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 doing therapy, I'm hanging out with my family, traveling as much as I can, 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 and love watching movies and streaming tv!
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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
Emotion Focused Therapy Core Skills (in progress until February 2026)
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, EMDR Therapy (January, 2026)
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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