Trauma Therapy in California
Turning pain into healing.
You don’t have to face trauma alone. If you’ve been living with the aftereffects of a painful or overwhelming experience, it may feel like your world has been shaken. Trauma can show up in many ways: nightmares, panic, anxiety, strained relationships, or a sense of disconnection from yourself or those you love. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to do it on your own.
I provide trauma therapy in California that is warm, safe, and grounded in proven approaches. For individuals, I use AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy) to help clients process overwhelming emotions and reconnect with resilience. For couples, I use EFCT (Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy), which helps partners heal from trauma together and restore trust in their relationship.
Common Symptoms of Trauma
Trauma can affect both the mind and body. While every person’s experience is unique, there are many common signs of trauma that may indicate you would benefit from therapy.
Intrusive memories and flashbacks
Reliving the event as if it were happening again, often triggered by reminders.
Nightmares or sleep problems
Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking in a state of fear or panic.
Intense anxiety or panic attacks
Feeling on edge, restless, or in constant fear of something bad happening.
Persistent guilt or shame
Blaming yourself for what happened or feeling that you are “damaged.”
AEDP is my primary approach for individual trauma therapy. It is an experiential model that helps you safely access and process overwhelming emotions that may have been avoided or suppressed after trauma. Rather than staying stuck in old patterns of fear or shame, AEDP gently guides you toward transformation and growth. Clients often describe AEDP as both deep and supportive—it allows for real healing while also building resilience and self-compassion.
What you can expect with AEDP:
A strong focus on safety, trust, and the therapeutic relationship
Careful exploration of difficult feelings at a pace that feels manageable
Turning painful emotions into sources of strength, hope, and connection
Greater emotional regulation and reduced intensity of trauma triggers
AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy) for Individuals
EFCT (Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy) for Couples
When trauma impacts a relationship, the emotional bond between partners can feel broken. EFCT is designed specifically for couples, helping partners rebuild trust, safety, and closeness. Trauma can cause cycles of withdrawal, conflict, or disconnection—EFCT helps couples recognize these patterns and replace them with new ways of reaching for and responding to each other.
Benefits of EFCT for couples:
Understanding how trauma has shaped your interactions and communication
Rebuilding trust and emotional intimacy
Developing a stronger, more resilient bond as partners
Transforming your relationship into a safe base for healing
Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?
Starting trauma therapy can feel like a big step—and it’s normal to have questions or even some hesitation. What matters most is that you don’t have to face this alone. With the right support, healing is not only possible, it’s within reach.
Taking the next step can be as simple as sending me a message or scheduling a call. You don’t need to have all the answers before we begin—that’s what therapy is for. Even if you’re unsure, this first outreach can open the door to relief, connection, and a path toward healing.
If you’re in California and ready to explore how trauma therapy can help you, I encourage you to contact me today. Together, we can begin the process of turning pain into healing and moving toward the calmer, more connected life you deserve.