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Ellie Trotta, LPCC

Compassionate LPCC for trauma and relationships
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Evidence-based approaches
  • Warm empathic support

About Ellie Trotta

Ellie Trotta is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with seven years of experience providing care for a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns. She supports people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, self-esteem struggles, addictions, family and attachment problems, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related challenges, anger, career transitions, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and other life changes.

She earned a Master of Arts degree in psychology in 2016 and is currently a PsyD candidate in clinical psychology. As an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - she combines formal training with practical experience to tailor treatment to each person's needs. Her LPCC license is listed as CA LPCC 6558 under the name Elishka Trotta.

Ellie approaches therapy with warmth, empathy, and respect, emphasizing validation and unconditional positive regard. She draws from a broad range of methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), psychodynamic and attachment-based work, mindfulness, narrative and somatic techniques, trauma-focused approaches, solution-focused strategies, and client-centered practices. She aims to empower individuals to become experts in their own lives, guiding at a pace that feels comfortable and honoring each person's unique journey.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ellie Trotta have?

Ellie Trotta has seven years of experience.

Is Ellie Trotta a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPCC credential - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. License details: CA LPCC 6558.

In which languages does Ellie Trotta provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Ellie Trotta located?

Ellie Trotta is located in California.

How can I work with Ellie Trotta as my therapist?

You can work with Ellie Trotta through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Ellie Trotta work with international clients?

Ellie Trotta does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ellie Trotta cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?

Many people wonder whether online therapy makes a real difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or managing life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions. Licensed professionals and therapists use proven techniques to support progress across these areas.



One major advantage of remote sessions is flexibility. Individuals can connect in the format that fits their life best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to maintain consistency and integrate therapy into a busy schedule. Each therapist is a licensed professional, and people can choose a different therapist if they prefer a different fit.

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