Our therapists offer PTSD & trauma therapy in La Habra, CA

My name is Elizabeth Pezoa and I am a CA Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I have years of clinical training and work experience treating patients. I typically work with adult patients who are seeking treatment for anxiety, depression, life stressors, adjustment disorders, relational issues, grief, loss, trauma, and other mental health conditions. Many of my patients vent with me, process their emotions, and want to learn evidence-based coping techniques that I teach so they can cope with life stressors and their symptoms, with the goal of stabilizing their symptoms. 

I specialize in treating anxiety, trauma, depressive disorders, and adjustment disorders. I have a holistic, eclectic approach and use clinical interventions based on each patient's unique presenting needs. I do a lot of active listening, help patients process their emotions, and teach evidence-based coping techniques to cope with life stressors.

Life can be very difficult and it is important for people to take care of their mental health, which I refer to as brain health. I think it is very admirable for people to take the first step in seeking treatment with a competent provider who is also welcoming, easygoing, and naturally empathetic.

Chioma Okoro is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (BC-PMHNP) with over 13 years of experience in mental health. She specializes in working with adults and seniors who are experiencing major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorder, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, insomnia, and other psychiatric conditions.

She graduated with her Master's degree in Nursing honors from Walden University, as well as her Master's degree in Nursing from Grand Canyon University. She utilizes evidence-based practices, with a patient-centered approach and active listening and therapeutic communication skills, alongside her medication management techniques.

Chioma’s favorite quote when providing care to her patients is “You are not alone. You are seen. I am with you. You are not alone.” — Shonda Rhimes. She is confident that she will help her patients to achieve remission of their symptoms and psychosocial functioning. Chioma looks forward to working with you to address whatever is troubling you, session by session.

Trisha Paniagua is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in treating adolescents, adults, and the geriatric population for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, sleep disorders, trauma, panic disorders, and personality disorders. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, she first worked as an LVN, then a psychiatric RN. Trisha is passionate about educating patients in managing life’s challenges and diminishing the stigma surrounding mental healthcare.

Trisha received her Master’s in Nursing from Walden University. She utilizes listening, motivational interviewing, and education on disease processes and medications to lead patients to a well thought out treatment plan.

Trisha understands that mental health is part of a person’s whole body health. She looks forward to helping you understand your diagnosis and make progress towards a better quality of life. Schedule your first session today!