Top Wellness Professionals
Since moving to Sherman Oaks, we’ve met some amazing women in wellness. Here’s a list of some of our favorites!
Why Pet Loss Feels So Intense — And Why That Makes Complete Sense
If losing your pet has hit harder than you expected, there's a reason for that. We break down the psychology behind pet loss grief — and why you deserve real support.
Love Across Cultures Is Beautiful—And Complex
Struggling to find a couples therapist who truly understands your mixed-culture relationship? Our Los Angeles therapists specialize in interracial and intercultural couples therapy
When Your Mother Was Your Rival: How Growing Up With a Critical, Competitive Mom Shapes Who You Become
If your mother’s love felt conditional and her approval seemed impossible to earn, you may be carrying wounds that quietly shape your confidence, your relationships and how you see yourself.
Betrayal Trauma and Gaslighting: Why Survivors Start Doubting Their Reality
Betrayal trauma and gaslighting often go hand in hand. Learn why survivors begin doubting their reality and how trauma-informed therapy can help rebuild trust in yourself.
Signs of Emotional Abuse in Relationships: What You Need to Know
Feeling anxious, questioning your reality, or stuck in a painful cycle? Learn the often-overlooked signs of emotional abuse and discover how therapy can help you heal and rebuild trust in yourself and others.
Covert Narcissism vs. Overt Narcissism: What’s the Difference?
If you've ever Googled “Is this person a narcissist?” you're not alone. In this post, trauma therapist Amber Robinson breaks down the key differences between covert and overt narcissism—and why covert narcissistic dynamics can leave you feeling confused, anxious, and questioning your own reality.
What the Epstein Files Are Teaching Us About Why Women Don't Report Sexual Abuse
Every abuse scandal brings the same question: "Why didn't they say something sooner?" But this misses the point. As a therapist, I've seen the real issue isn't silence—it's what happens when women speak. The Epstein files reveal a pattern that plays out everywhere.
Why Entrepreneurs Can't Turn Their Brains Off
It's 2 AM and you're still thinking about tomorrow's client call, that product launch, and the email you forgot to send. If you're an entrepreneur, this mental marathon probably feels all too familiar. Discover why your brain refuses to clock out—and how to finally get some rest.
Burnout vs. Trauma: The Key Differences
Exhausted but can't relax? Doing "all the right things" but your body still won't settle? You might be dealing with more than burnout. Learn the key differences between burnout and trauma, why high-functioning people often miss the signs, and what actually helps when rest alone isn't enough.
It's Not Just Anxiety: Understanding Vicarious Trauma in Immigrant Communities
When ICE intensifies in communities that look like yours, your nervous system registers it as a threat—even if you're not directly targeted. This is collective trauma. Your hypervigilance, fear, and shutdown responses are real, valid, and there are tools that can help.
EMDR Intensives in Los Angeles: Transform Your Healing Journey in Days, Not Years
EMDR Intensives that condense months or years of traditional therapy into powerful, focused sessions. Ideal for high achievers who need accelerated healing without weekly commitments.
Is It OK to Ask Your Therapist Who They Voted For?
Can you ask your therapist who they voted for? It goes against everything taught in grad school, but here's why the answer might surprise you—and why it matters for your mental health.
How Abusive Relationships Impact Your Mental Health
Abuse doesn't just hurt in the moment—it changes how you see yourself and trust your own judgment. If you've been in an abusive relationship, you might struggle with anxiety, depression, and doubting your own decisions.
Why Finding a Culturally Competent Therapist Is Essential for Your Mental Health
Your cultural identity shapes your experiences, values, and mental health needs. Find out why working with a culturally competent therapist who truly understands your background can make all the difference in your healing journey.
Understanding Sexual Trauma and EMDR: Insights from Mikayla’s Story
Mikayla’s story on Secret Lives of Mormon Wives has resonated with thousands—because so many survivors quietly carry the same wounds. In this post, we explore how sexual trauma affects intimacy, why your reactions make sense, and how EMDR therapy can help you heal safely and at your own pace.
What Is Parts Work? Understanding Internal Family Systems Therapy
Ever feel like part of you wants to push forward while another part wants to rest? Learn how Parts Work helps entrepreneurs and creatives harmonize their inner voices and lead from Self.
EMDR Therapy in Los Angeles: A Guide to Healing Trauma Through Attachment-Focused Treatment
Struggling with past trauma that won't let go? Discover how EMDR therapy helps your brain naturally heal from traumatic memories without reliving every detail. Learn what to expect from attachment-focused EMDR in Los Angeles and whether this evidence-based approach is right for you.
When Your Pain Becomes About Theirs: Understanding Emotionally Immature Parents
Bronwyn Newport's vulnerable conversation with her mother on RHOSLC struck a chord with many viewers—and for good reason. Learn the signs of emotionally immature parents, understand the lasting impact on adult children, and discover how attachment therapy can help you heal.
10 Journal Questions for Self-Discovery and Personal Growth
Discover 10 powerful journal prompts from a therapist to deepen self-awareness, find meaning, and unlock personal transformation. Start your journaling practice today.