Elaine Skoulas,MA, LMFT

Elaine Skoulas,MA, LMFT

Telehealth Available
Professions: Marriage & Family Therapist
License Status: I'm a licensed professional.
Primary Credential: LMFT
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. 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 power of therapy and that real change can happen at any stage in life. When you are met with support, compassion, and attunement, old wounds can begin to heal. I always invite honoring the authentic self, even when life gets messy and feelings are painful.

I know the value of providing a warm and inviting space where you feel seen and heard. Therapy can be that safe space for you to explore what you've been holding inside, especially if it can be hard for you to open up. So often in life and relationships, people are not receiving the validation that all humans need. You will be able to know and to feel that I am on your side and here for you. I view this as a collaborative process, and I am committed to partnering with you to achieve your goals and empower you to live your best life.

My philosophy with therapy is that people are not their diagnoses or traumas. People need perspective, compassion, kindness, and depth they often don't receive in their daily lives. Therapy can help from the start to provide some of those unmet needs. Therapy can be hard work at times and is also one of the best gifts you can give yourself.

People and their stories are complex, and there is no one mold that fits all. Clients who get the most out of therapy with me are often motivated, curious, and sensitive individuals who have a strong desire to work on their personal growth. I use a very individualized approach to best support your needs.

More Info About My Practice

I am currently providing virtual therapy through a confidential and secure platform. Teletherapy can be more accessible, convenient, and comfortable from your own home.

I am trained in Eye Movement Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Somatic EMDR, and Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT). I use a fluid blend of approaches including psychodynamic and narrative therapies, somatic therapy, and mindfulness for holistic healing.

Important Factors for Choosing a Therapist

Listen to your instinct - you are the expert of your own life. An important part of therapeutic work can be to continue to strengthen your inner knowingness. Consider your needs and whether you feel comfortable being vulnerable with a potential therapist. While credentials and training are important, I believe that the transformative power of therapy lies within the therapeutic relationship. Feel free to reach out for a free consultation and see if I could be the right fit for you.

Services I Provide

Ages I Work With

  • Adults
  • Elders

Languages

  • English

Groups I Work With

    I often work with highly sensitive individuals (HSPs), creatives, and those in the helping professions. The people who tend to resonate with my approach often have deep empathy and identify as natural caregivers. These traits are strengths and can also result in stress, burnout, and unmet personal needs. In therapy, we focus on practicing self-care and setting boundaries to help you live more in alignment with your own wants, needs, and values.

    I work with people who live with the effects of trauma including high levels of anxiety and challenges with feelings of self-worth. I use Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) to facilitate the reprocessing of traumatic memories and negative beliefs, offering relief from distressing triggers.

    I work with individuals coping with chronic pain through Pain Reprocessing Therapy, which fosters a mind-body connection to alleviate mindbody or primary pain. This approach aims to transform the relationship with pain and decrease the associated fear and anxiety often present in cases of chronic pain and illness. My support extends across various life domains, including career, finances, relationships, family dynamics, social interactions, and self-esteem for those managing chronic pain, illness, and physical disabilities.

    I work with individuals contending with alcohol or substance use, misuse, and dependence. Knowing how powerful the effects of addiction can be, we discuss a thorough assessment to better understand your current needs whether that means more treatment support or a harm-reduction approach. I always meet you where you are at in your own process.

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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