Specialized Adult Therapy

A warm space for healing & transition

I am an EMDR and CBT trained therapist dedicated to supporting adults navigating chronic illness, perinatal transitions, and life shifts with empathy and clinical precision.

Areas of Focus

Chronic Illness

Perinatal & Postpartum

Life Transitions

I provide specialized EMDR and CBT support for adults navigating the complex emotional landscape of long-term health conditions, focusing on autoimmune and adaptive coping.

I offer compassionate care for the emotional shifts that accompany pregnancy and motherhood, helping you integrate your new role with your sense of self.

I guide adults through significant life changes, utilizing EMDR to process the emotional weight of transitions and build a foundation for a new chapter.

Meet Your Therapist, Denise Padilla

I am a licensed therapist and USC graduate with over 10 years of experience helping adults navigate life's challenges. In addition to my clinical work at Kaiser Permanente, I run this private practice to provide personalized, EMDR-trained care. With a background from San Diego State and a Master's from USC, I am committed to offering a professional, reassuring space where you can find the healing and resilience needed for your journey.

My Methodology

EMDR: Rewiring Trauma

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful, evidence-based technique that helps adults process traumatic memories and chronic stress. By utilizing bilateral stimulation, I guide you through a structured process that reduces the emotional intensity of distressing life transitions, allowing for lasting neuroplastic changes.

CBT: Building Resilience

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the interplay between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I help you identify and challenge negative patterns that arise during perinatal transitions or life shifts. By developing practical coping strategies, we work together to build a resilient foundation for navigating chronic illness and postpartum challenges.

Pricing & Availability

I believe in transparency as a foundation for trust in the therapeutic relationship. My fees reflect the specialized, evidence-based care I provide to support your path toward healing.

Individual 60-minute session – $150

While I am in-network with any insurance providers through Rula, i am not currently accepting patients. I am happy to provide a monthly superbill for you to submit to your insurance company for potential out-of-network reimbursement.

Current Availability: I am currently accepting new adult clients for virtual sessions in California. I am available Tuesday's and Thursday's morning appointments.

Ready to take the next step? Please reach out through the contact form below to inquire about openings or book your initial session.

Let’s Connect

I am here to support you through life transitions and chronic illness. Reach out to schedule a consultation or ask any questions about my EMDR and CBT practices.

Available for virtual sessions in California