukwu is Compassionate and energetic Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner professionally-driven and eager to help patients of varying ages mitigate personal challenges, and achieve mental health wellness.
Hello! I'm Charlene, a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner based in California. I had my master's degree from Walden University and have been practicing as a nurse practitioner for 2 years. I have experience in the medical field for more than 20 years. I have gained extensive knowledge that contributes to achieving excellent outcomes.
Hello! I'm Charlene, a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner based in California. I had my master's degree from Walden University and have been practicing as a nurse practitioner for 2 years. I have experience in the medical field for more than 20 years. I have gained extensive knowledge that contributes to achieving excellent outcomes.
My areas of expertise include ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, and OCD.
I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Azusa Pacific University and earned a Master of Science with National Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Practice, also from Azusa Pacific University. I hold National Certification for Independent Practice in Group Settings in Psychiatric Mental Health across the lifespan
My areas of expertise include ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, and OCD.
I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Azusa Pacific University and earned a Master of Science with National Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Practice, also from Azusa Pacific University. I hold National Certification for Independent Practice in Group Settings in Psychiatric Mental Health across the lifespan
I am working with all populations and has extensive experience in addressing a wide range of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, PTSD etc.
Taiye Osawe is a highly skilled Doctor of Nursing Practice and a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 30 years of clinical experience. As the CEO of Salvage Psychiatry, she brings a wealth of expertise in providing top-notch mental health care. Taiye Osawe specializes in working with all populations and has extensive experience in addressing a wide range of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, PTSD etc. At Salvage Psychiatry, clients find a supportive community of mental health experts offering personalized, compassionate, affordable, and high-quality services.
I am working with all populations and has extensive experience in addressing a wide range of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, PTSD etc.
Taiye Osawe is a highly skilled Doctor of Nursing Practice and a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 30 years of clinical experience. As the CEO of Salvage Psychiatry, she brings a wealth of expertise in providing top-notch mental health care. Taiye Osawe specializes in working with all populations and has extensive experience in addressing a wide range of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, PTSD etc. At Salvage Psychiatry, clients find a supportive community of mental health experts offering personalized, compassionate, affordable, and high-quality services.
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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.
Whether you are struggling with a mood disorder, anxiety, PTSD, psychosis, OCD, ADHD, or a personality disorder, I am here to help you understand your options.
My practice is built on a simple belief: psychiatric care should be personal because each of us is unique. I am a board-certified psychiatrist based in Santa Monica, dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality mental healthcare to adults. In our sessions, we’ll have the space to understand your whole story, not just a diagnosis.
Whether you are struggling with a mood disorder, anxiety, PTSD, psychosis, OCD, ADHD, or a personality disorder, I am here to help you understand your options.
My practice is built on a simple belief: psychiatric care should be personal because each of us is unique. I am a board-certified psychiatrist based in Santa Monica, dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality mental healthcare to adults. In our sessions, we’ll have the space to understand your whole story, not just a diagnosis.
As a provider at Bonmente, Carmela treats a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, sleep disorders, PTSD, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and personality disorders.
Welcoming New Patients! Carmela is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has been working in mental health as a clinician, educator, and advocate for more than a decade and brings a robust understanding of the complex challenges involved in achieving sustainable mental wellness. Carmela values each patient’s unique experiences and works collaboratively to create supportive, personalized treatment plans.
As a provider at Bonmente, Carmela treats a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, sleep disorders, PTSD, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and personality disorders.
Welcoming New Patients! Carmela is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has been working in mental health as a clinician, educator, and advocate for more than a decade and brings a robust understanding of the complex challenges involved in achieving sustainable mental wellness. Carmela values each patient’s unique experiences and works collaboratively to create supportive, personalized treatment plans.
I approach these sensitive topics with compassion and care, offering a safe space for individuals to process grief, loss, and trauma.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a specialized focus on reproductive mental health. I currently provide outpatient psychiatric services, including diagnostic evaluation and medication management, to individuals with a range of psychiatric illnesses from diverse populations. I specialize in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), and my goal is to help women regain a sense of strength and resilience as they work through these deeply personal experiences.
I approach these sensitive topics with compassion and care, offering a safe space for individuals to process grief, loss, and trauma.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a specialized focus on reproductive mental health. I currently provide outpatient psychiatric services, including diagnostic evaluation and medication management, to individuals with a range of psychiatric illnesses from diverse populations. I specialize in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), and my goal is to help women regain a sense of strength and resilience as they work through these deeply personal experiences.
BNI provides acute stabilization and 24/7 monitoring by an experienced medical team for conditions such as depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, oppositional defiance, bipolar disorder, and most other mental health conditions..
The partial hospitalization program (PHP) is designed to provide the highest level of outpatient care. BNI Treatment Centers provides intensive outpatient programming (IOP) for adolescents in the Los Angeles region. Our IOP is designed as a step up in care for teens who may not be achieving treatment results through weekly sessions with their therapist.
BNI provides acute stabilization and 24/7 monitoring by an experienced medical team for conditions such as depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, oppositional defiance, bipolar disorder, and most other mental health conditions..
The partial hospitalization program (PHP) is designed to provide the highest level of outpatient care. BNI Treatment Centers provides intensive outpatient programming (IOP) for adolescents in the Los Angeles region. Our IOP is designed as a step up in care for teens who may not be achieving treatment results through weekly sessions with their therapist.
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FAQ - Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with trauma and PTSD?
Trauma and conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are characterized by distressing symptoms like flashbacks, insomnia, intrusive memories, hopelessness, and irritability in the wake of a major event. Trauma can also result from a chronic series of events, resulting in a condition known as complex trauma. Not all individuals who experience a traumatic event seek psychiatric support or gain a diagnosis for a trauma-related disorder; indeed, many individuals with strong social supports and/or coping skills, which can contribute to resilience, can manage complex feelings after a traumatic event on their own. However, many individuals do benefit from seeing a psychiatrist for medication or other therapeutic support, particularly if they are experiencing acute symptoms or are particularly vulnerable to trauma due to other emotional conditions or challenges.
How do psychiatrists treat trauma and PTSD?
Psychiatrists can help individuals struggling with trauma by prescribing medication that helps to reduce the intensity of symptoms. Medications are often most effective, however, when used in conjunction with evidence-based therapy interventions, such as Exposure Therapy or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). These forms of treatment help individuals overcome trauma-related symptoms through guided exposure to trauma-related triggers in a controlled therapeutic environment. In some cases, psychiatrists will conduct these sessions with clients, or they may work with a client's therapist or counselor who offers these services. This team-based approach to care for trauma can be particularly useful, as can ongoing maintenance sessions with a psychiatrist even following an initial period of more intensive treatment, since many individuals with trauma or PTSD may experience relapses or the return of symptoms even after initial progress. In such cases, having a psychiatrist who can adjust the treatment plan or medication in accordance with a client's needs can be an important part of maintaining long-term recovery.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in trauma and PTSD?
The Psychology Today online directory can be a helpful resource to search for psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in trauma, PTSD, and related conditions. In addition to searching for psychiatrists who specialize in these conditions, you may consider searching by psychiatrists who specialize in working with a particular population, such as veterans or children. When searching for a provider, ask about their specific experience treating symptoms of trauma and what their approach to therapy and medication is. It is also important to determine whether their office is accessible (either close-by or via telehealth) and if they accept your insurance.