Elisabeth Abbott, MA, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
California License #53617
So glad you’re here! I’m Elisabeth (she/her).
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist: a master's-level psychotherapist who works with adults and teens who are dealing with mental health issues, relationships, or life transitions.
Before becoming a psychotherapist, I was a SAG-AFTRA actress and a writer/editor. I’m also a parent, a partner, and a daughter.
BS, Northwestern University
MA, Pacific Oaks College
Specialty Training and Research
Somatic Experiencing for trauma resolution
Maternal Mental Health - Postpartum Support International and Maternal Mental Health Now
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) - Kimberley Quinlan, LMFT/CBTSchool
Certified Grief Facilitator - Glendale Adventist Hospital
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
The Body Says What Words Cannot: Trauma and Body Image - Master's Thesis, Pacific Oaks College
Some of my values
01
Compassion
I’ll listen with empathy and provide compassion and support. But more importantly, I can help you cultivate self-compassion. Self-compassion isn’t giving yourself a pass; it’s a practice of accepting your human-ness and giving yourself grace as you learn, grow, and change.
02
Curiosity
Yes, I’m curious about all aspects of what it’s like to be you—but I also want to spark your curiosity about you. Your thoughts, feelings, body sensations, beliefs, and behavior patterns all tell a story. When we get curious about these stories, we can rewrite them — or create new ones.
03
Advocacy
Trauma-informed care means nothing if it doesn’t also include activism and advocacy for/with those who have been harmed by oppressive and violent systems. I also help clients to advocate for themselves and enlist support when needed.
