Trauma and PTSD Therapists in San Francisco, CA
I specialize in supporting teens, young adults, and adults who are navigating challenges such as DID, complex or single-incident trauma, low self-worth, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, or bipolar disorder.
I specialize in trauma-informed care and tailor each session to your individual needs, preferences, and goals. My approach draws from a range of evidence-based methods, including EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, core values work, self-care strategies, and Art Therapy. Together, we’ll find the tools that best support your healing.
I specialize in supporting teens, young adults, and adults who are navigating challenges such as DID, complex or single-incident trauma, low self-worth, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, or bipolar disorder.
I specialize in trauma-informed care and tailor each session to your individual needs, preferences, and goals. My approach draws from a range of evidence-based methods, including EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, core values work, self-care strategies, and Art Therapy. Together, we’ll find the tools that best support your healing.
I work with diverse persons, treating depression, anxiety disorders, relationship problems and trauma-related problems.
I have more than 30 years of clinical experience.
I work with diverse persons, treating depression, anxiety disorders, relationship problems and trauma-related problems.
I have more than 30 years of clinical experience.
Relationship and sexual concerns, couples therapy, anxiety, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, stress management, insomnia, women's issues, creativity, LGBTQ- welcome.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Relationship and sexual concerns, couples therapy, anxiety, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, stress management, insomnia, women's issues, creativity, LGBTQ- welcome.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
I'm currently focusing my practice for families and couples as well as young professionals and athletes who have experienced trauma and/or high stress.
Therapy gives us an opportunity to explore big decisions, gain insight into difficult situations, strengthen our ability to problem solve more confidently, and challenge our own capacities. Finding a balance between our professional and personal lives is something we strive to obtain and you don’t have to do this alone.
I'm currently focusing my practice for families and couples as well as young professionals and athletes who have experienced trauma and/or high stress.
Therapy gives us an opportunity to explore big decisions, gain insight into difficult situations, strengthen our ability to problem solve more confidently, and challenge our own capacities. Finding a balance between our professional and personal lives is something we strive to obtain and you don’t have to do this alone.
I work with individuals and couples who are seeking to process developmental trauma (e.g., abuse, neglect, immigration) and traumas of oppression (e.g., racism, sexism, transphobia) and improve how they show up for themselves and the people they love.
I often work with clients who feel obligated to live a life that was pre-determined based on familial or societal expectations, so that instead they may achieve a lifestyle that feels authentic to them. I specialize in supporting high-achieving children of immigrant parents learn to set boundaries and increase self-esteem.
I work with individuals and couples who are seeking to process developmental trauma (e.g., abuse, neglect, immigration) and traumas of oppression (e.g., racism, sexism, transphobia) and improve how they show up for themselves and the people they love.
I often work with clients who feel obligated to live a life that was pre-determined based on familial or societal expectations, so that instead they may achieve a lifestyle that feels authentic to them. I specialize in supporting high-achieving children of immigrant parents learn to set boundaries and increase self-esteem.
I provide long- and short-term therapy to individuals struggling with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, life transitions and relationship difficulties.
I generally take an active approach to treatment and to help clients manage difficult symptoms such as anxiety and depression, but also to develop a more global sense of competence, strengthen a sense of personal identity, and expand the capacity to experience pleasure and contentment in life.
I provide long- and short-term therapy to individuals struggling with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, life transitions and relationship difficulties.
I generally take an active approach to treatment and to help clients manage difficult symptoms such as anxiety and depression, but also to develop a more global sense of competence, strengthen a sense of personal identity, and expand the capacity to experience pleasure and contentment in life.
Often this involves working with challenging relationship dynamics, insecurities, sense of self, sense of purpose, or past trauma.
I have specialized expertise in working with couples, and have successfully helped couples and individuals work through difficult relationship issues including challenging communication, betrayal, loss of intimacy, parenting challenges, sexual trauma, multicultural dynamics, and preparing for marriage. I am trained in EFT, Gottman, and Tatkin's PACT therapy.
Often this involves working with challenging relationship dynamics, insecurities, sense of self, sense of purpose, or past trauma.
I have specialized expertise in working with couples, and have successfully helped couples and individuals work through difficult relationship issues including challenging communication, betrayal, loss of intimacy, parenting challenges, sexual trauma, multicultural dynamics, and preparing for marriage. I am trained in EFT, Gottman, and Tatkin's PACT therapy.
Aguirre is a licensed clinical psychologist with specialties in trauma and stress-related disorders, anxiety and major depression, life transitions, grief and loss, identity development and multiculturalism.
Dr. Aguirre enjoys working with adults, including Spanish-speaking individuals, in San Francisco and across California via telemedicine. Dr. Aguirre graduated with a BA from the University of California Los Angeles and earned her PsyD from the PGSP-Stanford PsyD Consortium.
Aguirre is a licensed clinical psychologist with specialties in trauma and stress-related disorders, anxiety and major depression, life transitions, grief and loss, identity development and multiculturalism.
Dr. Aguirre enjoys working with adults, including Spanish-speaking individuals, in San Francisco and across California via telemedicine. Dr. Aguirre graduated with a BA from the University of California Los Angeles and earned her PsyD from the PGSP-Stanford PsyD Consortium.
My name is Mitsué and I offer compassionate, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed therapy online to clients throughout California.
Life's challenges shape us in unique and profound ways so my approach is integrative, culturally sensitive and guided by how you experience the world. We will work collaboratively to explore the challenges you are facing and to meet your needs for healing, growth, and lasting well-being – bringing greater balance to your life.
My name is Mitsué and I offer compassionate, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed therapy online to clients throughout California.
Life's challenges shape us in unique and profound ways so my approach is integrative, culturally sensitive and guided by how you experience the world. We will work collaboratively to explore the challenges you are facing and to meet your needs for healing, growth, and lasting well-being – bringing greater balance to your life.
You may also be dealing with trauma and, with focused trauma therapy, I can help you find a greater sense of calm.
I can work with you to find out what you are most needing and then I use a mix of listening, helping you to sort through what matters to you, and teaching you problem-solving and coping techniques. With both individuals and couples I often assign homework because it is your life outside of therapy that is where you want to see the change.
You may also be dealing with trauma and, with focused trauma therapy, I can help you find a greater sense of calm.
I can work with you to find out what you are most needing and then I use a mix of listening, helping you to sort through what matters to you, and teaching you problem-solving and coping techniques. With both individuals and couples I often assign homework because it is your life outside of therapy that is where you want to see the change.
My deep belief, rooted in both my practice and my own trauma healing, is that our brains and bodies can heal from trauma when given a safe space to connect with our internal world.
In therapy, I take a person-centered approach, where you can share your feelings and be heard. My approach is holistic and integrative, using interventions informed by Polyvagal Theory and body-based modalities like Brainspotting, IFS, and EFIT. We’ll collaborate on the most helpful approach, helping you feel connected and confident in the process.
My deep belief, rooted in both my practice and my own trauma healing, is that our brains and bodies can heal from trauma when given a safe space to connect with our internal world.
In therapy, I take a person-centered approach, where you can share your feelings and be heard. My approach is holistic and integrative, using interventions informed by Polyvagal Theory and body-based modalities like Brainspotting, IFS, and EFIT. We’ll collaborate on the most helpful approach, helping you feel connected and confident in the process.
Dr. Tara Cronin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC, ATR-BC, PATP
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94110
I started my practice to help people overcome and recover from grief and loss, trauma and relationship issues.
Treatment specialties include Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy, along with Internal Family Systems (IFS) or 'parts work' to help tap into parts of ourselves that are in pain, learn from them and help heal deep traumatic wounds. Psychedelic Therapy, Art Therapy, IFS, Grief Recovery and Solution Focused Therapy offer healing for a multitude of life issues.
I started my practice to help people overcome and recover from grief and loss, trauma and relationship issues.
Treatment specialties include Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy, along with Internal Family Systems (IFS) or 'parts work' to help tap into parts of ourselves that are in pain, learn from them and help heal deep traumatic wounds. Psychedelic Therapy, Art Therapy, IFS, Grief Recovery and Solution Focused Therapy offer healing for a multitude of life issues.
I help clients manage mental health challenges, including bipolar symptoms, anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction.
Perhaps you are seeking a path of self-exploration or struggling with anxiety, depression or low self-esteem. You may need some additional time to talk and make some sense out the barriers to your personal goals. Or you may desire to learn practical skills to cope with your pain. Every person is unique, which means that our time together would be tailored to your particular needs based on cultural background, family dynamics and personal values. Either way, I will be present with you and assist you as you journey toward a meaningful life.
I help clients manage mental health challenges, including bipolar symptoms, anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction.
Perhaps you are seeking a path of self-exploration or struggling with anxiety, depression or low self-esteem. You may need some additional time to talk and make some sense out the barriers to your personal goals. Or you may desire to learn practical skills to cope with your pain. Every person is unique, which means that our time together would be tailored to your particular needs based on cultural background, family dynamics and personal values. Either way, I will be present with you and assist you as you journey toward a meaningful life.
I specialize in attending to cultural differences in therapy: I use culturally responsive techniques to assess and treat trauma reactions.
I can help you to reduce PTSD, depression, anxiety, insomnia/sleep issues, and other problems we all may experience from time to time. Therapy isn't just for problems, of course - it's also an opportunity to explore your values, empower you towards action, and enhance your life!
I specialize in attending to cultural differences in therapy: I use culturally responsive techniques to assess and treat trauma reactions.
I can help you to reduce PTSD, depression, anxiety, insomnia/sleep issues, and other problems we all may experience from time to time. Therapy isn't just for problems, of course - it's also an opportunity to explore your values, empower you towards action, and enhance your life!
As a leading expert in trauma-informed couples therapy and bestselling author of Healing Trauma Together, I’ve dedicated 20,000+ clinical hours to helping couples heal even the most fractured bonds.
Good news: healing can happen faster than you think. When brain and body heal together, transformation accelerates. The same relationship that triggers pain can become your greatest source of healing. I use evidence-based methods like EMDR, Gottman, and CPT to create a personalized plan—rooted in deep clinical and research expertise.
As a leading expert in trauma-informed couples therapy and bestselling author of Healing Trauma Together, I’ve dedicated 20,000+ clinical hours to helping couples heal even the most fractured bonds.
Good news: healing can happen faster than you think. When brain and body heal together, transformation accelerates. The same relationship that triggers pain can become your greatest source of healing. I use evidence-based methods like EMDR, Gottman, and CPT to create a personalized plan—rooted in deep clinical and research expertise.
Relationship and sexual concerns, couples therapy, anxiety, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, stress management, insomnia, women's issues, creativity, LGBTQ- welcome.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Relationship and sexual concerns, couples therapy, anxiety, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, stress management, insomnia, women's issues, creativity, LGBTQ- welcome.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
I am particularly interested in issues of trauma, anxiety, depression, identity, and challenging life circumstances.
I work with individuals, children, and families from a psychodynamic perspective to explore the ways conscious and unconscious processes affect current patterns, emotions, and behavior. The goal of this type of therapy is to increase awareness, relieve tension, and open avenues for change. I also practice Somatic Experiencing, a body-orientated method designed to support people in processing traumatic experiences and connect with their own capacity for healing. I incorporate principles of Mindfulness into my practice. I work with compassion, respect, and a deep belief in our ability to develop increased ease and clarity in our lives.
I am particularly interested in issues of trauma, anxiety, depression, identity, and challenging life circumstances.
I work with individuals, children, and families from a psychodynamic perspective to explore the ways conscious and unconscious processes affect current patterns, emotions, and behavior. The goal of this type of therapy is to increase awareness, relieve tension, and open avenues for change. I also practice Somatic Experiencing, a body-orientated method designed to support people in processing traumatic experiences and connect with their own capacity for healing. I incorporate principles of Mindfulness into my practice. I work with compassion, respect, and a deep belief in our ability to develop increased ease and clarity in our lives.
I specialize in childhood trauma.
Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, anger issues, or relationship struggles rooted in past experiences? My approach meets you where you are, offering comfort and trust as we work through each session. Healing is like a wave, with natural ups and downs, but we’ll move forward together on a steady, upward path. If you’re feeling stuck or caught in repetitive patterns, I’m here to help you understand these cycles, empowering you to create a more authentic life. Through a supportive, safe environment, we’ll explore your unique needs, helping you build resilience and confidence as you move toward meaningful change.
I specialize in childhood trauma.
Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, anger issues, or relationship struggles rooted in past experiences? My approach meets you where you are, offering comfort and trust as we work through each session. Healing is like a wave, with natural ups and downs, but we’ll move forward together on a steady, upward path. If you’re feeling stuck or caught in repetitive patterns, I’m here to help you understand these cycles, empowering you to create a more authentic life. Through a supportive, safe environment, we’ll explore your unique needs, helping you build resilience and confidence as you move toward meaningful change.
I offer leading edge approaches to help you shift from surviving to thriving: Somatics; relational, attachment and experiential work; IFS Wise Self/Parts work; visualizations; and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (similar to Somatic Experiencing) for healing trauma, including shock, developmental, complex/CPTSD, attachment trauma, and panic attacks.
Wholeness, Celebration, Joy, Dignity, Compassion are fundamental qualities of a life truly lived. Discovering who we are is our birthright. But we must walk our path to discover ourselves and go on the hero and heroine’s journey that asks us to step into the unknown, relinquish the things we know we must let go of and claim the truth we know is ours. By being our unique selves, our lives flourish and the world is a better place. Making your dreams come alive means being uniquely you. You’ll be able to say, This is my life, I’m taking it seriously and enjoying it! And yes, you can learn to say out loud and mean it: I love myself!
I offer leading edge approaches to help you shift from surviving to thriving: Somatics; relational, attachment and experiential work; IFS Wise Self/Parts work; visualizations; and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (similar to Somatic Experiencing) for healing trauma, including shock, developmental, complex/CPTSD, attachment trauma, and panic attacks.
Wholeness, Celebration, Joy, Dignity, Compassion are fundamental qualities of a life truly lived. Discovering who we are is our birthright. But we must walk our path to discover ourselves and go on the hero and heroine’s journey that asks us to step into the unknown, relinquish the things we know we must let go of and claim the truth we know is ours. By being our unique selves, our lives flourish and the world is a better place. Making your dreams come alive means being uniquely you. You’ll be able to say, This is my life, I’m taking it seriously and enjoying it! And yes, you can learn to say out loud and mean it: I love myself!
Trauma-informed treatment aims to equip ourselves with an experience that increases our ability to trust our own compass and to create the life we need now.
Trauma-informed care is tailored to benefit clients from and in all walks of life. I make an effort to aid each person with referrals to other providers and/or adjunct services that may offer any additional benefit to you. Call or email me to set up a free 15-minute consultation.
Trauma-informed treatment aims to equip ourselves with an experience that increases our ability to trust our own compass and to create the life we need now.
Trauma-informed care is tailored to benefit clients from and in all walks of life. I make an effort to aid each person with referrals to other providers and/or adjunct services that may offer any additional benefit to you. Call or email me to set up a free 15-minute consultation.
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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.