With over 15 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I offer a grounded, compassionate space for people who look like they have it all together but inside feel overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or disconnected. I work best with high-functioning adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, imposter syndrome, and the quiet pressure of life transitions, leadership roles, and family dynamics. Many of my clients come to me feeling stuck, exhausted from overthinking, or carrying stories that no longer fit who they’re becoming. In our work together, you can expect a space that feels both safe and real warm, collaborative, and deeply attuned, with room for both laughter and honest reflection. I’m an active, intuitive listener, and I won’t shy away from gently challenging the beliefs that keep you feeling small or stuck. My approach is trauma-informed, strength-based, and person-centered. I integrate modalities like CBT, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Attachment Theory, and mindfulness, always tailoring our work to you. I’m also deeply committed to creating a culturally responsive, affirming space for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ clients. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, emotional balance, and a stronger sense of self so you can feel more confident, connected, and aligned in your life and relationships. If you’re ready to feel more like yourself again, I’m here to support you at your pace, in your way.

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Starting therapy can feel intimidating. You might be wondering what to expect, worried about being vulnerable, or unsure if you will be judged or truly understood. Those feelings are valid, and you do not have to navigate them alone. I am Donna, a Licensed Clinical Therapist with a Master’s in Social Work from Cal State Los Angeles. Over the past seven years, I have worked in community mental health with individuals, families, and at-risk youth in school and juvenile settings. I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and more complex emotional experiences, always meeting you with care and respect for where you are. I work especially well with people who are used to holding it all together while quietly struggling underneath. You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or unsure how to move forward. In our work together, you can expect a space that feels steady, safe, and genuinely supportive. I lead with empathy and curiosity, helping you feel seen while also guiding you toward meaningful and practical change. My approach is trauma-informed and collaborative, drawing from CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness. Together, we will build tools to help you understand your emotions, manage distress, and reconnect with a sense of clarity and control. You do not have to have everything figured out to begin. When you are ready, I am here to support you at your pace in a space where you can feel safe being yourself.

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It is not uncommon to feel misunderstood or unsupported, especially when you have been carrying things on your own for a long time. You may want help but feel hesitant to start therapy, unsure if you will feel comfortable opening up or worried that you will continue to feel unseen. Those concerns are real, and they matter. I am a Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California. Over the past six years, I have worked in community mental health supporting individuals and families across all ages. My experience includes working with anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, grief, family conflict, and stress, as well as facilitating individual, family, and group therapy. I work especially well with clients who are ready for change but feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. In our work together, I focus on creating a space where you feel safe, heard, and understood. You can expect a supportive and collaborative environment where your experiences are respected and your voice is valued. My approach is solution-focused and strength-based, while also integrating trauma-informed care, CBT, motivational interviewing, and crisis-informed practices. Together, we will identify what matters most to you, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you move forward with more clarity and confidence. My goal is for you to leave therapy feeling less alone, more empowered, and better equipped to navigate your life and relationships. If you are ready to begin, I am here to support you in a way that feels safe, steady, and aligned with your needs.

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Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you have been holding so much on your own. You may be navigating anxiety, grief, life transitions, or the emotional weight of chronic illness, and still showing up for everyone else. It is easy to feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure where to start. I am Katrice, a therapist at Finding Serenity Therapy Services, with over 38 years of experience providing mental health care across Los Angeles County. My background includes work in acute care hospitals, inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings, social services, and community-based counseling. This breadth of experience allows me to meet clients with both depth and understanding, no matter where they are in their journey. I work especially well with individuals who are seeking not only support, but deeper healing and meaning. Clients often come to me feeling emotionally burdened, navigating loss, stress, trauma, or significant life changes. In our work together, I create a calm, grounded space where you can slow down, feel heard, and reconnect with yourself in a more intentional way. My approach blends traditional therapeutic practices like CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy with holistic elements such as art, writing, energy healing, and African-centered spirituality. This allows our work to feel both practical and deeply personal. Together, we will focus on restoring balance, building resilience, and helping you move through life with greater clarity, peace, and emotional strength. When you are ready, I welcome you into a space where your full experience is honored and your healing can unfold naturally.

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It is not uncommon for many of us to cling to belief systems that ultimately do not serve us. We bend over backwards to put out a facade of confidence, dependability, and accomplishment to the outside world in an attempt to live up to society’s and our own unattainable standards. We give and give to our jobs, our families, and our community to the point of utter exhaustion. Despite all the hard work we put forth, on the inside, we often feel deeply unfulfilled and empty. This can lead to exhaustion, loneliness, and emotional pain that just won’t go away.

Please be assured that you are not alone, and you have the power within to shift this unhealthy dynamic in your life! Therapy can shift your perspective and allow you to pinpoint what beliefs and behaviors work and don’t work for you so that you can better focus on the behaviors and actions that fill you up and rejuvenate you.

I can help you reach your more joyful and authentic self so that you can truly relish the life you have worked hard to build. I provide a safe space for you to unpack and overcome your fears, negative self-talk, and traumas. I will help you focus on positive actions to change your life for the better. Let’s work together to see new possibilities!

Areas of Focus/Specialty Trauma High Achievers Anxiety Depression Therapy Modalities Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Interpersonal Psychotherapy Seeking Safety Gestalt

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