Trauma and PTSD therapists in Huntington Beach, CA
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Huntington Beach, 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.
PTSD/Trauma
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 Huntington Beach, CA (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Jeanette Abney
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
I have over 20 years of experience with working with individual as it relates to trauma and PTSD. I also have experience with working with veterans and active-duty service members and their dependents as I have experience with working within the military culture.
27 Years Experience
In-Person in Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Online in Huntington Beach, CA
PTSD/Trauma
Scheyden Herold
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT #137593, MS
Trauma and PTSD are so incredibly common and underrecognized. People often go decades in their lives with undiagnosed PTSD and trauma without even realizing it. It is important to unveil the traumatic experiences we have gone through in our lives. Some people can experience trauma and not develop PTSD. However, there are many people who experience trauma and don't recognize they have. I am here to work with you through that. I can provide you a safe place to explore the traumatic experiences that are causing you pain, and we can begin to get your life back in order, one piece at a time.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Online in Huntington Beach, CA
PTSD/Trauma
Provia Psychology
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, APCC
We provide a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment, promoting authenticity and instilling hope for individuals struggling with trauma and PTSD. If you are ready to take these courageous steps, we would be honored to be a part of your light.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Huntington Beach, CA
Online in Huntington Beach, CA
PTSD/Trauma
Micha Noble, MA
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
I provide a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment, promoting authenticity and instilling hope for individuals struggling with trauma and PTSD. If you are ready to take these courageous steps, we would be honored to be a part of your light.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Huntington Beach, CA
Online in Huntington Beach, CA
PTSD/Trauma
Juliette Kuhlmann
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
I am EMDR trained to reprocess traumatic experiences and memories that keep you stuck in the past. EMDR also strengthens your ability to embrace the present and deep, lasting change.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Huntington Beach, CA
Online in Huntington Beach, CA
PTSD/Trauma
Emma Esper
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Trauma creates profoundly deep and painful wounds. These wounds can be difficult to heal, as we often suppress them, have difficulty expressing them, or do not have safe spaces to unearth them. Unhealed trauma can inform how we make decisions, how we see ourselves, how we see others and our world, and how we react to these things. My work with trauma survivors is to instill hope and self-worth, acknowledge and validate all emotions, create feelings of safety, and provide permission giving for struggle. Remember, it is okay to not be okay.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Huntington Beach, CA
Online in Huntington Beach, CA
PTSD/Trauma
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 Huntington Beach, CA
Online in Huntington Beach, CA
PTSD/Trauma
Dr. Mitch Keil, PsyD
Psychologist, Keil Psych Group
Trauma isn't only about what happened to you. It's also about what you had to do psychologically to survive what happened—and the ways those adaptations may still be shaping your life today.
People struggling with trauma or PTSD may experience anxiety, hypervigilance, intrusive memories, nightmares, emotional numbness, shame, anger, avoidance, or difficulty feeling safe and connected in relationships. Others don't necessarily identify themselves as traumatized at all. They simply know that certain patterns, feelings, or experiences seem to have a grip on them that they can't fully explain.
Our approach to trauma therapy is depth-oriented, relational, and carefully paced. We don't believe healing requires forcing you to repeatedly relive painful experiences before you're ready. We first work to establish safety, strengthen your ability to regulate difficult emotions, and understand the ways your mind and body learned to protect you. From there, therapy can help you process what happened, make sense of its impact, and work through the emotions and relationship patterns that remain.
We integrate psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy with evidence-informed trauma treatment, mindfulness, and practical tools for managing PTSD symptoms when helpful. The relationship with your therapist also matters. Trauma often happens in relationships, and experiencing safety, consistency, trust, and emotional understanding with another person can itself become an important part of recovery.
The goal isn't to erase what happened or return you to the person you were before it. It's to help the past become the past—something that remains part of your story without continuing to dictate your present.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Huntington Beach, CA
Online in Huntington Beach, CA
PTSD/Trauma
Piyola Derbarseghian- Sex & Relationship Therapist
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, AMFT
Trauma can leave lasting imprints on your mind, body, and relationships. Whether you’ve experienced a single event or ongoing trauma, I provide a safe, supportive space to process what happened and reclaim a sense of stability, connection, and self-trust. Together, we’ll work at your pace to reduce distress, increase resilience, and help you feel more grounded in the present.
4 Years Experience
Online in Huntington Beach, CA (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Huntington Beach, CA Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Huntington Beach, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (63%), Psychodynamic Therapy (40%), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (40%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
47%
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
| 64% |
In Person and Online |
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| 35% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 40% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 32% | Somatic Therapy |
| 31% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 61% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Teen |
| 46% | Senior |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Men |
| 24% | Asian |
| 23% | Hispanic / Latino |