Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Berkeley, CA
Throughout my career in mental health, I’ve found that many issues are linked to traumatic events, which led me to become an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist to help those dealing with PTSD and trauma.
I sought licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist to help those afflicted with addiction, mental illness, and traumatic brain injury. As a first-generation born Filipino and raised by parents that immigrated to America from the Philippines, I developed a culturally sensitive lens, and have treated clients from various backgrounds. I am passionate about providing therapy that is inclusive to many different ethnicities, view myself as an ally for the LGBTQIA+ community, and value social justice for BIPOC clients.
Throughout my career in mental health, I’ve found that many issues are linked to traumatic events, which led me to become an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist to help those dealing with PTSD and trauma.
I sought licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist to help those afflicted with addiction, mental illness, and traumatic brain injury. As a first-generation born Filipino and raised by parents that immigrated to America from the Philippines, I developed a culturally sensitive lens, and have treated clients from various backgrounds. I am passionate about providing therapy that is inclusive to many different ethnicities, view myself as an ally for the LGBTQIA+ community, and value social justice for BIPOC clients.
I later realized how similar it is to trauma work in terms of figuring out the impact of past events on one's current behaviors.
I value one's cultural and family background a lot. As an immigrant myself, I understand how important it is to be heard and understood without being judged. I make sure to put myself in others' shoes to create a safe space that I would like to be in.
I later realized how similar it is to trauma work in terms of figuring out the impact of past events on one's current behaviors.
I value one's cultural and family background a lot. As an immigrant myself, I understand how important it is to be heard and understood without being judged. I make sure to put myself in others' shoes to create a safe space that I would like to be in.
I provide therapy for people who want to transform limiting beliefs & patterns, heal attachment trauma and abuse, navigate relationships & complex families, & take accountability for past harm.
I approach therapy with a frame of trauma, justice & relational healing. All parts of you will be treated with curiosity & dignity. We will look at the impact society, family, trauma, & survival strategies have on you. I hope to build trust and safety to be with what is painful & hidden. I practice Internal Family Systems & use EMDR for trauma processing.
I provide therapy for people who want to transform limiting beliefs & patterns, heal attachment trauma and abuse, navigate relationships & complex families, & take accountability for past harm.
I approach therapy with a frame of trauma, justice & relational healing. All parts of you will be treated with curiosity & dignity. We will look at the impact society, family, trauma, & survival strategies have on you. I hope to build trust and safety to be with what is painful & hidden. I practice Internal Family Systems & use EMDR for trauma processing.
I have experience and extensive training in the area of Trauma Recovery (including working with survivors of child abuse, domestic violence, human trafficking, oppression, gang involvement, and community violence).
I work with individuals, couples, groups, and families. I also provide training in various topics, such as trauma informed care and culturally responsive services to Latino/LatinX/Latine families.
I have experience and extensive training in the area of Trauma Recovery (including working with survivors of child abuse, domestic violence, human trafficking, oppression, gang involvement, and community violence).
I work with individuals, couples, groups, and families. I also provide training in various topics, such as trauma informed care and culturally responsive services to Latino/LatinX/Latine families.
I specialize in treating individuals, couples and families who are making sense of traumatic experiences including recent loss, on-going grief or childhood trauma.
Sometimes our emotional states can distract or even derail us. These states can get overwhelming and cause us to lose confidence, act self destructively and withdraw from others. Engaging in a supportive relationship with an experienced psychotherapist is useful at these times. In my practice I work with clients who are navigating relationship challenges, life transitions and the difficulties of developing and achieving an important life goal. My approach is interactive and collaborative with the aim of creating a respectful and caring environment that will facilitate exploration and growth.
I specialize in treating individuals, couples and families who are making sense of traumatic experiences including recent loss, on-going grief or childhood trauma.
Sometimes our emotional states can distract or even derail us. These states can get overwhelming and cause us to lose confidence, act self destructively and withdraw from others. Engaging in a supportive relationship with an experienced psychotherapist is useful at these times. In my practice I work with clients who are navigating relationship challenges, life transitions and the difficulties of developing and achieving an important life goal. My approach is interactive and collaborative with the aim of creating a respectful and caring environment that will facilitate exploration and growth.
You need to process in order to grow. You have so many tools but they are not serving you like before. This is a new time in your life and it requires outside support from someone who can help you find new tools and new relationships to yourself, your family, and community. I know women don't often toot their own horns but I have been rated the best therapist in Berkeley on two separate websites (thetenrated.com and threebestrated.com). I will teach you to integrate all aspects of yourself so you don't have to compartmentalize the hurt parts of you. Often times, this means grieving the past and creating new traditions to grow from.
You need to process in order to grow. You have so many tools but they are not serving you like before. This is a new time in your life and it requires outside support from someone who can help you find new tools and new relationships to yourself, your family, and community. I know women don't often toot their own horns but I have been rated the best therapist in Berkeley on two separate websites (thetenrated.com and threebestrated.com). I will teach you to integrate all aspects of yourself so you don't have to compartmentalize the hurt parts of you. Often times, this means grieving the past and creating new traditions to grow from.
My area of expertise lies in the arena of Acute/Complex Trauma, Grief and Loss, Psycho-Spirituality and the LGBTQ+ Community.
Welcome! The focus of my practice is to work in partnership with my clients to help build resilience and facilitate positive change. Fostering kindness and compassion with a mindfulness based approach is at the heart of my work. I provide a safe and nurturing environment in which to explore options, and also offer the respect, understanding and empathy that encourages exploration and growth. As an experienced therapist, therapy can assist with clarifying, setting and maintaining your specific goals, as well as provide a space for self-exploration.I will be there to accompany and collaborate with you on your unique journey.
My area of expertise lies in the arena of Acute/Complex Trauma, Grief and Loss, Psycho-Spirituality and the LGBTQ+ Community.
Welcome! The focus of my practice is to work in partnership with my clients to help build resilience and facilitate positive change. Fostering kindness and compassion with a mindfulness based approach is at the heart of my work. I provide a safe and nurturing environment in which to explore options, and also offer the respect, understanding and empathy that encourages exploration and growth. As an experienced therapist, therapy can assist with clarifying, setting and maintaining your specific goals, as well as provide a space for self-exploration.I will be there to accompany and collaborate with you on your unique journey.
You might have difficulties in relationships, or struggle with family dynamics, chronic stress, or religious trauma.
For clients interested in expanded approaches, I offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP). I’m also trained in EMDR to help integrate painful memories, and I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to support couples in building secure, loving bonds.
You might have difficulties in relationships, or struggle with family dynamics, chronic stress, or religious trauma.
For clients interested in expanded approaches, I offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP). I’m also trained in EMDR to help integrate painful memories, and I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to support couples in building secure, loving bonds.
I am a certified EMDR therapist which is highly effective for relief of trauma symptoms.
Are you ready for change and personal growth? Would like to explore and experience more fulfilling relationships? People seek therapy for many reasons, often it is when they are confronted by a challenging life circumstance or interested in resolving familiar issues or breaking destructive patterns. Whatever your reason for wanting therapy at this time, chances are you would like to feel happier more of the time.
I am a certified EMDR therapist which is highly effective for relief of trauma symptoms.
Are you ready for change and personal growth? Would like to explore and experience more fulfilling relationships? People seek therapy for many reasons, often it is when they are confronted by a challenging life circumstance or interested in resolving familiar issues or breaking destructive patterns. Whatever your reason for wanting therapy at this time, chances are you would like to feel happier more of the time.
Many seek healing from cultural, religious, or family wounding—including childhood sexual trauma.
Sexual healing is a journey back to wholeness—and to the full aliveness of your body and soul. I work with leaders, creatives, healers, and visionaries who want their inner erotic life to reflect the same depth, integrity, and passion they bring to their work and relationships.
Many seek healing from cultural, religious, or family wounding—including childhood sexual trauma.
Sexual healing is a journey back to wholeness—and to the full aliveness of your body and soul. I work with leaders, creatives, healers, and visionaries who want their inner erotic life to reflect the same depth, integrity, and passion they bring to their work and relationships.
Most recently I have begun to Use Virtual Reality EMDR for Trauma.
Currently I am only offering Teletherapy via hipaa compliant methods. I enjoy working with clients looking to make positive changes in their life. I work with them to develop coping skills to assist them in managing extreme emotional states and distress, as well as to develop increased interpersonal skills. By developing communication skills clients are able to improve their relationships in all areas of their lives. I have expertise working with a diverse spectrum of individuals including those in non-mainstream relationships and those with chronic mental illness.
Most recently I have begun to Use Virtual Reality EMDR for Trauma.
Currently I am only offering Teletherapy via hipaa compliant methods. I enjoy working with clients looking to make positive changes in their life. I work with them to develop coping skills to assist them in managing extreme emotional states and distress, as well as to develop increased interpersonal skills. By developing communication skills clients are able to improve their relationships in all areas of their lives. I have expertise working with a diverse spectrum of individuals including those in non-mainstream relationships and those with chronic mental illness.
I work with individuals on issues related to trauma, including serious illness; anxiety, depression, the immigrant experience.
I work with people who are suffering and are looking to better understand why they feel the way they do. My clients are open to exploring the role that internal unconscious forces, as well the role that the social environment, play in how they experience themselves and others. Long term psychotherapy is not only beneficial for dealing with suffering. Once a person has made progress with the primary life concerns, room is created for expansive growth, including the attainment of goals, and I believe that it is equally important to go through this process accompanied.
I work with individuals on issues related to trauma, including serious illness; anxiety, depression, the immigrant experience.
I work with people who are suffering and are looking to better understand why they feel the way they do. My clients are open to exploring the role that internal unconscious forces, as well the role that the social environment, play in how they experience themselves and others. Long term psychotherapy is not only beneficial for dealing with suffering. Once a person has made progress with the primary life concerns, room is created for expansive growth, including the attainment of goals, and I believe that it is equally important to go through this process accompanied.
I work with people navigating complex trauma, codependency, and disordered eating to heal the root causes—not just the symptoms.
I blend somatic therapy, parts work (IFS), psychodynamic depth, and spiritual integration. My work is trauma-informed, body-honoring, and deeply relational. We’ll move at your pace—gently building safety, self-trust, and a grounded relationship with food, boundaries, and your sense of self.
I work with people navigating complex trauma, codependency, and disordered eating to heal the root causes—not just the symptoms.
I blend somatic therapy, parts work (IFS), psychodynamic depth, and spiritual integration. My work is trauma-informed, body-honoring, and deeply relational. We’ll move at your pace—gently building safety, self-trust, and a grounded relationship with food, boundaries, and your sense of self.
As a Somatic Psychotherapist, I work to not only help you understand how the stress and trauma impacts your body and relationships, but to really make change, embodied and lasting change, in all areas of your life.
Do you feel stuck or disconnected from yourself, like you're just not "you" anymore, or you're not sure who you are now. Maybe you are in an abusive relationship, just left one, or have undergone a traumatic event or major life transition. You need help rediscovering and reconnecting with yourself. Anxiety and depression have taken the forefront in your life and you want a way back to feeling like yourself and reaching your goals. You want to feel calm, find more peace within yourself, and reclaim your life.
As a Somatic Psychotherapist, I work to not only help you understand how the stress and trauma impacts your body and relationships, but to really make change, embodied and lasting change, in all areas of your life.
Do you feel stuck or disconnected from yourself, like you're just not "you" anymore, or you're not sure who you are now. Maybe you are in an abusive relationship, just left one, or have undergone a traumatic event or major life transition. You need help rediscovering and reconnecting with yourself. Anxiety and depression have taken the forefront in your life and you want a way back to feeling like yourself and reaching your goals. You want to feel calm, find more peace within yourself, and reclaim your life.
Sometimes it is helpful to think of therapy as a journey. Imagine your psyche as an inner landscape, one that is as unique and as complex as you are. You know this landscape better than anyone. In it there are familiar places, beautiful places, frightening places, mysterious places. Perhaps there is a specific place you’d like to find on your journey, one that is both safe and exciting. Or maybe there is an unpleasant place you find yourself in, again and again, despite your best efforts to leave. Maybe you don’t even know where you’re going on this journey, just that you’re looking for a place where your heart can rest.
Sometimes it is helpful to think of therapy as a journey. Imagine your psyche as an inner landscape, one that is as unique and as complex as you are. You know this landscape better than anyone. In it there are familiar places, beautiful places, frightening places, mysterious places. Perhaps there is a specific place you’d like to find on your journey, one that is both safe and exciting. Or maybe there is an unpleasant place you find yourself in, again and again, despite your best efforts to leave. Maybe you don’t even know where you’re going on this journey, just that you’re looking for a place where your heart can rest.
I am a Master Class trained in Brainspotting, a focused-mindfulness-body-based trauma healing intervention that supports people to heal from traumatic experiences and engage in expansion work for improvement in quality of life.
Are you doing okay? If you’re looking for a therapist, maybe you are not. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Bombarded by information? Same here. Please do not isolate yourself although that is your first instinct. Human connection is key to healing. You are not alone. I understand how scary it is to feel like you have to move forward all by yourself in these hard times. Now, more than ever, I believe that human connection fosters one’s innate potential to open the door and see the possibilities that are waiting on the other side. I would be honored to walk side by side with you and bear witness to your courageous journey.
I am a Master Class trained in Brainspotting, a focused-mindfulness-body-based trauma healing intervention that supports people to heal from traumatic experiences and engage in expansion work for improvement in quality of life.
Are you doing okay? If you’re looking for a therapist, maybe you are not. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Bombarded by information? Same here. Please do not isolate yourself although that is your first instinct. Human connection is key to healing. You are not alone. I understand how scary it is to feel like you have to move forward all by yourself in these hard times. Now, more than ever, I believe that human connection fosters one’s innate potential to open the door and see the possibilities that are waiting on the other side. I would be honored to walk side by side with you and bear witness to your courageous journey.
In addition, my work is influenced by psychoanalytic theory and attachment theory, and is informed by an awareness of trauma, including complex and inter-generational trauma.
Specialties: Anxiety, Cultural Issues, Depression, Relationship Issues, Trauma and Abuse, Women's Issues
In addition, my work is influenced by psychoanalytic theory and attachment theory, and is informed by an awareness of trauma, including complex and inter-generational trauma.
Specialties: Anxiety, Cultural Issues, Depression, Relationship Issues, Trauma and Abuse, Women's Issues
It is important to de-pathologize trauma responses as reactions to external forces rather than personal failings.
I have the benefit of decades of experience providing culturally sensitive, trauma informed care; as a result, I can provide effective treatment for conditions including Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Substance Abuse and Addiction. Please, get out of your comfort zone, and call for a no-cost introductory session, the loneliness and pain can begin to heal now.
It is important to de-pathologize trauma responses as reactions to external forces rather than personal failings.
I have the benefit of decades of experience providing culturally sensitive, trauma informed care; as a result, I can provide effective treatment for conditions including Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Substance Abuse and Addiction. Please, get out of your comfort zone, and call for a no-cost introductory session, the loneliness and pain can begin to heal now.
I work with children, teens and adults who are dealing with trauma, stress, sadness, or questions about who they are and what’s next.
In our first few sessions, we’ll get to know each other, figure out where you’re at, where you want to go, and how we can get there. Therapy isn’t always easy, but I’ll bring positive energy and support — and I believe we can have some fun along the way too! After meeting with me, clients feel better able to cope and on the path to being their best selves.
I work with children, teens and adults who are dealing with trauma, stress, sadness, or questions about who they are and what’s next.
In our first few sessions, we’ll get to know each other, figure out where you’re at, where you want to go, and how we can get there. Therapy isn’t always easy, but I’ll bring positive energy and support — and I believe we can have some fun along the way too! After meeting with me, clients feel better able to cope and on the path to being their best selves.
I have learned important approaches to therapy, which include an understanding of family systems, depth psychology, trauma, and the brain.
Welcome to my Rula page. I have a license in clinical work and 30 years of experience with adults and children. I have been in private practice and worked in a hospital clinic for 25 years. I am continuing to build my practice through Rula so that I can continue to serve others.
I have learned important approaches to therapy, which include an understanding of family systems, depth psychology, trauma, and the brain.
Welcome to my Rula page. I have a license in clinical work and 30 years of experience with adults and children. I have been in private practice and worked in a hospital clinic for 25 years. I am continuing to build my practice through Rula so that I can continue to serve others.
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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.