Phoebe Livanis

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and trauma-informed somatic therapist specializing in PTSD and Complex PTSD (C-PTSD). I hold a degree in Social Work, and my work is grounded in a trauma-informed lens that recognizes how lived experiences shape both the mind and the nervous system. I integrate somatic approaches to help clients develop greater body awareness, emotional regulation, and a deeper sense of internal safety.

I have experience working with individuals navigating trauma, complex trauma, and substance use recovery. I understand that many coping strategies once served as protection, and healing often begins with compassion rather than judgment. My goal is to create a supportive, collaborative space where clients feel respected, empowered, and safe to explore their experiences.

My approach is strengths-based and client-centered. I meet clients where they are while also gently challenging them to grow beyond patterns that may no longer serve them. I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel both supported and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Clients often describe my style as grounded, compassionate, and direct. Therapy with me is not about “fixing” you — it’s about helping you reconnect with your resilience, process what feels stuck, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and self-trust.