Elliot Thomas, AMFT

Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist 164567

Supervised by Brooklynn Kendall LMFT 103221

Approach to Therapy: 

I believe that people make meaning of their lives through stories, and these stories are shaped by relationships, culture, language, experiences and systems of power. Narrative Therapy offers a non-pathologizing stance and is attentive to cultural, relational, and systemic contexts. This framework allows me to hold both personal responsibility and social awareness, recognizing how larger societal narratives around race, gender, ability, family roles, and success can shape internalized beliefs. With this foundation, I draw from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address imbalances surrounding behavior, complex emotions, and intrusive thoughts. I am committed to practicing with empathy and curiosity, approaching each client with a genuine desire to understand your unique story rather than making assumptions or imposing interpretations.

Therapeutic Focus:

Life Transitions, Grief/Loss, Racial Identity, LGBTQ+

Schooling and Training:
La Sierra University - Film & Television Production, BFA

Pacific Oaks College - Marriage and Family Therapy: African American Families Focus, MA

Fun Facts About Me:
As much as I love going out and trying new food, I am very much a homebody who loves horror movies and video games. If you bring up anything about the Alien franchise or Final Fantasy - I will not shut up :)

Fees:

180 - individual / 200 - families & couples