Trauma and PTSD Therapists in California

When working with clients who have experienced trauma and PTSD, I create a safe environment and provide education on symptoms and coping strategies. I use evidence-based therapies like CPT or EMDR, teach coping skills, and may collaborate on medication management. I offer supportive counseling, gradual exposure to triggers, and consider holistic well-being in the treatment plan. Collaboration and advocacy are prioritized to empower clients in their healing journey.

I have been a medical professional for 14 years. I am a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner in six states, including Arizona, Michigan, Kansas, Florida, Nevada, and California. I have worked in a variety of settings including hospital medicine, primary care, chronic care management, acute rehabilitation, telemedicine, mental health, pain management, home health, MAT therapy, hospice, university teaching, and medical aesthetics. I am a graduate of Oakland University, Grand Canyon University, and Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences. I am a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and hold ACNPC-AG certification from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses and ACLS/BLS certifications from the American Heart Association. I enjoy helping my clients restore their mental and physical health and teaching them how to best use the tools they have to handle difficulties and illnesses. I am committed to providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive medical and mental health services to my patients. I believe medicine should be more about maintaining health rather than trying to cure disease, and ensuring mental health is always considered as it is vital to living a happy and healthy life. I believe medicine should be more about maintaining health rather than trying to cure disease, and ensuring your mental health is always considered as it is vital to living a happy and healthy life. I enjoy travel, especially the beach, time with my children and grandchildren, and cooking during my downtime.

When working with clients experiencing trauma and PTSD, I prioritize building a safe, trusting environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their experiences. I use trauma-focused therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help clients process traumatic memories, manage emotional responses, and gradually confront triggers. I also incorporate mindfulness and grounding techniques, empowering clients with practical tools to manage stress and anxiety. My approach is compassionate, culturally sensitive, and tailored to each person’s unique needs, focusing on healing and restoring well-being.

I am a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping patients achieve mental wellness. With experience in both adult and children's psychiatry. I focus on building strong, supportive relationships with my patients. I believe in providing a safe space for healing and growth. I work well in team settings and collaborate with various healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care. My approach is compassionate, culturally sensitive, and evidence-based. I conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnose mental health disorders, develop treatment plans, manage medications, and offer health education. My career journey includes roles such as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse with Headway, Supervisor/Charge Nurse at Kedren Mental Hospital and Charge nurse at Exodus Recovery Crisis Residential Treatment Program. I have a strong educational background, including a Masters degree from Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Grand Canyon University. I am passionate about patient safety, quality care, and effective communication. I am also a proud member of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association and the American Nurses Association. Let's work together towards a better mental health future! Treatment philosophy: - I believe in the importance of building a strong therapeutic relationship with my patients and creating a safe and supportive environment for healing and growth. I am dedicated to providing evidence-based, compassionate and culturally sensitive care to help my patient achieve mental wellness and improve quality of life.

When working with clients experiencing trauma or PTSD, I prioritize creating a safe, compassionate space where they feel understood and respected. I take a gentle, paced approach, allowing clients to process traumatic experiences at a comfortable rate. Using techniques such as grounding exercises and mindfulness, I help clients manage distressing symptoms and reconnect with a sense of control. Together, we work on building coping skills, strengthening resilience, and gradually exploring and reframing difficult memories. My goal is to support clients in healing and finding a renewed sense of stability and hope.

As a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am committed to providing caring and complete healthcare. My focus is to respect each person's unique needs and values, emphasizing patient-centered care. I strive to support mental, emotional, and overall well-being, helping clients achieve optimal health. You can trust me to listen with empathy and kindness, always respecting your preferences. It is my honor to assist you on your journey to better mental and emotional wellness. Treatment philosophy Each individual is unique - and deserves to be treated as such. My mission is simple: to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care that fosters mental, emotional, and holistic well-being, always respecting and honoring each individual's preferences and values. As an empathic partner in my client's journey toward mental and emotional well-being, expect me always to be listening with an open heart and mind and with compassion and empathy. It is both a privilege and a vocation to offer my services in my role as a healthcare provider,.. and partner.

Trauma processing is important to me because I’ve seen what happens when pain stays stuck. It shows up in our bodies, our relationships, our self-worth—sometimes in ways we don’t even realize. I believe that unprocessed trauma keeps us living in survival mode, but when we begin to name and feel what’s been buried, healing becomes possible. It’s not about erasing the past—it’s about giving ourselves a new relationship to it. For me, trauma work is sacred—it’s about honoring people’s stories, helping them reclaim their sense of safety, and walking with them toward freedom and wholeness.

Hi, I’m Jennie Denney, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist passionate about helping individuals, teens, couples, and families navigate the hard stuff—like self-harm, identity challenges, religious trauma, and relationship ruptures. My approach is trauma-informed and deeply rooted in attachment work, and I use integrative methods like EMDR, IFS, and EFT to support lasting change. I believe therapy should feel safe, collaborative, and grounded in real connection. I'm here to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow.

No one goes through live unscathed. Whether you have “big or small” trauma, Brainspotting and Accelerated Resolution Therapy are fast, gentle and highly effective at helping your brain re-process and neutralize painful memories, experiences, and events making room for feelings of more calm, clarity, and relief. Sometimes in a little as one session. There is no need to continue living with trauma triggers and reactivity. It’s time to take your life back.

What if one session could make all the difference? Anxiety, depression, fears, traumatic events or memories, irritability, triggers, and reactivity. You might have tried therapy before but felt like it was focused just on “coping”...not on actually getting to the root of the issue. You’re ready to go deep and put these triggers and patterns to rest for good. Brainspotting (BSP) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) offer fast, gentle, and highly effective relief, without the need to talk about your problems in detail. It’s time to move past the triggers and patterns that have been holding you back far too long. Deep, long-lasting change doesn’t have to take years. ART and BSP empower your brain to do the healing work so you can finally re-process and neutralize painful memories, experiences, and events, making room for feelings of more calm, clarity, and relief. Research shows that if often takes just 1-5 sessions to experience significant changes. As a client myself, I was able to access and resolve things that talking alone could not fully repair—and it’s because of my experience that I decided to get trained. These methods have made such an impact on my life that I wanted to be able to bring them to my clients, too. Together, we can discuss which option is best for you. Reach out to get started! 

Trauma and PTSD can be deeply affecting, impacting not just your mental health, but also your body, relationships, and overall sense of safety in the world. If you're living with the effects of trauma, it can feel isolating and overwhelming, but please know that healing is possible. You are not alone, and together we can work toward reclaiming your sense of peace, safety, and empowerment. My approach to trauma healing is holistic, gentle, and client-centered. We’ll work at your pace to ensure that you feel safe and supported as we explore the impact of trauma in your life. The process may take time, but each step is a step toward healing and reclaiming your life. Here’s how we can work together on your healing journey: Creating Safety and Trust: One of the first priorities is creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for you. Trauma often disrupts our sense of safety, so I make sure that every session is built on trust and respect for your experience, ensuring you feel in control of your healing process. Somatic and Body-Based Approaches: Trauma lives in the body, and its effects are often felt physically—tension, numbness, hypervigilance, or exhaustion. I use somatic therapy techniques, breathwork, and body-awareness practices to help you reconnect with your body in a gentle and healing way, releasing the stored tension and emotional energy that trauma leaves behind. Processing and Integrating the Trauma: We’ll explore the trauma at a pace that feels right for you, helping you to process and make sense of your experiences in a safe environment. I use trauma-informed methods that honor your experience and avoid re-traumatization. Mindfulness and Grounding Techniques: Trauma can cause a sense of being disconnected from the present moment. I’ll teach you grounding exercises, mindfulness, and relaxation techniques to help you stay centered and calm, especially when flashbacks or anxiety arise. These tools can help you feel more grounded in your body and in the present. Cognitive and Emotional Processing: We’ll work to identify and gently challenge any negative thought patterns or limiting beliefs that arose from your trauma. Together, we’ll develop healthier ways of thinking and coping, helping you to shift the impact of trauma on your mental and emotional well-being. Safety in Relationships: Trauma can affect how we relate to others, creating feelings of distrust, isolation, or fear. In our work, we’ll explore how your relationships may have been impacted and how to rebuild healthier, more supportive connections with others. Building Resilience: Healing from trauma is not about “forgetting” but about building resilience, reclaiming your sense of agency, and integrating your experiences into your story in a way that empowers you. We’ll work on strengthening your inner resources, self-compassion, and coping skills so you can move forward with confidence. Healing from trauma is a journey, and you don’t have to walk it alone. I’m here to guide and support you with patience, understanding, and care as you move toward a life that feels more whole, safe, and grounded.

I’m Keri, a holistic practitioner dedicated to supporting your journey toward balance, wellness, and a deeper connection with yourself. Whether you're navigating stress, chronic discomfort, emotional blocks, or simply seeking a more grounded and aligned life, I’m here to help you heal from the inside out. My approach combines mind, body, and spirit—offering personalized care that honors your unique story. Through [modalities you offer—e.g., Reiki, herbal medicine, intuitive guidance, bodywork], I hold a space where transformation can gently unfold. If you're ready to feel more empowered, centered, and vibrant, I invite you to explore how we can work together. Your healing begins here.

Trauma existed and it cannot be undone, however learning how to create boundaries from thoughts and feelings initially will help with preparing for trauma processing. In this work we will prepare our client to find safety within a window of tolerance. In processing the trauma, a person will be able to give voice to the experience, gain insight, process feelings, and work towards letting go of affecting parts.

My Serenity therapist focus on Anxiety, Depression, issues of attachment trauma/PTSD, and unresolved emotional pain. We are a holistic group practice & will help your healing, challenges that have affected you socially, insecure about relationships, lead to poor confidence, perhaps you have become a people pleaser. Have you noticed you overthink, and maybe criticize yourself often or put yourself down? Imagine you can tone the noise down, grow insight and take care of your emotional needs better.