Trauma and Negative Beliefs

Ready to reclaim your story? It's time to find your inner peace and step into the future you deserve.

You might be here because….

  • Pieces of your past trauma just won't stay in the past, leading to those persistent negative thoughts like "I'm not safe" or "I'll never truly heal."

  • Intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, or nightmares keep you completely stuck, reinforcing that deep, painful sense that something is fundamentally wrong with you.

  • Despite trying your absolute best, that heavy belief that you're unworthy, unlovable, or broken still deeply impacts how you see yourself.

  • Building close relationships feels terrifying because self-doubt constantly whispers you're not good enough for true connection.

However you found your way here, please know I'm genuinely glad you did. Your presence here is a courageous first step. Keep reading—my therapy services for healing trauma and transforming negative beliefs could be the supportive path you've been searching for.

I truly understand the deep weariness you feel, as a gentle soul, from tirelessly battling the weight of past wounds and that heavy burden of negative beliefs. I imagine you've poured so much energy into just getting by. Maybe you've tried to bury those painful memories, hoping they'd simply vanish. Or perhaps you've tried to rationalize your experiences, believing if you could just "think" your way out of the pain, it would disappear. You might have found yourself constantly seeking reassurance from others, or trying to control every tiny detail of your life, just to feel a fleeting sense of safety. And those coping mechanisms that once helped you survive? They might now be leaving you utterly exhausted, isolated, or completely stuck in a painful cycle. This relentless inner battle against the echoes of your past is incredibly draining, isn't it? It whispers lies that you are permanently damaged or forever defined by what happened.

If any of this resonates deeply within you, please understand: you absolutely deserve a safe, compassionate space where your incredible resilience isn't just acknowledged, but celebrated. A place where your pain is met with deep understanding, never judgment. This is where we can gently, bravely, unpack those experiences, gently move through those long-held negative beliefs, and begin to lay down a new, solid foundation for true safety, undeniable self-worth, and authentic, joyful connection.

It takes immense, profound bravery to even consider reaching out for support with a therapist, especially when you've been hurt.

The fact that you found your way here speaks volumes about your inner strength and your deep desire for healing.

I welcome all the ways you've tried to cope and protect yourself. I see your ongoing struggles with trauma and the negative beliefs it fosters not as a personal flaw, but as powerful evidence of your profound capacity to feel, to survive, and your deep, natural longing for wholeness, inner calm, and genuine peace. For gentle souls like you, it's entirely understandable how these protective patterns would have developed. 

My passion lies in creating a truly safe, nurturing space for you to gently explore these feelings and how they've impacted every corner of your daily life and relationships. When you’ve carried this weight for so long, it can really start to feel like it’s just a permanent part of who you are. But I promise you, it doesn't have to be. I will help you connect with the real, unchanging, strong parts of you that have always been there, waiting to be rediscovered. From that grounded place, you can truly begin to heal, integrate your past experiences, and finally feel genuinely hopeful and excited about building a future free from the past's heavy grip.

My Practice Dedication

My therapy practice is wholeheartedly dedicated to helping gentle souls like you who are still grappling with the persistent shadows of trauma and deeply ingrained negative beliefs, even after exploring countless ways to feel better. Believe me, it truly is possible to break free from these pervasive negative patterns and rewrite your story, and I am genuinely happy to guide you on that journey.

Beyond specialized trauma and negative belief treatment for adults, I also offer compassionate support for depression and self-criticism, anxiety and self-doubt, and developing healthier ways to deal with urges and triggers. All my services are conveniently available through online therapy in California. Please don't carry this burden alone for another moment. Reach out to me today to begin your journey toward profound healing, deep self-acceptance, and a future brimming with renewed hope!

Questions before getting started? Get in touch.