online trauma therapy in Hermosa Beach + All of California

From overthinking to action.

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Hi, I’m Tori!

You’ve landed here because you’re unsure of your next steps.

It can feel overwhelming to sit with uncomfortable emotions or painful memories, especially when so few of us were ever taught how to do that safely. You’re not meant to go through this alone. I’m here to support you every step of the way. This is the work I feel deeply honored to be a part of.

I see you. I’m here to help you:

  • Understand the roots of the patterns you find yourself repeating, especially the ones that once helped you survive

  • Use curiosity and self-compassion to gently shift those patterns and create new, more supportive ones

  • Practice nervous system regulation tools that can ground you during moments of unease, uncertainty, or overwhelm

  • Build your tolerance for discomfort so you can move through hard conversations and advocate for your needs with clarity

  • Reconnect with your body so your thoughts, emotions, and actions can move in greater alignment

This work is not just about symptom relief- it’s about reclaiming your wholeness in a world that so often asks you to disconnect from it.

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A bit about me:

Outside of the office my favorite things to do are to foster dogs (I’ve had 11 so far), take road trips up and down the coast in my Volkswagen Westfalia, scuba dive, and work on ceramics projects.

My Approach

I will work with you in a way that will not only facilitate emotional healing, but will allow you to feel more connected to your body.

Somatic psychotherapy is especially helpful if you've experienced trauma and noticed it showing up physically, think migraines, chronic pain, or digestion issues that never quite have a clear explanation. Pairing this with traditional talk therapy tends to be a powerful combo if you're navigating anxiety, depression, perfectionism, people pleasing patterns, or that constant struggle to set boundaries between work and everything else. At its core, this work is about helping your body feel safe and calm again, because when your nervous system feels steady, your life tends to follow. With that foundation of regulation and safety in place, my goal is to help you feel confident, clear, and genuinely excited about the life you're building.

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My Values

Compassion

There is no topic that is off the table or “too much” for therapy. The parts of you that you feel embarrassed by or ashamed of will be treated with kindness, compassion, and respect. Your body and mind are always trying to work for you, not against you.

Collaboration

The relationship you have with your therapist is proven to be the most important factor in the outcome of therapy. I take this relationship very seriously, and while I may help guide the way, you are the expert of you life.

Integrity

My professional morals and ethics are the core of my practice. Your confidentiality, privacy, safety, and trust are always held in the highest regard. I’m committed to creating a space where your full identity is honored, protected, and respected.

Curiosity

I believe curiosity is the antidote to shame, anxiety, and despair. Curiosity gives us a neutral window to look at our experiences through and helps to build a new relationship with ourselves.

Therapy with me may be right for you if…

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You want therapy that understands the nervous system, anxiety, and burnout without pathologizing your drive, ambition, or intelligence.

You struggle to slow down, rest, or step away from responsibility without guilt, even when you’re exhausted or burned out.

You’ve built your life around excellence and achievement, yet perfectionism and overthinking are starting to cost you sleep, peace of mind, or relationships.

You overfunction in work and relationships- anticipating needs, solving problems, and holding everything together, while quietly feeling depleted.

You’re known for being reliable, self-sufficient, and competent, but rarely feel supported or emotionally taken care of yourself.

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How I Can Help

  • People Pleasers

    You grew up in a family where there wasn’t much room to talk about feelings. Because you weren’t shown how to set boundaries or have honest conversations, you find it difficult to be honest or say ‘no’ as an adult.

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  • Somatic Therapy

    Somatic therapy is a “bottom-up“ approach that can help you process and move through trauma by focusing on physical sensations and breath to re-wire neural pathways and regulate your nervous system.

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  • Highly Sensitive People

    You process information deeply and are often more attuned to the emotions and needs of others. You may feel overstimulated in busy environments or feel easily irritated by sensory experiences.

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  • Anxiety

    Anxiety can manifest as racing thoughts, over-thinking, and constant self-doubt. It can also show up through somatic sensations like stomach aches, migraines, and high heart rate.

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  • Over-Achievers

    Feeling ‘content’ with where you’re at is an unfamiliar concept. You were taught that if you’re not grinding, you’re lazy. You don’t want to lose your work ethic but you wonder when you’ll finally find ease.

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Education

  • University Of California, Santa Barbara.

    Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Applied Psychology

  • University of Southern California.

    Master of Social Work Degree with a Concentration in Adults, Mental Health, and Wellness

Trainings

  • EMDR Parts I and II

  • Brainspotting I and II

My talk therapy work is informed by the principles of both EMDR and Brainspotting. Both of these modalities are somatic practices rooted in a bottom-up nervous system regulating approach to healing.

California Licensure

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker 104872

Testimonials

  • Tori is a caring and understanding therapist who provides a warm supportive environment to her clients.

    Tori is a caring and understanding therapist who provides a warm supportive environment to her clients.

  • I have known Tori for many years and she is dedicated and compassionate towards her clients.

    She provides a safe space for clients to open up and gain a deeper understanding of themselves. I highly recommend her!

  • Victoria is an incredibly skilled and healing focused therapist.

    She works with an individuals whole self and empowers her clients to feel safe, grounded and strengthened. Whether you're coming in for anxiety, trauma or life transitions I would highly recommend to give Victoria a call!

Ready to get started?

I’m here to walk you through the process - It’s easier than you think! We’ll schedule a 20 minute phone call to make sure we’re a good fit, you’ll fill out your intake forms, and we’ll start meeting weekly!

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