Dr. Elena Green Dobbs, BS, MA, PhD

Dr. Elena Green Dobbs, BS, MA, PhD

Psychologist
CA
Elena Dobbs, Psy.D., is dedicated to helping individuals navigate lifes challenges with compassion and expertise. Serving patients across California, she provides personalized therapy to support those dealing with trauma, life transitions, and post-divorce healing. Dr. Dobbs understands that these experiences can be overwhelming, affecting emotional well-being and daily life. She creates a safe and supportive space where clients can process their emotions, rebuild confidence, and move forward with clarity and strength. Dr. Dobbs is particularly passionate about helping individuals recover from narcissistic abuse, guiding them toward healing and empowerment. She works closely with clients to address the deep emotional wounds caused by toxic relationships, using evidence-based approaches to foster resilience and self-worth. Additionally, she specializes in supporting individuals through major life transitions, including midlife changes, later-life adjustments, and reproductive challenges such as postpartum depression and infertility struggles. Her expertise in trauma therapy allows her to assist those coping with PTSD, helping them regain control and restore balance in their lives. In her practice, Dr. Dobbs utilizes a range of therapeutic approaches tailored to meet each clients needs. She incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help individuals develop coping skills, regulate emotions, and improve their overall mental health. She also provides couples and family therapy to support relationship dynamics and enhance communication. For those in need of psychological testing, Dr. Dobbs offers comprehensive evaluations to gain deeper insights into cognitive and emotional functioning. Dr. Dobbs works with diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals, military veterans, first responders, and those with developmental disabilities.

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About Dr. Elena Green Dobbs

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Depression
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Identity Crisis
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Couples Therapy

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples

Treatment approaches

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Dr. Elena Green Dobbs

Elena Dobbs, Psy.D., is dedicated to helping individuals navigate lifes challenges with compassion and expertise. Serving patients across California, she provides personalized therapy to support those dealing with trauma, life transitions, and post-divorce healing. Dr. Dobbs understands that these experiences can be overwhelming, affecting emotional well-being and daily life. She creates a safe and supportive space where clients can process their emotions, rebuild confidence, and move forward with clarity and strength. Dr. Dobbs is particularly passionate about helping individuals recover from narcissistic abuse, guiding them toward healing and empowerment. She works closely with clients to address the deep emotional wounds caused by toxic relationships, using evidence-based approaches to foster resilience and self-worth. Additionally, she specializes in supporting individuals through major life transitions, including midlife changes, later-life adjustments, and reproductive challenges such as postpartum depression and infertility struggles. Her expertise in trauma therapy allows her to assist those coping with PTSD, helping them regain control and restore balance in their lives. In her practice, Dr. Dobbs utilizes a range of therapeutic approaches tailored to meet each clients needs. She incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help individuals develop coping skills, regulate emotions, and improve their overall mental health. She also provides couples and family therapy to support relationship dynamics and enhance communication. For those in need of psychological testing, Dr. Dobbs offers comprehensive evaluations to gain deeper insights into cognitive and emotional functioning. Dr. Dobbs works with diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals, military veterans, first responders, and those with developmental disabilities.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Worry
Agoraphobia
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatry Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Barry Dominican University, PhD in Counseling Psychology
  • Troy University, Master's in Clinical Psychology

NPI number

1013244409

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What languages does Dr. Elena Green Dobbs speak?

Dr. Elena Green Dobbs speaks English and Spanish.

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