Trauma and PTSD therapists in Santa Clarita, California CA

Through my years working at different mental health agencies within Los Angeles County and Orange County, trauma has been one of the most common issues clients have talked to me about. Trauma can influence the way somebody thinks or feels about themselves and the world around them. These incredibly stressful events often changes our behavior and impacts our ability to function. I am trained and certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy, and use a variety of other forms of evidence-based treatment as well. A quick note about trauma-- these events don't have to be dramatically disturbing to have an impact on your mental health. Feel free to read up on this article, which explains the rising understanding about the wide spectrum of traumatic experiences: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/trauma-and-hope/201703/different-types-trauma-small-t-versus-large-t  

I am an EMDR trauma therapist with over 11 years experience working with clients with PTSD symptoms. I am knowledgable in different treatment methods to approach and work with clients who have experienced either complex childhood trauma or a person who has had a recent traumatic event, such as a car accident, abuse or assault. I utilize different approaches depending on the client's needs, level of distress and ability to regulate emotions. I am a believer in mind-body therapy techniques to promote healing and emotions regulation.  

Our mission here at West Valley Counseling is to provide affordable therapy to individuals and families. All of our therapists are licensed to practice as pre-licensed and licensed therapists in the State of California. Our staff is diverse, multi-cultural and LGBT informed.  

The ACE, Adverse Childhood Experiences, test is used to sum up the extent of difficult childhood experiences (you can take it online). Unprocessed childhood trauma wreaks havoc in ones life. And the same is true for trauma experienced in adulthood. Seeing clients trough a trauma focused lens allows me to help guide them along the healing path. Traumatized individuals often have a overly active limbic system and are constantly in survival mode which is exhausting and usually interferes with sleep. The work here to work through the trauma and to not only gain coping skills, but more importantly, to reduce the need for coping skills in general.  

I have worked with clients dealing with various traumas for over 18 years in various settings from foster care, hospital, non profit, homeless outreach, and private practice.  

Helping people find peace in their relationships & meaning in their lives is what my work is about. If you're looking for extra support & guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to take your life to the next level, then I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.  

I strive to not make assumptions, but to listen to you with an open mind, to respect you and your feelings, to be sensitive yet objective and flexible, honest, and direct. My challenge is to craft a treatment specifically for you and your unique needs and to keep you clearly in my focus.  

Trauma is visceral... it lives in our skins from day to day. We are the totality of our experiences and they must be integrated into what has made us strong.  

Need help overcoming PTSD or anxiety due to chronic medical issues? Let's work together to help you heal from your life's traumatic challenges and keep moving forward.  

I have studied trauma, have experience significant life challenges, and can support you through these difficult times.