Trauma and PTSD therapists in Aliso Viejo, California CA
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Aliso Viejo who provide testing, evidence-based treatment for trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, and related challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. Compare detailed therapist profiles and connect with a provider that’s right for you.
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Jean Wolfe Powers
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., L.M.F.T., International Life Coach, A.C.C.
My specialization in trauma, anxiety and depression is more important than ever. I am committed to helping families and individuals progress through every day challenges.
When working with me, you can expect to uncover deeper insights about your inner world, uncovering the factors that may be contributing to your current life-state. We will explore the issues that have been affecting you and put the focus on wellness, optimism and fulfillment.
38 Years Experience
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California (Online Only)
Rising Pines Counseling Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
I specialize in trauma-informed care, including EMDR, to help clients process past experiences safely. Therapy supports healing, emotional regulation, and reconnection with a sense of control and safety.
11 Years Experience
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California (Online Only)
Karen Rippy - Relationship Expert - office and online: Family, couple/marriage, extended family, students).
Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., LMFT
Trauma brings about automatic negative thinking and intense emotions. Let's decide on the right course of treatment for you. I have dealt with many clients throughout the years and have supervised therapists on different forms of managing trauma and moving from it, healing from it getting the lessons and not staying stuck.
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aliso Viejo, CA
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California
Morgan Pemberton
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR certified
If you’re struggling with complex trauma, attachment wounds, or generational trauma, healing can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. As a certified EMDR therapist, I specialize in helping individuals process deep-rooted trauma using a variety of effective techniques, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and resourcing. By addressing both the emotional and generational aspects of your experiences, we work together to break the cycle and help you build a healthier, more connected future.
11 Years Experience
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California (Online Only)
TREATMENT AND TOOLS FOR TRAUMA
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PH.D., IN PSYCHOANALYSIS AND NEUROSCIENCE, CERTIFIED PSYCHOANALYST, PSY.A, & LICENSED PSYCHOANALYST
PTSD requires lots of patience as the individual in treatment learns to interact with the world again. Traumatic experiences shut down everything in the person's mind/body, and in their social interactions, and create a lot of isolation. To counter all this, I recommend a unique program for each patient that includes talking at least twice a week, micro-stimulation to develop new pathways in the brain, supplements to heal the brain, music therapy (see Steven Halpern), sleep therapy, and the creation of "flow experiences" to strengthen the person's sense of self. Trauma is not easy to turn around, But, over a consistent period of time, expressing one's emotions and following a set routine (including the above), will always lead to healing.
36 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aliso Viejo, CA
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California
Monica M. Huston
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Trauma can affect how individuals experience safety, relationships, and themselves long after the event has passed. I provide a steady and paced approach to help process these experiences without overwhelming the system. Therapy focuses on increasing stability, understanding patterns shaped by trauma, and gradually building a greater sense of safety and integration.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aliso Viejo, CA
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California
Dr. Shelby Kittinger
Psychologist, PsyD
As a trauma specialist, I provide a trauma-informed, relational space that honors both the emotional and physiological impact of trauma. Together, we attend to attachment wounds, defensive patterns, and body-based responses to foster integration, safety, and resilience.
10 Years Experience
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California (Online Only)
David Sudyka
Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Trauma can continue to affect you long after the event has passed, showing up as intrusive memories, heightened anxiety, or feeling on edge. It can impact your sense of safety and the way you move through the world. In therapy we will work at a pace that feels safe to process what you have been through while also building tools to manage symptoms. The goal is to help you feel more grounded, more in control, and less impacted by the past.
4 Years Experience
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California (Online Only)
Marley Cote
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Shame. Pain. Betrayal. Terror. Panic. Disgust. Rage. These are the common emotions that haunt or plague many survivors of (complex) trauma. Trauma can leave survivors feeling fragmented, dehumanized, and paralyzed. These emotions are often only one part of struggling to survive, with flashbacks and trauma responses often frustrating or flooding survivors. Many survivors often wonder if they will ever feel "normal" again after what has happened, if it is even possible to find safety again within and outside of themselves. In my work with survivors, my clients discover what it means to be grounded again within their bodies, to reclaim safety within their bodies, and to release trauma that has limited them for so long.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aliso Viejo, CA
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California
Dr. Cassidy Blair, PSY.D.
Psychiatrist, B.A., M.A., Psy.D.
PTSD represents a unique set of causative circumstances which are accounted for in the creation of a treatment plan directed at the specific needs of the client through such approaches as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and psychodynamic therapy.
18 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aliso Viejo, CA
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Aliso Viejo, California Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Aliso Viejo, California average 15 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (66%), Psychodynamic Therapy (42%), and Existential / Humanistic Therapy (36%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
51%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 33% | Somatic Therapy |
| 33% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 59% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Teen |
| 51% | Senior |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Men |
| 24% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 24% | Persons with Disabilities |