Welcome, I’m glad you’re here

My name is Laurel; I’m both a therapist and a human.

As a therapist, I use a depth-oriented, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed approach. This means we work together to explore both the conscious and unconscious mind to see how it has manifested in your behavior. With this increased self-awareness, I support you in looking at where you have space to show up in ways that are more beneficial to getting what you want out of life. Some of my favorite therapeutic modalities include Attachment theory, Internal Family Systems, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. I also believe that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, and I will first and foremost work to attune to you and your individual needs. My commitment is to offer you a nonjudgmental space rooted in warmth and curiosity.

As a human, I started my therapeutic journey when I was 15. I know what it feels like to experience inner and relational turbulence. My first relationship experiences were a disaster, to be honest, but this drove me to endlessly study how to cultivate a connection that is healthy, happy, and sustainable. I have dedicated my time to this work because human connection is what I value most. When I’m not working, I enjoy sunshine, hiking, and quality time with my friends, partner, and kitties.

A space to feel seen and heard

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A space to feel seen and heard 〰️

EDUCATION

Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology

Pacifica Graduate Institute

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

University of California, Santa Cruz

EXPERIENCE

Mustard Seed Ranch: Equine-assisted therapist for groups of at-risk youth

The Liberation Institute: Therapist Trainee

Counseling West: Therapist Trainee

Laurel Tree Yoga: Owner, Instructor

Prison Yoga + Meditation: Senior Yoga Instructor

Los Angeles Unified School District: Yoga Instructor

CERTIFICATIONS + TRAININGS

EMDR Training: Sonoma Institute, 2024

200 hr E-RYT: Yoga Works, 2015

Meditation Training: UCLA Mindfulness Awareness Research Center, 2017

Introduction to Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy: Counseling West, 2022

Trauma-Informed Mindfulness Facilitator: Prison Yoga + Meditation 5013c, 2016

LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Therapy Practitioner: Liberation Institute, 2022

Reiki 1&2, 2020