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Trauma and PTSD therapists in La Jolla, CA

Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in La Jolla 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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San Diego, California therapist: Su Boudreau, LMFT, marriage and family therapist
Trauma and PTSD

Su Boudreau, LMFT

Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Domestic Violence Counselor
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder can result from various traumas. There are different types of traumas, one incidental trauma or repeatedly experienced traumas, such as from negative relationship patterns with a family member. Usually understanding and resolving the effects of trauma can be complex. This is why consulting with a trained professional in relationships and other systems, a marriage and family therapist can be very helpful. Contact me today or leave me your contact information for me to contact you soon.  
11 Years Experience
Online in La Jolla, CA (Online Only)
San Diego, California therapist: Sue De Santo, licensed clinical social worker
Trauma and PTSD

Sue De Santo

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I work with individuals carrying the weight of past trauma, painful relationships, and experiences that still live in the body as anxiety, numbness, or feeling constantly on guard. I bring compassion and relief to the places that feel stuck or overwhelmed. . My goal is to offer a steady, caring space where you don’t have to do it alone and where healing becomes possible not just in your mind, but in your body and relationships too.  
35 Years Experience
Online in La Jolla, CA (Online Only)
San Diego, California therapist: Sean Sprigle, licensed professional counselor
Trauma and PTSD

Sean Sprigle

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
I have recovered my own trauma prior to becoming a trauma specialist. I suffered from PTSD my entire life without knowing what was wrong with me, but I don’t live with PTSD anymore. I am no longer traumatized and I can help you get there as well.  
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near La Jolla, CA
Online in La Jolla, CA
San Diego, California therapist: Briana Marshall, marriage and family therapist
Trauma and PTSD

Briana Marshall

Marriage and Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Sometimes the impact of past experiences doesn’t show up all at once, it lives in your body, your reactions, and the ways you try to protect yourself. Clients often come in feeling triggered, emotionally overwhelmed, or disconnected without fully understanding why. Therapy offers a safe space to process those experiences at your pace, without re-traumatization. Together, we’ll work toward helping you feel more grounded, in control, and safe within yourself again.  
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near La Jolla, CA
Online in La Jolla, CA
San Diego, California therapist: Heather Marriatori, psychologist
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 La Jolla, CA
Online in La Jolla, CA
San Diego, California therapist: Whole Wellness Therapy, marriage and family therapist
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 La Jolla, CA
Online in La Jolla, CA
San Diego, California therapist: A Place of Growth, marriage and family therapist
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 La Jolla, CA
Online in La Jolla, CA
San Diego, California therapist: Dr. Aleksandra Drecun, psychologist
Trauma and PTSD

Dr. Aleksandra Drecun

Psychologist, Psy.D.
Emotional and psychological trauma is the consequence of exceptionally stressful events that destroy your sense of security, making you feel helpless and vulnerable in a dangerous world. Immediately after the traumatic event, you may be struggling with upsetting emotions, frightening memories, or a sense of constant danger. Or you may feel numb, disconnected, and unable to trust others. Traumatic experiences often involve a threat to life, security or safety. Any event that leaves you feeling overwhelmed, fearful and alone can be traumatic. In fact, the event does not need to involve physical harm. It is not the impartial facts that determine whether an event is traumatic. Rather, a person’s subjective emotional experience of the event is relevant. The more scared and helpless you feel, the more likely you are to be traumatized. When horrible situations occur, it can take some time to adequately deal with the pain and feel safe again. Psychologists can help individuals find constructive ways of managing their emotions. With the proper treatment and support, you can speed your recovery. Regardless whether the traumatic incident occurred years ago or yesterday, you can heal and move forward with your life. Facing and resolving the unbearable feelings and memories you have long avoided is imperative in healing the emotional and psychological trauma. Otherwise the symptoms will reoccur in an intrusive, distressing and unmanageable manner.  
25 Years Experience
In-Person Near La Jolla, CA
Online in La Jolla, CA
San Diego, California therapist: Azmaira Maker, Ph.D., psychologist
Trauma and PTSD

Azmaira Maker, Ph.D.

Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience and received my Ph.D. from University of Michigan in both the child and adult tracks. We offer services for trauma for children, adolescents, college students, and adults. Our expertise includes individual and family therapy, in-school and in-home support, neurofeedback, and expressive arts therapy. Our team specializes in a range of modalities including, cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma focused CBT, behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, family therapy, dialectical-behavioral therapy, play therapy, and motivational interviewing.  
28 Years Experience
In-Person Near La Jolla, CA
Online in La Jolla, CA
San Diego, California therapist: Stephanie Sandoval - COLLECTIVE SPACE THERAPY, marriage and family therapist
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 La Jolla, CA
Online in La Jolla, CA

Trauma and PTSD therapists in La Jolla, California Statistics

Trauma and PTSD therapists in La Jolla, 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
24% Male
3% Non-Binary
3% Gender Fluid

Session Type

60% In Person and Online
40% Online Only

Top Treatment Approaches

66% Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
43% Psychodynamic Therapy
36% Existential / Humanistic Therapy
35% Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian)
35% Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
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