Online Trauma and PTSD Therapy

Clinically reviewed by Karan Singh, Ph.D.

Trauma can come from a single event, like an accident, an assault, or a sudden loss, or from long-term experiences such as childhood neglect or an abusive relationship. Common signs include intrusive memories, nightmares, avoidance, feeling on edge, and feeling numb or disconnected.

Evidence-based trauma treatment

Our clinicians offer the trauma therapies with the strongest research support: Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). All three are recommended for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in clinical practice guidelines from the American Psychological Association and from the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense (VA/DoD). Your clinician will help you choose the approach that fits you.

  • CPT: learning to examine and shift the beliefs that trauma left behind (such as blame or a sense that nowhere is safe), usually in about 12 sessions.
  • PE: gradually and safely revisiting the memory and the situations you’ve been avoiding, so they lose their hold.
  • EMDR: processing traumatic memories while doing guided bilateral eye movements or tapping.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills can help when emotions feel overwhelming.

Going at your pace

Trauma therapy starts with safety and stabilization. You’ll never be pushed to share details before you’re ready.

Who we see

Adults with PTSD or complex trauma, survivors of sexual trauma, first responders, and couples dealing with the effects of trauma.

Insurance and where we see clients

Our 45 clinicians are licensed across 20 states and work by secure video, with in-person sessions at our offices throughout the US. We’re in network with Aetna and Optum/UnitedHealthcare (Oscar through Optum/UHC). Anthem and Carelon members can see some of our clinicians through Headway.

Start therapy

Fill out the request form or call (949) 229-5820, and we’ll match you with a licensed clinician who treats this concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can trauma therapy be done online? Yes. Trauma-focused therapies have been studied by video with good results, and many people find it easier to open up from home.

Do I need a PTSD diagnosis? No. You can get help for trauma symptoms whether or not you have a formal diagnosis.

How long does trauma therapy take? Structured protocols often run around 8–16 sessions. Complex trauma usually takes longer.

Crisis? Call or text 988, or call 911.

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