Elaine Skoulas,MA, LMFT

Elaine Skoulas,MA, LMFT

Telehealth Available
Professions: Marriage & Family Therapist
License Status: I'm a licensed professional.
Primary Credential: LMFT
Telephone: 562-561-2816
Billing and Insurance:

I don't currently accept insurance, but I can provide documentation if clients wish to submit to an insurance company for "out of network" benefit coverage

Fees: My fee is 230 per 50 minute session. I can provide a superbill for potential reimbursement as an out-of-network provider. The percentage of reimbursement is dependent on your health insurance plan. My sliding scale spots are limited and available until filled.
Free Initial Phone Consultation
Evening Availability

Offices

Los Angeles, California 90025
San Francisco, California 94108

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My Approach to Helping

I deeply believe in the transformative power of therapy, and that real change is possible at any stage in life. Whether you’re dealing with overwhelming emotions, past trauma, or chronic pain, I am here to walk alongside you, providing the support, compassion, and attunement that allows old wounds to heal. My approach is grounded in honoring your authentic self, even when life feels messy or painful. I understand that you need a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can truly be seen and heard. From our first conversation, you will feel that I am on your side, committed to understanding your unique experiences and challenges.

Therapy is a deeply collaborative process. I’m here to partner with you, supporting your growth and empowerment as we work together to achieve your goals. I believe in the power of the mind-body connection and use somatic approaches to help you gain a deeper awareness of your nervous system and patterns. This awareness becomes a tool for healing, allowing you to feel more grounded and connected to yourself.

I also believe that people are not defined by their diagnoses or traumas. We all deserve perspective, compassion, and kindness—things that are often lacking in our day-to-day lives. Therapy is a way to meet those unmet needs and give yourself the gift of healing, even when it’s challenging. I view every person as unique, and therapy with me is deeply individualized to best support your needs. Many of the clients who resonate with my work are motivated, curious, and sensitive individuals with a strong desire to grow and heal.

More Info About My Practice

I offer virtual therapy through a secure, confidential online platform. This can make therapy more convenient and comfortable for you, and it allows us to meet from the safety and privacy of your home. My training and expertise include EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Somatic EMDR, Somatic Experiencing (SE), and Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT). I use an integrative approach to therapy, combining psychodynamic, somatic, and mindfulness-based therapies to help you heal from the inside out.

Important Factors for Choosing a Therapist

When choosing a therapist, listen to your intuition. You are the expert in your own life. Our work together is about helping you strengthen your inner knowing and supporting you to feel confident in your decisions. Trust and the therapeutic relationship are vital to the healing process. I invite you to reach out for a free consultation to see if I?m the right fit for you.

Services I Provide

Ages I Work With

  • Adults
  • Elders

Languages

  • English

Groups I Work With

    I specialize in working with highly sensitive individuals (HSPs), creatives, and people in helping professions. If you’re someone who is deeply empathetic, a natural caregiver, or someone who tends to put others’ needs first, therapy can help you reconnect with your own self-care and boundaries. These strengths are important, but they can also lead to burnout and neglect of your own needs. Together, we’ll work on setting healthy boundaries and developing a more balanced, self-compassionate way of being.

    I also work with individuals who are navigating the aftermath of trauma, including anxiety, depression, and feelings of low self-worth. Using EMDR and Somatic Experiencing, we can reprocess distressing memories and help your nervous system naturally heal from past experiences that have left you feeling stuck.

    If you’re living with chronic pain, Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) can help you transform your relationship with pain. PRT works by retraining the brain to reduce the emotional and psychological factors contributing to pain, offering relief and a renewed sense of freedom.

    For those navigating alcohol or substance use, I take a compassionate, non-judgmental approach to understanding your current relationship with substances. Whether you’re looking for recovery support, harm reduction strategies, or simply need guidance, I meet you where you are in your journey.

Industries & Communities Served

  • BIPOC
  • Education
  • Entertainment Industry
  • First Responder/Medical Professionals
  • LGBTQ+
  • Military/Law Enforcement
  • Self-Employed and Freelance Professionals

Client Concerns I Treat

  • Adjusting to Change / Life Transitions
  • Anxiety
  • Breakup
  • Career Issues
  • Caregiver Issues / Stress
  • Chronic Illness / Disability
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Disability
  • Drug and Alcohol Addiction
  • Emotional Overwhelm
  • Family of Origin Issues
  • Family Problems
  • Fear
  • Grief, Loss, and Bereavement
  • Health / Illness / Medical Issues
  • Inadequacy
  • Life Purpose / Meaning / Inner-Guidance
  • Perfectionism
  • Posttraumatic Stress / Trauma
  • Self-Care
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
  • Worry
  • Young Adult Issues
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