Trauma and PTSD Therapists in West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
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Dovid Meshchaninov
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC, SEP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Healing is possible even if your issues seem insurmountable or healing your
trauma
has been elusive.
As an integrative mind-body psychotherapist, I help my client’s overcome a range of issues including childhood traumas and relationship challenges. I help individuals using a comprehensive and holistic approach to overcome issues related to anxiety, depression,
trauma
, addiction, sexuality and relationships. Each session is a focused time to help clients feel supported and unpack their struggles and traumas and navigate towards clarity and healing. Childhood traumas can be challenging to navigate and overcome, but with a compassionate and informed approach, healing and breakthrough are truly possible.
Jessica Hyatt
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I pride myself on a
trauma
-informed practice that offers an embodied approach to healing, based upon the emerging science showing that our emotions live in the body as much as they do the mind.
I prioritize serving marginalized sexual identities and relationship styles. I know that it is hard to find mental health treatment where you can feel fully seen. As a member of the queer community, I am passionate about providing therapy that is not just inclusive, but is LGBTQ+ affirming. I also enjoy supporting family and friends of individuals who are going through coming-out or transition journeys. I work with non-traditional intimate relationships including: polyamorous families, open marriages, kinky couples, and asexual and aromantic individuals. I also offer non-stigmatizing care to sex workers of all kinds.
Waitlist for new clients
Kerri Karlsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified
Verified
I specialize in
trauma
, life transitions, relationships, depression, anxiety and grief.
Therapy is a deeply personal, multifaceted journey inward in an already complex world. To those who choose to venture down this road, the process can leave one feeling emotional and vulnerable, but it will also be healing, enlightening and enriching. Taking steps down this path is a virtuous act and I am here to honor you and your process. Together we will gently explore what may be causing you pain. Healing is at the heart of my practice - what you will experience with me is empathy, non-judgmental compassion, and authenticity. My therapeutic style is warm, energetic and engaged.
Helena Vissing
Psychologist, MS, PsyD, PMH-C, SEP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you struggling in the areas of body image, maternal issues, or
trauma
? I work with "all things maternal", meaning I work with women at all life-stages; maybe contemplating motherhood or feeling ambivalent, struggling with fertility, experiencing pregnancy loss/miscarriage, expecting or new mothers with depression, anxiety, or birth
trauma
, women who decided not to have children, women with or without children who want to process body image issues or anxieties, women who want to process their relationship to their own mother, any parent struggling with postpartum mental health issues, anyone wanting to heal from
trauma
.
Waitlist for new clients
Manny Kemphues
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
A lot of my work centers around
trauma
, gender identity, sexuality, kink, and polyamory.
Sometimes there are parts of ourselves, our desires, or our pasts that are difficult to share with others. This could be because of a lack of acceptance or support in your social world, and could be related to feelings of fear, shame, or disgust. I work with clients to build a relationship in which it is safe enough for clients to bring disowned parts of themselves into compassionate awareness as they develop a sense of wholeness. Throughout this deep internal work, I ask curious questions about environmental factors in order to facilitate liberation from internalized oppression and self-blame.
Nelda Fox
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist working in California. I have years of clinical experience working with various forms of emotional and mental distress and I specialize in ADHD/ Neurodivergence,
Trauma
, and Harm Reduction.
Seth Sultan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize in the treatment of
trauma
, depression and anxiety. I strive to create safety with each person I work with so we can explore what is going on emotionally, physically, cognitively and spiritually.
Trauma
and stress live in the body and, in my experience, an integrated approach is most helpful, where we pay attention to feelings, physical sensations, thoughts, behaviors and images that arise during sessions. I also utilize mindfulness, and inner child healing. We will work together moving towards your goals, so that as you feel better, you will have more freedom to become the person you want to be.
Julia Willinger
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, RYT-200
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Whether you’re going through a difficult moment or life transition, experiencing anxiety and looking for meaning in your life, or want to understand your inner world more deeply and process your past
trauma
, I am here to support you. I show up authentically with a
Trauma
-informed, Depth/Jungian, Relational, and compassionate Mind-Body approach. Together, we can explore relational wounds and grow interpersonal connection. I work with adults, couples, groups, and adolescents. I balance a soul centered, creative, and spiritual approach with contemporary psycho-education. I focus on parts work using IFS.
Thais (Guimaraes) Sky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
We typically find ourselves considering psychotherapy when things don’t seem to be working. You have read the books, listened to the podcasts, watched youtube videos, and something just keeps getting in the way. Things feel stuck. Whether you are struggling with self-worth, an eating disorder, complex
trauma
, or you want to deepen your understanding of yourself and create more meaningful relationships, therapy can help.
Elizabeth Chase
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
We all arrive to therapy with unique needs, hurts, and wishes. We may not even know what we are seeking - just that life is not feeling good. I aim to create a therapy space that is individualized, supportive, and responsive. I understand that human healing happens in the context of a human relationship, and that therapy is a unique experience of connection that can allow us to heal in new ways. My specialties include
trauma
, depression, identity, and caregiver stress. I also offer specialization in religious
trauma
, including supporting those leaving or recovering from involvement with high-demand religious communities.
Arielle Hanien
Pre-Licensed Professional, Rabbi, PsyD, SEP
Verified
Verified
You deserve the support you need. When we are struggling with anxiety,
PTSD
, personal or relationship transitions, life can feel especially difficult. Experiences of
trauma
, changes in our identity and relationships, legal or learning challenges can sometimes be overwhelming--even long after they happen. Often, beliefs that once provided guidance or comfort change, leaving us feel even more lost at sea. Yet deep within, we all have access to a feeling of our aliveness that can help us navigate these rough spots. Our work offers you safety and caring to bolster your strengths, recover your joy, and find your inner knowing once again.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I am also trained in EMDR as an additional tool to support clients in working through anxiety or processing
trauma
.
Finding a therapist can be a daunting process. Although there are many great therapists out there, it does not necessarily mean that each one is the right fit for you. With the belief that the relationship between client and therapist is central to growth and healing, my style is nurturing, client centered, collaborative, and empowering. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space to support my clients in becoming more grounded and connected to their whole and authentic self.
Arlene Drake
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I help adult men and women who have suffered from childhood abuse. I am
trauma
specialist and have been in practice for 33 years. I have a proven and specific methodology that works. If we work together we will address the issues at hand and determine a strategy to heal. I do not believe in therapy for life. Together we will walk through to the other side. Life can and will be different. I see it happen everyday!
Grace DeVoll
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I provide values-focused,
trauma
-informed therapy to couples, individuals, families, and adolescents seeking to improve their relationships, expand possibilities, and reassert agency over their lives. I will support you in identifying the many ways that language, environment, and culture shape your self-perception and seek to help you locate your stories within a larger context. My approach is friendly and collaborative. I integrate principles of harm reduction, mindfulness, brainspotting, and somatic experiments with a postmodern theoretical perspective, with expertise in both Narrative and Relational Gestalt theory.
David Ibrahim
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LAADC , E500RYT, EMDR, ISTDP
Verified
Verified
If you are suffering from Depression, Anxiety,
PTSD
, Complex
Trauma
or phobia and anxiety and are looking for EMDR therapy approach then please contact me.
Are past traumatic experiences, being an adult child of a dysfunctional home, incest survival experiences, addiction issues, phobia, panic, anxiety, C-
PTSD
or depression affecting your success? Are distractions impacting your optimal performance abilities at work, in your intimate relationships, or in relationships with family members or with yourself? Are you surviving instead of thriving? I provide accelerated psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are challenged by performance loss and emotional unhappiness. Also offer Diagnosis evaluation for addiction, mood, personality, and adult Autism spectrum. HSP and Kink friendly.
Sean Sprigle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified
Verified
My specialties include substance abuse (dual diagnosis),
trauma
/
PTSD
, codependency, dysfunctional family dynamics, anxiety, and depression.
Before I was a therapist I was a client struggling with addiction,
PTSD
, and other issues as well. My journey of healing led me to becoming a therapist to help others heal as well. My clients find me to be compassionate, non-judgmental and informative. I tend to work intuitively, while using my training and experience as a guide. I am focused on helping my clients navigate their own healing journey as quickly and as painlessly as possible.
Larissa House
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Serving couples and individuals (including moms navigating prenatal, postpartum, parenting, and career and personal growth). In your relationship, do you and your partner seem to be stuck in the same exhausting patterns? Maybe you're feeling stuck individually, too, caught in patterns of anxiety,
trauma
, and feeling like you're just not good enough. Do the painful memories of your past keep creeping up even though you’re desperately trying to move forward? I offer online individual and couples/marriage therapy for clients in Los Angeles, San Francisco and anywhere you are in CA and FL to help you heal, strengthen and grow.
Krista R. Page
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I love being a therapist because I believe healing is a human right and belongs to us all! I am
trauma
-informed, spiritually grounded and value the complexity of culture, identity and systemic injustice in how that affects individual and community mental health. I am trained in Relational Gestalt theory and integrate many other theories as there is not a cookie-cut treatment plan for anyone. Your journey is unique and I want to honor it. I am also inspired by the concept of "each one teach one." I enjoy sharing everything I've learned, delivered with warmth and humor, and then fostering your leadership to create a butterfly effect.
Renee Shanee Tate
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. COUPLES & INDIVIDUALS. EMAIL FOR CONSULTATION* Through collaboration, I join in making meaning of your experiences and equip you with tools to fully live out your purpose, as well as hold space for us to collaborate in creating a journey towards healing. You are the expert of your experiences. My passion is working with people of color and
trauma
survivors to break cycles of transgenerational
trauma
to create new paths, traditions, and coping strategies for a healthy well-being. Understanding that therapy does not have a one-size-fits-all approach, I am adaptive to each client's needs and goals.
Aaron M. Mason
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am committed to LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy that is anti-racist and
trauma
-informed.
Are you feeling tired, foggy, overwhelmed? Have you tried to change but still feel stuck? Maybe it is time for something new. Therapy may help. It is not a quick fix, but I can be with you as you learn to feel and grow. Maybe you are trying to balance too much. You are not alone. Like me, many of my clients are in the LGBTQIA+ community. Some are also neurodivergent (a spectrum including autism and ADHD). Some people are navigating conflicts in families, at work, or in romantic partnerships. Whatever you are struggling with, I offer a nonjudgmental ear and a gentle approach to feedback. I also rely on my compassion and intuition.
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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.