Trauma and PTSD therapists in Castro Valley, California CA
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Castro Valley 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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Russell Wilkie
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
I use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to reduce the effects of trauma. Some of us have trauma that affects our bodies, others are emotional and some are more spiritual. Boundary violations of any kind can lead to PTSD, whether they are big "T" traumas or small "t" traumas, our brain can process through the event(s), but sometimes it gets stuck, so EMDR can break the paralysis. We can get stuck in the left brain, right brain or amygdala and end up paralyzed. We use the eye movement to allow our three brains to calm down and listen to and soothe one another. Getting those three parts of your brain all active usually break the stranglehold of trauma.
34 Years Experience
Online in Castro Valley, CA California (Online Only)
Elena Duong
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Trauma can leave marks on the body, not just the mind. It may show up as tight muscles, exhaustion, headaches, stomach trouble, or feeling stuck in a constant state of alert. Healing is often best approached gently, with rest, steady routines, calm breathing, small movements, and compassionate support. Recovery is not about forcing yourself to “get over it,” but about helping your body feel safe again, one small step at a time.
12 Years Experience
Online in Castro Valley, CA California (Online Only)
Susanna La
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Our traumas not only impact our internal experiences of distress but also our relationships, our work, and overall quality of life. It can be difficult to differentiate between your own survival mechanisms and the coping strategies you inherited. To prevent passing on your trauma responses to the next generation, you can unlearn what is no longer serving you while also learning new skills.
13 Years Experience
Online in Castro Valley, CA California (Online Only)
Ever After Individual and Family Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Unresolved trauma can shape every aspect of life, but healing is possible. We use trauma-informed approaches to help clients process painful experiences, regain a sense of safety, and build resilience for the future.
17 Years Experience
Online in Castro Valley, CA California (Online Only)
Sarah Wagner LMFT Corp
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, MBA
Trauma can impact how you experience safety, connection, and trust—both internally and in relationships. I approach trauma work through an attachment-based, developmental lens, recognizing that overwhelming experiences often shape protective patterns that once helped you survive.
Using Internal Family Systems (IFS), we gently work with parts that carry fear, shame, anger, or numbness. Emotionally Focused principles guide our work toward strengthening secure attachment and emotional safety. Therapy focuses on nervous system regulation, unburdening traumatic experiences at a pace that feels manageable, and restoring a sense of stability and self-trust.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Castro Valley, CA
Online in Castro Valley, CA California
Alana Morazzini
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I work with a healing approach called Internal Family Systems (IFS), which gently explores the different "parts" of you that have been shaped by past experiences. This work is especially meaningful for those who have navigated relational trauma or PTSD — and for anyone who simply wants a safe, compassionate space to make sense of their story and move toward healing.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Castro Valley, CA
Online in Castro Valley, CA California
ScienceWorks Behavioral Healthcare
Psychologist, PhD, HSP, PSYPACT+California
We treat trauma using evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, CBT, and ACT, with attention to how trauma interacts with neurodivergence and chronic stress. Treatment focuses on processing experiences while restoring safety, regulation, and functioning.
20 Years Experience
Online in Castro Valley, CA California (Online Only)
John Jakubowski
Marriage and Family Therapist, MACP LPCC LMFT
Trauma therapy has come light years in the last decade. You do not have to relive, or dig up past experiences to heal. I work with both trauma and attachment disruptions, in order to heal going forward and flourish. Through a myriad of relational tools, let's change the landscape and help you get on with your life.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Castro Valley, CA
Online in Castro Valley, CA California
Holly Hoffman, PsyD, Psychotherapy
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist in CA & NY
There are some things that regular talk and behavioral therapy can not get at. EMDR uses bilateral stimulation to help us to shift where things are stored in our brain so that we don’t feel our past wounds as much in our body. EMDR does not make us forget but helps us to see things differently, at a bit more of a distance, so that we can change our views of ourselves and move forward with our lives. I have received EMDR myself and an a big proponent of it. EMDR is not just for PTSD it can help with any unhealed wounds. Other therapies can feel like putting band aid on but EMDR gets to the root so you are no longer triggered by it.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Castro Valley, CA
Online in Castro Valley, CA California
Dr. Rebecca Scott, Psy.D
Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Certified in Holistic Health
I support PTSD and trauma by utilizing many different modalities. Recalling all the details of the trauma, research suggests, can retraumatize the patient and not be essential for treatment with all patients. Learning how to cope in the moment and relate to the world can be challenging, I can help support this journey.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Castro Valley, CA
Online in Castro Valley, CA California
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Castro Valley, California Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Castro Valley, California average 15 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (65%), Psychodynamic Therapy (44%), and Existential / Humanistic Therapy (36%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 65% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 35% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Somatic Therapy |
| 32% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 58% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Teen |
| 50% | Senior |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Men |
| 24% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 24% | Hispanic / Latino |