Elana Berman, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Elana Berman

Focus areas

Anxiety

Life Coaching

Stress

Behavioral Problems

Life Transition

Women's Issues Therapy

Depression

Mood Disorders

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Culturally Sensitive

Coaching

Existential

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Jewish

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Elana Berman

Hi there, I'm Elana! Healing is a journey of processing life experiences, building capacity for painful emotions, and finding ways to navigate the ups and downs of life. The support of an empathic other—a therapist—can be an important part of that journey. I’m Elana Berman, an integrative psychotherapist, LCSW #73917, with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern California. My approach I offer the finest in evidence-based treatments and time-tested healing practices, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, breathing practices, Somatic Experiencing, and Neuroaffective Relational Model Strategies in sessions. My focus I support people experiencing mood symptoms such as depression and anxiety, panic attacks, attachment wounds, family distress, relationship challenges, academic distress, and work stress. My communication style I aim to create a safe space where you can feel comfortable discussing challenging topics and truly heard. I provide a space that is structured, supportive, and safe, offering structure, support, and accountability throughout our work together. My journey to mental healthcare Healing is much more than putting a band-aid on symptoms. It’s about stepping into a space to explore the root causes and foundations of what is creating your current experience of pain or discomfort. My goals for you You choose what you want from therapy, and I offer tools to help guide our sessions to get you there. My first session with you The initial session is an opportunity to meet, explore whether therapy is a good fit, and identify your hopes and goals for your healing journey.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Stress Management

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. North

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1750702486

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What practice does Elana Berman work with?

Elana Berman works with Rula Health - L.A. North.

What are common reasons for patients to see Elana Berman?

Elana Berman frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Elana Berman on their profile.