Hi there,
I’m so glad you’re here.
I have a passion for helping adults and teens navigate big life transitions, heal from painful pasts, embrace their uniqueness, and make sense of extraordinary experiences.
While there’s no cure for being human, our work will help you deepen your connection to yourself to get to the root of symptoms such as chronic anxiety, perfectionism, and relational instability so you can show up more fully (and authentically) in your life.
Hey, I’m Erin
I'm a therapist based in LA, working with clients across California, and I’m on a mission to unravel the intricacies of the human experience.
As a recovering perfectionist, I get what it’s like to struggle with chronic anxiety and the ache of relentless self-criticism. It’s seemingly impossible to feel safe if you don’t truly know (or trust) yourself. I aim to offer a warm, judgment-free space for adults and teens to delve into the depths of their inner worlds. Together, we’ll tackle both the seismic shifts of big life changes, as well as the nuances of everyday struggles. We’ll explore the ordinary and the existential moments that weave the tapestry of your life.
Through embodied, holistic, and personalized psychotherapy, my goal is to guide you toward feeling more connected to yourself, more present in your relationships, and more whole-heartedly engaged in a life that’s uniquely your own. The messiness of being human is where the real growth happens, and I’m here to support you on your journey to a more genuine and vibrant self.
After all, in the grand scheme of things we're just tiny beings on a little blue marble drifting in an infinite universe…
Nobody’s got it all figured out,
and that’s the beauty of it
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Holistic Healing for Perfectionist & High-Achievers
Uncover your authentic potential
If you're stuck in the perfectionism loop—battling the chronic anxiety of not measuring up or feeling like you're constantly chasing an elusive "enough"—you're not alone. Our work together will help you develop better boundaries to avoid burnout, discover your true self, and build a life you love to live.
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Guiding You Through Life's Transitions
Courage to face new journeys
Facing a major life transition—whether it's a breakup or divorce, becoming a parent (or empty-nester!), or making a career shift—can feel like a rollercoaster. I'm here to help you sort through the complex emotions, including anxiety, grief, guilt, and even excitement, tied to closing one life chapter and muster up the courage to dive into the next.
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Reclaiming Your Narrative from Painful Pasts
Be the author of your story
Painful experiences can leave their mark well into the present. This might look like relationship anxiety, feeling chronically numb, or maybe feeling stuck and victimized. If childhood (or more recent) traumas are casting a shadow on your life, I’m here to help you face them. Acknowledging the lasting impact of the weight you've carried, we'll rewrite your narrative, shaping it your way, and lay the foundation for a more fulfilling now.
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Integrating Extraordinary Experiences
Embracing the unknown
If you've had extraordinary or anomalous experiences—such as a near-death experience, powerful psychedelic journey, or something you don’t quite understand—you may feel confused, overwhelmed, and isolated due to stigma…but not here. I offer a judgment-free zone where we can explore and integrate these profound, life-changing experiences.
How do we do this?
I don't believe in cookie-cutter therapy, so our work will be tailored to your unique needs. Rather than fixing what others (or society) might label as "wrong" with you, our focus is on exploring how your diverse life experiences have shaped who you are, as well as identifying your raw truths that lay beneath the surface.
If you're seeking a quick fix, our work together probably won’t adhere to that rhythm. Just like in nature, growth can’t be forced; rather, it unfolds in its own time. I believe in the beauty of the non-linear healing process, understanding that the strategies you've developed over the years require time and patience to unravel. I create a safe and compassionate space for you to slow down and reconnect to the “you” that exists when the pressure is off and no one is around.
Our sessions? Imagine them as a place where anything goes; where laughter mixes with tears and deep conversations—a unique blend that mirrors the complexity of being human. My clients would say I’m warm, curious, engaged, and direct. I won't tell you what to do—because you're the expert of your own life—but I'll be right there beside you, helping you take a look at parts of yourself that you may be hesitant to embrace.
Our path may not follow a straight line, but therein lies the beauty of a journey worth taking—one that unfolds organically and embraces the full spectrum of emotional experience.
So, whenever you’re ready to dive in, I’ll be here.
Fill out the contact form below to set up your free, 20-minute phone or video consultation.
“I no longer think I’m a mess—I’m just a deeply feeling person in a messy world.”
— Glennon Doyle
I’m here when you’re ready
Let’s connect to see if we might be a good fit.
You can use the contact form below, or feel free to reach out to me directly:
erinkennedycounseling@gmail.com
(424) 248-5093