Personal Statement

I help people heal from trauma and ex-cult experiences. I see veterans through The Headstrong Project. In addition, I offer coaching and counseling support for those who utilize psychedelic medicine for healing. I am certified as a Psychedelic specialist via Psychedelic Today's Vital progam. Whether you are considering a journey or need to process a past "bad trip", I can help you get the most out of your journey. I do not provide substances for this work.

My wellness-focused approach is best suited for those who are ready to engage in deeper work. Developing increased self-compassion, radical acceptance and understanding about how we use self-blame to survive can help you move beyond the effects of trauma. Are you ready to commit your time, energy and resources to your well-being? You are worth this investment!

I care about "what happened to you" and I strive to provide a supportive space for you to share your concerns. Effective work can result in your improved ability to function and to pursue your best life. I offer acceptance without judgment, practical tools, constructive education and a conviction that you are capable! I have facilitated healing in many settings: military and civilian substance abuse treatment (adults and teens), in-home therapy, crisis center, inpatient trauma treatment, outpatient group treatment and private practice.

For over 25 years experience I have been helping others find self-compassion and joy for life. I am fully trained to use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), SoulCollage®, Trauma-Informed Cognitive Work, Somatic Awareness Exercises and many more modalities. All these tools are important and useful, but what is most important is the therapeutic relationship that develops.

Additional appointment times are available

PLEASE BE AWARE: I SEE INSURANCE CLIENTS VIA ALMA HEALTH (NOT FOR PSYCHEDELIC COACHING) AND ALL SESSIONS ARE ONLINE AT THIS TIME

Client Focus (Age)

  • Adults

Therapy Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Borderline Personality
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Life Coaching
  • Men's Issues
  • Multicultural Issues
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues

Treatment Orientation

  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
  • Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)
  • Expressive Arts
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness Based Approaches
  • Person Centered/Rogerian
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused

Modality

  • Individuals
  • Group

Years in Practice

20+ years

Payments Accepted

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Online Profiles

Facebook

Licenses

License Name License State Year
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) 28318 CA 2012
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) 0904015937 VA 2023
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) TPSW1486 FL 2022
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) 09928093 CO 2022

Publications

Title Publication Year
So, What Happened to You Book: Introduction to Trauma-Informed Theory and Practice for Survivors & Healers 2021

Education

School Degree Major Year
University of Iowa MSWSocial Work2001

Languages

  • English

Office Address


TraumaRevolution Psychedelic Integration Guidance

TraumaRevolution Psychedelic Integration Guidance

Fallbrook, California 92028

Website: cathysharris.com

Hours Of Operation

Monday Closed
Tuesday 10:00AM-6:00PM
Wednesday 10:00AM-6:00PM
Thursday 10:00AM-6:00PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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