I am Nelly Johnson, I am licensed in California and Nevada as a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I want you to know that although I am a therapist, I am a real person and my approach to therapy is more of a mentor and coach versus "your therapist." I love helping people heal from childhood trauma, relationship wounds and couples relationship challenges.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In my first session, I typically conduct the assessment and identify the client's goals. I give the client an overview of what each session looks like moving forward. The client and I discuss the techniques I utilize in therapy such as : Bibliotherapy, journaling and mindfulness. I also ask the client if they feel comfortable with me and if they believe we are a good fit.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

One of my strengths as a therapist is my ability to connect with my clients by building genuine rapport. I truly believe the catalyst for change is the positive relationship between the client and therapist. It is my goal with every client to not only address the negative symptoms they are facing but rather heal the core issue. I tell everyone that I didn't choose this career; It choose ME. I have endured my own childhood trauma which gives me the ability to have empathy with all my clients.

About Nelly Johnson