Trauma and PTSD therapists in San Francisco, California CA
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Trauma and PTSD
Misty Johnson
Counselor/Therapist, LCSW
I have been a state-certified to work with survivors of sexual violence for over ten years. I have worked with individual survivors as well as facilitate group therapy. I currently facilitate support groups for survivors in San Francisco as well as San Jose. I have many tools to offer to cope and heal from PTSD.
6 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA
Online in San Francisco, California
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Shawn V Giammattei
Psychologist, PhD
Many of our clients also struggle with trauma and PTSD, especially as a result of the minority stress experienced and their many intersections of minorities identities. We use several modalities including DBT, EMDR, IFS to help heal the reactions to harmful events and experiences.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94116
Online in San Francisco, California
Trauma and PTSD
Melissa Klass M.A., LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., LMFT #119163
Something bad happens, nothing good follows, and everyone pretends it's okay. This simple series of events can lead to lasting emotional and physical symptoms. Sometimes the symptoms make us feel crazy. Let me assure you, you are not crazy and you are not alone. I am trained in a trauma treatment technique called eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), that can allow for integration of traumatic memories into one's healthy and coherent narrative. I would be honored to provide you a safe space to work through the painful experiences that just won't seem to go away.
8 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, California (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Lisa Andresen
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
The links between trauma and achievement spotlight the success stories of people who've endured difficult pasts. Through resilience and resourcefulness, some persevered and found success as an outlet for improving self-esteem. How else could you have filled the void of highly critical, emotionally unavailable parents? The trouble is that success may be tough to integrate and truly celebrate as your own, no matter how impressive your resume gets. Fortunately, recovery from trauma is very possible and with time, can foster post-traumatic growth which leads to a more fulfilling life and meaningful relationships. My clinical approach includes Internal Family Systems which explores how different parts of you protect and serve you. Trauma-Focused CBT also helps unravel core-beliefs that may complicate your relationship with yourself, your ability to trust others, or see the world as a safe place.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94107
Online in San Francisco, California
Trauma and PTSD
Elaine Skoulas
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., LMFT
My clinical experience with trauma includes a specialization in graduate school of Psychological Trauma Studies and a completion of training of Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). Being trauma-informed has significantly informed how I practice therapy. Together we can practice coping skills, help with nervous system regulation, distress tolerance, improve your relationship with others and yourself.
6 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, California (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Eric Olsen
Life Coach, PTSD, Trauma Triage, BSc Social Sciences, DoD Career Councilor, SARC, DAPA, Pre Licensed Human Intelligence / Psychology, Life Coach. | Professional Support: LSSBB, PgM, Bluestone PMP,
I am trained to handle your trauma and PTSD symptoms. We can work together to help uncover root cause and put you on a path and get your resources in addition that will help your recovery.
15 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, California (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Ryan Carroll
Therapist, AMFT, APCC
With trauma-informed care, I offer a safe space to process traumatic experiences. Using somatic awareness, parts work, and present-moment techniques, we address triggers, release stored tension, and move toward healing and integration.
1 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94102
Online in San Francisco, California
Trauma and PTSD
Erika Shershun
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I haven't met a client who couldn't benefit from some degree of healing from trauma, whether relational, developmental, systemic, big T, complex trauma, PTSD... we all carry trauma in varying degrees until we're able to integrate it. My work is trauma informed, with a foundation in somatic psychotherapy which is needed for lasting results - trauma impacts the body as well as the brain. If you ignore the body in therapy the thoughts and emotions may improve for a time, but the patterns of constriction that impact the body will remain and sooner or later the distressing thoughts and emotions will return. I also draw on EMDR, neurobiology, energy psychology, self-compassion, mindfulness and other modalities. My work is compassionate yet direct and results driven.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, California (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Anders Greenwood
Psychologist, Psy.D, Ph.D.
I enjoy helping clients accept and like themselves, organize around strengths, achieve greater emotional presence, think clearly, and let go of shame, guilt and old habits of emotional survival. I believe therapy should lead to better decisions, as well as improved quality of life and relationships.
21 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94104
Trauma and PTSD
Miriam Adrianowicz
Psychologist, PsyD
People who have lived through traumatic experiences often suffer lasting psychological effects. Together, and at your pace and discretion, we'll talk about your trauma and the effect it has had on your life. Through processing and perhaps some exposure therapy, we can loosen the hold your trauma has on you and help you move forward.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94102
Online in San Francisco, California
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Jadah Petty
Psychologist, Ph.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Trauma is an experience that can impact nearly every aspect of someone's life, from relationships/trust, to work, to self-esteem, to mood and the list goes on. Finding someone who specializes in trauma/PTSD is essential to truly getting the help you need. I offer the gold standard treatments for PTSD (e.g. Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure), as well as treatments like EMDR and STAIR. Building a strong relationship is the first step to help you on your journey to re-engaging in the life you want to lead. I will then help you process your trauma, understand triggers, and develop new coping strategies for managing.
5 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, California (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Jeffrey Gianelli
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Trauma may be something horrific or something that you tell yourself "it wasn't so bad, others have it worse." We often make light of the things that hurt or scared us or made us feel less than, however, your struggles matter just as much as anyone else's. When trauma is severe, we develop patters that you might call "PTSD"- patterns of fear, hopelessness, constantly being on edge, having to avoid so many things. Trauma is stored in our bodies and our bodies remember. But there is hope and help is available. Therapies like EMDR (which I am fully certified in) heal both the body and mind. Adding in other treatments like polyvagal based exercises or mindfulness can go even further. I have been through it myself and I know that transformation is possible.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94108
Online in San Francisco, California
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety Eliminated
Hypnotherapist, Certified Hypnotherapist and Health Coach, MBA
I have an excellent protocol for releasing trauma an PTSD. See video testimonial of psychologist I helped at www.AnxietyElimianted.com
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94104
Online in San Francisco, California
Trauma and PTSD
Vanessa Ffrench
Pre-Licensed Professional, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (103346), Certified Yoga & Meditation Instructor
I have a great deal of experience and training in trauma-informed therapy. Most of my work has been with trauma populations; I work with clients to identify childhood traumas, as well as current issues. I use a psychodynamic, trauma-focused lens, and weave in somatic practices to address trauma and release traumatic energy trapped in the body-psyche.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94103
Online in San Francisco, California
Trauma and PTSD
Stephen B. Lewis Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapist, CHt
Many of my clients first come to see me to help resolve an addiction or reduce anxiety and it turns out that an underlying childhood trauma or PTSD is the root cause of their issue. Using hypnosis I help any client with trauma or PTSD resolve and heal past events, helping them integrate those negative memories so they become part of the distant past rather than something that affects them viscerally in the present.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94107
Online in San Francisco, California
Trauma and PTSD
Debbie Bauer
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I believe everyone has the potential to meet and overcome life's obstacles. I am direct and empathetic, providing a safe and compasssionate place to work with you through life's challenges and to regain stability in your life. Call or email today to begin making your life more manageable.
21 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA
Online in San Francisco, California
Trauma and PTSD
David J. Kest
Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified IMAGO Relationship Therapist, MFT, and EMDR
Certified In EMDR trauma therapy in 1994 a preferred method by veterans, police, firefighters and medical teams around the world. Proven in research studies to Be brief ( often in just 3-12 sessions) and effective.
31 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94123
Online in San Francisco, California
Trauma and PTSD
Charis Khoury
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I see trauma in a broad sense- any experience that was too overwhelming to process in the moment and is stored in the body/mind. Gently, we can integrate and find freedom from these experiences.
14 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94110
Online in San Francisco, California
Trauma and PTSD
Make Marriage Better
Psychologist, Ph.D.
At Make Marriage Better, we approach trauma and PTSD with a compassionate and transformative method, helping individuals heal from past wounds that continue to affect their lives and relationships. Our Deconstructing Anxiety™ model guides clients to uncover the 5 "core fears" at the heart of their trauma responses—including fear of abandonment, loss of identity, loss of meaning, loss of purpose and fear of death. We then identify the “chief defenses” that have developed to cope with these fears, like hypervigilance, emotional numbing, or isolation. By encouraging clients to do the opposite of these defenses in a supportive and safe environment, we create a path for them to reclaim their sense of safety, rebuild trust, and experience greater resilience. This healing process not only helps release the hold of traumatic memories but also empowers individuals to engage more openly and authentically in their relationships, fostering a renewed sense of connection and inner peace.
39 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, California (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Jayeon Kim
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT 144461, MA, RYT-500
Experiencing multiple traumatic events can have a profound impact on your mental health. Let's work together to understand your experiences, process trauma, and develop coping mechanisms to heal and move forward.
10 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, California (Online Only)