Helping You Heal & Thrive with Compassionate, Insightful Therapy

Annie Newman, LMFT, C-PD

NEWMAN MARRIAGE AND FAMILY  THERAPY, a P. C.

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Welcome to a space designed for healing, clarity, and growth

I Help People Confront and Face Their Challenges

Trauma

PTSD
Unresolved emotional or psychological distress arising from past events that disrupt present thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships.

Relationships

Difficulties in communication, boundary-setting, and emotional connection that cause stress and distress in family, romantic or professional relationships. This can also include experiences with narcissistic abuse or with personality disordered individuals.

Trauma

ComplexPTSD
Persistent emotional and psychological instability stemming from prolonged past relational harm, disrupting current behaviors and relationships.

Caregiver Stress

The chronic, emotional, physical and psychological toll of providing sustained care to others, leading to exhaustion, resentment and diminished well-being.

Depression

Pervasive feelings of sadness, disconnection, or emptiness that profoundly impact energy, motivation and daily functioning.

Life Direction & Identity

Challenges navigating transitions, purpose and life direction, prompting reevaluation of goals, values and sense of self.

Anxiety

Overwhelming worry, fear or unease that disrupts thoughts, causes unpleasant physical sensations and negatively impacts daily functioning.

Grief & Loss

A deep, personal response to loss—such as death, separation, or significant change—that brings profound sorrow, emotional pain, confusion, upheaval and emptiness, disrupting mood, thoughts and impacts daily functioning.

Life Direction & Identity

Challenges navigating transitions, purpose and life direction, prompting reevaluation of goals, values and sense of self.

Grief & Loss

A deep, personal response to loss—such as death, separation, or significant change—that brings profound sorrow, emotional pain, confusion, upheaval and emptiness, disrupting mood, thoughts and impacts daily functioning.

Relationships

Difficulties in communication, boundary-setting, and emotional connection that cause stress and distress in family, romantic or professional relationships. This can also include experiences with narcissistic abuse or with personality disordered individuals.

Caregiver Stress

The chronic, emotional, physical and psychological toll of providing sustained care to others, leading to exhaustion, resentment and diminished well-being.

Depression

Pervasive feelings of sadness, disconnection, or emptiness that profoundly impact energy, motivation and daily functioning.

Anxiety

Overwhelming worry, fear or unease that disrupts thoughts, causes unpleasant physical sensations and negatively impacts daily functioning.

Trauma

PTSD
Unresolved emotional or psychological distress arising from past events that disrupt present thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships.

Trauma

ComplexPTSD
Persistent emotional and psychological instability stemming from prolonged past relational harm, disrupting current behaviors and relationships.

Annie Newman, LMFT, C-PD

Annie Newman, LMFT, C-PD is a licensed marriage and family therapist based in Santa Monica, California, with experience in providing clinical psychotherapy and counseling services to individuals, couples, families, and groups. She holds a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy and has extensive clinical experience in various therapeutic settings, including Creative Care, Inc. where she was the Director of Trauma Recovery Services.

Annie employs a diverse range of evidence-based treatment methods tailored to meet the unique needs of her clients. She is an EMDR trained therapist and a Certified personalty disorder treatment provider.

With a compassionate and client-centered approach, Annie is dedicated to helping her clients navigate their emotional challenges, develop healthier relationships, and achieve personal growth.

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Initial Consultation

Contact me to schedule a 20 minute consultation.  Here you can express your concerns in a safe space and share what brings you to therapy.  You will have the opportunity to ask questions and this will give us an opportunity to ensure that we are a good fit.

Customized Plan

I will develop a personalized plan tailored to you. This may include EMDR, psychodynamic, CBT or other approaches, depending on what best suits your needs and concerns. 

Our Sessions

You will find our sessions are structured and supportive, whether we’re processing trauma, navigating anxiety or strengthening self worth, each session is meant to move you closer to clarity, resilience, and empowerment.

Ongoing Evaluation

We will regularly reflect on your progress and make adjustments as needed. This ensures that your experience remains effective, responsive, and aligned with your evolving needs and goals. 

Methods & Approaches

I draw from a blend of effective, evidence-based modalities, including:

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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR/AF-EMDR)

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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Psychodynamic Therapy

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Existential Therapy

Strategic Advisory

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What You Can Expect

Together, we create a space for insight, resilience, and healing. My therapy process is always customized to you. We’ll move at a pace that supports your growth and comfort while working toward:

  • Increased emotional resilience and improved coping skills
  • Increased insight and clarity
  • Stronger boundaries
  • Greater self-awareness and self trust
  • Strategies for increased personal effectiveness.
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