Hello!
I'm Olivia LaMothe, Marriage & Family Therapist, Intern
​As the owner of Transcend Counseling, PLLC, I'm pursuing my dream of using my professional, educational and life experience to help people and work for myself!
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I became a therapist because, honestly... life was hitting hard and I needed to equip myself personally, while pursuing my next steps professionally. I got my start in the helping profession working in ministry, but even before that I had a strong interest in how things work, especially people, so a Bachelor's degree in Psychology made sense. I worked in corporate administrative, marketing and development roles for several years, got married and had a couple kids, just as it was becoming clear that I wanted to do something that had more meaning behind it. I returned to school in 2012, and completed my master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. It's been one of my best decisions. I truly love what I do!
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Now, while I'm not designing my website or conducting a therapy session, I'm hanging out with my family, eating good food and getting time outside. As a native Los Angeles resident, I love the Las Vegas Spring and Fall months, when the temperature is 60's and sunny. These are the days when I can be found reading in my backyard or taking my dog for a walk. I'm a homebody too though. I love watching movies and streaming television! I also love traveling and seeing new places.
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My professional life and experience
As a student intern I worked with children in the school setting and facilitated outpatient therapy and support groups with victims of domestic violence. In private practice settings, I have worked with teenagers, adults, couples and families, dealing with trauma, stress, anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, self-esteem issues, eating disorders, adjustment issues, PTSD, conflict, relationship issues and more.
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My approach to therapy is trauma informed, relational and collaborative. The specific modalities I use include Emotion Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parts & Memory Therapy and EMDR. At some point in our sessions, we will likely tie in attachment science, neurobiology and somatic interventions.
Trainings
​Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, EMDR Therapy (Consultation in Progress, January 2025)
Parts & Memory Therapy, Level I & II (March, 2025)
Externship in Emotion Focused Therapy (June 2024)
Complex Treatment of Trauma, Level I & II
Gottman Method for Couples, Level I (August 2022)
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