Associate Therapist
Chelsea’s approach to therapy is rooted in authenticity, compassion, and deep emotional attunement. With several years of experience supporting children, teens, and adults, she creates a grounded, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their inner world, process pain, and reconnect with their sense of self. Her style is warm intuitive, and collaborative, allowing clients to feel both supported and gently challenged as they move through their healing journey.
Chelsea believes that healing happens within a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy, and respect. She honors each client’s unique story and integrates both evidence-based and holistic approaches to support lasting change. With a trauma-informed lens, she helps clients understand patterns, build emotional awareness, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
She is passionate about walking alongside her clients through life’s complexities—helping them navigate difficult emotions, strengthen their identity, and cultivate resilience, balance, and self-compassion.
Client Focus
- Children, Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Couples
Advanced Specialization
- Trauma & PTSD
- Codependency & Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders (Anxiety & Depression)
- Personality Disorders (including BPD)
- Emotional Regulation & Attachment Wounds
Additional Special Interests
Abandonment, Autism Spectrum, Self-Esteem, Identity Development, Life Transitions, Grief and Loss, Domestic, Violence, Emotional Abuse Recovery, Communication Issues, Boundaries, Family Dynamics, Intrusive Thoughts, Loneliness, Burnout, Substance Abuse, Women’s Issues, Healing from Toxic Relationships
Therapeutic Approach
- Brainspotting
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Parts Work (Internal Family Systems – Informed)
- Strength-Based & Person-Centered Therapy
- Mindfulness & Somatic Based Approaches
- Spiritual-Based Approaches
- Narrative Therapy
Clinical Experience
- Associate Clinical Social Worker – TherapyWorks
- Associate Clinical Social Worker – Sierra Therapy Services
- MSW Intern, Crisis Intervention Counselor – Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center
Professional Credentials & Education
- Associate Clinical Social Worker #111939
- Supervised by Alyssa Burgett, LCSW #101965
- Master’s Degree in Social Work – University of Southern California
- Bachelors of Social Work – California State University, Sacramento
Associations & Memberships
- National Association of Social Worker
On a Personal Note
Chelsea is a compassionate and curious soul who values connection, creativity, and personal growth. She enjoys road trips, spending time with loved ones, and spending time outdoors. She has a love for travel and embraces a free spirited nature, often finding inspiration in new environments and experiences. Chelsea also appreciates humor and lightness, bringing a grounded yet relatable presence into her work with clients.