Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Hercules, CA
Hi I’m Destini a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My hope is that with every client I am able to proved them with a warm, non-judgmental, and safe space to deal with life stressors in order to create balance and to live their best life. I graduated for California State University, Sacramento’s Counseling Education Masters Program specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy. In our first session together, we'll start with introductions of not just you but also myself. We are a team working together. Then dive into what you would like to work on and the specific challenges you're facing.
Hi I’m Destini a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My hope is that with every client I am able to proved them with a warm, non-judgmental, and safe space to deal with life stressors in order to create balance and to live their best life. I graduated for California State University, Sacramento’s Counseling Education Masters Program specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy. In our first session together, we'll start with introductions of not just you but also myself. We are a team working together. Then dive into what you would like to work on and the specific challenges you're facing.
You’ve built a good life — the career, the competence, the calm exterior. But lately, it all feels heavier than it should. You wake up tired, move through the day on autopilot, and wonder "what's it all for?". You’ve outgrown the version of you that survives by overworking to hold it all together. What you really want is to feel at ease in your body, connected to your purpose, and free from the quiet pressure that never seems to let up. I help you figure out what's draining you, why you keep ending up in the same stuck places, and how to build a life that doesn't require you to sacrifice your well-being just to get through the week.
You’ve built a good life — the career, the competence, the calm exterior. But lately, it all feels heavier than it should. You wake up tired, move through the day on autopilot, and wonder "what's it all for?". You’ve outgrown the version of you that survives by overworking to hold it all together. What you really want is to feel at ease in your body, connected to your purpose, and free from the quiet pressure that never seems to let up. I help you figure out what's draining you, why you keep ending up in the same stuck places, and how to build a life that doesn't require you to sacrifice your well-being just to get through the week.
Life’s challenges, whether from trauma, stress, sadness, or anxiety, can make it hard to create the nurturing spaces you deserve.
My areas of focus include, but are not limited to, healing from trauma and PTSD, embracing intersectionality and diversity, managing anxiety and depression, nurturing relationships, and exploring spirituality. We also may incorporate various therapeutic approaches, such as traditional talk therapy, arts, somatic therapies, play, breath work and mindfulness.
Life’s challenges, whether from trauma, stress, sadness, or anxiety, can make it hard to create the nurturing spaces you deserve.
My areas of focus include, but are not limited to, healing from trauma and PTSD, embracing intersectionality and diversity, managing anxiety and depression, nurturing relationships, and exploring spirituality. We also may incorporate various therapeutic approaches, such as traditional talk therapy, arts, somatic therapies, play, breath work and mindfulness.
Brannon La Force, LPC & Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC, LPC, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Over the years I have worked with clients with significant trauma and loss.
I specialize in treating clients with trauma, relationship issues, and borderline personality disorder. I provide individual as well as group psychotherapy.
Over the years I have worked with clients with significant trauma and loss.
I specialize in treating clients with trauma, relationship issues, and borderline personality disorder. I provide individual as well as group psychotherapy.
Counseling and psychotherapy can be the most rewarding gifts we give to ourselves. A gift of self-care where hope, change, and personal transformation can become a reality. Depending on the situation and individual preferences, counseling can be brief and solution-focused or longer in length. For clients looking to change long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions, a long-term approach is the best therapeutic option to explore and unlock new growth that can lead to a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Counseling and psychotherapy can be the most rewarding gifts we give to ourselves. A gift of self-care where hope, change, and personal transformation can become a reality. Depending on the situation and individual preferences, counseling can be brief and solution-focused or longer in length. For clients looking to change long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions, a long-term approach is the best therapeutic option to explore and unlock new growth that can lead to a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
As a Licensed Therapist with over twenty years of experience, it’s my continued goal to help my clients navigate beyond depression, trauma, fear, and anxiety.
I am committed to welcoming clients into an environment of acceptance and safety that allows for overcoming the issues that keep them stuck and hurting. By integrating strength-based, strategic, psychodynamic, and mind-body techniques, all within a time period determined at the beginning of treatment, you can move toward your goal of creating lasting change.
As a Licensed Therapist with over twenty years of experience, it’s my continued goal to help my clients navigate beyond depression, trauma, fear, and anxiety.
I am committed to welcoming clients into an environment of acceptance and safety that allows for overcoming the issues that keep them stuck and hurting. By integrating strength-based, strategic, psychodynamic, and mind-body techniques, all within a time period determined at the beginning of treatment, you can move toward your goal of creating lasting change.
My area of specialty is trauma, and I have experience treating PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, chronic pain, chronic & acute illness, such as cancer, acute stress disorder, bipolar disorders, transgender identity, adjustment disorders.
My approach is welcoming, non judgmental, and empathic. I believe we can learn to love all parts of ourselves, both the parts we consider the good, as well as the parts we have difficulty accepting. I strive to assist clients in integrating and loving the whole self, even the parts they don't like, that can cause shame.
My area of specialty is trauma, and I have experience treating PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, chronic pain, chronic & acute illness, such as cancer, acute stress disorder, bipolar disorders, transgender identity, adjustment disorders.
My approach is welcoming, non judgmental, and empathic. I believe we can learn to love all parts of ourselves, both the parts we consider the good, as well as the parts we have difficulty accepting. I strive to assist clients in integrating and loving the whole self, even the parts they don't like, that can cause shame.
I offer therapy services that are both culturally-sensitive and compassionate. I can help you If you are having feelings of anxiety, depression, or have experienced a traumatic loss or event in your life. As a therapist, I am always aware of cultural/minority issues. As the child of immigrant parents, I know firsthand about the ways immigration affects ourselves and our families. I also understand the feeling of being both between and a part of different cultures.
I offer therapy services that are both culturally-sensitive and compassionate. I can help you If you are having feelings of anxiety, depression, or have experienced a traumatic loss or event in your life. As a therapist, I am always aware of cultural/minority issues. As the child of immigrant parents, I know firsthand about the ways immigration affects ourselves and our families. I also understand the feeling of being both between and a part of different cultures.
I offer training in trauma informed and restorative practices.
Specializing in psycho educational assessment for a variety of needs; including, Autism, Dyslexia, ADHD, Emotional Disturbance, and other specific learning disabilities. An honest, culturally responsive professional committed to understanding my client's unique needs to develop an appropriate action plan.
I offer training in trauma informed and restorative practices.
Specializing in psycho educational assessment for a variety of needs; including, Autism, Dyslexia, ADHD, Emotional Disturbance, and other specific learning disabilities. An honest, culturally responsive professional committed to understanding my client's unique needs to develop an appropriate action plan.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to express what’s going on inside? Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, low motivation, self-esteem, relationship challenges, or navigating a life transition, we can figure it out together. I offer a collaborative space to help you reconnect with yourself, rediscover your strengths, and move toward the change you seek. Let’s explore the feelings and patterns shaping your experiences and work to create a path forward that empowers growth, healing, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to express what’s going on inside? Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, low motivation, self-esteem, relationship challenges, or navigating a life transition, we can figure it out together. I offer a collaborative space to help you reconnect with yourself, rediscover your strengths, and move toward the change you seek. Let’s explore the feelings and patterns shaping your experiences and work to create a path forward that empowers growth, healing, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Do you feel alone, stuck, or unable to reach your potential in your relationships, career, or overall health? Is it hard to accept yourself or others? Are you struggling to communicate with the people you care most about? YOU deserve support!
I help people through life changes, anxiety, depression, grief, and addictions. We can explore what works and does not work in your life and find useful next steps together. With evidence-based approaches, we can empower you to take action on what matters most to you.
Do you feel alone, stuck, or unable to reach your potential in your relationships, career, or overall health? Is it hard to accept yourself or others? Are you struggling to communicate with the people you care most about? YOU deserve support!
I help people through life changes, anxiety, depression, grief, and addictions. We can explore what works and does not work in your life and find useful next steps together. With evidence-based approaches, we can empower you to take action on what matters most to you.
Are you someone who prides yourself in always being strong and able to get through life’s challenges but who’s suddenly found yourself stuck, vulnerable, and unable to move forward because of a major event, such as being diagnosed with a serious illness, the end of a relationship, or the death of someone you love? Are you a new parent, overwhelmed with anxiety about doing it right while missing your old life? Are you menopausal, watching yourself warp into someone you no longer recognize? Have you recently retired with enthusiasm only to find you are now aimless, tired, and unmotivated to make the most of this new freedom?
Are you someone who prides yourself in always being strong and able to get through life’s challenges but who’s suddenly found yourself stuck, vulnerable, and unable to move forward because of a major event, such as being diagnosed with a serious illness, the end of a relationship, or the death of someone you love? Are you a new parent, overwhelmed with anxiety about doing it right while missing your old life? Are you menopausal, watching yourself warp into someone you no longer recognize? Have you recently retired with enthusiasm only to find you are now aimless, tired, and unmotivated to make the most of this new freedom?
We all want to be happy, but sometimes happiness is elusive. I've spent over 20 years working with adolescents, adults, seniors and families to improve mental health, build resilience, enhance relationships and move through life transitions. Whether you're a teen or young adult trying to understand the world and your place in it, an adult moving through the challenges of life, an elder facing major life changes, or a family seeking better communication and understanding of one another, I have the tools and experience to help you through.
We all want to be happy, but sometimes happiness is elusive. I've spent over 20 years working with adolescents, adults, seniors and families to improve mental health, build resilience, enhance relationships and move through life transitions. Whether you're a teen or young adult trying to understand the world and your place in it, an adult moving through the challenges of life, an elder facing major life changes, or a family seeking better communication and understanding of one another, I have the tools and experience to help you through.
I have experience working with the following conditions: Adjustment Issues Anxiety and related disorders Depression Gender Identity and Dysphoria Grief and Loss Trauma.
I'm Emilio Perdomo, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach as a therapist, is to be collaborative with my client which means we work together to work through past or present challenges. I have worked with clients ages 12-60 years old. By providing you with a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns and providing education, guidance and commitment to the process, I want to help you move toward achieving your personal therapeutic goals. Most of my clients tend to have anxiety, ADHD or depression. I have experience working with clients who are BICOP or LGBTQIA+.
I have experience working with the following conditions: Adjustment Issues Anxiety and related disorders Depression Gender Identity and Dysphoria Grief and Loss Trauma.
I'm Emilio Perdomo, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach as a therapist, is to be collaborative with my client which means we work together to work through past or present challenges. I have worked with clients ages 12-60 years old. By providing you with a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns and providing education, guidance and commitment to the process, I want to help you move toward achieving your personal therapeutic goals. Most of my clients tend to have anxiety, ADHD or depression. I have experience working with clients who are BICOP or LGBTQIA+.
Welcome to my profile page! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington. I graduated from Northwestern University with a Masters in Counseling in 2021. I currently work at a high school counseling students and also work with adults both in person and on tele-therapy platforms. I value walking with people as they strive to address challenges that may be holding them back from growing and achieving invaluable goals in their lives.
Welcome to my profile page! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington. I graduated from Northwestern University with a Masters in Counseling in 2021. I currently work at a high school counseling students and also work with adults both in person and on tele-therapy platforms. I value walking with people as they strive to address challenges that may be holding them back from growing and achieving invaluable goals in their lives.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I speak Spanish/English and I have been in practice since 2014, helping individuals and families cope with significant changes, losses, and experiences. We all have internal resources we can anchor to that promote healing and growth. With professional help, we can enhance the quality of life and become the best version of ourselves.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I speak Spanish/English and I have been in practice since 2014, helping individuals and families cope with significant changes, losses, and experiences. We all have internal resources we can anchor to that promote healing and growth. With professional help, we can enhance the quality of life and become the best version of ourselves.
I consider myself to be a holistic, trauma-informed, and solution-focused therapist.
I have worked with many adolescents, young adults, and elders in life who suffer from anxiety, depression, PTSD, and unworthiness. I have also worked with veterans and the geriatric population. In addition, I enjoy educating and coaching people through major life changes and providing support with grief and loss.
I consider myself to be a holistic, trauma-informed, and solution-focused therapist.
I have worked with many adolescents, young adults, and elders in life who suffer from anxiety, depression, PTSD, and unworthiness. I have also worked with veterans and the geriatric population. In addition, I enjoy educating and coaching people through major life changes and providing support with grief and loss.
Hello! My name is Jackie Galindo-Johnson. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. My approach to therapy is gentle but direct; I move at the client's pace, therefore making me more client-centered. I am client-centered, meaning you steer the ship, and I'm here to make sure you don't hit the iceberg, so to speak. I have had experience in various therapeutic settings, such as juvenile halls, school-based therapy, and private practice. I chose to work for the private practice because I enjoy the array of clients I work with. I always knew I wanted to help people; I just wasn't sure in what setting.
Hello! My name is Jackie Galindo-Johnson. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. My approach to therapy is gentle but direct; I move at the client's pace, therefore making me more client-centered. I am client-centered, meaning you steer the ship, and I'm here to make sure you don't hit the iceberg, so to speak. I have had experience in various therapeutic settings, such as juvenile halls, school-based therapy, and private practice. I chose to work for the private practice because I enjoy the array of clients I work with. I always knew I wanted to help people; I just wasn't sure in what setting.
Hi, I'm Amanda Smith and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. My passion has been to help those who are struggling with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, among others. I have trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, and Superhero Therapy. I began my Marriage and Family Telehealth practice in California out of a desire to use my life experience, education, and faith to help serve the emotional and behavioral health needs of our community and state.
Hi, I'm Amanda Smith and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. My passion has been to help those who are struggling with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, among others. I have trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, and Superhero Therapy. I began my Marriage and Family Telehealth practice in California out of a desire to use my life experience, education, and faith to help serve the emotional and behavioral health needs of our community and state.
I have certificates in: CBT, DBT, IFS, ACT, Mindfulness Skills, Emotional Regulation, Attachment, Couples Therapy, EMDR for Anxiety, Anger Management, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD/ Trauma, Gaslighting/Manipulation, Social Justice & many more.
I chose this field of work to promote and develop positive changes within families. I am passionate about creating an opportunity for those who have been silenced by the trials of life, to find their voice, deliver it in a respectful manner, and be heard. I feel strongly about supporting those who feel the need to develop self-care habits to get to where they want to be in life. My style of counseling is warm and interactive, and it is my greatest privilege to partner and collaborate with you to discover new perspectives. I believe individuals and families can find more productive and effective ways to deal with life situations.
I have certificates in: CBT, DBT, IFS, ACT, Mindfulness Skills, Emotional Regulation, Attachment, Couples Therapy, EMDR for Anxiety, Anger Management, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD/ Trauma, Gaslighting/Manipulation, Social Justice & many more.
I chose this field of work to promote and develop positive changes within families. I am passionate about creating an opportunity for those who have been silenced by the trials of life, to find their voice, deliver it in a respectful manner, and be heard. I feel strongly about supporting those who feel the need to develop self-care habits to get to where they want to be in life. My style of counseling is warm and interactive, and it is my greatest privilege to partner and collaborate with you to discover new perspectives. I believe individuals and families can find more productive and effective ways to deal with life situations.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
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.