Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists in Pasadena, CA
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Dr. Lee is a board certified psychiatrist. Her goal is to help optimize mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. To that end, she uses a collaborative, whole-person approach to provide comprehensive yet tailored treatment to meet the unique needs of each individual. She treats a broad range of disorders relating to mood, anxiety, psychosis, trauma, and more. Dr. Lee received her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology at Northwestern University, where she made the Dean's List each year. After college, she returned home to California and completed medical school at Western University of Health Sciences.
Dr. Lee is a board certified psychiatrist. Her goal is to help optimize mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. To that end, she uses a collaborative, whole-person approach to provide comprehensive yet tailored treatment to meet the unique needs of each individual. She treats a broad range of disorders relating to mood, anxiety, psychosis, trauma, and more. Dr. Lee received her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology at Northwestern University, where she made the Dean's List each year. After college, she returned home to California and completed medical school at Western University of Health Sciences.
![Photo of Suzanne Galletly, MSN, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/62684bbc-0063-4eed-a3b2-41c5834e8b2f/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in providing high quality psychiatric assessment for children, teens, and adults. I am skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, and autism. I strive to make sure my clients feel safe, heard, and validated in treatment. You are the expert in your lived experience; I join my expertise with yours to tailor a plan that helps you live to your full capacity.
I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in providing high quality psychiatric assessment for children, teens, and adults. I am skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, and autism. I strive to make sure my clients feel safe, heard, and validated in treatment. You are the expert in your lived experience; I join my expertise with yours to tailor a plan that helps you live to your full capacity.
![Photo of Demetria Posadas, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/678f5ab4-d231-4750-9c86-a8038ddd276d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Demetria Posadas
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
I am Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who specializes in mood disorders such as anxiety and depression to ADHD, PTSD and more! I do both medication management along with therapy.
All that a we are, is a result of what we have thought- Gautama Buddha. Change is possible and we all have the capabilities to become who we imagine. It indeed isn't easy, especially if we have ongoing anxiety, depression, anger, etc. but whatever it is you may struggling with it isn't the end. Together we can help navigate through these difficulties, developing coping skills as a team to find our true inner self that is yearning to be free.
I am Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who specializes in mood disorders such as anxiety and depression to ADHD, PTSD and more! I do both medication management along with therapy.
All that a we are, is a result of what we have thought- Gautama Buddha. Change is possible and we all have the capabilities to become who we imagine. It indeed isn't easy, especially if we have ongoing anxiety, depression, anger, etc. but whatever it is you may struggling with it isn't the end. Together we can help navigate through these difficulties, developing coping skills as a team to find our true inner self that is yearning to be free.
![Photo of David Vo, PMHNP, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/15029d8f-ab5f-4c10-852b-a7d62b513b4c/1/320x400.jpeg)
David is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and helps adults with anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, insomnia, post-traumatic stress disorder, and psychotic disorders.
David is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and helps adults with anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, insomnia, post-traumatic stress disorder, and psychotic disorders.
![Photo of Jacob Feldman, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6973972d-c71d-4d38-b10c-a9e586c84fca/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Feldman is a dedicated psychiatrist specializing in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry, with a focus on providing evidence-based, holistic mental healthcare. He brings a wealth of experience in treating a wide range of mental health conditions in both youth and adults, including depressive and anxiety disorders, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, sleeping and eating disorders, and developmental disabilities such as autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Feldman earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed his General Psychiatry Residency at Mount Sinai Morningside and West in New York City.
Dr. Feldman is a dedicated psychiatrist specializing in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry, with a focus on providing evidence-based, holistic mental healthcare. He brings a wealth of experience in treating a wide range of mental health conditions in both youth and adults, including depressive and anxiety disorders, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, sleeping and eating disorders, and developmental disabilities such as autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Feldman earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed his General Psychiatry Residency at Mount Sinai Morningside and West in New York City.
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I treat a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, psychosis, insomnia, and ADHD.
If you’re reading this, you’re probably not feeling your best self. I often see patients who are struggling at work or have relationship problems. Some don’t have the motivation or energy to make change in their lives. I believe in collaborating closely with the patient in understanding their problem and recommending an evidence-based treatment plan that best serves their needs and goals.
I treat a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, psychosis, insomnia, and ADHD.
If you’re reading this, you’re probably not feeling your best self. I often see patients who are struggling at work or have relationship problems. Some don’t have the motivation or energy to make change in their lives. I believe in collaborating closely with the patient in understanding their problem and recommending an evidence-based treatment plan that best serves their needs and goals.
![Photo of Catherine Sullivan, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2bf63ac7-0d3f-4a15-9eff-a93a7e0bc478/2/320x400.jpeg)
I treat individuals with depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and ADHD.
I am a Stanford University trained, board certified adult psychiatrist. I take a holistic, compassionate approach to treating individuals with a variety of conditions. Reasons for seeking treatment can be complex, and I recommend and prescribe medications using evidence-based practices only after a thorough assessment and when my client and I are in agreement with the plan. I am happy to collaborate with outside therapists and other medical professionals as needed to provide comprehensive treatment for clients.
I treat individuals with depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and ADHD.
I am a Stanford University trained, board certified adult psychiatrist. I take a holistic, compassionate approach to treating individuals with a variety of conditions. Reasons for seeking treatment can be complex, and I recommend and prescribe medications using evidence-based practices only after a thorough assessment and when my client and I are in agreement with the plan. I am happy to collaborate with outside therapists and other medical professionals as needed to provide comprehensive treatment for clients.
![Photo of Marina Youssef, PMHNP-, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3b5561ec-2c50-452b-86de-5fda6a2196f6/1/320x400.png)
Marina Youssef
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or mood disorders? Do you find it hard to focus on your daily tasks due to your untreated ADHD and or PTSD? If so then you've come to the right person! I am here to help you every step of the way.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or mood disorders? Do you find it hard to focus on your daily tasks due to your untreated ADHD and or PTSD? If so then you've come to the right person! I am here to help you every step of the way.
![Photo of Matthew Lezama, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1f1db6b8-1327-4b68-8e0c-6a6b5c7566b7/1/320x400.jpeg)
Matthew Lezama
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
I specialize in treating mood, anxiety, cognitive, psychotic and trauma-related disorders.
I am a licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) trained to work with clients through medication management, psychoeducation, and supportive therapy. In my career I have worked as a mental health researcher, charge nurse at an inpatient psychiatric hospital, and nurse practitioner at outpatient mental healthcare clinics. I emphasize education about diagnoses, symptoms, and treatment options so that clients feel empowered to make healthcare choices that are in line with their priorities.
I specialize in treating mood, anxiety, cognitive, psychotic and trauma-related disorders.
I am a licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) trained to work with clients through medication management, psychoeducation, and supportive therapy. In my career I have worked as a mental health researcher, charge nurse at an inpatient psychiatric hospital, and nurse practitioner at outpatient mental healthcare clinics. I emphasize education about diagnoses, symptoms, and treatment options so that clients feel empowered to make healthcare choices that are in line with their priorities.
![Photo of Tooyin A Owolabi, DNP, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/713d7834-f02c-4c02-a3ae-77560f5a48f3/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Owolabi, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over two decades of invaluable mental health experience. I am deeply passionate about guiding individuals on their journey toward mental wellness. I understand that each person's path is unique and deserves personalized care and support. My ideal client may be grappling with a range of issues, from anxiety and depression to trauma-related disorders or mood disturbances. Regardless of the specific challenges they encounter, my ideal client seeks relief from their distress and a sense of empowerment over their mental health.
Dr. Owolabi, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over two decades of invaluable mental health experience. I am deeply passionate about guiding individuals on their journey toward mental wellness. I understand that each person's path is unique and deserves personalized care and support. My ideal client may be grappling with a range of issues, from anxiety and depression to trauma-related disorders or mood disturbances. Regardless of the specific challenges they encounter, my ideal client seeks relief from their distress and a sense of empowerment over their mental health.
![Photo of Marianna Chavez, MSN, PMHNP-, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/96be6e5f-c228-4758-a82b-648c03f4852d/3/320x400.jpeg)
Marianna Chavez
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP-, BC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
Accepting new patients! I specialize in medication management and psychotherapy for children, teens, and young adults. Are you suffering from anxiety or anger? Uncontrollable moods or emotions? Depression, trauma, or extreme stress? Are you unable to concentrate or get your work done? You do not have to! I am here to help. You can start healing today!
Accepting new patients! I specialize in medication management and psychotherapy for children, teens, and young adults. Are you suffering from anxiety or anger? Uncontrollable moods or emotions? Depression, trauma, or extreme stress? Are you unable to concentrate or get your work done? You do not have to! I am here to help. You can start healing today!
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![Photo of Veronica Kang, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ea6f02e0-0c37-4b5a-af29-a2d33f898fa0/1/320x400.png)
Veronica Kang
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
I specialize in depression/ mood disorders, anxiety, schizophrenia, PTSD, ADHD.
I am listening without judgement, I understand your struggles, I respect your experiences and feelings. I am committed to providing compassionate, empathetic care to my clients. I encourage strong partnership with my clients where they will take active role in care. I focus on holistic approach (medication management, therapy, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams), in optimizing mental health. We will strive together to achieve realistic set goals, progress toward regaining quality of life.
I specialize in depression/ mood disorders, anxiety, schizophrenia, PTSD, ADHD.
I am listening without judgement, I understand your struggles, I respect your experiences and feelings. I am committed to providing compassionate, empathetic care to my clients. I encourage strong partnership with my clients where they will take active role in care. I focus on holistic approach (medication management, therapy, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams), in optimizing mental health. We will strive together to achieve realistic set goals, progress toward regaining quality of life.
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Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and OCD.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and OCD.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS-Bonmente knows asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
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Some of his areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder.
Dr. Inderpreet Virk, M.D practices adult psychiatry and is board-certified with American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology with advance training in Addiction Psychiatry from UCLA. He is well published in the field of psychiatry. Dr. Virk thrives to provide competent and compassionate care to his patients. Dr. Virk provides tailored based approach whether it involves medication management or psychotherapy, and he likes to develop working relationship with his patients to mutually establish best treatment plan.
Some of his areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder.
Dr. Inderpreet Virk, M.D practices adult psychiatry and is board-certified with American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology with advance training in Addiction Psychiatry from UCLA. He is well published in the field of psychiatry. Dr. Virk thrives to provide competent and compassionate care to his patients. Dr. Virk provides tailored based approach whether it involves medication management or psychotherapy, and he likes to develop working relationship with his patients to mutually establish best treatment plan.
![Photo of Sean Tai, DO, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2bedafdc-38a1-4613-aab9-1e8eb512f121/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Sean Tai’s approach towards mental health is holistic and integrative, with a focus on biological, psychological, and sociological contributors to psychiatric illness and wellness. He is especially interested in treating anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, ADHD, and PTSD. He believes in individualized, collaborative treatment plans as well as the importance of psychotherapy to help with recovery.
Dr. Sean Tai’s approach towards mental health is holistic and integrative, with a focus on biological, psychological, and sociological contributors to psychiatric illness and wellness. He is especially interested in treating anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, ADHD, and PTSD. He believes in individualized, collaborative treatment plans as well as the importance of psychotherapy to help with recovery.
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Dr. Kyle P. Smith is a Harvard-educated, Cornell-educated, UCLA-trained psychiatrist in Los Angeles. He has an office in Los Feliz. He is a specialist in the diagnosis and treatment of depression, anxiety, addiction, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder (BPD). He also offers ketamine therapy for several conditions.
Dr. Kyle P. Smith is a Harvard-educated, Cornell-educated, UCLA-trained psychiatrist in Los Angeles. He has an office in Los Feliz. He is a specialist in the diagnosis and treatment of depression, anxiety, addiction, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder (BPD). He also offers ketamine therapy for several conditions.
![Photo of Diana Lopez, PMHNPBC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c0a679aa-3f4d-454c-8e82-3b3f18add6df/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have experience with all age groups,ADHD,anxiety,depression, trauma,women's mental health,bipolar,addiction,chronic diseases,end of life and parents and/or children with medical conditions.I thrive to provide you with the best compassionate & superior care.I am a provider that listens to you & your child’s needs.Treatment & plan of care are personalized to the client's needs & age group.You can expect someone that will advocate for you & provide you with the tools needed to become the best version of Yourself.A welcoming environment that is safe & confidential with a nonjudgmental provider is waiting for you.Hope to meet you soon!
I have experience with all age groups,ADHD,anxiety,depression, trauma,women's mental health,bipolar,addiction,chronic diseases,end of life and parents and/or children with medical conditions.I thrive to provide you with the best compassionate & superior care.I am a provider that listens to you & your child’s needs.Treatment & plan of care are personalized to the client's needs & age group.You can expect someone that will advocate for you & provide you with the tools needed to become the best version of Yourself.A welcoming environment that is safe & confidential with a nonjudgmental provider is waiting for you.Hope to meet you soon!
![Photo of Aryeh L Goldberg, MD, MA, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/34247139-426e-4f2d-bd51-972a03713d73/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Goldberg is a board-certified adult psychiatrist and forensic psychiatrist practicing in Southern California. He treats a variety of psychiatric conditions, including Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Schizophrenia-Spectrum Disorders, and personality disorders as well as disorders of sleep, attention and focus. Dr. Goldberg specializes in marital therapy and marital interventions as a treatment for psychiatric disorders. His further interests include spirituality and the unique mental health concerns of religious and spiritual communities.
Dr. Goldberg is a board-certified adult psychiatrist and forensic psychiatrist practicing in Southern California. He treats a variety of psychiatric conditions, including Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Schizophrenia-Spectrum Disorders, and personality disorders as well as disorders of sleep, attention and focus. Dr. Goldberg specializes in marital therapy and marital interventions as a treatment for psychiatric disorders. His further interests include spirituality and the unique mental health concerns of religious and spiritual communities.
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Brian Wu, MD, PhD, MNM is a general, adult psychiatrist who has a special interest in helping people get unstuck from symptoms that may block living in full alignment with their values or aspirations. Dr. Wu works with patients who have a variety of diagnoses including: depression, anxiety, substance abuse, OCD, PTSD, personality disorders, eating disorders, bipolar and schizophrenia. His approach to treatment is influenced by principles from Intense Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which combine using emotions to help drive action towards values.
Brian Wu, MD, PhD, MNM is a general, adult psychiatrist who has a special interest in helping people get unstuck from symptoms that may block living in full alignment with their values or aspirations. Dr. Wu works with patients who have a variety of diagnoses including: depression, anxiety, substance abuse, OCD, PTSD, personality disorders, eating disorders, bipolar and schizophrenia. His approach to treatment is influenced by principles from Intense Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which combine using emotions to help drive action towards values.
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Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.