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Serving Sonoma County, Oakmont, Oakmont Woods, and many other cities around Sonoma County.
At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, I provide deeply personalized, trauma-informed care for clients seeking a thoughtful and effective path toward healing. My practice is designed to offer a calm, private, and supportive therapeutic environment where individuals, couples, and teens can engage in meaningful inner work with depth, intention, and care.
I believe therapy should be both clinically grounded and highly individualized. My approach integrates evidence-based modalities with a nuanced understanding of trauma, creating a therapeutic experience that is compassionate, attuned, and tailored to the unique needs of each client. Every aspect of care is approached with sensitivity, professionalism, and respect for the complexity of each person’s healing process.
I am committed to offering a standard of care that feels both deeply supportive and exceptionally intentional. My goal is to help clients move beyond patterns of distress and toward greater clarity, resilience, emotional balance, and lasting well-being. Through a refined, relational, and trauma-informed approach, I strive to create a space where genuine healing and meaningful transformation can unfold.
Welcome to Touchstone Trauma Therapy, your trusted partner in overcoming stress and emotional overwhelm right here in beautiful Sonoma County, CA. We understand that life can often feel overwhelming, and managing stress is essential for your overall well-being. Our dedicated team of mental health professionals is committed to providing personalized therapy that addresses your unique challenges and helps you regain control of your life.
Stress is an inherent part of life, a response that helps us react to challenges and demands. It can motivate us to meet deadlines, perform well in our careers, or take care of our families. However, when stress becomes chronic or acute, it can lead to emotional overwhelm, significantly impacting our quality of life. in Sonoma County, with its unique blend of natural beauty and the pressures of modern living, understanding how stress manifests is crucial for our mental health.
Emotional overwhelm occurs when stressors exceed our ability to cope. This can manifest in various ways, including persistent anxiety, feelings of hopelessness, irritability, and physical symptoms such as fatigue or headaches. Many individuals in our community may find themselves juggling multiple responsibilities—work, family, and personal commitments—which can create an overwhelming sense of pressure. For example, a parent trying to balance remote work while assisting children with online schooling may experience heightened stress levels, leading to emotional fatigue and burnout.
At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, we recognize that everyone has a unique threshold for stress. Factors such as past trauma, current life circumstances, and individual coping mechanisms all play a role in how we experience stress. For instance, someone with a history of trauma may find themselves more susceptible to emotional overwhelm when faced with new stressors. Our approach involves not just addressing the symptoms of stress but delving into the root causes to provide effective and lasting relief.
One of the most effective methods we employ is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps individuals identify and modify negative thought patterns that contribute to their stress. By reframing these thoughts, clients can gain a clearer perspective on their situations, reducing feelings of helplessness. For example, a client who believes they are failing at work may learn to recognize this thought as an exaggeration and replace it with a more balanced view, thereby alleviating their emotional burden.
Additionally, we offer Emotional Regulation Therapy, which equips individuals with tools to manage their emotions more effectively. This therapy is particularly beneficial for those who find themselves overwhelmed by their feelings, leading to impulsive reactions or withdrawal from social interactions. Techniques such as mindfulness and grounding exercises can help clients pause and respond thoughtfully to stressors rather than react instinctively. This is especially important in a vibrant community like Sonoma County, where outdoor activities and social gatherings are abundant, yet can also present opportunities for social stress.
The prevalence of burnout, especially in high-stress occupations, is another critical aspect we address. Many residents in Sonoma County work in demanding fields, such as healthcare, hospitality, or agriculture, where the pressure can be relentless. Burnout can lead to a state of emotional exhaustion, cynicism, and a reduced sense of accomplishment. Our Burnout Treatment focuses on helping clients recognize the signs of burnout early and develop strategies to restore balance in their lives. This may include setting boundaries, practicing self-care, and creating a more manageable workload.
Understanding the various forms of stress and emotional overwhelm is essential for fostering resilience. We encourage our clients to engage in open discussions about their feelings and experiences. Group therapy sessions can also provide a supportive space for individuals to share their stories, learn from one another, and develop a sense of community. in Sonoma County, where many people face similar challenges, connecting with others can be a powerful antidote to isolation and despair.
Ultimately, the journey to understanding and managing stress and emotional overwhelm is personal and often requires professional support. At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, we are dedicated to providing a compassionate, safe environment where you can explore your feelings and learn effective coping strategies. Whether you are dealing with acute stress from a specific event or chronic stress from ongoing life challenges, our therapists are here to help you reclaim your emotional well-being and lead a more balanced life.
Experience compassionate trauma-informed therapy designed to support your emotional healing and recovery, helping you navigate psychological trauma and post-traumatic stress with expert guidance and understanding.
Experience compassionate self-esteem counseling that empowers you to build confidence, enhance your self-worth, and improve your body image through personalized therapy tailored to your unique journey.
Experience compassionate anxiety therapy designed to help you manage anxiety disorders, overcome challenges, and find peace through personalized support and effective treatment strategies.
We offer a range of therapeutic services tailored to meet the needs of individuals, couples, and teens in Sonoma County. Our approach is holistic and trauma-informed, ensuring that you receive the support necessary for healing. Here are some of the key services we provide:
At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, we pride ourselves on creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Our experienced therapists are not only trained in various therapeutic modalities but are also compassionate listeners who genuinely care about your well-being. Here’s why you should consider us for your therapy needs:
Clear, practical answers for people considering Trauma Therapy and looking for a thoughtful next step.
Touchstone Trauma Therapy is a mental health practice located in Montrose, CA, specializing in trauma therapy. We provide personalized care to help clients navigate challenges such as trauma, anxiety, and depression through holistic, trauma-informed approaches.
Our services are designed for individuals, couples, and teens who are facing mental health challenges. Whether you are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, emotional overwhelm, chronic stress, perfectionism, or feelings of disconnection, we are here to support you on your healing journey.
At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, we offer a range of trauma-informed therapies tailored to individual needs. Our approaches may include EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness and Somatic therapies, and other holistic methods aimed at promoting healing and resilience.
If you are experiencing persistent feelings of anxiety, depression, or distress related to past experiences, trauma therapy may be beneficial. Our team can help assess your needs and guide you toward appropriate support.
During your first session at Touchstone Trauma Therapy, you will meet with a therapist who will discuss your background, current challenges, and goals for therapy. This initial assessment helps us create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Yes, therapy sessions at Touchstone Trauma Therapy are confidential. We adhere to strict ethical guidelines to ensure your privacy and safety, allowing you to share your experiences in a secure and supportive environment.
Somatic Therapy is a form of body-centered therapy that emphasizes the connection between the brain, mind, and body. It utilizes body awareness as a therapeutic tool to explore and resolve the somatic (physical) symptoms of psychological issues. This approach helps individuals recognize and release the physical tension that remains in the body due to past trauma and stress.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a transformative therapeutic model of psychotherapy that helps individuals understand and harmonize the various parts within themselves. According to IFS, we all have different parts within us that carry different thoughts, emotions, and beliefs. These parts can sometimes conflict with each other and create internal struggles and difficulties in our lives. IFS is commonly utilized to work with trauma memories or difficult childhood experiences.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured approach that treats trauma by safely reconnecting individuals with the traumatic images, thoughts, emotions, and body sensations they experienced, leveraging the brain’s natural healing process—Adaptive Information Processing (AIP).
Unlike traditional talk therapy, which often focuses on the traumatic event itself, EMDR targets the emotional disturbances and symptoms stemming from the trauma. The goal is to process these troubling memories, reduce their impact, and help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Through EMDR, memories are transferred from the emotional part of the brain (limbic system) to long-term storage, transforming them from intrusive relived experiences into memories of past events that no longer wield disruptive power.
Experience compassionate depression counseling and effective clinical depression therapy tailored to your needs, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you overcome major depressive disorder and mood disorders.
Experience compassionate EMDR therapy tailored for healing from PTSD, anxiety, phobias, grief, and abuse recovery, helping you navigate complex trauma and reclaim your life with confidence.
Experience healing through Somatic Experiencing Therapy, a holistic approach that combines body-oriented psychotherapy and mind-body techniques to alleviate stress and anxiety, promoting deep relaxation and emotional well-being.
At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, seeking support is an important first step toward healing. Whether you are navigating Trauma Therapy, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm, this is a calm place to begin with trust, care, and intention.
Talk with a trusted therapist and take the next step forward with confidence.
Trauma-informed care is an approach to therapy that recognizes how past trauma can affect a person’s thoughts, emotions, relationships, and physical responses. It focuses on creating a safe, supportive, and respectful environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and never pressured. At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, trauma-informed care means tailoring treatment to each person’s needs while using approaches that support healing at a pace that feels manageable and safe. At TTT, we utilize Evidence Based modalities such as EMDR, IFS and Somatic/Mindfulness that are effective in addressing and healing from trauma, including complex trauma.
Starting therapy begins with reaching out to schedule an initial consultation or first appointment. During that first step, we will talk about what brings you to therapy, your goals, and any questions you may have about the process. From there, we can determine the best approach for your needs and begin creating a treatment plan that feels supportive, personalized, and manageable.
Yes, therapy sessions are confidential. Protecting your privacy is an important part of creating a safe and supportive therapeutic space. There are a few legal and ethical limits to confidentiality, which will be reviewed with you at the beginning of therapy, but in general, what you share in session is kept private and treated with care and respect.
Somatic therapy supports trauma healing by helping clients notice and work with how trauma is held in the body, not just in thoughts or memories. Trauma can affect the nervous system in ways that lead to tension, overwhelm, numbness, or feeling constantly on edge. Through gentle body-based awareness and regulation techniques, somatic therapy helps clients reconnect with their bodies, build a greater sense of safety, and process trauma in a way that feels grounded and manageable.
That is completely understandable. Not every therapy experience is the right fit, and a previous approach that did not feel helpful does not mean therapy cannot be meaningful for you now. At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, I offer a personalized, trauma-informed approach tailored to your unique needs, goals, and pace. Together, we work to create a safe and supportive space that feels more aligned with the healing you are seeking.
Your first therapy session is an opportunity for me to begin building a thoughtful understanding of your experiences, concerns, and goals. I will guide the conversation with care, creating space to discuss what brings you to therapy, your personal history, and any questions you may have about the process. This initial session is designed to help you feel at ease while laying the foundation for a therapeutic approach that is personalized to your needs.
Experience transformative healing with Internal Family Systems Therapy, a compassionate approach that nurtures your inner parts, promoting personal growth and resilience through effective trauma healing and self-led therapy.
Experience compassionate and evidence-based PTSD treatment, including trauma-focused therapy and clinical counseling, designed to support your journey towards healing and recovery from post-traumatic stress disorder.
Experience compassionate relationship trauma counseling that focuses on healing interpersonal wounds, fostering secure attachments, and promoting resilience through specialized attachment-based therapy tailored to your unique journey.
Experience compassionate grief and loss counseling that supports your healing journey, helping you navigate bereavement, cope with loss, and find peace through specialized therapy tailored to your needs.
Experience compassionate support with our Stress and Emotional Overwhelm Therapy, designed to help you manage stress, regulate emotions, and overcome burnout through effective techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Taking the first step towards managing your stress and emotional overwhelm can be daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, we are here to guide you every step of the way. Whether you are struggling with trauma, anxiety, or relationship issues, our dedicated therapists will work alongside you to create a path toward healing and growth.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn more about how our Stress and Emotional Overwhelm Therapy can benefit you. Together, we can navigate the complexities of stress and help you achieve a more balanced and fulfilling life in Sonoma County.
Experience relief from stress and emotional overwhelm in Sonoma County with compassionate therapy tailored for effective stress management and emotional regulation.
Trauma-informed care is an approach to therapy that recognizes how past trauma can affect a person’s thoughts, emotions, relationships, and physical responses. It focuses on creating a safe, supportive, and respectful environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and never pressured. At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, trauma-informed care means tailoring treatment to each person’s needs while using approaches that support healing at a pace that feels manageable and safe. At TTT, we utilize Evidence Based modalities such as EMDR, IFS and Somatic/Mindfulness that are effective in addressing and healing from trauma, including complex trauma.
Starting therapy begins with reaching out to schedule an initial consultation or first appointment. During that first step, we will talk about what brings you to therapy, your goals, and any questions you may have about the process. From there, we can determine the best approach for your needs and begin creating a treatment plan that feels supportive, personalized, and manageable.
Yes, therapy sessions are confidential. Protecting your privacy is an important part of creating a safe and supportive therapeutic space. There are a few legal and ethical limits to confidentiality, which will be reviewed with you at the beginning of therapy, but in general, what you share in session is kept private and treated with care and respect.
Somatic therapy supports trauma healing by helping clients notice and work with how trauma is held in the body, not just in thoughts or memories. Trauma can affect the nervous system in ways that lead to tension, overwhelm, numbness, or feeling constantly on edge. Through gentle body-based awareness and regulation techniques, somatic therapy helps clients reconnect with their bodies, build a greater sense of safety, and process trauma in a way that feels grounded and manageable.
That is completely understandable. Not every therapy experience is the right fit, and a previous approach that did not feel helpful does not mean therapy cannot be meaningful for you now. At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, I offer a personalized, trauma-informed approach tailored to your unique needs, goals, and pace. Together, we work to create a safe and supportive space that feels more aligned with the healing you are seeking.
Your first therapy session is an opportunity for me to begin building a thoughtful understanding of your experiences, concerns, and goals. I will guide the conversation with care, creating space to discuss what brings you to therapy, your personal history, and any questions you may have about the process. This initial session is designed to help you feel at ease while laying the foundation for a therapeutic approach that is personalized to your needs.
Our services are designed for individuals, couples, and teens seeking support for mental health challenges.
Whether you are dealing with trauma, relationship issues, or self-esteem concerns, Touchstone Trauma Therapy is here to guide you on your journey to healing.
TTT offers services to the cities of Montrose, Glendale, La Crescenta, La Canada, Burbank and Pasadena. TTT also offers remote video sessions throughout the state of California.
Individual therapy for clients ages 14 and older offers a personalized space to work through life's challenges, deepen self-understanding, and support lasting emotional well-being.
