https://www.mindfulhealingtherapy.org/blog daily 0.75 2021-02-09 https://www.mindfulhealingtherapy.org/blog/category/trauma monthly 0.5 https://www.mindfulhealingtherapy.org/blog/category/self+help monthly 0.5 https://www.mindfulhealingtherapy.org/home daily 1.0 2023-09-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60147485a906ad16a924c21f/193831e8-9de5-4155-a779-de3669f72e5d/new+headshot1.JPG Home - Change can happen now Welcome! My name is Samantha Gando Sloan, and I am a licensed mental health therapist based in Santa Monica, California. I am so glad you are here. Change is waiting for you if you are ready to take that initial step. Through our work together, we can begin creating those changes that you have been wanting in your life. Contact me today for a free phone consultation, so we can start the process of growth, healing, and wellness. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60147485a906ad16a924c21f/1612715860768-U3737I2IWDD5BOV1Z04K/los-angeles-individual-therapy-samantha-gando-sloan-chair-chaise.png Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60147485a906ad16a924c21f/1612715999369-NZMIQKNGCDZFFD15EDXU/los-angeles-family-therapy-samantha-gando-sloan-couch-sofa+%281%29.png Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60147485a906ad16a924c21f/1612718438104-9ZN99CQFBZNWJKDUL5RW/los-angeles-california-teen-and-parent-therapy-samantha-gando-sloan+%281%29.png Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60147485a906ad16a924c21f/1612711944258-MPEJRQX0F4HO6UB4HX4X/learn+more+about+your+treatment+at+mindful+healing+therapy.jpg Home Providing you with a safe space I’m sure it may be hard to make that time and commitment to yourself, or you may feel discouraged or unsure on how to start the therapeutic process. Ask yourself: Are you tired of having to put on a smile and pretend like you have it all together? Are you overextending yourself for others, and putting yourself on the back burner? Do you feel like no matter what you do, you just don’t feel good enough? It’s time you took care of YOU. You deserve it, and I am here to help you, by providing a space that is compassionate, nurturing, and empathic, while encouraging and guiding you to a deeper understanding of yourself, your thought processes, and your emotional experiences. https://www.mindfulhealingtherapy.org/aboutsamanthagando daily 0.75 2023-09-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60147485a906ad16a924c21f/28afeae7-91b7-43ef-9190-dbcb4219dbc1/headshot+2.jpg About Samantha Gando Sloan, MA, LMFT I am a licensed therapist based out of SANTA MONICA AND Los Angeles, CA. I have been a practicing therapist since 2016. I earned both my bachelor and master’s degree in clinical psychology. During my undergraduate years I assisted in running a Cognitive Behavior Research lab to understand underlying pinnings of human thoughts and behavior. During my graduate years, I worked as a behavior therapist, and provided individual and group treatment in home, school, and office settings. I pursued my masters degree in clinical psychology in Los Angeles. After graduating with my masters, I was able to cultivate a wide range of clinical experience. I worked in non-profit organizations, community clinics, forensic environments, and private practices. I felt it was imperative to expand both my knowledge and experience as much as I could. I continue to expand my learning and knowledge to this day and will continue to do so throughout my career. Having our learning plateau can be a detremint in this work, therefore it is crucial as a mental health professional that I stay up to date with the most effective and holistic treatment. therapy style My therapeutic orientation involves a 3 probe approach. I incorporate psychodynamic, which is understanding how our formative experiences have led to our beliefs about our self, others, and the world. The second probe I use is cognitive behavior, which allows us to concretely pinpoint and adapt unhelpful thought patterns, behaviors, and emotional responses. The final probe is Somatic therapy, here we bring in the ‘second brain,’ our body, into the work. We begin practicing body based exercises to help connect with and regulate our nervous system as well as develop a more sustainable physiological experience. I strive to create a genuine, empathic, and collaborative therapeutic relationship. Our work is only effective if we have a relationship that is connected and safe. Together, we can work on healing and expanding the self to create a healthier future. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60147485a906ad16a924c21f/1612732393027-OTKBWPOELZKXB69HEPTN/hands+mindful+healing+therapy+by+samantha+gando+sloan+%282%29.jpg About - EXPERIENCE I have extensive experience working with teens, adults, families, and parent-child dyads for children ages 0-5. Trauma (including developmental trauma) Depression Self Esteem and Self Compassion Relationship Issues Anxiety Life Changes/Transitions Family systemic issues I have worked in various settings including outpatient, intensive outpatient, schools, and forensic. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60147485a906ad16a924c21f/1612732968175-V1EW8NUOCMH9X77AXEW6/learn+mindful+healing+therapy+by+samantha+gando+sloan+copy.jpg About - TRAINING I have been trained in multiple attachment models to better understand why we interact with ourselves and others the way we do. I am a level 2 sensorimotor psychotherapist, which involves somatic work, our nervous system with mindfulness components to work through trauma and attachment wounds. I am also trained in other trauma treatment, including Trauma Focused- CBT and Child-Parent Psychotherapy. I have experience in assertiveness and boundary training, as well as mindfulness practices. 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Using a three-probe clinical approach, I integrate psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness lenses. Together, we explore your presenting needs and develop unique treatment plans to address and reach your specific goals. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60147485a906ad16a924c21f/1612795016198-3HFX0KU2699V65SAYV3W/butterfly%252Bgarden%252Bby%252Bsamantha%252Bgando%252Bof%252Bmindful%252Bhealing%252Btherapy.jpg Your Treatment - This is your therapy Starting therapy can be intimidating. With my collaborative approach, I work with you to identify your unique goals and encourage you to express your thoughts and feelings around the ongoing treatment process. The most important part is providing you with a safe space for growth and insight. 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