Trauma and PTSD Therapists in San Jose, CA
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Nicole Egan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
You’re driven and successful yet you struggle with bouts of anxiety, depression, burnout, chronic stress, perfectionism or triggers from unhealed
trauma
. Maybe you’ve encountered some recent life transitions that left you feeling not at all like yourself but feeling inadequate, lost or stuck and you just desperately want to feel like you again or maybe you want to feel differently all together because feeling like you has never felt good. You can have control over choices in your mindset. You can have the power to choose how you respond to what you are feeling. You can find your balanced mind and take your power back.
Douglas Drucker
Psychologist, PhD, QME
Verified
Verified
I work with adults in a private practice setting specializing in pain managagement and health psychology. I offer biofeedback, EMDR, treatment for mood disorders and
PTSD
. I am on staff at El Camino Hospital and accept insurance and Medicare. I am a qualified medical evaluator and provide forensic evaluations for surgical screenings and for legal settings.
Dorise Hebenstreit
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I specialize in
Trauma
-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which is an evidence-based treatment approach shown to help overcome
trauma
-related difficulties.
My focus is to help individuals and families heal from anxiety, depression,
trauma
, and relationship/family issues. As the therapeutic area of concern is introduced, we can begin to work together in developing empowerment of self as we set up together healthy and achievable goals. I aim to establish include compassion, good communication and trust. In our relationship then I will work alongside you to develop your own coping tools. My approach is a person-centered (positive type) direction to further your strengths and resilience which is tailored towards your specific goals and needs.
Michaela Zavala
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified
Verified
Michaela is Social Work Clinician who has years of working with people who have experienced
trauma
. Michaela's previous experience includes working with victims of human trafficking, military veterans, unhoused individuals and couples. Michaela currently works at a world-renowned hospital with inpatient and outpatient patients and their families to assist those living with chronic illnesses. Michaela's experience is broad in range, scope and population. She has worked with those that are currently unhoused to those who are running top tech companies, and many people in between.
Minoo Mehdikhan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My specialization is in the area of stress, mood disorder,
trauma
, relationship problems, ADD, ADHD, autism, asperger disorder, speech disorder and learning disability. My orientation is eclectic, psychodynamic, hypnotherapy, EMDR, and EEG Neurofeedback. I work with adults, adolescents, as well as children.
Jessica Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in supporting children and adults who have experienced childhood
trauma
, other
trauma
, foster care, and adoption; as well as parents of children with these experiences. I have been working with children and adults for over 15 years both as a social worker and LCSW. Being a foster and adoptive mom as well, I have both personal and professional experience with childhood
trauma
, foster care, and adoption.
Uyen Earl
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My work in Community Mental Health is specialized in High Acuity
Trauma
, Domestic Violence, Trafficking, and Substance Abuse in Transitional Aged Youth, Young Adults and system-impacted families.
I am a First Generation Vietnamese-American. I grew up in a household with traditional Vietnamese parents who taught me the importance of rituals, family, & strong values. I struggled with cultural & generational differences and I learned ways to embrace my two worlds & improve on my relationship with my family members, while still staying true to myself. I encourage you to utilize the meditation corner before/after our sessions. The relationship between your mind, body & soul is key to your healing and is crucial to gain freedom form suffering (whatever that may be)
Nicole Woolf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My approach to therapy is tailored to your needs and may include body/mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and
Trauma
-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Seeking help can be scary and exciting, and it takes a lot of bravery and courage to take the initial step. You may be feeling like you are depressed and anxious due to your
trauma
. I aim to meet you where you are mentally and emotionally and help you grow, learn skills, and adapt to new changes. We can work together to identify your goals and needs and address the emotional and behavioral challenges you experience.
Not accepting new clients
Karen Camese
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a certified Grief Therapy Specialist, I have extensive training in Substance Use Disorders, Co-Occurring Behavioral Health issues,
Trauma and PTSD
.
Do you often feel weighed down by the heaviness of life, experiencing feelings of depression and anxiety? Are you pondering the purposefulness of your life, thinking "is this as good as it gets"? Are you yearning for more, but not sure more what…and how? Are you finding it difficult to make meaningful social connections and experience loneliness regularly as a result? Come talk to me. Together, we will work on strategies that allow you to address the root causes of your difficulties and enable you to build meaningful, joy filled lives.
Harmonie Stone
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Harmonie holds certifications in EMDR, Tension and
Trauma
Releasing Exercises®, Neurosculpting®, Nutrition, and is an affiliate of Integrated Listening Systems, a program to heal mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Sensory Processing in children and adults.
Harmonie Stone has been a student of the developmental and psychological wellness fields for over 9 years. She has a Bachelors of Science in Child and Adolescent Development and a Masters Degree in Psychology. Her work as a counselor has lead her to take a special interest in chronic stress and
trauma
and their influence on the nervous system's ability to communicate with the mind and body. Her desire is to take a more whole person approach in healing from chronic stress and
trauma
.
Jamie Stern
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I specialize in
trauma
processing using BrainSpotting and
Trauma
Resiliency Model.
Are you going through internal struggle due to
trauma
? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.
Jennifer Lara
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified
Verified
Childhood
trauma
can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past
trauma
from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce
trauma
related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.
Imelda Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My speciality is working with people with various types of anxiety,
trauma
, and grief.
Hello my name is Imelda and I would love to support you in overcoming your life obstacles. Have you ever felt guilty about taking time for yourself? Or have worries you can’t turn off? I have years of experience supporting individuals over come life’s anxieties and supporting them in taking time to take care of their own needs. If you are worried about school, your relationships, home life and even their career I would love to support you with unexpected life events.
James Geri
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Communities I specialize with are people making life transitions, those in grief, and persons who have survived
trauma
.
Anyone seeking space for personal healing and growth is encouraged to contact me. I can provide you with an environment in which you can explore your life in a way you never have before.
Not accepting new clients
Jessica Farber
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I specialize in treating individual teens and adults who struggle with anxiety, panic, phobias, dissociation, avoidance,
PTSD
and surviving
trauma
.
Are you struggling with distressing symptoms of anxiety and depression that keep you from doing the things you want to do? Do things that seem simple trigger strong emotional reactions and cause you to lose out on the rewarding and enjoyable things in life? Is fear keeping you from going certain places, doing certain things or interacting with certain people? Have you experienced
trauma
? My philosophy for therapy includes an individualized approach based on your unique strengths, needs and goals. My approach is holistic, integrating symptom reduction, physical health, relationships, and spiritual growth.
Lana Shatil
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA
Verified
Verified
Painful past experiences and
trauma
block our natural flow of life.
If you stay awake at night with troubling thoughts, feel lonely even when in a relationship, and use distractions of substances, media, sex, or work, I invite you to take ownership of your life. Relational issues in private or professional life, parenting, career decisions, unpleasant symptoms of depression or anxiety, moods preventing enjoyment of life, identity concerns, and problematic behavior patterns are all welcome here as they are our guideposts for exploration. I believe in a holistic approach to healing with the mind, heart, body, and spirit integrated.
Holly Hopkins Shah
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Thank you for visiting my profile. You're looking for a therapist because either you or a loved one is in some distress. I can help. I have experience in treating many issues one faces that produces some distress from relationship problems,
trauma
or family difficulties to depression, anxiety and grief.
Alyss Marie Swanson
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Sudden and dramatic life transitions can rock our world, causing us to frequently feel disoriented and unsettled. Whether such moments are encountered through loss of a loved one, divorce,
trauma
, substance recovery or something equally profound, ones faith, meaning, purpose, and direction is often called on as a means to sustain us. I welcome the opportunity to work with you to heuristically discover and strengthen your inner-self and potentiality.
Bea Armstrong
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
Hi! Thanks for considering me as your therapist. Whether you are struggling with a past
trauma
or current relationship, I have more than 30 years of helping people learn to live the best life possible. Areas of expertise: cult recovery (religious, other); ACA,
PTSD
, addictions, and narcissistic relationships, grief and loss. All of us hit speed bumps -- sometimes mountains -- that keep us from moving forward. Our beliefs about how life works can block happiness. We can't always change what's happening, but we can change our perception of it. I work exclusively online. See my web site: www.beaarmstrong.com
Not accepting new clients
Jason Wu
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
10 Endorsed
Verified
10 Endorsed
Though I work with most issues, I specialize in helping people recover from complex
trauma
. People with narcissistic, abusive, or neglectful parents or partners sometimes develop issues with trusting themselves, have difficulty maintaining close relationships, struggle with an inner critic, vacillate often between depression and anxiety, lack a solid sense of identity, or feel a sense of emptiness when their lives seem great on paper. Sometimes that
trauma
can even become part of one's identity - I work with clients to build insight, boundaries, self-compassion, and acceptance to free themselves from it & live more fulfilling lives.
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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.