EMDR and Hypnosis for Trauma & Grief in California
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LGBTQ-affirming psychologist helping adolescents, adults and couples heal from trauma and grief. I use EMDR, Ericksonian hypnosis, Flash Technique, Solution-Focused Therapy, EFT, and CBT.
Lisa S. Larsen, PsyD
(she/her/hers)
(CA Lic. #PSY 19046)
Services
I offer a variety of services to help you overcome your difficulties. EMDR therapy and Flash Technique can be very helpful for trauma recovery. Clinical hypnosis be helpful for variety of issues, including depression, weight loss, smoking cessation, sleep, anxiety, trauma and loss. Traditional talk therapy, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy, helps you identify and challenge unrealistic thought patterns, and regain a healthier, happier life. I provide all of this online through HIPAA-secure video therapy. That way, you enjoy the benefits of treatment without commuting, childcare hassles, and the cost of gas. You can do video therapy on lunch breaks or just after work in your car. Sometimes you might want to get therapy while lounging in bed in your PJs with your dog or cat next to you. Online therapy is just as effective as in person therapy for most conditions.
Training and Consultation
If you are a mental health professional struggling with a case that involves complicated grief or trauma, I invite you to tap into my years of knowledge, experience and training in these topics. I have been licensed for 20 years and have worked with many trauma survivors and people going through acute and complicated grief. In addition, I have offered trainings in the treatment of complicated grief in adults to the Iranian Psychological Association of America, the Los Angeles County Psychological Association, and the Zur Institute. If you would like to take an interesting, thorough class in identifying and treating traumatic grief in adults, please click here. If you would like to receive consultation over HIPAA-secure video, please call me at (661) 233-6771.
UNSOLICITED REVIEWS
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​Dr Larsen is a lifeline when you need one most. I was dealing with grief and a traumatic and depressing related issue, for which I could find no solution. I felt hopeless and couldn't sleep. My mind was weighed down with grief.
Dr Larsen listened to me with compassion and sympathy. She was very easy to talk to about difficult subjects. She was so kind.
After the first session, I fell asleep in the middle of the day and got the first restful sleep I'd had in a while. It was like a weight had been taken off my shoulders. She's a balm for troubled souls. Wish I'd called her sooner.
"Lisa Larson is a great psychologist and a wonderful person" -- Monica Slone, MFT
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Dr Lisa has been a blessing in my life for a couple of years now. She has been a terrific resource for dealing with Complex PTSD and a few other significant issues. She's so disarmingly effective, and is well versed in Cognitive Behavorial Therapy, EMDR (perhaps even more important to me) and Deep Relaxation techniques as well as other methods. I can't begin to state what a positive influence she has been in my life. My only regret is having to leave her practice due to an insurance change. I wish her and her entire practice staff the best in life. What wonderful, caring people!
"Dr. Larsen is an extremely caring and thoughtful clinician. Her experience with grief, and trauma is extensive. Anyone would be lucky to work with, and learn from her." -- Coast Family Psychological Services
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Lisa is a great Therapist and a fantastic Hypnotherapist. My session with her was extraordiary..how did she know these were the exact visualizations and suggestions I need to go forward with my life. I strongly recommend her.
"Dr. Larsen is an expert in helping clients cope with trauma and grief. She is compassionate and fosters a genuine, welcoming environment. If you are considering therapy, do not hesitate to reach out to Dr. Larsen." -- Dr. Kelsey Holliday