Logan Brantley (she/hers)

Hi & welcome! My name is Logan Brantley (she/hers) I am a licensed psychotherapist practicing in CA, DC, VA, MD, TX and IL. Born and raised in NC, I now live in Southern California and have 5 years experience living in the heart of Washington DC. As a trauma and resiliency expert with 8+ years of specialized expertise, I am committed to helping you build a healthier, more curious relationship your Self. Whether working with you to cultivate self-confidence, or helping you recreate your life after trauma, my experience as an artist and as a therapist give me a unique ability to provide a creative, vibrant and non-judgmental space for therapy. Through experiences and extensive trainings I provide a space that honors both the science of our brain-body connection, and the artful pacing of meaningful healing. With me, the therapy room is contained and shaped so that you can feel seen, heard and supported. By creating a client-centered mindful and safe space, you are able to move through your emotional experiences, ultimately making way for improved neural pathways. I look forward to rediscovering your strengths together as we create the path to a more ease-filled and meaningful life. I'd love to hear more about your desires for therapy over a free consultation! About me: In my spare time, I love cuddling with my dog Nala, watching movies, relaxing by the beach, having a glass of wine or tea with a friend and enjoying sunsets with my partner. I am passionate about the lasting positive effects of expressive arts approach and am currently working on an Expressive Arts PhD degree from The European Graduate School. I find great appreciation for being a student of others and am also an adjunct professor at Bastyr University in San Diego. What I offer: - Virtual Individual Psychotherapy (talk, body, creative-oriented) for folks 16+ - Trauma-informed Groups for adults: Fall, Winter, Spring 6-week offering 1) Nervous System Education & Creative Integration 2) Educational Group on Trauma for Loved Ones Experience: - I have special experience working to empower folks experiencing systems of oppression such as poverty, institutionalized racism, and intergenerational trauma. I have worked in Child Advocacy Centers, schools, non-profits, group and private practices. - LCSW credential refers to Licensed Clinical Social Worker and indicates a licensed mental health professional who has earned a Master's degree and is able to practice as an independent Psychotherapist in California. - Expressive Arts post-graduate degree, working towards dissertation completion to gain a PhD credential in Expressive Arts Therapy. - Trauma-informed Care Certificate - year long certification in trauma-informed care - PSI Perinatal Mood Disorder Training 1 & 2 - certificate from Postpartum Support International in working with perinatal mood disorder - Somatic Parts-Work Part 1 & 2 - intensive certification on combing the therapeutic skills of body-based somatic experiencing techniques and Internal Family Systems techniques - Live Child-centered Play Therapy trainings - conference and real-time training on providing play therapy to children with live feedback from supervising facilitator - MUSC Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certificate - training in TF-CBT protocol - Currently working towards PC-CARE training level 3 to provide parent coaching, TBA