About Me

Welcome to my therapy practice! My name is Elizabeth Sockolov, and I am excited to work with you. I know that it can be hard to reach out for help, so I appreciate that you are taking the first step by researching therapists.

If you are thinking about working with me, you probably want to know a little more about who I am. So who am I? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #120739 and I love working with people in order to help them reduce stress and achieve their goals.

My journey as a therapist started seven years ago when I got into recovery from addiction. Through that experience I learned first hand what it is like to struggle with something and make it to the other side. After a couple of years, it became clear to me that I wanted to work with people and try to help them make it through their difficulties too.

I started by leading meditation groups at treatment centers for people who were struggling with addiction. Meditation was something that helped me in my recovery, so I was excited to share it with others. At this time I was also asked speak at high schools and shelters about my journey with mental health.

Immediately, I feel in love with this work and I wanted to continue it. I decided that in order to do that I was probably going to need some credentials! In 2016 I completed my bachelor’s degree in psychology from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, where I graduated Summa Cum Laude with honors in psychology (so proud). Next I completed my Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling at Sonoma State University. I then completed an EMDR certification program to offer online EMDR therapy.

My therapy practice is all about empowering you to communicate better, feel less anxious, and behave in less harmful ways. My top priority is not to give advice, but to help you figure out how to do all those things yourself!

About Me

I graduated with my Master’s degree from the University of San Diego in 2004. For nearly ten years, I worked in hospital settings both as a clinician and as a lead therapist. I worked with individuals in times of crisis, those struggling with drug and alcohol abuse, and many other people in need of counseling. I supervised licensed and pre-licensed mental health clinicians including therapists and case managers.

I continued my work in the addiction treatment field at a residential treatment program for adolescent boys in the juvenile justice system. I was part of a team that developed and managed care for boys, integrating individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy. 

In 2019, I was able to focus on my passion for holistic therapy. I began working at a holistic treatment facility for women. I worked to help foster post traumatic growth and freedom from addictive behaviors through individual and group counseling.

I began my private practice with the hope of being able to see people who I feel are truly a good fit for me. I work with the whole person so that we can help you heal mind, body, and spirit. I can help you integrate psychedelic experiences and find alternative ways to cope with stress and low mood. 

With two decades of experience as a clinician, I love my work and the opportunity to play a role in the growth of each and every individual I see. Finding the right therapist can make all the difference, and it is my goal to be as supportive as possible during your journey.

It’s a great honor to provide community for those who feel alone. Together we get the body to move toward success so the mind can follow.

Licenses & Credentials:

California Board of Behavioral Sciences LMFT 44872 / 2007

Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses LMFT 10308 / 2024

Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council LMFT 202741 / 2016

Masters in Arts from University of San Diego, Graduated 2004

About Me

I turned to a sober lifestyle at 17 years old, September 2010. I was sober my senior year in high school, and was able to turn my life around to graduate from high school on time, and become involved in the studies of psychology and mental health treatment in college. When newly sober I found my connection with young, sober people to be of most importance to maintaining stability, along with learning how to have fun in sobriety. 

This motivated me to become involved in treatment of adolescence and young adults. I have personal experience and knowledge of both twelve step, and non twelve step recovery based programs and support groups.

Recently I’ve been focused on mental health treatment through Life Coaching and Counseling, assisting people’s progress in school, employment, legal and financial difficulties along with education and assistance with substance abuse, and family dynamics. 

It’s a great honor to provide community for those who feel alone. Together we get the body to move toward success so the mind can follow.

Credentials 

Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor Level III Bii00380920

Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor II 21680

About Me