Laura Gardner

When trauma, shame, or old patterns continue to shape your present, it can feel overwhelming and isolating. With EMDR and an integrative approach, we can work together to help you move through the pain and reclaim a sense of safety and possibility in your life. I am a holistic psychotherapist with 20 years of experience, licensed in California and Oregon. I specialize in supporting adults struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, sexual trauma, and complex PTSD, helping them process and transform difficult experiences into greater resilience and self-trust. My clinical work is grounded in EMDR therapy, which I integrate with psychodynamic, somatic, relational, and Gestalt approaches. In addition to individual work, I bring a holistic perspective to couples therapy. I have a particular strength in helping couples navigate differences around finances, family expectations, desire, and religious or cultural identity. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, creating a safe space where both partners feel understood and empowered to reconnect in meaningful ways. Alongside my therapy practice, I offer weekly supervision for pre-licensed therapists already in a placement, as well as consultation for licensed clinicians seeking guidance with complex cases or advanced case conceptualization. My practice is primarily remote in the East Bay, with limited in-person sessions available one day a week in Emeryville. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone. If you’re seeking support for yourself, your relationship, or your growth as a clinician, I welcome the opportunity to connect.