Trauma and PTSD therapists in Chico, CA
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Chico, California 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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PTSD/Trauma
California Center for Change
Psychologist, PhD
Many people who struggle with addiction are also carrying the weight of experiences that were never fully processed, childhood wounds, losses, or events that left a lasting mark on how they see themselves and the world. Substances can become a way of managing the pain, the numbness, or the hypervigilance that trauma leaves behind. We are trained in trauma-informed approaches and work gently and carefully to help you make sense of what happened, reduce the hold it has on your present life, and build a stronger foundation for lasting change.
17 Years Experience
Online in Chico, CA (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Janice Shapiro
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
My work as a psychotherapist has always been like a detective uncovering the source. Trauma is no different. Clients usually come to me with intense anxiety, panic attacks, fears and more. We look for patterns from the past and connect the dots. Usually, we find patterns and connections. This is the start of the healing process. Using strategies from Internal Family Systems and psychodynamic therapies, we work together finding and practicing strategies that work for each client.
14 Years Experience
Online in Chico, CA (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Jennifer Brazinsky Jones
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I am trained in alternative treatments for trauma and PTSD, including EFT and EMDR. With these tools, you can safely work on difficulty past events and get relief from the hold they have had on your life. DBT skills are also something I teach, so you can cope better with overwhelming feelings.
29 Years Experience
Online in Chico, CA
PTSD/Trauma
Jennifer Canu
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Acknowledging an event as traumatic is scary, and it can be easy to minimize our past experiences particularly when we feel "fine". Yet one may experience a variety of mental health symptoms and/or patterns which may feel uncomfortable or interfere with various life areas. These patterns likely helped you survive the traumatic experience, yet continued despite no longer being needed. I have over 15 years experience in treating symptoms of trauma and PTSD in children, adolescents, and adults. I utilize an integrated approach, incorporating psychoeducation, parts work (IFS), EMDR therapy, mindfulness and CBT to support clients of all ages with processing the traumatic experience and integrating adaptive information and new, more effective patterns.
20 Years Experience
Online in Chico, CA
PTSD/Trauma
Naomi Zelin
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC
I use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help individuals heal from traumatic experiences and regain control over their lives. EMDR is a highly effective, evidence-based approach that enables you to process and integrate traumatic memories, reducing their emotional impact. In a safe and supportive environment, I guide you through this transformative process, helping you build resilience and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Whether you're dealing with recent trauma or long-standing issues, my goal is to support your journey toward healing and empowerment.
3 Years Experience
Online in Chico, CA (Online Only)
Chico is a north-state California city home to California State University Chico and the closest significant urban center to Paradise, the community almost entirely destroyed by the 2018 Camp Fire—the most destructive wildfire in California history—and the city's mental health landscape has been profoundly shaped by absorbing tens of thousands of Camp Fire survivors who relocated to Chico bringing acute wildfire trauma, grief, and the ongoing stress of rebuilding lives after catastrophic loss. Butte County Behavioral Health provides public mental health services, and many local therapists have developed expertise in disaster trauma, environmental grief, and the specific mental health needs of displaced wildfire survivors. Chico State's counseling center serves the significant student population, and the university's presence gives the city a progressive character that supports an open attitude toward mental health support. Common therapy concerns include wildfire-related PTSD and grief, displacement and housing insecurity, student mental health, anxiety, and the long-term psychological impact of living in a region permanently changed by catastrophic fire.
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Chico, CA Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Chico, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (63%), Psychodynamic Therapy (40%), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (39%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
49%
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
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 39% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 33% | Somatic Therapy |
| 32% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 61% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 34% | Men |
| 25% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 24% | Asian |