Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Nuevo, CA

LaKisha L. Johnson, PPSC, LCSW is a therapist, consultant, and advocate who believes in building bridges and breaking barriers. She has been providing mental health services for over 16 years. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from UC Berkeley, before continuing to study mental health at the University of Southern California and earning her clinical license. LaKisha specializes in providing effective interventions for Depression, Co-Parenting Conflict, and Trauma across the lifespan and is committed to helping people recover from emotional injury and discover their purpose.

My name is Dr. Shano Rodgers and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Simi Valley, CA. I see clients statewide through telehealth and I specialize in treating anxiety, grief, depression, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Positive Psychology modalities to help my clients achieve their goals. My style and approach tend to be a good fit for parents who have challenges with their children, adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression or have experienced childhood trauma, as well as relational challenges, professionals who feel stuck, and older adults nearing or in retirement.

Welcome, my name is Dr. Lisa Watson and I am licensed to see patients in the state of California. I work with both adolescent and adult clients. My area of specialty is trauma, and I have experience treating PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, chronic pain, chronic & acute illness, such as cancer, acute stress disorder, bipolar disorders, transgender identity, adjustment disorders. I work within a holistic, whole person framework, addressing mind, body, emotional, and spiritual interconnectedness, to help clients discover their authentic selves, make meaning of life experiences, become empowered, and heal trauma.

Welcome to a place where you expect to feel safe, validated and accepted. You can expect to built level of trust, learn more about yourself, overcome obstacles, find solutions and build on progress made. I will work with you to understand your inner strength, learn positive coping skills, your resources and positive supports. I will not tell you what to do. I will help you clarify, provide accurate information and explore options. You will learn how to cope with a range of emotions, identify things you can change, reduce anxiety, depression with the overall goal of developing a healthy lifestyle. Your recovery is your choice.

Clients often have a variety of needs: family relaitonships, personal adjustment issues to life situations, health issues, unresolved adult and childhood issues particularly various issues of abuse and trauma. Children who are often diagnosed with ADHD may also be impacted by not only their behavior issues but also the family history which also needs to be address in therapy. There is need to provided behavior and coping skills for the child either in individual and group sessions. Further the parents and caregivers also need to identify coping skills for themselves and child.

Hi there, I'm Vanessa! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and graduated with my Master of Social Work degree from California State University- Northridge in 2016. I've worked with various age ranges, but primarily my experience is with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have been trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF- CBT), Families Overcoming Under Stress (FOCUS), Triple P (Positive Parenting), and Managing and Adapting Practices (MAP). I believe that everyone should have a safe place where they can work through their individual journey.

My name is Areli Balvaneda, LMFT 105678. I work under the CBT, DBT, and Interpersonal therapy models. My approach to therapy is based on compassion. Relinquishing the idea that we are meant to be perfect and how more importantly, how our lack of perfection makes us human. Currently, I work with young adults to middle age adults. Addressing childhood trauma, depression, and anxiety. My communication style is compassionate and direct. My approach has helped my clients work through their challenges and not around them.

Are you looking for a therapist because you want relief from suffering? Does your mind race all the time? Can’t turn it off no matter how hard you try? Do you have trouble sleeping, concentrating, functioning or just being present in life? Do you feel guilty for not being able to stop your overthinking? Do you feel like you’re just existing but not really living, let alone thriving? Well, a lot of these symptoms are anxiety or depression based and can be linked to trauma. And I can help! I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression and trauma.

Hello! My name is Yvette Weeks, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). My therapeutic approach is centered on fostering meaningful connections, emotional well-being, and personal growth. I specialize in working with individuals, children, and families; guiding them through challenges to discover their strengths, learn new techniques, and create positive change. I typically work with individuals, families, and children/adolescents focusing on a wide range of issues, including relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, communication challenges, behavior issues, parenting challenges, and life transitions.

Lauralee Fuhrmann LCSW. Approach is client-centered, strengths-based. It can be difficult to open-up and talk about life-stressors to a stranger. Sometimes, we can feel unheard or alone, or just need someone who can be a helping, compassionate, and nonjudgmental ear. In therapy, we can mend fractured and fragmented pieces of ourselves that have been damaged by past relationships, and trauma. Together, we can bring out positive change in our lives; we can challenge negative cognitions and dissonance. Together, we can begin the path of healing.

Congratulations on your decision to face issues that have hindered you from discovering your personal strengths . My name is Juanda Green, and I am honored to serve in the mental health profession. I believe everyone has divine given qualities that must not be stifled by depression, anxiety, fear, or low self-esteem. I offer therapeutic support by providing psychoeducation, and evidence-based treatment interventions to help you gain self- awareness, improve relationships, and increase self-esteem. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families.

Be the best version of you! I am here to help you be the best version of yourself, to communicate with your family and friends, to set boundaries, to help you feel more confident. How do you take care of yourself? I am a therapist, but I always say that I am a "mom" first. I help individuals and couples find practical ways to meet their goals.

Hi My name is Jannet Grau, LMFT. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I've been working with clients for the past 9 years. My areas of expertise are working with clients who have gone through abuse or traumatic experiences in their life which are causing them difficulty managing their emotions, affecting their relationships or life is just overall difficult. I'm comfortable treating clients with symptoms of depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, relationship issues, and trauma and PTSD,

If you have already decided you want to start therapy, then you are possibly motivated to want to change some aspect of your life. Finding a qualified therapist is easy. Finding a therapist you can trust and connect with may be more difficult. I work with my clients to help them understand how anxiety, depression, addiction, or trauma may be getting in the way of living the life they want to live. If you are looking for help to improve your relationships and self-esteem or moving forward with an issue in your life, then I would like to h p you.

I understand the apprehension in seeking therapy and counseling. I also understand the importance of obtaining therapy in a safe and non-judgmental environment. There are times when we all face a need to seek counsel and professional therapy with someone who is able to relate to your struggles. My clients are provided a safe and understanding environment; an environment where we are able to focus on "solutions". My experience includes working with children, teens and adolescents in the schools environment and in my private practice; teaching them positive coping skills to address anger management issues.