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MENTAL HEALTH THERAPY IN LOS FELIZ

Individual Therapy that WORKS

Consistent support that builds a relationship deep enough to do real work in.

What is individual therapy?

Whether you're navigating anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, or the lasting effects of trauma, individual therapy is a space to be your authentic self.

My goal is for us to develop a relationship that feels safe enough to show up authentically, in all your messy humanness.

Emma, a mental health therapist in Los Feliz, offering compassionate care and online therapy in Oregon and California

Hi, I’m Emma!

Why start therapy?

You're likely here because something isn't working the way it used to. Maybe you're constantly overwhelmed, feeling stuck in old patterns, or simply exhausted from holding it all together.

Mental health therapy is a space where you can start to gently confront what isn’t working and begin to understand why. I hope to be a safe person to guide you along the journey. As you start to have a greater understanding of yourself and your needs, your life starts to change, too (in my humble opinion).

People often come to mental health therapy with me to work through:

Anxiety or chronic overthinking

Stress and burnout (especially for high-functioning professionals)

PTSD and single incident trauma

Relationship issues and attachment wounds

People-pleasing, perfectionism, or self-doubt

Complex & childhood trauma

Autistic burnout and ADHD overwhelm

Grief, loss, and life transitions

Cultural stress related to capitalism & racism

Exploring and celebrating LGBTQIA+ identity

Emotion regulation difficulties

Creative blocks and performance anxiety

Specific fears and phobias

Coping with chronic pain

Feeling “not enough,” unseen, or disconnected

Self-esteem, body image, and self-worth

Late-diagnosed neurodivergence

Parenting struggles & self-care

You don’t have to check every box to belong here. If you’re struggling and looking for support, you’re in the right place.

How I Work

My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and rooted in curiosity and compassion. I integrate modalities like:

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

to help you process stuck trauma and shift long-held beliefs

Parts Work (Ego States Therapy)

to build a deeper relationship with your inner parts and restore self-trust

Mindfulness and somatic practices

to bring awareness and regulation to your nervous system

Attachment-focused talk therapy

to heal relationship wounds and reconnect with your core self

Therapy is personalized to each individual and you get to help guide the process. Some sessions might focus on skills and tools for the present moment. Others might go deeper, exploring and processing memories from your past to understand how they show up now.

What to Expect

Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here’s how it works:

  1. Initial Consultation (Free, 20 mins)
    We’ll have a video call to see if we’re a good fit and talk through any questions you may have.

  2. First Session (60 mins)
    We’ll explore what’s bringing you in and what you’re hoping for. I ask a bunch of questions, gather history, and get a really good sense of your goals for our work together.

  3. Ongoing Sessions
    Most clients attend weekly or biweekly sessions, depending on your needs and goals. We work together until you feel like you’ve met your goals! I tend to work with clients long-term, AND my goal is to make it so you don’t need a therapist any more. For some people that’s many years, for some people that’s shorter.

You’re allowed to want more.

You’re not broken. You’re not too much. And you don’t have to figure this out alone.

Therapy is a powerful investment in your healing, growth, and sense of self. When you're ready, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.

Downloadable toolkit from Emma Bridges, LCSW – 5 tools used in EMDR intensives and trauma-informed therapy

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