Elizabeth Kotkin

Welcome to my therapy practice. If you are anxious and feeling overwhelmed, therapy can help you find relief. If it is hard to say no and you are exhausted from taking care of everyone but yourself, my approach will help you to set healthy boundaries. Are you feeling stuck? Therapy can reduce feelings of depression and low self-worth. Are you feeling hurt by narcissistic abuse or alcoholism and drug abuse in the family? Together we will heal the pain of your inner child.

My goal is to help you to achieve a better sense of fulfillment and serenity.

My approach addresses challenges with grief and loss, relationships, substance use and codependency. With my more than 35 years of experience, I am confident that we will find a way to help you to achieve a better sense of fulfillment and serenity.

I am a licensed MFT in California with years of experience directing programs, training therapists and supporting adults in their recovery. I have weekend appointments!

I tailor my work to your unique journey. I create a supportive environment where you can explore your experiences, build resilience, and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth.

My therapeutic approaches are evidenced-based, including CBT, motivational interviewing, inner child work, trauma-informed and strength-based interventions. I am particularly skilled in supporting you through midlife challenges, healing from past traumas and addressing codependency and substance use recovery.

After the first session, my clients report feeling relief at being heard with empathy and respect. You can expect to have a clear idea of the road ahead and how to achieve your therapeutic goals. I aim to help you understand yourself more deeply, overcome obstacles, and move toward a more fulfilling life.