Seth Gold

I was born and raised in the Los Angeles area, where a lifelong curiosity about people and ideas led me to study Rhetoric and Philosophy at UC Berkeley. After graduating, I spent ten meaningful years teaching special education—a role that deepened my love for education, empathy, and service.

My path then shifted toward the world of recovery and mental health. I became a substance use counselor and soon realized how deeply I wanted to support clients in exploring the emotional and psychological roots of their experiences. That passion guided me back to school, where I earned my MSW from Cal State LA.

Since 2019, I’ve been dedicated to helping individuals navigate both mental health and addiction challenges, blending compassion, insight, and creativity to foster healing, growth, and meaningful change.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with a focus on person-centered, trauma-informed care. I provide psychotherapy to adolescents, adults, and older adults experiencing a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, life transitions, and identity exploration.

My clinical approach is integrative, drawing from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, mindfulness-based interventions, and strengths-based models. I also incorporate art therapy and creative expression when appropriate, particularly for clients processing trauma or seeking alternative forms of communication.

I have experience in special education settings and addiction and recovery services, and I prioritize a supportive, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment. My goal is to help clients build insight, resilience, and the tools necessary to achieve their personal goals and improve overall functioning and quality of life.

Therapy is a collaborative process, and I invite clients to take an active role in shaping their treatment. I welcome the opportunity to support you in creating meaningful change.

My approach to therapy is person-centered, trauma-informed, and rooted in compassion, creativity, and collaboration. I specialize in working with individuals navigating addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, helping them rediscover their resilience and sense of purpose.

I see myself as both an advocate and a servant—someone who provides care, structure, and support while empowering you to take the lead in your healing journey. Together, we’ll create a therapeutic space that feels safe, genuine, and attuned to your unique story.

My clinical style is integrative, drawing from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, mindfulness-based practices, and strengths-based approaches. I also weave in art therapy and creative expression as vital pathways for healing—especially when words aren’t enough. Through the use of art, imagery, and imagination, clients can explore emotions, process trauma, and access parts of themselves that may have felt out of reach.

Creativity is at the heart of transformation. Whether through conversation, reflection, or art-making, therapy becomes a space for you to experiment, express, and grow. My goal is to walk beside you as an advocate and ally, helping you cultivate insight, emotional balance, and the freedom to live with authenticity, confidence, and creative purpose.

Your first session is a welcoming and supportive space where you can share your story and begin shaping your goals for therapy. Together, we’ll explore what brings you here and what you hope to achieve, while I gain insight into your cognitive, emotional, social, and environmental experiences.

This time is about you—your needs, your strengths, and your vision for growth. I’ll invite you to reflect on how I can best advocate for you and create a therapeutic environment that supports healing, creativity, and meaningful change.

From there, we’ll collaborate to identify holistic and person-centered strategies that empower you to live with greater purpose, resilience, and confidence. My goal is for therapy to become a space of discovery and possibility, where you feel encouraged to think creatively, explore new perspectives, and grow in ways that feel authentic to you.