Trauma Focused Therapists in San Diego, CA
Throughout life, we develop certain ways of dealing with our thoughts and feelings that often aren’t helpful. We’re often taught to run from discomfort, “just stop thinking about it,” avoid important things because we could be uncomfortable doing them, and lots of other coping methods that work short term but don’t lead us to live rich lives. Therapy can be a place where you learn how to have a different relationship with your experience while simultaneously identifying your values and taking action towards them. I specialize in helping those with trauma, PTSD, OCD, GAD, Social Anxiety, relationship issues, self-worth, & depression.
Throughout life, we develop certain ways of dealing with our thoughts and feelings that often aren’t helpful. We’re often taught to run from discomfort, “just stop thinking about it,” avoid important things because we could be uncomfortable doing them, and lots of other coping methods that work short term but don’t lead us to live rich lives. Therapy can be a place where you learn how to have a different relationship with your experience while simultaneously identifying your values and taking action towards them. I specialize in helping those with trauma, PTSD, OCD, GAD, Social Anxiety, relationship issues, self-worth, & depression.
While I take a Trauma-Focused approach to therapy, my priority is working with my patients in order to collaborate and create a treatment plan that is tailored to your needs.
You are more than just a diagnosis, you're a human being who deserves to feel confident and actualized. I want my clients to look forward to coming into therapy, and enjoy our time together with a mix humor and healing. You may feel like the past is always just under the surface—anxious, on guard, or disconnected even when life seems fine on the outside. My clients often carry trauma they’ve never been able to fully talk about or move past. They want relief from the tension in their minds and bodies, to understand why they feel this way, and to feel whole again—calm, confident, and safe in their own skin.
While I take a Trauma-Focused approach to therapy, my priority is working with my patients in order to collaborate and create a treatment plan that is tailored to your needs.
You are more than just a diagnosis, you're a human being who deserves to feel confident and actualized. I want my clients to look forward to coming into therapy, and enjoy our time together with a mix humor and healing. You may feel like the past is always just under the surface—anxious, on guard, or disconnected even when life seems fine on the outside. My clients often carry trauma they’ve never been able to fully talk about or move past. They want relief from the tension in their minds and bodies, to understand why they feel this way, and to feel whole again—calm, confident, and safe in their own skin.
Patty Palmer: ADHD and Autism Affirming Therapist
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92102
Welcome! I am glad you have landed here on my profile. I work primarily with Autistic, PDA and ADHD children, teens, adults and couples/families. I work with parents wanting to better understand and support their neurospicy children. I see Autism and other forms of neurodiversity as being neurotypes and not as disorders. As a neurodivergent person myself (and the parent of an neurodivergent child), I have first hand knowledge of the struggles you might be facing. I create a safe space to foster authenticity and connection and utilize affirming therapy practices that are meant to work with your brain and not against it.
Welcome! I am glad you have landed here on my profile. I work primarily with Autistic, PDA and ADHD children, teens, adults and couples/families. I work with parents wanting to better understand and support their neurospicy children. I see Autism and other forms of neurodiversity as being neurotypes and not as disorders. As a neurodivergent person myself (and the parent of an neurodivergent child), I have first hand knowledge of the struggles you might be facing. I create a safe space to foster authenticity and connection and utilize affirming therapy practices that are meant to work with your brain and not against it.
I work with individuals and couples to uncover their true selves while navigating through the obstacles that may be affecting their mental health and well-being. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem struggles, or life transitions, I am here to support you in overcoming those challenges.
Using a blend of humanistic and mindful approaches, I help you develop coping strategies, build resilience, and improve emotional regulation, so you can create lasting positive change.
I work with individuals and couples to uncover their true selves while navigating through the obstacles that may be affecting their mental health and well-being. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem struggles, or life transitions, I am here to support you in overcoming those challenges.
Using a blend of humanistic and mindful approaches, I help you develop coping strategies, build resilience, and improve emotional regulation, so you can create lasting positive change.
Are you overwhelmed by stress, worry, or loss? Has your job taken over your life? Do you feel stuck, lost, or unsure where to turn? My name is Mark Veldkamp. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in San Diego, California offering in person and virtual sessions to California residents with a variety of emotional and mental health needs. I started my practice because I believe that no one should have to face life’s challenges alone and that everyone deserves support. No matter how bad things might seem, no matter how helpless you feel, there is hope. You deserve a life filled with joy and meaning.
Are you overwhelmed by stress, worry, or loss? Has your job taken over your life? Do you feel stuck, lost, or unsure where to turn? My name is Mark Veldkamp. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in San Diego, California offering in person and virtual sessions to California residents with a variety of emotional and mental health needs. I started my practice because I believe that no one should have to face life’s challenges alone and that everyone deserves support. No matter how bad things might seem, no matter how helpless you feel, there is hope. You deserve a life filled with joy and meaning.
If you’re seeking therapy for anxiety, stress, trauma, or life transitions and want to use your insurance, you’re in the right place. Many adults come feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or disconnected, unsure how to manage their emotions or navigate challenges. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, and major life changes. I provide compassionate, collaborative support, helping you build coping skills, process difficult experiences, regulate emotions, and regain balance and clarity in your daily life.
If you’re seeking therapy for anxiety, stress, trauma, or life transitions and want to use your insurance, you’re in the right place. Many adults come feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or disconnected, unsure how to manage their emotions or navigate challenges. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, and major life changes. I provide compassionate, collaborative support, helping you build coping skills, process difficult experiences, regulate emotions, and regain balance and clarity in your daily life.
There are so many reasons we seek therapy, whether you are brand new to therapy or are seeking a therapist after a break from previous years of therapy. You may be here because you have been experiencing physical symptoms of anxiety, stress, or sadness that you cannot explain or you may be here to disrupt patterns you have noticed are limiting you. I believe in the importance of a holistic approach, integrating the mind and body to help my clients find healing. Wherever you are in your process, I believe we can do our best work when we collaborate on therapeutic goals together.
There are so many reasons we seek therapy, whether you are brand new to therapy or are seeking a therapist after a break from previous years of therapy. You may be here because you have been experiencing physical symptoms of anxiety, stress, or sadness that you cannot explain or you may be here to disrupt patterns you have noticed are limiting you. I believe in the importance of a holistic approach, integrating the mind and body to help my clients find healing. Wherever you are in your process, I believe we can do our best work when we collaborate on therapeutic goals together.
Dr. Nicole Muller specializes in the treatment of trauma/PTSD, addiction issues, and anxiety. She is a trained EMDR therapist and has been providing trauma and addiction-focused EMDR for several years. She takes a trauma-informed, strength-based, and biopsychosocial approach and believes in treating the whole person rather than focusing on symptom management. She also works with clients experiencing insomnia, depression, OCD, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, ADHD, chronic pain, and life issues such as grief, personal growth, and relationship problems.
Dr. Nicole Muller specializes in the treatment of trauma/PTSD, addiction issues, and anxiety. She is a trained EMDR therapist and has been providing trauma and addiction-focused EMDR for several years. She takes a trauma-informed, strength-based, and biopsychosocial approach and believes in treating the whole person rather than focusing on symptom management. She also works with clients experiencing insomnia, depression, OCD, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, ADHD, chronic pain, and life issues such as grief, personal growth, and relationship problems.
Therapy can be a place to heal, develop resiliency, and find relief from struggles. As an associate marriage and family therapist, I am committed to providing a compassionate and safe space where individuals, couples, and families can come to understand the cycles and patterns that are holding them back.
Therapy can be a place to heal, develop resiliency, and find relief from struggles. As an associate marriage and family therapist, I am committed to providing a compassionate and safe space where individuals, couples, and families can come to understand the cycles and patterns that are holding them back.
Are you struggling with panic, worry or trauma? If so, whether large or small, it may cause anxiety. Or maybe you even feel traumatized? This can happen for any situation that causes disturbance to your daily routine, thinking and ability to function to your full potential. Whatever your anxiety or trauma is about, we can help! We are a team of therapists working extensively with anxiety issues. These could be about relationships, life events, or any negative experience. If you are struggling with moving past a traumatic incident, or anxiety, please contact us. We will have one of our therapists contact you soon.
Are you struggling with panic, worry or trauma? If so, whether large or small, it may cause anxiety. Or maybe you even feel traumatized? This can happen for any situation that causes disturbance to your daily routine, thinking and ability to function to your full potential. Whatever your anxiety or trauma is about, we can help! We are a team of therapists working extensively with anxiety issues. These could be about relationships, life events, or any negative experience. If you are struggling with moving past a traumatic incident, or anxiety, please contact us. We will have one of our therapists contact you soon.
If you are someone who is seeking support and guidance, I am here to help. My work as a psychologist takes a collaborative and supportive approach. I aim to help clients develop insight and awareness to create the changes they want to make, to help them reach their goals, and to help them build a happy and healthy life. When you come in for your first session, we will identify together your specific needs and begin to determine how we can accomplish your unique goals. I work with clients of all ages in individual and family therapy.
If you are someone who is seeking support and guidance, I am here to help. My work as a psychologist takes a collaborative and supportive approach. I aim to help clients develop insight and awareness to create the changes they want to make, to help them reach their goals, and to help them build a happy and healthy life. When you come in for your first session, we will identify together your specific needs and begin to determine how we can accomplish your unique goals. I work with clients of all ages in individual and family therapy.
Hi, I am Caitlin, and I'm so glad you landed here on my page! I am passionate about helping navigate the messiness of being a human. This messiness comes in many forms- whether it's working to find connection in relationships, working to change behavioral patterns that are no longer serving you, working through difficult past experiences, or just plain finding a way to feel better about yourself and the life you are living. I pride myself on being able to tailor the therapeutic experience to what feels right for each client, though a common theme in my work is striking the right balance between self-acceptance and striving.
Hi, I am Caitlin, and I'm so glad you landed here on my page! I am passionate about helping navigate the messiness of being a human. This messiness comes in many forms- whether it's working to find connection in relationships, working to change behavioral patterns that are no longer serving you, working through difficult past experiences, or just plain finding a way to feel better about yourself and the life you are living. I pride myself on being able to tailor the therapeutic experience to what feels right for each client, though a common theme in my work is striking the right balance between self-acceptance and striving.
My name is Joseph Segal and I have a Master of Arts in couple and family therapy and am currently working on a doctorate in psychology from Alliant International University. I work with individuals, couples and families on various mental health and relational issues.I specialize in working with couples who have been in distress and who have been caught in a negative pattern of interaction. I specialize in high conflict relational counseling and have significant experience with military and veteran couples in addition to men's issues regarding sex, addiction, and anger.
My name is Joseph Segal and I have a Master of Arts in couple and family therapy and am currently working on a doctorate in psychology from Alliant International University. I work with individuals, couples and families on various mental health and relational issues.I specialize in working with couples who have been in distress and who have been caught in a negative pattern of interaction. I specialize in high conflict relational counseling and have significant experience with military and veteran couples in addition to men's issues regarding sex, addiction, and anger.
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.
If you're searching for insight, you’re in the right place. My name is Adrian (he/him), and I specialize in working with transgender, gender non-conforming, and queer adults. I especially love helping young people find themselves and live more fully in identity. My practice centers on supporting individuals exploring gender and sexuality, navigating poly/ENM relationships, struggling with anxiety and depression, facing major life transitions, and seeking deep understanding of their place in the world.
If you're searching for insight, you’re in the right place. My name is Adrian (he/him), and I specialize in working with transgender, gender non-conforming, and queer adults. I especially love helping young people find themselves and live more fully in identity. My practice centers on supporting individuals exploring gender and sexuality, navigating poly/ENM relationships, struggling with anxiety and depression, facing major life transitions, and seeking deep understanding of their place in the world.
My clients feel afraid that they're too much. They’re sensitive, smart, and tired of decoding people’s behavior. They’re deep feelers who’ve survived betrayal, abandonment, and/or emotional chaos and now struggle to tell the difference between intuition and intrusive thought. They want to stop sabotaging healthy love and to start feeling safe enough to enjoy it. They are ready to stop waiting for someone else to rescue them. They want to stop asking “Is this love or is this trauma?” and instead start trusting their gut without needing to fact-check it with someone else's response.
My clients feel afraid that they're too much. They’re sensitive, smart, and tired of decoding people’s behavior. They’re deep feelers who’ve survived betrayal, abandonment, and/or emotional chaos and now struggle to tell the difference between intuition and intrusive thought. They want to stop sabotaging healthy love and to start feeling safe enough to enjoy it. They are ready to stop waiting for someone else to rescue them. They want to stop asking “Is this love or is this trauma?” and instead start trusting their gut without needing to fact-check it with someone else's response.
Virtual only. Serving clients throughout California! & soon Pennsylvania :)
Porn has become the silent third presence in your relationship. One partner feels ashamed and exposed. The other feels unsafe and betrayed. Degraded secrecy, trust, and worth now amplify disagreements about the about dishes or schedules. I specialize in working with men and couples navigating porn and sexual addiction, betrayal, and relationship repair who want direct, structured help untangling the cycle beneath the conflict.
Virtual only. Serving clients throughout California! & soon Pennsylvania :)
Porn has become the silent third presence in your relationship. One partner feels ashamed and exposed. The other feels unsafe and betrayed. Degraded secrecy, trust, and worth now amplify disagreements about the about dishes or schedules. I specialize in working with men and couples navigating porn and sexual addiction, betrayal, and relationship repair who want direct, structured help untangling the cycle beneath the conflict.
We all have goals, strengths, needs, and difficulties that present themselves daily. If you have been impacted by increased stress or trauma, a new diagnosis, need more coping skills, are becoming familiar with mental health or this is your 10th round of therapy, I welcome you. Life is a journey and healing is non-linear so I seek to provide a nonjudgmental, safe space for us to explore where healing and recovery can take place in your life. Intersectionality is a key component of my practice, so every aspect of your identity is welcome here.
We all have goals, strengths, needs, and difficulties that present themselves daily. If you have been impacted by increased stress or trauma, a new diagnosis, need more coping skills, are becoming familiar with mental health or this is your 10th round of therapy, I welcome you. Life is a journey and healing is non-linear so I seek to provide a nonjudgmental, safe space for us to explore where healing and recovery can take place in your life. Intersectionality is a key component of my practice, so every aspect of your identity is welcome here.
Dr. April Koljonen Hernandez
Psychologist, PsyD
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92101
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I am currently full and not accepting new patients. I am a health psychologist who offers a non-judgmental space to support integrative growth and healing (mind/body connection). My approach to therapy is tailored to the individual or family who seeks treatment and is ready for positive emotional and behavioral change. The structure of our sessions is a back and forth conversation: a place for you to feel heard and also receive specific tools and communication techniques to use in any area or relationship in your life.
Hello! I am currently full and not accepting new patients. I am a health psychologist who offers a non-judgmental space to support integrative growth and healing (mind/body connection). My approach to therapy is tailored to the individual or family who seeks treatment and is ready for positive emotional and behavioral change. The structure of our sessions is a back and forth conversation: a place for you to feel heard and also receive specific tools and communication techniques to use in any area or relationship in your life.
Hi, I am Brookelynn and I work with neurodivergent adults and teens in therapy! Aside from my clinical experience, I am neurodivergent (Autistic and ADHD) myself. I have a passion for working with clients to understand their brain and neurotype, unmask, manage burn out, and cope in ways that work with their brains and not against them! Whether you are struggling with relationships, work, school, or parenting - I can meet you where you are at and support you. We can thrive when we accommodate ourselves in the ways that we need, and I am here to support you in understanding what this looks like for you.
Hi, I am Brookelynn and I work with neurodivergent adults and teens in therapy! Aside from my clinical experience, I am neurodivergent (Autistic and ADHD) myself. I have a passion for working with clients to understand their brain and neurotype, unmask, manage burn out, and cope in ways that work with their brains and not against them! Whether you are struggling with relationships, work, school, or parenting - I can meet you where you are at and support you. We can thrive when we accommodate ourselves in the ways that we need, and I am here to support you in understanding what this looks like for you.
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