Founded by Psychiatrists
Marlena Coelho Sousae
LPCC
Accepts Insurance
Adjustment Disorder
Anxiety
Attachment Disorder
+30 more
I earned my Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Redlands in 2016 and bring specialized training in EMDR, ACT, CBT, and DBT to my work with adults who feel stuck or disconnected from themselves. Whether you're facing burnout from being the reliable one, shame from past trauma, or the quiet grief of major life transitions, I offer a steady, thoughtful presence as we explore what’s beneath the surface. Sessions focus on building resilience, restoring a sense of safety, and empowering you to reclaim your life. My goal is to help you gain insight, develop practical tools, and foster lasting healing. In our sessions, you can expect a safe, nonjudgmental, and trauma-informed space where your experiences are met with compassion, respect, and evidence-based care. I tailor each session to your unique needs using various integrative approaches to help you process trauma, regulate emotions, and develop healthy coping strategies.
My Clients
Even when life looks stable on the outside, it can feel like you’re barely holding it together. You might find yourself second-guessing your worth, overwhelmed by self-criticism, or frustrated that you can’t show up in relationships the way you want to. These patterns often trace back to old pain—childhood wounds, complicated family dynamics, or experiences of betrayal and loss—that still echo in your present. It can feel exhausting to keep pushing through. But healing is possible, and you're not alone in this process. Whether you're working through acute or prolonged trauma, such as sexual assault, domestic violence, or complex interpersonal trauma, we will move at a pace that feels right for you. Sessions focus on building resilience, restoring a sense of safety, and empowering you to reclaim your life. My goal is to help you gain insight, develop practical tools, and foster lasting healing. You are not alone—together, we can navigate your path toward growth and recovery.
Serves Ages: 18+
Insurances Accepted:
- AARP Medicare Supplement Plans
- Aetna
- Aetna Commercial
- Allied Benefits - Aetna Plans
- AmeriBen
- Anthem BC UCSHIP
- Anthem BlueCross of CA
- Blue Shield of CA
- BRMS
- Cigna
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Methodologies:
- Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Approach
Headlight is founded by clinicians.
All clinicians hired by Headlight pass a rigorous screening process.Areas of Focus:
- Adjustment Disorder
- Anxiety
- Attachment Disorder
- Childhood Trauma
- Communication Skills
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorder
- Divorce/Break-up
- Domestic Violence
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Languages:
- English
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