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Trauma and PTSD therapists in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Rancho Santa Margarita 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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Rancho Santa Margarita, California therapist: Morgan Pemberton, marriage and family therapist
Trauma and PTSD

Morgan Pemberton

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR certified
If you’re struggling with complex trauma, attachment wounds, or generational trauma, healing can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. As a certified EMDR therapist, I specialize in helping individuals process deep-rooted trauma using a variety of effective techniques, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and resourcing. By addressing both the emotional and generational aspects of your experiences, we work together to break the cycle and help you build a healthier, more connected future.  
11 Years Experience
Online in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (Online Only)
Mission Viejo, California therapist: Karen Rippy - Relationship Expert - office and online: Family, couple/marriage, extended family, students)., marriage and family therapist
Trauma and PTSD

Karen Rippy - Relationship Expert - office and online: Family, couple/marriage, extended family, students).

Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., LMFT
Trauma brings about automatic negative thinking and intense emotions. Let's decide on the right course of treatment for you. I have dealt with many clients throughout the years and have supervised therapists on different forms of managing trauma and moving from it, healing from it getting the lessons and not staying stuck.  
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Online in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Valencia, California therapist: TREATMENT AND TOOLS FOR TRAUMA, licensed psychoanalyst
Trauma and PTSD

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 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Online in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Irvine, California therapist: Monica M. Huston, marriage and family therapist
Trauma and PTSD

Monica M. Huston

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Trauma can affect how individuals experience safety, relationships, and themselves long after the event has passed. I provide a steady and paced approach to help process these experiences without overwhelming the system. Therapy focuses on increasing stability, understanding patterns shaped by trauma, and gradually building a greater sense of safety and integration.  
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Online in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Laguna Niguel, California therapist: Jean Wolfe Powers, marriage and family therapist
Trauma and PTSD

Jean Wolfe Powers

Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., L.M.F.T., International Life Coach, A.C.C.
My specialization in trauma, anxiety and depression is more important than ever. I am committed to helping families and individuals progress through every day challenges. When working with me, you can expect to uncover deeper insights about your inner world, uncovering the factors that may be contributing to your current life-state. We will explore the issues that have been affecting you and put the focus on wellness, optimism and fulfillment.  
38 Years Experience
Online in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (Online Only)
Laguna Niguel, California therapist: Rising Pines Counseling Services, licensed clinical social worker
Trauma and PTSD

Rising Pines Counseling Services

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
I specialize in trauma-informed care, including EMDR, to help clients process past experiences safely. Therapy supports healing, emotional regulation, and reconnection with a sense of control and safety.  
11 Years Experience
Online in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (Online Only)
Los Angeles, California therapist: David Sudyka, marriage and family therapist
Trauma and PTSD

David Sudyka

Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Trauma can continue to affect you long after the event has passed, showing up as intrusive memories, heightened anxiety, or feeling on edge. It can impact your sense of safety and the way you move through the world. In therapy we will work at a pace that feels safe to process what you have been through while also building tools to manage symptoms. The goal is to help you feel more grounded, more in control, and less impacted by the past.  
4 Years Experience
Online in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (Online Only)
Corona, California therapist: Brett Ryan, marriage and family therapist
Trauma and PTSD

Brett Ryan

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT #128956
I am a Certified EMDR Therapist. Often times people who have experienced trauma continue to be plagued by disturbing images, negative beliefs or feelings, and sometimes overwhelming anxiety. I help clients process their past trauma to where it is no longer disturbing and the find freedom from what happened.  
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Online in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Irvine, California therapist: Shellee Moore, marriage and family therapist
Trauma and PTSD

Shellee Moore

Marriage and Family Therapist, M.F.T., M.S., M.A.
Don't spend more time in therapy discussing your childhood than it took to live it! Learn problem solving techniques to reduce: depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADD, behavior problems. WALK AND TALK THERAPY IRVINE; office location Irvine; or phone sessions. Please call for a free consultation.  
34 Years Experience
In-Person Near Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Beverly Hills, California therapist: Dr. Cassidy Blair, PSY.D., psychiatrist
Trauma and PTSD

Dr. Cassidy Blair, PSY.D.

Psychiatrist, B.A., M.A., Psy.D.
PTSD represents a unique set of causative circumstances which are accounted for in the creation of a treatment plan directed at the specific needs of the client through such approaches as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and psychodynamic therapy.  
18 Years Experience
In-Person Near Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Online in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Trauma and PTSD therapists in Rancho Santa Margarita, California Statistics

Trauma and PTSD therapists in Rancho Santa Margarita, California average 15 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (66%), Psychodynamic Therapy (42%), and Existential / Humanistic Therapy (36%).

Average years in practice

15 Years Experience

Average cost per session

$202

Accept insurance

40%

Offer sliding scale

51%

Gender ID

70% Female
25% Male
3% Non-Binary
2% Gender Fluid

Session Type

60% In Person and Online
39% Online Only
1% In Person Only

Top Treatment Approaches

66% Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
42% Psychodynamic Therapy
36% Existential / Humanistic Therapy
35% Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian)
35% Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
33% Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
33% Somatic Therapy

Ages Served

97% Adult
59% Young Adult
54% Teen
51% Senior
28% Children

Client Focus

59% Women
45% LGBTQ+
37% Men
25% Persons with Disabilities
24% Hispanic / Latino