Who Are the Best Trauma Therapists in Los Angeles?
Finding the right trauma therapist in Los Angeles can feel overwhelming. Trauma therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and the best therapist for you will depend on your experiences, treatment goals, preferred approach, identity, budget, and whether you want in-person or online care.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in trauma-informed care, I created this list to make the search a little easier. It includes Los Angeles therapists who offer approaches such as EMDR, trauma-focused CBT, somatic therapy, and culturally responsive care.
Diversified Therapy LA is included because trauma therapy is one of our practice specialties. I have also included therapists outside our practice because finding the right clinical and relational fit is more important than choosing any one provider.
This list was updated in August 2026. Availability, fees, services, and credentials may change, so contact each therapist directly for current information.
6 best Los Angeles trauma therapists
Below are six Los Angeles trauma therapists with different specialties and approaches. “Best” is subjective, so this list is not a ranking. Instead, it is intended to help you identify clinicians who may align with your needs and preferences.
1. Troi Jefferson, AMFT, APCC
Troi's approach to therapy is guided by values such as courage, vulnerability, and authenticity. Her experience as a D1 athlete allows her to connect with her clients and support them through high pressure and challenging moments. Troi leads her sessions with compassion and grace, which is a helpful approach for clients who have experienced trauma. She understands that unspoken emotions can come to the surface and can overpower us. That is why her training in DBT and EMDR can help her clients heal from difficult experiences. I highly recommend Troi as a trauma therapist.
Troi’s Credentials:
Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor || APCC #12644
Supervised by Camille Tenerife, LMFT
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist || AMFT#137030
Education: Pepperdine University
Specialty area(s):
Sports Performance
Trauma & PTSD
Depression & Anxiety
Children
Learn more about Troi: https://diversifiedtherapyla.com/therapists/troi
2. Lillian Farzan, LMFT
Lillian Farzan is a compassionate social-justice oriented therapist known for her passion for diversity and inclusion. She creates a safe environment for her clients. She’s dedicated to supporting members of marginalized communities, adult children of immigrants, people of color, and the queer community. Lillian has a strong academic background and personal life experiences that motivate her to help adults confront traumatic issues related to intersectionality, social injustice, and systemic oppression. What also stands out about Lilian is her creative pursuits, which creates a validating space for people impacted by social injustice. Her practice is exclusively telehealth.
Lilian’s Credentials: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
License Number: # 121953
Education:
Bachelor's Degree, University of California, Santa Cruz
Graduate Degree, University of Southern California
Specialty Area(s):
Marginalized communities (first-generation individuals, POC, LGBTQ+ community)
Intersectionality, social injustice, racism, systemic issues
EMDR therapy for trauma
Link to Lilian’s Longer Bio: https://www.lillianfarzan.com/
3. Jacklynne Marder, LMFT
Jacklynne Marder is a licensed therapist whose trauma-informed care makes her an excellent choice for individuals, children, and couples who seek treatment. She attends to clients both virtually and in person in Los Angeles, CA. Jacklynne impressively integrates EMDR and Somatic Experiencing therapy into her practice. She has additional certifications as a trauma-informed yoga instructor and a breathwork facilitator - a holistic approach to trauma counseling. Jacklynne's empathetic support and exceptional care cultivates a safe environment for her clients.
Jacklynne’s Credentials:
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
EMDR Level 1 and 2 Professional Training: EMDR Institute
Hakomi Mindful Somatic Psychotherapy TrainingIntegrative Somatic Trauma Therapy Certificate
Internal Family Systems Training
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Bhakti Yoga Shala
Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training
Trauma Resource Model Professional Certification Program
License Number: #131000
Education:
Master’s Degree in Psychology, Pepperdine University
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, University of Colorado Boulder
Specialty Area(s):
Trauma
EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing)
Somatic Experiencing therapy
Trauma-informed yoga and breathwork
Link to Jacklynne Longer Bio:https://www.jacklynnemarderpsychotherapy.com/
4. Tiffany Lowery, LMFT
Tiffany owns a private practice, Lowerywood Counseling Services (based in Los Angeles, CA), where she consults with clients both online and in office. She’s a mental health speaker and an advocate for mental health awareness, working to eliminate the stigmas associated with mental health, particularly among poor and marginalized populations. Tiffany has extensive experience working with children, young adults, families, and couples. She describes her approach as eclectic, relying heavily on CBT and Psychodynamic modalities. Tiffany holds her clients accountable all while creating a nurturing space to explore traumas.
Tiffany’s Credentials: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)
License number: #132808
Education: Antioch University-Los Angeles, Clinical Psychology Marriage and Family Therapy
Specialty area(s):
Teen therapy
TF-CBT
Grief and loss
Suicide prevention
Life transitions
Link to Tiffany’s longer bio:https://www.lowerywoodcounseling.com/
5. Amber Robinson, LMFT
Amber Robinson, LMFT, is the founder of A Road Through Therapy Group. She specializes in supporting creatives, artists, entrepreneurs, and women experiencing relational trauma, attachment wounds, burnout, anxiety, and the effects of difficult childhood experiences. Her trauma-focused work incorporates EMDR, Brainspotting, attachment-based therapy, and parts work.
Credentials: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
License Number: #123517
Specialty Area(s):
Therapy for millennials and creatives
Anxiety and burnout
Navigating relationships
Healing from childhood trauma
Racialized Trauma-informed
Link to Amber’s About Page:https://www.aroadthrough.com/amber
6. Samar Haroon, LMFT
Samar is a culturally sensitive South Asian trauma therapist who uses a systemic approach in her client's therapy journey. She is passionate in her work and in providing a safe space for clients to explore the complexities of experiencing the nuances of culture and identity. She also supports her clients in celebrating their strengths, which is essential in treatment of past trauma. Through her practice, Therapy in Colour, Samar supports the BIPOC population and South Asian communities in overcoming deep-seated trauma. She makes her clients feel safe and empowered. In my professional opinion, Samar's approach is necessary and extremely impactful.
Credentials: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Education: The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Specialty area(s):
Intergenerational Trauma
Childhood PTSD
Religious Trauma
Interracial relationships
Imposter Syndrome
Link to Samar's about page:https://www.therapyincolour.com/about-us
FAQs about trauma therapy in Los Angeles
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There isn't a single type of therapy that is universally considered " the best.” Although different modalities help heal mental health, research shows that your relationship with your therapist is a good predictor of success in treatment.
There are different psychotherapy treatments for traumatic stress. There are a few that have been extensively researched, proven to be effective, and can be classified as "evidence-based." Among these modalities are Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and prolonged exposure therapies. There are also many other modalities that clinicians practice.
EMDR is a structured form of therapy that encourages the patient to briefly focus on the trauma memory while simultaneously experiencing bilateral stimulation (usually with eye movements). This process is believed to help reduce the vividness of the emotions associated with traumatic memories.
There is also TF-CBT, a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy specifically adapted for trauma. It involves the patient confronting their traumatic memories in a safe therapeutic environment. In my practice, I use TF-CBT to tailor treatment to the individual needs of my clients. I provide compassionate care and teach clients skills drawn from dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), setting boundaries, body awareness, self-care, and helping clients discover unhelpful patterns that hold us back from healing.
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Outcomes vary depending on the type and duration of trauma, a person’s symptoms, the treatment used, the relationship with the therapist, and whether treatment is completed.
Evidence-based treatments can significantly reduce PTSD symptoms for many people, but progress may look different from person to person. Rather than focusing on one percentage, ask a prospective therapist about their trauma training, the approaches they use, how they measure progress, and how they will adapt treatment to your needs.
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A generalists therapist provides broad mental health support. They address issues ranging from anxiety, to depression and other mental health issues using cognitive-behavioral approaches. However, a trauma therapist specializes in treating persons with ingrained trauma and its psychological impacts and helping them to move forward from their past experiences. Trauma can also be complex, presenting symptoms include low self-esteem, substance use, eating disorders, and even physical symptoms and chronic illness. There are also clinicians who specialize in each of these symptoms.
Trauma therapists have to be specifically trained to understand complex trauma. They use techniques like EMDR, Somatic Therapy, Exposure Therapy (EP), and Trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT). Trauma clinicians typically take additional certifications and extensive training beyond their initial therapy credentials. They take specialized training, workshops, and supervised clinical experiences focused on trauma.
I hold certifications in trauma-specific modalities such as TF-CBT and have attended numerous trainings on trauma-informed care.
Take the first steps toward healing trauma today.
Taking the first step to trauma treatment can feel scary, and it is also extremely courageous to take that first step. Learn more about our approach to trauma therapy in Los Angeles and EMDR therapy.
We sometimes hold onto this trauma until we feel safe and ready to address it. It's important to explore this pain gradually and with compassion. As a trauma specialist in the Los Angeles area, I employ proven methods to help my clients process and heal from traumatic experiences. My approach in individual therapy is compassionate and judgment-free, ensuring first that you’re in an environment where you feel safe and understood. Before exploring trauma, I will teach you skills for nervous system regulation and how to manage the difficult emotions that may come up. You can learn self-compassion, practice kindness towards yourself and minimize negative thoughts. Together, we will work to reduce the emotional impact of your trauma and finally learn to be in the present moment instead of reliving the past traumatic experience. You can learn to regain your life.
When you feel ready to begin treating trauma and explore your healing journey, reach out to a therapist to learn more.
