- Warm, steady support
- Values-based work
- Skills for emotion regulation
About Ellie
Ellie Trotta is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in California who helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, and coping with life changes. She supports people facing addictive behaviors, compassion fatigue, anger, career strain, and challenges tied to attachment and family of origin issues. Ellie also works with those processing trauma and abuse and people affected by natural or human-caused disasters.
She takes a warm, respectful approach and aims to create a calm space where people feel heard. Ellie uses validation and empathy as cornerstones of sessions and focuses on meeting each person at a comfortable pace. She encourages clients to be active participants in their own progress while offering guidance along the way.
Ellie draws on several practical, evidence-informed methods. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and take steps that match what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to spot and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy help teach emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills.
Her background includes a Master of Arts degree in psychology earned in 2016 and ongoing doctoral work as a PsyD candidate in clinical psychology. She has seven years of counseling experience working with a wide range of concerns across adult life stages.
Sessions emphasize clear, down-to-earth techniques and steady emotional support. Ellie explains options, checks in about how approaches feel, and adjusts plans so therapy stays practical and focused on real-life results.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings while taking actions that reflect their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replacing them with more effective habits; it often helps with depression, anxiety, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches specific skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ellie will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and comfort level. She checks in about what feels useful and adapts techniques as progress and priorities evolve.
The therapist’s biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before scheduling. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people work with a licensed professional from different locations within the same state. Talk with Ellie or the service to learn which session types are offered and how they might fit into your daily routine.
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Experience
7+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Ellie commonly address in sessions?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, addictions, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes including responses to natural or human-caused disaster.
What is Ellie’s therapy style like?
Her style is warm and validating with a focus on empathy and respect. She works collaboratively and moves at a pace that feels comfortable for each person.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Ellie has seven years of counseling experience and has worked with a wide range of adult concerns, including chronic mental health issues and trauma related to abuse.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, practicing in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Ellie?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist’s availability.