Hello, I’m so glad you're here! My name is Marilyn and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Southern California. I specialize in treating complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Through my extensive practice, I have developed a profound understanding of the nuanced challenges associated with these conditions. In my work, I am committed to breaking down barriers and destigmatizing mental health services, ensuring that individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions feel empowered to seek the support they deserve.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session, we’ll begin with brief introductions before exploring the specific challenges you’re experiencing.Our sessions will be a space where you can build the skills and insight needed to heal from trauma and rediscover your potential for personal growth.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Providing individual counseling, family and couples therapy, and specialized support for first responders to help them navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges, fostering their growth and helping them reach their fullest potential in all areas of life.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
In my practice, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients gain insight into how their thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations are interconnected. My approach emphasizes the mind-body connection, guiding clients to recognize how their somatic responses (like tension, restlessness, or other bodily sensations) are often learned reactions to environmental stressors. Together, we will work together to reshape your responses, moving toward healthier ways of coping with stress and fostering a greater sense of self-regulation and resilience.
Attachment-based
In my practice, I use attachment-based theory to help clients understand how early relationship experiences shape their current behaviors and emotional responses. By exploring these attachment patterns, clients become more aware of unhealthy cycles and gain insight into the origins of these behaviors. Together, we work to break these cycles and focus on fostering healthy connections.
Trauma-Focused CBT
In my practice, I use Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to provide a compassionate and safe space for clients to process and heal from trauma. With a structured yet supportive approach, clients gradually confront and reframe traumatic memories while simultaneously learning effective coping skills to reduce trauma-related distress. This process will empower clients to break free from trauma’s hold and will enable clients to achieve healthier lives.