Lesbian Therapists in Santa Monica, CA
EMDR Collective, Founder Dawn Delgado, CEDS, EMDR
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEDS-S, EMDR
Online Only
I believe in your ability to create a fabulous, adventurous, and fulfilling life. If fear, anxiety, depression, past traumas or blocks are in the way, we can help. My name is Dawn Delgado and I founded EMDR Collective after 20+ years of developing treatment centers, teaching, training, presenting, and advocating for optimal mental health. I am a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and an EMDR Certified Trauma Specialist who is well equipped to manage high profile cases. I have hand picked the EMDR Collective therapists to provide compassionate, effective wellness services to you and your loved ones.
I believe in your ability to create a fabulous, adventurous, and fulfilling life. If fear, anxiety, depression, past traumas or blocks are in the way, we can help. My name is Dawn Delgado and I founded EMDR Collective after 20+ years of developing treatment centers, teaching, training, presenting, and advocating for optimal mental health. I am a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and an EMDR Certified Trauma Specialist who is well equipped to manage high profile cases. I have hand picked the EMDR Collective therapists to provide compassionate, effective wellness services to you and your loved ones.
If you find yourself sorting through how your life has been shaped by culture, institutions, and the pressures of contemporary capitalism, therapy can be a place to consider those forces more deliberately and clarify your relationship to them. My practice draws from Narrative Therapy, Poststructural philosophy, and Feminist thought. I work from the premise that social, economic, and relational forces shape how we come to understand ourselves. What can feel like personal “failure” is often the friction between lived experience and dominant ideas.
If you find yourself sorting through how your life has been shaped by culture, institutions, and the pressures of contemporary capitalism, therapy can be a place to consider those forces more deliberately and clarify your relationship to them. My practice draws from Narrative Therapy, Poststructural philosophy, and Feminist thought. I work from the premise that social, economic, and relational forces shape how we come to understand ourselves. What can feel like personal “failure” is often the friction between lived experience and dominant ideas.
Have you noticed that it is in the places you are supposed to be most relaxed (meditation, vacation, weekends, sleep) that your mind feels louder than ever? It might feel like the idea of letting your thoughts go is meant for “normal” people and that does not include you. Maybe you stand guard to keep yourself from your worst case, as if your attention to your fear offers some control and yet there is no relief. All the advice you get from those closest to you feels so out of touch with the agony of daily doubts around the things that matter most. I can help you sift through the noise and regain your confidence in yourself.
Have you noticed that it is in the places you are supposed to be most relaxed (meditation, vacation, weekends, sleep) that your mind feels louder than ever? It might feel like the idea of letting your thoughts go is meant for “normal” people and that does not include you. Maybe you stand guard to keep yourself from your worst case, as if your attention to your fear offers some control and yet there is no relief. All the advice you get from those closest to you feels so out of touch with the agony of daily doubts around the things that matter most. I can help you sift through the noise and regain your confidence in yourself.
I'm Dr. Sherise Prince and I specialize in treating trauma, complex PTSD (childhood trauma), anxiety, grief & loss, and stress-related conditions. My approach integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, ego-state therapy, EMDR, and somatic therapy to support deep healing. In a safe and supportive space, I help clients not only process past experiences but also reconnect with their strengths, clarify their values, and create a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
I'm Dr. Sherise Prince and I specialize in treating trauma, complex PTSD (childhood trauma), anxiety, grief & loss, and stress-related conditions. My approach integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, ego-state therapy, EMDR, and somatic therapy to support deep healing. In a safe and supportive space, I help clients not only process past experiences but also reconnect with their strengths, clarify their values, and create a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
My Santa Monica-based practice offers customized, personalized, in-person psychological services to adults of all ages who are experiencing mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, trauma, insomnia, relationship concerns, or other struggles that are interfering in their ability to feel fully alive and satisfied. Note: As of October 2025, sliding scale therapy slots are now available via my Psychological Associate, Leticia Berg, MA. Our focus is on providing weekly, in-person individual therapy as well as referrals to other services as needed.
My Santa Monica-based practice offers customized, personalized, in-person psychological services to adults of all ages who are experiencing mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, trauma, insomnia, relationship concerns, or other struggles that are interfering in their ability to feel fully alive and satisfied. Note: As of October 2025, sliding scale therapy slots are now available via my Psychological Associate, Leticia Berg, MA. Our focus is on providing weekly, in-person individual therapy as well as referrals to other services as needed.
You may be afraid that your pain, loneliness, or turmoil will never end. I can help relieve troublesome problems such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and relationships with chronic conflict or painful distance. You may have tried therapy in the past, hoping that your life would improve. Maybe it helped, but eventually, you found yourself right back where you were feeling even more despair. If you’re stuck and discouraged, I want you to know that there is a way out. You might doubt that you can have a more peaceful and fulfilling life. However, the deep healing system I offer is highly effective. All you have to do is give it a try.
You may be afraid that your pain, loneliness, or turmoil will never end. I can help relieve troublesome problems such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and relationships with chronic conflict or painful distance. You may have tried therapy in the past, hoping that your life would improve. Maybe it helped, but eventually, you found yourself right back where you were feeling even more despair. If you’re stuck and discouraged, I want you to know that there is a way out. You might doubt that you can have a more peaceful and fulfilling life. However, the deep healing system I offer is highly effective. All you have to do is give it a try.
No matter who you are, modern life requires that you juggle many roles and responsibilities, in limited amounts of time. Feeling like you're constantly behind and trying to catch up contributes to feelings of anxiety, which left unchecked can turn into depression and unhealthy patterns of coping. I help clients take control of their emotional lives by setting boundaries and discovering their inner strength to make new choices. My goal is to replace feelings of abandonment, anger, loneliness, and loss with hope.
No matter who you are, modern life requires that you juggle many roles and responsibilities, in limited amounts of time. Feeling like you're constantly behind and trying to catch up contributes to feelings of anxiety, which left unchecked can turn into depression and unhealthy patterns of coping. I help clients take control of their emotional lives by setting boundaries and discovering their inner strength to make new choices. My goal is to replace feelings of abandonment, anger, loneliness, and loss with hope.
Feeling stuck in familiar self defeating patterns? I can help uncover unconscious behaviors that keep you anxious and depressed. Through active listening, and interactive exercises my direct approach helps you encounter hidden parts of yourself, enabling you to integrate these into one whole, thriving person with much greater capacity to live and love completely. With an extensive background in Western Psychology and Eastern practices I treat the whole person which leads to deeper awareness, changes in behavior and more satisfying relationships. Nothing changes if you don't take action. The journey begins with you.
Feeling stuck in familiar self defeating patterns? I can help uncover unconscious behaviors that keep you anxious and depressed. Through active listening, and interactive exercises my direct approach helps you encounter hidden parts of yourself, enabling you to integrate these into one whole, thriving person with much greater capacity to live and love completely. With an extensive background in Western Psychology and Eastern practices I treat the whole person which leads to deeper awareness, changes in behavior and more satisfying relationships. Nothing changes if you don't take action. The journey begins with you.
Are you struggling to confidently engage in your life and relationships because of anxiety or a negative internal voice? My approach is kind, curious, and collaborative as we explore how you got here and identify the steps needed to make empowered changes in your life. We will challenge outdated belief systems and shift behavioral patterns that are negatively impacting your confidence and self-worth. I create a safe and trusting space to process and heal from past traumas, and to work through difficult relational dynamics. I'll be your compassionate and supportive guide as you build an independent and more meaningful life.
Are you struggling to confidently engage in your life and relationships because of anxiety or a negative internal voice? My approach is kind, curious, and collaborative as we explore how you got here and identify the steps needed to make empowered changes in your life. We will challenge outdated belief systems and shift behavioral patterns that are negatively impacting your confidence and self-worth. I create a safe and trusting space to process and heal from past traumas, and to work through difficult relational dynamics. I'll be your compassionate and supportive guide as you build an independent and more meaningful life.
Your relationship is wonderful in so many ways—shared values, aligned goals, and mutual support. Yet, when it comes to intimacy, things feel out of sync. Sex has become a source of disconnection, leaving you both frustrated and distant. Deep down, you long for more than just better sex; you crave a deeper, more meaningful connection. Instead, intimacy feels like a chore, and every attempt only highlights the gap. You may even find yourself questioning if the issue lies with you, wondering if a change in appearance or behavior might help. Beneath it all, there’s a fear: is this a sign of something deeper?
Your relationship is wonderful in so many ways—shared values, aligned goals, and mutual support. Yet, when it comes to intimacy, things feel out of sync. Sex has become a source of disconnection, leaving you both frustrated and distant. Deep down, you long for more than just better sex; you crave a deeper, more meaningful connection. Instead, intimacy feels like a chore, and every attempt only highlights the gap. You may even find yourself questioning if the issue lies with you, wondering if a change in appearance or behavior might help. Beneath it all, there’s a fear: is this a sign of something deeper?
What if they don’t like me? Living with the constant pressure to please everyone can feel overwhelming and exhausting. Your inner critic is relentless, feeding a persistent fear of making a mistake. As a perfectionist, the need to get everything right all the time can be debilitating. Even after trying to change, you still find yourself chasing approval and struggling to set healthy boundaries. But there is another way - a way to let go of the burden of other’s expectations and begin trusting yourself instead.
What if they don’t like me? Living with the constant pressure to please everyone can feel overwhelming and exhausting. Your inner critic is relentless, feeding a persistent fear of making a mistake. As a perfectionist, the need to get everything right all the time can be debilitating. Even after trying to change, you still find yourself chasing approval and struggling to set healthy boundaries. But there is another way - a way to let go of the burden of other’s expectations and begin trusting yourself instead.
If you have been emotionally abused by a narcissistic, parent, spouse, or a loved one, you may feel unheard, unseen, and lost in the chaos of their needs. Narcissistic family dynamics, Mirror, the dysfunction of alcoholic families, leaving you anxious, self doubting and struggling with self worth.
If you have been emotionally abused by a narcissistic, parent, spouse, or a loved one, you may feel unheard, unseen, and lost in the chaos of their needs. Narcissistic family dynamics, Mirror, the dysfunction of alcoholic families, leaving you anxious, self doubting and struggling with self worth.
The therapeutic process has the ability to transform. I am living proof of this. At my lowest point, I was anxious, depressed, suicidal, and trapped in addictions. With the help of a skilled therapist, I was able to come out of this darkness - inspiring me to leave the business world in order to help others who are suffering. I believe that everyone deserves a fighting chance to overcome trauma and abuse and live a rich, full, and satisfying life. I believe that we can change and grow at any time in our lives. I believe in the beauty, resiliency, and strength of the human spirit. I believe that we are all worthy and capable of love.
The therapeutic process has the ability to transform. I am living proof of this. At my lowest point, I was anxious, depressed, suicidal, and trapped in addictions. With the help of a skilled therapist, I was able to come out of this darkness - inspiring me to leave the business world in order to help others who are suffering. I believe that everyone deserves a fighting chance to overcome trauma and abuse and live a rich, full, and satisfying life. I believe that we can change and grow at any time in our lives. I believe in the beauty, resiliency, and strength of the human spirit. I believe that we are all worthy and capable of love.
Get relief from pain and find meaning! I grew up in Los Angeles participating in teams sports and musical groups, which made me curious about relationships. This curiosity about relationships continues to inform my approach to psychotherapy. I believe that much emotional pain stems from difficulties in developing or maintaining fulfilling relationships. Therefore, I examine one's relational dynamics, ways of relating, and impact on others. I openly explore clients' feelings toward me, encouraging individuals to experience authenticity with others, and ultimately, with themselves.
Get relief from pain and find meaning! I grew up in Los Angeles participating in teams sports and musical groups, which made me curious about relationships. This curiosity about relationships continues to inform my approach to psychotherapy. I believe that much emotional pain stems from difficulties in developing or maintaining fulfilling relationships. Therefore, I examine one's relational dynamics, ways of relating, and impact on others. I openly explore clients' feelings toward me, encouraging individuals to experience authenticity with others, and ultimately, with themselves.
I have been working as a Psychologist in private practice for more than 20 years. In addition I am a supervisor at a large medical center working with clients with varying mental health issues. I work best with adults, couples and teens who are experiencing some difficulty in their lives and have not been able to address it on their own. This often manifests as unhappiness, anxiety, relationship problems, anger, depression or even substance abuse. I enjoy working with someone to uncover the obstacles that keep them stuck and to facilitate what they may need to continue moving forward in their life.
I have been working as a Psychologist in private practice for more than 20 years. In addition I am a supervisor at a large medical center working with clients with varying mental health issues. I work best with adults, couples and teens who are experiencing some difficulty in their lives and have not been able to address it on their own. This often manifests as unhappiness, anxiety, relationship problems, anger, depression or even substance abuse. I enjoy working with someone to uncover the obstacles that keep them stuck and to facilitate what they may need to continue moving forward in their life.
The clients that feel best served by my care are clients who are either motivated for, or contemplating, change in their life. These clients are curious about their personal patterns of behavior, exploring their past and present experiences, and are striving for a deeply fulfilling life. I serve clients who are experiencing the impact of trauma, depression and/or anxiety, identity changes (marriage, divorce, sobriety, parenthood, graduation, etc.), grief and loss, and perinatal mood disorders (perinatal anxiety and/or depression).
The clients that feel best served by my care are clients who are either motivated for, or contemplating, change in their life. These clients are curious about their personal patterns of behavior, exploring their past and present experiences, and are striving for a deeply fulfilling life. I serve clients who are experiencing the impact of trauma, depression and/or anxiety, identity changes (marriage, divorce, sobriety, parenthood, graduation, etc.), grief and loss, and perinatal mood disorders (perinatal anxiety and/or depression).
Often times, feelings of anxiety, depression, and fear can leave us paralyzed and unable to achieve our goals and find real fulfillment. I believe that through therapy and the relationship created in the therapeutic process, people can confront and overcome the feelings that may be keeping them from fully realizing their potential. As a therapist my goal is to create a safe, nurturing, non-judgmental environment in which you can explore feelings, resolve painful issues from the past and present, improve relationships and achieve fulfillment.
Often times, feelings of anxiety, depression, and fear can leave us paralyzed and unable to achieve our goals and find real fulfillment. I believe that through therapy and the relationship created in the therapeutic process, people can confront and overcome the feelings that may be keeping them from fully realizing their potential. As a therapist my goal is to create a safe, nurturing, non-judgmental environment in which you can explore feelings, resolve painful issues from the past and present, improve relationships and achieve fulfillment.
Do you have trouble managing your anger? Have you been told by loved ones, coworkers, or friends that you have trouble managing your anger? Are you looking for someone who hears you with an impartial ear? I specialize in helping clients manage anger, adapting to a life of responding rather than reacting. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to help clients adapt successful coping strategies. I also work with clients who have a history of childhood trauma, and as well provide couples counseling and see many clients who are struggling with depression and anxiety.
Do you have trouble managing your anger? Have you been told by loved ones, coworkers, or friends that you have trouble managing your anger? Are you looking for someone who hears you with an impartial ear? I specialize in helping clients manage anger, adapting to a life of responding rather than reacting. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to help clients adapt successful coping strategies. I also work with clients who have a history of childhood trauma, and as well provide couples counseling and see many clients who are struggling with depression and anxiety.
The process of therapy is one of self exploration and self discovery. Many of my clients seek therapy during life transitions or when experiencing relationship challenges. Some suffer from lack of self confidence, or are plagued by anxiety without an understanding of its cause. Through our work together I help people gain insight and understanding about the problems they’re encountering and become aware of unhelpful patterns they may be repeating. As a result of gaining new perspectives and understanding their emotional landscape on a deeper level, my clients often experience life in a more rich and meaningful way.
The process of therapy is one of self exploration and self discovery. Many of my clients seek therapy during life transitions or when experiencing relationship challenges. Some suffer from lack of self confidence, or are plagued by anxiety without an understanding of its cause. Through our work together I help people gain insight and understanding about the problems they’re encountering and become aware of unhelpful patterns they may be repeating. As a result of gaining new perspectives and understanding their emotional landscape on a deeper level, my clients often experience life in a more rich and meaningful way.
Life keeps rolling on whether we experience depression, anxiety, grief, loss, or conflicts with your loved ones. Getting yourself unstuck can be quite frustrating. For some, the challenge can create feelings of despair and hopelessness. But you can create a life that’s meaningful. Together we will collaborate on building on your existing strengths and create a new, purposeful, and worthwhile future.
Life keeps rolling on whether we experience depression, anxiety, grief, loss, or conflicts with your loved ones. Getting yourself unstuck can be quite frustrating. For some, the challenge can create feelings of despair and hopelessness. But you can create a life that’s meaningful. Together we will collaborate on building on your existing strengths and create a new, purposeful, and worthwhile future.
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