Affirmative Online Trauma & Grief Therapy in California
Lisa Sonin Larsen, PsyD (CA Lic.# PSY19046)
3123 W. Ave. L 8, Lancaster, CA 93536
Phone: 661-233-6771
Affirmative Online Trauma & Grief Therapy for Adults, Teens and LGTBQ+ people in California
I help individuals heal from the deep impacts of trauma, complex grief, and minority stress—using powerful somatic and mind-body therapies that go beyond traditional talk therapy.
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If you've tried talk therapy for trauma, grief, or the emotional burden of being misunderstood and judged, you may have felt incomplete in your healing. I can help you release the pain with these specialized, evidence-based skills:
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EMDR Therapy and Flash Technique;
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Ericksonian Hypnotherapy; and
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Somatic Stress Release.
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I'd love to talk to you more about how I can help you get through the pain you're feeling and reclaim you sense of calm, peace, and resiliency.
If you often feel judged or misunderstood for how you express your feelings, you're not alone.
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Weighed down by the past? Feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety or carrying old wounds and shame into your current relationships.
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Exhausted by minority stress? Navigating the heavy toll of discrimination, harassment, or feeling dismissed just for being who you are.
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Grieving a deep loss? Struggling to let go of the pain, feeling it slow down your mind and your body.
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Hiding your true feelings? Feeling embarrassed by your emotions or frustrated by others who minimize them.
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If you’re navigating deep emotional pain, it’s okay to admit how hard this is. Many people struggle to manage intense emotions and face unfair stigma for how they cope—especially within the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. You don't have to carry the weight of minority stress or emotional exhaustion alone. Tools like hypnotherapy and somatic stress release help you bypass the self-criticism you may heap on yourself for not grieving and surviving trauma the "right way." I'd love to help you feel more compassionate towards yourself in this difficult time, and help you build resilience for future hardship.
If you'd like to know more, book a no-pressure, free consult to see if we're the right fit.
We're in this together
This pain doesn't have to define your life.
If your emotions ever make you feel "too much" or completely misunderstood, I see you. I provide a safe space to help you feel grounded, safe, and truly connected—both with yourself and in your relationships.
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How We’ll Work Together
Cumulative stress, trauma, or the daily wear-and-tear of minority stress don't just live in your head—they get locked in your nervous system. That's why traditional talk therapy can sometimes feel like it only goes so far. Instead of just talking in circles around the pain, we use deep, body-based tools to help your whole system actually process it and let it go:
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EMDR & Flash Technique: Reprocess heavy trauma and distressing memories safely, without needing to relive every detail.
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Somatic Stress Release: Heal the nervous system by allowing your nervous system to exit chronic "fight or flight" and settle into genuine safety and rest.
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Ericksonian Hypnotherapy: Access your inner strength and wisdom. Bypass the overthinking part of your mind to access deep, subconscious inner resources regular talk therapy can't reach.
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Focus on Solutions: We will spotlight your natural strengths and resources, amplifying practical ways to help you thrive.
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You are not damaged or broken—you’re human. You don't have to carry this alone. You can heal, and I am here to guide you every step of the way.
What's next for you? Let's find out!
Clients I Love to Help
Teens (12+) and adults who are done pretending they're fine. You might be here because of:
Trauma or PTSD — including childhood wounds, recent incidents, and the kind of chronic stress you didn't even recognize as trauma
Grief — recent loss, old grief that never really resolved, or disenfranchised grief (the kind people don't know how to acknowledge)
Identity exploration & LGBTQ+ stress — coming out, transitioning, minority stress, or simply wanting a therapist who already gets how hard it can be to lose friends, family or community
Anxiety or feeling stuck — the patterns you can see but can't seem to break. Hint: Anxiety isn't just "all in your head;" there's a physical part to it and body-based treatments to address that.
Evidence-based Tools to Help You Heal
How I Help: I don't just rely on talk-only therapy. I use body-based, evidence-driven modalities that actually move the needle:
Reprocess trauma without having to relive it in detail. I've been EMDRIA-certified as an EMDR therapist since 2008.
Bypass the overthinking mind to access the inner wisdom and resources that regular talk therapy can't reach.
Individual and group somatic therapy help your nervous system settle so your mind can get out of "fight or flight" and into rest, digest, and heal.
All sessions are online, $185 for 50 minutes; book a 15-minute consult to see if we're a fit.
What would suit your needs best?
Testimonials
...Finally getting the right treatment after seeing 9 different therapists. I had some severe trauma issues I was dealing with as well as depression and anxiety and all of them have improved. Very calm, soothing, non-judgmental, and overall amazing person who is far ahead of her peers. -- J. J.
...As a fellow professional in the field, I have had the pleasure of knowing her for the past 6 years and have been consistently impressed by her exemplary expertise, dedication, and commitment to her clients.
Dr. Lisa S. Larsen, is an exceptional psychologist who demonstrates an unwavering passion for helping individuals navigate their mental health challenges.... --S. Amiri, LMFT
Dr. Lisa Larsen is an insightful and compassionate therapist. Though she primarily specializes in healing from traumas, she is also well equipped for helping patients with chronic illness. -- A. T.
Three Steps to Work Together
If you're interested in learning more about how I can help you with trauma, grief, anxiety, LGBTQ+ issues, or your relationship, please follow these three easy steps:
Let's Talk!
Please click Contact Me or Free Consult to book a free 15-minute phone chat. We’ll see if I’m the right person to support you and answer any questions you have.
Let's Meet!
If you decide to take the next step, we’ll meet online to understand your challenges, map out your goals, and work together to restore your resilience and reclaim your life.
Let's Begin Healing...
In our sessions, we’ll work to release past pain, build resilient coping skills, and tap into your inner strengths—helping you feel lighter, freer, and more present every day.
Affirmative Online Trauma & Grief Therapy for Adults, Teens and LGTBQ+ people in California
Lisa S. Larsen, Psy.D.(she/her/hers)
3123 W Ave L 8, Lancaster, CA 93536
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I exclusively provide online therapy for teens & adults in California, offering convenient, confidential support from the comfort of your own home.
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Please call me to make an appointment, or submit the contact form. I look forward to speaking with you soon!​