Trauma-Informed Therapy in California for Emotional Healing
Gentle counseling for trauma recovery
Find Safety and Healing Within
Trauma-informed therapy creates a safe, steady space to heal from experiences that may still live in your body and mind. Whether the trauma stems from childhood, relationships, or recent events, the goal is to restore a sense of safety, balance, and connection.
My trauma-informed approach blends Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic awareness, and mindfulness-based techniques to help your nervous system regulate and your body feel at ease again. Together, we’ll explore what happens beneath the surface—how your body responds to stress, how emotions show up, and how to gently shift old survival patterns into grounded presence.
How This Helps You:
- Rebuild safety and trust in yourself
- Release stored tension and trauma responses
- Understand emotional triggers with compassion
- Strengthen body awareness and grounding
- Reduce anxiety, hypervigilance, and overwhelm
- Cultivate balance and self-confidence
What to Expect in Therapy
Compassionate care at your own pace
Healing from trauma requires patience and safety. Each session moves at a pace your body and mind can handle. We’ll use mindfulness and IFS-based practices to stay connected to the present moment while gently exploring past experiences.
Our work is collaborative, you remain in control of what feels right to share. Over time, you’ll learn to recognize your body’s signals, soothe your nervous system, and approach difficult emotions without being overwhelmed by them. The goal isn’t to erase the past, but to integrate it so you can move forward without being restricted or defined by it.
Common Questions
What does a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist do in trauma-informed therapy?
A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist works with individuals, couples, and families while considering how trauma affects relationships and the nervous system. In trauma-informed therapy, they focus on safety, pacing, and understanding how experiences live in both the body and the mind.
How is trauma-informed therapy different from regular talk therapy?
Trauma-informed therapy pays close attention to the nervous system and bodily responses, not just thoughts and emotions. A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist using trauma-informed therapy adjusts the pace and approach to avoid overwhelm and support regulation.
Can trauma-informed therapy help if I do not remember the trauma clearly?
Yes. Trauma-informed therapy does not require detailed memories. A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist can work with present-day symptoms and body responses even when memories are vague or fragmented.
Is trauma-informed therapy only for people with severe trauma?
No. Trauma-informed therapy supports people with a wide range of experiences, including chronic stress, relational wounds, and childhood emotional neglect. A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist can help tailor trauma-informed therapy to your specific history.
How long does trauma-informed therapy usually take?
There is no set timeline. Trauma-informed therapy moves at a pace that feels safe for your nervous system. A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist will collaborate with you to support steady, sustainable change.
What happens in a typical trauma-informed therapy session?
Sessions may include conversation, noticing body sensations, grounding practices, and reflection. A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist trained in trauma-informed therapy checks in often to ensure you feel supported and in control.
Can trauma-informed therapy help with anxiety and panic?
Yes. Trauma-informed therapy addresses the nervous system patterns that often drive anxiety and panic. Working with a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist can help your body learn how to settle and respond differently to stress.
Do I need to talk about the trauma in detail for trauma-informed therapy to work?
Not necessarily. Trauma-informed therapy allows you to share only what feels manageable. A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist respects boundaries and focuses on what supports healing in the present.
How do I know if trauma-informed therapy is right for me?
If you feel stuck despite understanding your experiences, or if your body reacts strongly even when you know you are safe, trauma-informed therapy may be a good fit. A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist can help you explore this in a supportive, grounded way.