Trauma Focused Therapists in San Diego, CA

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Ryanne Giorgione
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, PMH-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Sometimes our inner world seems chaotic and stressful. Sometimes we feel like we are going through life surrounded by a fog and can’t see a way out. Sometimes we experience something so significant that our life is turned upside down and we have a hard time coping. Regardless of what you are experiencing right now, it does not reflect anything about your worth and you do not have to navigate it alone. My goal as a therapist is to provide opportunities for you to work through the challenges of life while reconnecting with your authentic self and embracing your inner-knowing.
Sometimes our inner world seems chaotic and stressful. Sometimes we feel like we are going through life surrounded by a fog and can’t see a way out. Sometimes we experience something so significant that our life is turned upside down and we have a hard time coping. Regardless of what you are experiencing right now, it does not reflect anything about your worth and you do not have to navigate it alone. My goal as a therapist is to provide opportunities for you to work through the challenges of life while reconnecting with your authentic self and embracing your inner-knowing.
(619) 505-0169 View (619) 505-0169
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Courtney Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
My name is Courtney Moore and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with teens and adults looking to heal anxiety, stress, trauma, and limiting beliefs using mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and somatic-based therapy to help my clients find freedom and joy from what's holding them back. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and somatic work to reintegrate both the mind and body to facilitate equilibrium and balance for overall improved well-being.
My name is Courtney Moore and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with teens and adults looking to heal anxiety, stress, trauma, and limiting beliefs using mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and somatic-based therapy to help my clients find freedom and joy from what's holding them back. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and somatic work to reintegrate both the mind and body to facilitate equilibrium and balance for overall improved well-being.
(747) 836-3498 View (747) 836-3498
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Alyssa Hustwick
Psychologist, PsyD
San Diego, CA 92103
I believe that everyone deserves to live a fulfilling life - a life that is connected to your values, passions, and loved ones. I value authentic human connection and want to understand your joy, pain, your past, what you believe in, and what you hope for. I will help you gain insight into yourself, so that you can confidently navigate life’s challenges and find healing and purpose.
I believe that everyone deserves to live a fulfilling life - a life that is connected to your values, passions, and loved ones. I value authentic human connection and want to understand your joy, pain, your past, what you believe in, and what you hope for. I will help you gain insight into yourself, so that you can confidently navigate life’s challenges and find healing and purpose.
(619) 746-8686 View (619) 746-8686
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Glenn Motola
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Gay Psychologist Serving Gay and Bi-sexual men in California: I am a gay identified Clinical Psychologist who has a practice that is dedicated to the unique needs of gay men, bi-sexual men, and men who identify with the LGBTQ+ community. In a supported and safe environment, we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges that are unique to our community. My way of working is unique. I see people in person and via Telehealth AND I will travel throughout CA 2-3xs year to see you personally in a place near your location. This gives us the added benefit of being able to meet in person with the convenience of telehealth.
Gay Psychologist Serving Gay and Bi-sexual men in California: I am a gay identified Clinical Psychologist who has a practice that is dedicated to the unique needs of gay men, bi-sexual men, and men who identify with the LGBTQ+ community. In a supported and safe environment, we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges that are unique to our community. My way of working is unique. I see people in person and via Telehealth AND I will travel throughout CA 2-3xs year to see you personally in a place near your location. This gives us the added benefit of being able to meet in person with the convenience of telehealth.
(858) 251-9939 View (858) 251-9939
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Steven Diamond
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LCPC
Online Only
I am an LPCC with a wide variety of experience providing services to clients of all ages. The majority of my nearly 15-year career has been spent working with clients in crisis and crisis prevention services, including work in non-public schools, residential, crisis stabilization, and suicide prevention service settings. I am client-centered and use an integrative approach to provide the best services to meet a client's needs.
I am an LPCC with a wide variety of experience providing services to clients of all ages. The majority of my nearly 15-year career has been spent working with clients in crisis and crisis prevention services, including work in non-public schools, residential, crisis stabilization, and suicide prevention service settings. I am client-centered and use an integrative approach to provide the best services to meet a client's needs.
(747) 277-7976 View (747) 277-7976
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Michelle Dickerson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Online Only
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem, and relational concerns, helping them better understand what’s going on beneath the surface. I believe that our past experiences shape how we show up in the present, and I am passionate about helping clients explore underlying patterns so meaningful change can occur. My approach is conversational and relaxed, creating a space where you feel at ease while working toward your goals. Along the way, you can expect to gain practical skills, education, and insight to support lasting growth
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem, and relational concerns, helping them better understand what’s going on beneath the surface. I believe that our past experiences shape how we show up in the present, and I am passionate about helping clients explore underlying patterns so meaningful change can occur. My approach is conversational and relaxed, creating a space where you feel at ease while working toward your goals. Along the way, you can expect to gain practical skills, education, and insight to support lasting growth
(619) 815-3816 View (619) 815-3816
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Would you like to be successful emotionally, socially, spiritually and professionally? Do you need assistance directing personal growth, relationships, family life or your career? I specialize in assisting individuals to lead a productive life, a meaningful existence and reach their highest potential.
Would you like to be successful emotionally, socially, spiritually and professionally? Do you need assistance directing personal growth, relationships, family life or your career? I specialize in assisting individuals to lead a productive life, a meaningful existence and reach their highest potential.
(858) 367-3966 View (858) 367-3966
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Roberto Weiss
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Online Only
I am committed to use my extensive experience and the effective skills I have developed throughout my professional career in mental health to help you feel better in a short time. I have a deep understanding of why we end up suffering or are stuck and unable to get to that state of well-being we all deserve and are capable of achieving. Sometimes one just needs a little help from an expert. At a minimum, my aim is that you leave having more insight into what the problem is and how to resolve it. We can do the rest together or you can try on your own. I am confident that you will not regret the experience.
I am committed to use my extensive experience and the effective skills I have developed throughout my professional career in mental health to help you feel better in a short time. I have a deep understanding of why we end up suffering or are stuck and unable to get to that state of well-being we all deserve and are capable of achieving. Sometimes one just needs a little help from an expert. At a minimum, my aim is that you leave having more insight into what the problem is and how to resolve it. We can do the rest together or you can try on your own. I am confident that you will not regret the experience.
(619) 614-7567 View (619) 614-7567
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Lauren Spinelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92109
Are you feeling like life is getting a bit heavy? Maybe you're dealing with overwhelming emotions, stress, anxiety or just feeling alone in it all. Challenges will inevitably arise throughout life. Some can be handled effectively on our own and some require additional support. That's where I come in! First off, kudos to you for taking the courageous step of seeking support. I consider it a privilege to support you in whatever you're going through. For over 12 years, I've devoted my life to listening to people share their fears and frustrations, while equipping them with the tools to live more fulfilling and joyful lives.
Are you feeling like life is getting a bit heavy? Maybe you're dealing with overwhelming emotions, stress, anxiety or just feeling alone in it all. Challenges will inevitably arise throughout life. Some can be handled effectively on our own and some require additional support. That's where I come in! First off, kudos to you for taking the courageous step of seeking support. I consider it a privilege to support you in whatever you're going through. For over 12 years, I've devoted my life to listening to people share their fears and frustrations, while equipping them with the tools to live more fulfilling and joyful lives.
(619) 361-7865 View (619) 361-7865
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Victoria Johnk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, APCC
San Diego, CA 92109
Now accepting new clients with various insurance options and private pay! I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Many of my clients feel stuck, burdened by past experiences, or overwhelmed by stressors. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, healing, and growth. Using EMDR, Brainspotting, TF-CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, and Attachment Theory, I help clients build resilience and inner strength. Whether faith-based or non-religious, we’ll create a safe space to uncover hope and strategies for a more fulfilling life.
Now accepting new clients with various insurance options and private pay! I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Many of my clients feel stuck, burdened by past experiences, or overwhelmed by stressors. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, healing, and growth. Using EMDR, Brainspotting, TF-CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, and Attachment Theory, I help clients build resilience and inner strength. Whether faith-based or non-religious, we’ll create a safe space to uncover hope and strategies for a more fulfilling life.
(619) 485-6495 View (619) 485-6495
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Sarah Ahrem
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AFMT
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
You may find yourself feeling stuck in painful relational patterns, overwhelmed by emotion, or disconnected from yourself. Perhaps you’re navigating betrayal, life transitions, or tension in your marriage. You want clarity, steadiness, and a deeper understanding of why you react the way you do. More than coping, you want growth, healthier relationships, and a stronger, more grounded version of yourself.
You may find yourself feeling stuck in painful relational patterns, overwhelmed by emotion, or disconnected from yourself. Perhaps you’re navigating betrayal, life transitions, or tension in your marriage. You want clarity, steadiness, and a deeper understanding of why you react the way you do. More than coping, you want growth, healthier relationships, and a stronger, more grounded version of yourself.
(619) 597-2689 View (619) 597-2689
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Dr. Azita Hickey
Psychologist, PhD
15 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a clinical psychologist dedicated to providing accessible therapy for individuals facing challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, family and identity conflicts, women’s health, and perinatal mental health. With a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, my research has focused on neuroscience and the impact of microaggressions on marginalized communities. My practice is further enriched by post-doctoral specializations in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and advanced expertise in fertility and postpartum care. As a child of immigrants, I bring a deeply multicultural perspective to my work.
I am a clinical psychologist dedicated to providing accessible therapy for individuals facing challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, family and identity conflicts, women’s health, and perinatal mental health. With a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, my research has focused on neuroscience and the impact of microaggressions on marginalized communities. My practice is further enriched by post-doctoral specializations in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and advanced expertise in fertility and postpartum care. As a child of immigrants, I bring a deeply multicultural perspective to my work.
(619) 771-0514 View (619) 771-0514
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Martha Chacon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92154
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Many come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or seeking clarity and support. In individual therapy, I provide a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their experiences and build healthier coping skills. Together, we focus on developing insight, strengthening resilience, and creating meaningful, lasting change so clients can move forward with greater confidence and emotional well-being.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Many come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or seeking clarity and support. In individual therapy, I provide a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their experiences and build healthier coping skills. Together, we focus on developing insight, strengthening resilience, and creating meaningful, lasting change so clients can move forward with greater confidence and emotional well-being.
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DBT Center of San Diego
Psychologist, Psy.D.
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92131
Our clients need help reducing their intense and persistent emotional suffering, especially when emotional behaviors have created additional problems, like addiction, or losing jobs or relationships. They have struggled to find peaceful, meaningful relationships, facing frequent stressful conflicts or painful loneliness. Often many previous therapies have not worked for them, and so they need a stronger skills-based approach in addition to therapy support.
Our clients need help reducing their intense and persistent emotional suffering, especially when emotional behaviors have created additional problems, like addiction, or losing jobs or relationships. They have struggled to find peaceful, meaningful relationships, facing frequent stressful conflicts or painful loneliness. Often many previous therapies have not worked for them, and so they need a stronger skills-based approach in addition to therapy support.
(858) 463-3485 View (858) 463-3485
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Cynamon Weston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
I believe strong, healthy, and supportive relationships are the cornerstones of healing. Your sense of belonging, intention and feeling seen are at the heart my practice. My intention is to help you explore the adaptive patterns you have developed and work towards challenging the patterns you would like to shift. You are the experts of your own lives, I simply offer a new perspective and hopefully encourage you to find clarity in the areas of your life which are ambiguous, hurtful or distressing.
I believe strong, healthy, and supportive relationships are the cornerstones of healing. Your sense of belonging, intention and feeling seen are at the heart my practice. My intention is to help you explore the adaptive patterns you have developed and work towards challenging the patterns you would like to shift. You are the experts of your own lives, I simply offer a new perspective and hopefully encourage you to find clarity in the areas of your life which are ambiguous, hurtful or distressing.
(619) 350-4620 View (619) 350-4620
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Dominique Zabala
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Sometimes life doesn’t unfold the way we imagined. You might be doing your best to keep things together, showing up for others, checking the boxes, but underneath, you’re feeling anxious, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer work. Maybe you’re in the middle of a big change, questioning who you are, or quietly carrying emotions that feel too heavy to hold alone. Therapy can be a place to exhale, a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself in a deeper way. I work with individuals and couples who want to feel more grounded, understood, and connected, to themselves and to each other.
Sometimes life doesn’t unfold the way we imagined. You might be doing your best to keep things together, showing up for others, checking the boxes, but underneath, you’re feeling anxious, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer work. Maybe you’re in the middle of a big change, questioning who you are, or quietly carrying emotions that feel too heavy to hold alone. Therapy can be a place to exhale, a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself in a deeper way. I work with individuals and couples who want to feel more grounded, understood, and connected, to themselves and to each other.
(619) 371-5188 View (619) 371-5188
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Jocelyn Williams
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Online Only
Hi! I am Jocelyn, a therapist who helps individuals uncover barriers to living a more fulfilling life. I’ve worked with diverse populations facing concerns with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and self-esteem. My ideal client may feel stuck, but they’re ready for meaningful change. In a safe, nonjudgmental space, we’ll explore challenges, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and work together to create clarity, growth, and lasting transformation.
Hi! I am Jocelyn, a therapist who helps individuals uncover barriers to living a more fulfilling life. I’ve worked with diverse populations facing concerns with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and self-esteem. My ideal client may feel stuck, but they’re ready for meaningful change. In a safe, nonjudgmental space, we’ll explore challenges, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and work together to create clarity, growth, and lasting transformation.
(858) 519-8002 View (858) 519-8002
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Jasmine Davis
Psychological Associate, PhD
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92130
I work with individuals, couples, and families to help them navigate life’s challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship conflict. I take a holistic approach to wellbeing, taking into consideration your unique biological, psychological, and social factors that may be contributing to your current concerns. We will work together to determine your goals and the best path to get there with your personal strengths and values.
I work with individuals, couples, and families to help them navigate life’s challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship conflict. I take a holistic approach to wellbeing, taking into consideration your unique biological, psychological, and social factors that may be contributing to your current concerns. We will work together to determine your goals and the best path to get there with your personal strengths and values.
(858) 463-4590 View (858) 463-4590
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Susan Graf-Cote
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92117
By promoting a safe space where you can create, and recreate the you that is well. Tapping into the strengths that live in your heart, we will gain access to your ideals and understanding and build upon them. We will awaken the part of you that will teach you to become your own coach. I will introduce you to several techniques and theoretical orientations that best suit you. I will not subject you to change through somebody elses belief systems instead of your own. With my guidance, you will find the answers to change your life and find peace.
By promoting a safe space where you can create, and recreate the you that is well. Tapping into the strengths that live in your heart, we will gain access to your ideals and understanding and build upon them. We will awaken the part of you that will teach you to become your own coach. I will introduce you to several techniques and theoretical orientations that best suit you. I will not subject you to change through somebody elses belief systems instead of your own. With my guidance, you will find the answers to change your life and find peace.
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Em Mitchell
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Feeling stuck in your relationship or the same misunderstanding over and over? I can help you get unstuck from frustrating patterns, and move forward in your relationship(s) in ways that work for you. I regularly help people fix their communication patterns, build or repair secure connections, improve self-worth, and heal self-trust. I also have expertise in evidence-based treatments for sexual difficulties including low sexual desire, performance issues, sexual trauma, and shame.
Feeling stuck in your relationship or the same misunderstanding over and over? I can help you get unstuck from frustrating patterns, and move forward in your relationship(s) in ways that work for you. I regularly help people fix their communication patterns, build or repair secure connections, improve self-worth, and heal self-trust. I also have expertise in evidence-based treatments for sexual difficulties including low sexual desire, performance issues, sexual trauma, and shame.
(858) 727-5898 View (858) 727-5898

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