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Childhood trauma can cause you mental trouble long after it occurred. It may affect your relationships, self-image, mental health, and even your physical wellbeing.

Mental Health Match connects you with top-notch therapists who can help you manage the feelings, behaviors, and triggers associated with traumatic childhood events. Whether you are located in downtown San Diego, Black Mountain Ranch, Carmel Mountain Ranch, La Jolla, or even Miramar Ranch North, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Childhood Trauma Symptoms

Childhood trauma stems from childhood abuse, neglect, accidents, and more. It can affect adolescents, teens, and adults, causing them to experience a wide range of symptoms, some of which include:

  • Chronic sadness or depression
  • Worry
  • Anger and irritability
  • Panic attacks
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Mood swings
  • Poor concentration

If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, therapy can help to improve the quality of your life. You can learn more about childhood trauma and how it affects you in this article from therapist Lacy Shawn.

Overcome Your Childhood Trauma with Therapy

There’s no better time to seek treatment for childhood trauma than now - therapy can help you heal and let go of the trauma. Mental Health Match can help get you started by connecting you with a licensed therapist fast. Get childhood trauma therapy and counseling online or in-person. Browse below, or use our therapist matching survey to get personalized results.

University City of San Diego, CA Childhood Trauma Therapists - List Your Practice on Mental Health Match

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Elizabeth Strout
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I want to support you in learning ways to deal with everything life has to throw at you! Here at Ellie Mental Health we really believe in the power of creativity and humor and I believe I bring that to all my sessions. Come #liveauthentic with me!


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I want to support you in learning ways to deal with everything life has to throw at you! Here at Ellie Mental Health we really believe in the power of creativity and humor and I believe I bring that to all my sessions. Come #liveauthentic with me!

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I have experience focusing on issues including: trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns and mood dysregulation. My primary mode of treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy though I am EMDR trained and feel a deep connection trauma work.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adolescent Anxiety
  • Child or Adolescent Therapy
  • Depression
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Trauma From Abuse
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Vanja P. Buckley
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Learn specific tools to help you change and improve the aspects of your life that you wish to change. Explore patterns that reinforced ongoing issues in relationships such as pleasing, poor boundaries, difficulty communicating, neglecting own needs.


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Learn specific tools to help you change and improve the aspects of your life that you wish to change. Explore patterns that reinforced ongoing issues in relationships such as pleasing, poor boundaries, difficulty communicating, neglecting own needs.

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I have a passion for emotional wellness, self-discovery and empowerment and am dedicated to helping individuals who seek personal growth and development, healing from painful feelings and trauma and coping with anxiety and relationship issues.

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  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Communication Skills
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Perfectionism
  • Relationships
  • Relationship Skills
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Worth
  • Trauma
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Dr. Aleksandra Drecun
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Broad themes clients discuss include personal growth, loving and satisfying relationships, and professional/career development. I specialize in assisting individuals to lead a productive life, a meaningful existence and reach their highest potential.


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Broad themes clients discuss include personal growth, loving and satisfying relationships, and professional/career development. I specialize in assisting individuals to lead a productive life, a meaningful existence and reach their highest potential.

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As an effective professional, I assist clients in reaching their goals. I empower clients by building upon their strengths. I provide a safe, caring and nonjudgmental environment. Each session promotes personal growth and success!

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Depression
  • Dermatillomania/Skin Picking/Excoriation
  • Trauma
  • Trichotillomania/Hair Pulling
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Erna Mills
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I provide counseling to those who have been through trauma, crisis relational difficulties, or life changes of past, present, or future. My service are inclusive of all people regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religion.


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I provide counseling to those who have been through trauma, crisis relational difficulties, or life changes of past, present, or future. My service are inclusive of all people regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religion.

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A practicing and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about helping people meet their problems and trauma head on so they can heal in order to live their fullest and most authentic lives.

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  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • First Responders
  • Healthcare Professionals
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Trauma
  • Veterans/Military Families
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Tracy Aronlee
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I believe anyone can benefit from therapy, and while many people face similar issues surrounding their family relationships, I will work alongside you to create unique plan. Together, we can navigate the challenges and conflicts that arise.


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I believe anyone can benefit from therapy, and while many people face similar issues surrounding their family relationships, I will work alongside you to create unique plan. Together, we can navigate the challenges and conflicts that arise.

Something to know about my approach is:

While I am trained in a variety of therapy styles, my favorite is Internal Family Systems (IFS) as I find it allows you to connect to yourself for internal, long-lasting healing which is what I believe you deserve.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Childhood Issues
  • Couples
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Trauma-Related Disorders
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