Trauma and PTSD therapists in Lancaster, CA
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Lancaster, 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
John Vargas
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., AMFT, APCC
Addressing trauma involves processing the emotional distress resulting from a variety of lived experiences.
5 Years Experience
Online in Lancaster, CA (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
TREATMENT AND TOOLS FOR TRAUMA
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PH.D., IN PSYCHOANALYSIS AND NEUROSCIENCE, CERTIFIED PSYCHOANALYST, PSY.A, & LICENSED PSYCHOANALYST
PTSD requires lots of patience as the individual in treatment learns to interact with the world again. Traumatic experiences shut down everything in the person's mind/body, and in their social interactions, and create a lot of isolation. To counter all this, I recommend a unique program for each patient that includes talking at least twice a week, micro-stimulation to develop new pathways in the brain, supplements to heal the brain, music therapy (see Steven Halpern), sleep therapy, and the creation of "flow experiences" to strengthen the person's sense of self. Trauma is not easy to turn around, But, over a consistent period of time, expressing one's emotions and following a set routine (including the above), will always lead to healing.
36 Years Experience
In-Person Near Lancaster, CA
Online in Lancaster, CA
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 Lancaster, CA (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Dr. Jen Bachtold
Psychologist, Ph.D., Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor-II (CADC-II), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Specialist in Anger Management
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Specializing in trauma and PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), I am dedicated to providing compassionate and effective support to individuals who have experienced traumatic events. My approach is grounded in evidence-based therapies and personalized strategies to promote healing, resilience, combat trauma triggers and intrusiveness, and overall well-being.
11 Years Experience
Online in Lancaster, CA (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
DL, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CCTP
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
17 Years Experience
Online in Lancaster, CA (Online Only)
Lancaster is the largest city of the Antelope Valley, a high-desert community north of Los Angeles shaped by aerospace employment tied to Edwards Air Force Base and the region's flight-test heritage, alongside families drawn by affordability. Geographic isolation from the LA basin, extreme summer heat, and long commutes for many workers contribute to stress, and the valley has historically had fewer providers than its population needs. Antelope Valley Medical Center and regional clinics anchor care, with telehealth increasingly bridging the distance to LA's larger therapy market.
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Lancaster, CA Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Lancaster, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $207 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
$207
Accept insurance
38%
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) |
| 34% | 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 |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 34% | Men |
| 25% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 24% | Asian |