I'm the kind of therapist that listens well and also shares observations and feedback to help you create real change in your life. Sometimes that means changes in your external environment, and sometimes it means changes in your internal thoughts and feelings. Either way, it is important to me that therapy benefits you and helps you grow.

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My first career was in Education. I earned a Masters in Education from the University of Southern California and became an Educator for the Deaf. I started out at a nonprofit learning center and theater program for children with hearing loss. Eventually I worked my way into roles as a Public School Teacher, Private Educational Specialist, and Nonprofit Director.

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In 2012, I decided to go back to school to study Psychology at Pepperdine, where I began my journey to become a therapist. As a Certified EMDR Therapist, Clinical Trauma Professional, and expert in addiction,​ I have held Clinical Director & Therapist positions at a number of rehabs across Southern CA and researched psychological trauma and neuroscience with teams at Cedars-Sinai. In therapy, I use an eclectic approach that includes DBT, CBT, IFS, Brainspotting, EMDR, Gottman Method, and other modalities. I am also a CAMFT Certified Supervisor who trains new professionals.

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As for my own therapy - it started in a dance studio. I started at age 3 and went through college and professional arenas, including teaching to children and teens. With a continued passion for dance and music, I still love going to concerts and finding new music artists. And most importantly, I genuinely adore doing therapy. 

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You can reach me directly at michelle@kingfamilytherapy.org or (424) 261-5250. My website: michellekingtherapy.com

Throughout my life, I have always had a passion for working with people and understanding the complexities of the mind and human behavior.

 

As a therapist, I provide support related to spirituality, dream work, obsessive compulsive disorders, anxiety, depression, complex trauma, relational issues, couples counseling, and working with the LGBTQ+ community.​

 

I obtained a Masters in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, where I also earned a specialization in Spiritual and Depth Psychology.

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I utilize a person centered approach that integrates evidence-based interventions such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. I have consistently been committed to pursuing further education, with a current concentration on trauma work. I believe every human being has a unique story to tell, and I like to get to the root of trauma to help healing begin.

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Prior to becoming a therapist, I earned an undergraduate degree in Education from Texas A&M University and worked with children for over a decade in public schools and on TV shows for networks such as Disney and Nickelodeon. I have a passion for the arts, spirituality, and working with people on their individual healing journeys. 

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I am currently an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences practicing under the supervision of Michelle King Rayfield, LMFT #122618.

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You can reach me directly at katie@kingfamilytherapy.org or  (210) 639-5209.