Patricia Gordan

Tricia Gordan, LMFT Lic# 85484, is a licensed marriage and family therapist who has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in various clinical settings for more than a decade. Because of her personal experience with a physical difference, Tricia has a uniquely empathetic way of relating to clients and helping them overcome adversity. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, life stressors, and parenting challenges. Tricia particularly enjoys sharing her knowledge about respectful parenting and supporting new parents in the many adjustments that come with welcoming new family members. Tricia's combination of professionalism and warm compassion quickly makes clients of all ages feel at ease. Education: Pepperdine University: Master of Arts, Clinical Psychology, emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. American Jewish University: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

My approach

Tricia uses a person-centered and attachment-based approach with clients. Tricia is well versed in Cognitive Behavioral as well as Acceptance Commitment therapy. Tricia is trained in EMDR Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing.

My focus

Tricia works with adult clients working through relationship challenges, including parenting, as well as anxiety, trauma, and depression.

My communication style

Tricia provides a compassionate, warm and authentic, and safe space to process thoughts and feelings as well as practice new skills.

My goals for you

Tricia collaborates on realistic, attainable goals that matter to the client.

My first session with you

Clients can expect a supportive, caring first session encompassing a personalized and well-rounded approach to building a rapport and therapeutic alliance.