Move from shame and self-loathing to self-love, emotional freedom, and your highest self.
Virtual therapy available across California.
You deserve love.
You’ve been trying to hold it all together…
Either on your own, or with the help of the latest self-help book, podcast, or affirmation you hoped would finally “fix” things.
You’ve kept to yourself, to avoid feeling like a burden.
And your mind is still criticizing you, questioning every choice you’ve made, making you wonder if you’re just too emotional or too much.
Relationships feel like the same demoralizing cycle, leaving you feeling small and second-guessing yourself. Maybe you learned to people-please, hide parts of yourself, or bypass your feelings just to get through.
If you’ve been numbing out, overworking, or trying to push down what you feel, you’re not broken. You’ve been doing your best with what life handed you.
Your nervous system is going to love this.
After taking time to do the deep soul work?
You’re finally feeling safe in your body, working with your emotions instead of fearing them. You’ve freed yourself from the toxic cycles. You’re experiencing healthier, more fulfilling relationships and an expanded sense of worthiness.
Old patterns that used to control your life lose their power, and you feel lighter, freer, and more alive. You set boundaries without guilt and allow yourself to receive the love, support, and joyful experiences you’ve always deserved.
Why working with me is different.
Growing into your highest self requires reaching the depths of your soul and true nature. I guide you to build self-love on a soul-deep level, helping you see your experiences and patterns in an entirely new way.
Together, we untangle the shame and trauma stories that made you feel broken so you can connect with your truest self, maybe for the very first time.
Many people begin to experience something new and powerful on this journey: compassion for themselves, deeper connection with others, and a growing sense of love for life.
This work can also include reconnecting with a deeper sense of spirit, meaning, or fulfillment.
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My Specialties
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Trauma and Shame Healing For Women
Release old wounds, step out of shame, and claim your authentic truth.
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Self-Worth and Relationship Patterns
Learn to love yourself deeply, navigate relationships with confidence, and break unhelpful patterns.
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Emotion Regulation and Relationships
Build emotional resilience, manage intense feelings, and feel steady in your life and relationships.
What healing looks like:
✦ You stop carrying the shame that made you feel like you were “too much,” and start feeling comfortable being your fully authentic self.
✦ Recognizing old relationship patterns sooner and choosing partners and friendships that feel safe, mutual, and supportive.
✦ Steadying yourself when emotions get intense, instead of spiraling, shutting down, or feeling controlled by them.
✦ Trusting your feelings and your instincts, without constantly questioning if your needs are valid.
✦ Feeling more grounded, confident, and connected to yourself, while building a life and relationships that feel nourishing to your soul.
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I combine soulful, heart-centered talk therapy with evidence-based techniques, blending insight and skill-building to help you embody your most authentic self, from the inside out.
This process mail entail trauma processing,should that serve your growth. Sessions are personalized to your needs and pace, always in a safe, supportive space where you can explore feelings, learn tools, and start living with ease, love, and confidence.
Therapy isn’t a one-size-fits-all, and I’m here to meet you where you’re at.
Hi! I’m Dr. Nicole Strauss.
I’m here to help you step into your most vibrant, authentic, and radiant self, in a space where you feel seen, safe, and capable of real change.
This is a place to cultivate self-love, leave old wounds behind, and learn to step into more freedom and flourishing.
I’ve walked my own path through shame, self-doubt, and learning to truly love myself, so I know how life-changing it can feel when things finally start to shift. That lived experience, combined with my training, shapes the genuineness, expertise, and care I bring to every session.
