You can move forward with insight and intention and start thriving again!

Right now you’re dealing with some anxiety, self doubt, disconnectedness and frustration about what’s happening. “Why is this happening? What’s wrong with me?” You’re not sure why you’ve been feeling so stuck and exhausted. You feel like all the tasks you usually manage easily are suddenly too heavy to carry.

You don’t have to do it alone!

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MONICA HELVIE | LMFT, Certified EMDR & Trauma Therapist, Private Practice Owner

I’m not your average cardigan-wearing therapist (although I do own a few). I’m a wife, mother, straight shooter and fellow imperfect human. I’ll can assure you that I do so much more than just sit across from you, smile and nod. I will help you dive into the thoughts and feelings that are weighing you down.

When you come to work with me, you’ll find me, sleeves rolled up, with a bold cup of coffee ready to challenge the negative narratives that have been rolladexing in your mind. I create an empathetic and attuned connection where we can comfortably look deep into your concerns. I am a deeply curious soul with the expertise and dedication to help you find your inner badass again. It’s ok to not be ok – but you don’t need to stay there.

LET’S DO THIS, TOGETHER!

M E E T M O N I C A

Therapy with me isn’t just sitting & talking

We’ll work on real, practical skills that you can put into action immediately in your day-to-day life so you can start feeling better fast!

How I help you…

The work we do will always be unique to you. We’ll take a look at your past, present and future, but always at your pace. Sometimes, my clients only want to look at the here and now, and learn how they can move forward. Others want to address their past experiences that are showing up in their present.

No matter which direction you take, there is no “right” place to start. It’s my job to meet you where you’re at and support you with meeting your therapeutic goals. You will always be the driver and I will be more like Siri.

I will help you navigate your therapeutic journey with ease and efficiency.

I’m trained in a variety of trauma informed modalities and strategies that will help you gain understanding of your experiences while developing insight to support you in moving forward toward peace and healing.

I can also integrate Christian faith perspective to your healing upon request.

Specializing in…

Training & Education

I am a USC master’s graduate (Fight On!) with a strong foundation in the science of psychology, the area of marriage, family therapy, and the study of the brain’s ability to heal and transform. I am a licensed MFT in CA (#84305) and in Texas (#204381). I am specialty trained in various holistic, body-based interventions including but not limited to Somatic Therapy, Polyvagal, Trauma Focused CBT, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I am a Certified EMDR Therapist, Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, and EMDR Consultant in Training.

Furthermore, I commit to participate in ongoing training annually to ensure that I can continue to best meet the needs of my clients.

So don’t worry… I got this!