About

My name is Nadja Schlabitz Catano and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in complex trauma, infidelity, and recovery, using Psychodynamic Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and EMDR to help my clients increase their mindfulness, integrate their experiences, and feel better. My approach Depending on the individual needs of the clients I work with, I use Psychodynamic Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy ability to increase the client's self-awareness and ability to self-regulate and make informed choices. I also utilize Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), and 8-phase trauma treatment, to assist clients in "digesting" traumatic experiences and move forward. My focus I work with people who have had challenging or traumatic childhoods, and are often stuck in dysfunctional relational and problem-solving cycles with minimal support. I work to improve my clients' ways of dealing with unresolved betrayal trauma and childhood abuse, increase their stabilization and self-regulation skills, and make the most of their highly resilient and creative persistence in getting through life. My communication style My communication style is calm, straightforward, personable, and gentle. I work at accepting clients where they are, without judgment. My journey to mental healthcare I have always been a good listener and fascinated with people's stories. My work as a volunteer mother-to-mother community breastfeeding counselor has improved my communication skills and awareness of personal biases, individuality, and early mother-baby attachment. My experiences in 12-Step recovery and work with betrayed spouses have increased my learning on boundaries, addictive coping, and dysfunctional perceptions. I enjoy assisting people grow and develop into their full capacity. My goals for you My approach to setting goals with clients starts by exploring