Trauma and PTSD therapists in El Cajon, California CA
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in El Cajon 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.
Trauma and PTSD
Tara McGrath
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I have a special focus on religious trauma and related issues. I am EMDR trained and for some, this will be the main approach to therapy. However, it is not my only approach. Religious trauma is usually a complex trauma, or as I often say, trauma by 1000 paper cuts. Therefore, it's important for us to build trust and rapport, and to go slow.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near El Cajon, CA
Online in El Cajon, CA California
Trauma and PTSD
Matthew Bishop
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Doctorate in Behavioral Health Leadership
Trauma changes the way the nervous system reacts to the world. My approach helps clients feel safe again in their own bodies and regain a sense of choice in how they live, rather than feeling stuck in old survival patterns.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near El Cajon, CA
Online in El Cajon, CA California
Trauma and PTSD
A Place of Growth
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Trauma focused therapists who are trained in evidenced-based practices that work both online as well as in the office in San Diego. TF-CBT, Prolonged Exposure as well as Cognitive Processing Therapy to work through your trauma/PTSD in therapy in San Diego and online.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near El Cajon, CA
Online in El Cajon, CA California
Trauma and PTSD
Stephanie Sandoval - COLLECTIVE SPACE THERAPY
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Are you experiencing an overwhelming amount of stress that exceeds your ability to cope? With extensive training and experience working in a Los Angeles-based group practice and a comprehensive residential addiction treatment center, my specializations include expertise in Trauma and PTSD. I offer a 15 min free consultation, feel free to reach out to see if we're a good fit!
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near El Cajon, CA
Online in El Cajon, CA California
Trauma and PTSD
Melissa Quinn Pollock
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I work with clients who are seeking formal trauma treatment (CPT) or need a therapist with a trauma-informed background to best understand their worldview.
13 Years Experience
Online in El Cajon, CA California (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Whole Wellness Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
At Whole Wellness Therapy, we specialize in trauma recovery.
Our team of talentedtherapists help people identify and deal with their trauma so they can reconnect with themselves and feel whole again.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near El Cajon, CA
Online in El Cajon, CA California
Trauma and PTSD
Heather Marriatori
Psychologist, PhD
Trauma is an emotional and psychological response to an event. This event could be something you experienced personally or something you witnessed. Your experience could include shock, denial, unpredictable emotions, flashbacks, nightmares, strained relationships and even physical symptoms like headaches or nausea. There is no reason to continue experiencing this alone. Contact me and we can discuss ways to get feeling like you're back in control and no longer suffering.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near El Cajon, CA
Online in El Cajon, CA California
Trauma and PTSD
Angelique Umutesi
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Healing from trauma and PTSD is a brave and deeply personal journey, and at Roots and Refuge Center, we are here to walk alongside you.
Whether you’ve experienced childhood trauma, military service trauma, loss, or any form of violence, we provide a compassionate space for you to process, heal, and rebuild your life.
We understand that trauma affects every part of you — your mind, body, and spirit — and we offer trauma-informed care to help you reclaim your sense of safety, strength, and peace.
What We Offer
Trauma-Informed Therapy:
Safe, supportive, and empathetic counseling that respects the impact of your trauma and works with you to foster healing and recovery.
Personalized PTSD Treatment:
We offer evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help you process and heal from PTSD.
Mind-Body Healing:
Trauma affects the body, and we offer techniques such as mindfulness, breathwork, and somatic experiencing to help you reconnect with your body and release stored trauma.
Building Resilience:
Learn tools to manage triggers, build emotional resilience, and create a sense of stability in your daily life.
Healing from Religious or Cultural Trauma:
If your trauma is tied to faith or cultural experiences, we offer compassionate support to address the emotional wounds left by those experiences.
5 Years Experience
Online in El Cajon, CA California (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Maxwell Rappoport
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I specialize in trauma treatment using approaches like Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and elements of narrative therapy to re-understand and reinterpret traumatic material. Therapy provides a safe space to process painful memories, reduce symptoms like hypervigilance or flashbacks, and rebuild a sense of safety, empowerment, and control.
9 Years Experience
Online in El Cajon, CA California (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Tracy Mallett
Psychologist, Psy.D., L.M.F.T., Licensed Psychologist
Experiencing trauma can have lasting effects on your emotions, thoughts, and relationships. I specialize in helping adults, adolescents, and families who have experienced traumatic events, including childhood adversity, accidents, medical trauma, abuse, or other significant life stressors.
Therapy provides a safe, structured environment to process distressing experiences, understand how trauma affects daily functioning, and develop coping strategies to regain control and stability. I integrate evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, and EMDR-informed strategies, tailored to each client’s needs and pace.
In our work together, you will learn tools for managing anxiety, hypervigilance, intrusive thoughts, and emotional dysregulation. Therapy also focuses on rebuilding trust, enhancing self-compassion, and improving relationships that may have been impacted by trauma.
My goal is to help clients move from surviving to thriving—reducing the hold of traumatic experiences while fostering resilience, empowerment, and a sense of safety in daily life. Recovery is a process, and I guide each client with compassion, structure, and clinically grounded support throughout the journey.
22 Years Experience
Online in El Cajon, CA California (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD therapists in El Cajon, California Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in El Cajon, 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 (43%), 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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| 24% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 35% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Somatic Therapy |
| 32% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 60% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Teen |
| 51% | Senior |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Men |
| 25% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 24% | Persons with Disabilities |