Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Los Angeles, CA

Does your inner voice often sound critical? Do you struggle with high standards for yourself and fear judgment and rejection from others? Maybe you struggle with expressing your needs and feelings? That's where I can offer support. I work well with people who are highly sensitive, struggle with perfectionism, and are curious about exploring the parts of themselves that have been shamed and repressed. I help by facilitating empowerment, teaching skills to relearn emotional safety, and centering one's story. I strive to facilitate a process of healing that is client-led and welcomes all emotions.

Most of us pride ourselves on our strength and ability to "get through" life challenges. Yet, there are times in all of our lives when we seem be in a 'bad space' or things just seem out of alignment. People come to counseling because they are struggling with an issue, relationship, unresolved feelings, or feeling numb and apathetic to the world. Sometimes, we need insight into our choices and behavior or the impact of family dynamics on us. Counseling is about gaining insight, overcoming challenges, reconnecting mind, body, and spirit, fostering positive connections with others, and flourishing.

Trauma. Depression. Anxiety. Inattention. These are all natural responses to the challenges of life. These challenges are daunting on their own, and can feel insurmountable because of how the world treats gender, race, sexuality and learning differences. I'm a therapist at the intersection of multiple identities (queer, non-binary, Japanese American, Jewish). I use mindfulness-based therapies to help clients live in the present moment and find liberation from the impact of family history and systemic discrimination.

My goal is to welcome you where you are at in your personal journey, and create a space of collaboration and healing. I believe in a person-centered approach to therapy, understanding each of us to be the expert in our own lives. I am here to listen without judgement, help you learn about your authentic self, and be a guide along the way.

Relationships, work, and life, in general, can be tough. Being told, "it will get better" or "time will help", although well intended, doesn't help. Being able to connect with someone who listens, connects with you, is honest and direct about challenges in order to help you navigate through the process can help.

I am a licensed clinical social worker in multiple states, including CA. My passion is working with adolescents & adults & guiding them in healing from trauma. This passion is due to my own healing journey as a child who was touched inappropriately, exposed to domestic violence in a military household where my father abused drugs, & llater experienced the death of my then 3-year-old son in 1996. Through my own healing journey, I learned how to "manage" my symptoms consisting of low self-esteem, mood instability, not feeling safe, trust issues, & the need to control everything which negatively impacted my relationships with others.

There are countless stories and ideas we're told about who we can and should be! More successful, more actualized, richer, taller, thinner- with all that noise around us, it is often hard to hear our own voice telling us what we value, what makes us feel alive, what is worth our energy and attention. When we feel stuck or weighed down by trauma, depression, anxiety, or systemic injustice, it’s especially hard to access our preferences, inner resources, and community. Our voice gets lost or neglected. This is my commitment to you in our work – to make space for your voice.

Hi! I am Nastaran Rad, Psy.D. (27113). My work in therapy integrates from Person-Centered, Psychodynamic, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy interventions. I focus on helping the client feel at ease to express their emotions in a non-judgmental space whilst addressing ways to alleviate their emotional discomfort. My work in therapy integrates from Person-Centered, Psychodynamic, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I also incorporate mindfulness techniques and approach therapy with clients from a holistic and humanistic stance.

I believe that a profound desire lies within each of us to thrive and live to our highest potential. I view therapy as a collaborative journey which encourages self-awareness and self-acceptance through the process of being present. In my work I seek to help my clients bring compassionate attention to the various dimensions of their emotional experience, may it be boundless joy or deep sadness. As we become more aware of our thoughts, feelings, and actions, we are better able to navigate through struggle and uncertainty.

Hello, I’m Michelé, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist. I am a dedicated therapist experienced in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma, with a special focus on serving BIPOC individuals who have faced race-based traumatic stress (RBTS), intergenerational trauma, and supporting adolescents emerging into adulthood.

Are you struggling with anxiety, self-criticism, and doubt? Traumas often leave us feeling like there is something wrong with us when there is not. Therapy can help address these difficult thoughts and feelings of shame in a supportive environment. In therapy, we can even learn to befriend ourselves. As a LMFT, I have experience supporting clients through issues related to trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and grief. I am passionate about the exploration of sex, sexuality and identity. I also specialize in working with individuals navigating illness including chronic pain, medical trauma, grief, and meaning making.

You are highly insightful and perceptive but find yourself trapped in a cycle of overthinking, self-criticism, or placing the needs of others above your own. Unable to shake the feeling that something is inherently wrong with you or that certain parts of you are unacceptable, you try to numb away this feeling, which might manifest in tendencies such as workaholism, incessantly consuming self-help content, or entering into unhealthy but addictive relationships. You're seeking healing that is in-depth and lasting.

Do you feel overwhelmed by emotions and life stressors? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and health? Is it hard to show up as your authentic self and be kind to yourself? I help people find their voice, identify their true emotions and learn to use positive coping mechanisms to manage life stressors. I also help high performers manage anxiety and avoid burnout. Together, we can identify what’s not working and get you back to balance. We’ll use a person-centered approach, addressing the needs of your mind, body, and spirit.

Are you struggling with anxiety and trauma and turning towards unhealthy coping mechanisms in an attempt to manage your emotions? Now is a trying time for almost everyone, and if you have a trauma background what's coming up in the current environment may be reminiscent of the stress, isolation, and fear induced by early childhood experiences. You don't have to handle this alone, and with clinically tested techniques to regulate the mind and body, it's possible to shift from a place of disempowerment to strength.

My name is Cindy Levy, LMFT. I specialize in complex trauma and mood disorders often related to growing up in abusive, neglectful family systems or experiencing unhealthy relationships where needs were not met. I explore old survival patterns that are no longer serving you, with the goal of integrating new skills that align with your authentic core values. I work with adults and couples. I treat Complex PTSD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, addiction, and relationship issues. My hope is to contribute something that can make our world (both internal and external) a better place!

I believe that no matter how stuck we feel in life the key to freedom and wellbeing always lies inside us. As an IFS-certified therapist for over 12 years, I have helped many clients find inner peace and fulfillment by recognizing tendencies and patterns that stand in their path to healing. A core IFS belief is that even our most dreaded habits and patterns are protective mechanisms that we have developed unconsciously to remain safe from more hurt and suffering. What makes IFS a powerful modality is that it is not based on pathology or diagnosis but on understanding that our internal system is organized around protection and safety

Are you tired of being told your thoughts are the problem? Have you been labeled as "too sensitive?" If you are looking to heal the body which holds our pain and trauma and become more empowered to understand your own nervous system, then we may be a good fit. I work with womxn and non-binary clients who experience chronic pain, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, or trauma. I am LGBTQIA+ allied, social justice, and feminist therapist. Clients I work with come in when experiencing life transition, relationship stress, new health diagnoses, career changes, increased pain, or family-of-origin pain.

If you are feeling lost, alone, or out of touch with your usual self, I know you have not made the decision to reach out for help lightly. Seeking therapy is an effort to do just about anything to finally feel better. Maybe you are feeling weighed down by life's stressors, like it is impossible to be a woman in today's society, struggling to navigate the transition to motherhood, overcome with sadness, and hopeless about how to take care of yourself, your relationship, or your child. If you are searching for holistic support in embodying your role as a mother, or mood management during pregnancy and post-partum, I can help.

My clients are navigating anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and identity development. I work with many individuals with a history of trauma who experience self-judgement and self -doubt. My clients tend to feel held back in some area of their life, often exacerbated by oppressive systems within our society. I help clients to build their self-esteem and foster understanding and empathy. I help clients cope with stressors and assist them in building a more meaningful life. I emphasize affirmation specifically of women, people of color, LGBTQIA + communities, and other marginalized groups.