Business Details
Your Trusted Marriage and Family Therapist in Santa Monica
As a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 25 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to guiding individuals, couples, and families toward healing and empowerment. My practice is rooted in the belief that every person possesses the innate capacity to transform their life through self-compassion, resilience, and intentional growth. I specialize in addressing family conflict, anxiety, trauma, and spiritual challenges, utilizing evidence-based frameworks like Restoration Therapy and PREP to foster lasting change. My approach prioritizes creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their struggles and uncover their inner strength. With advanced certifications in grief counseling, narcissistic abuse recovery, and religious trauma, I tailor each session to meet the unique needs of my clients.Whether working with adults, children, or couples, I integrate creative techniques such as art and play therapy to facilitate deeper emotional connection. My commitment to ethical practice and continuous professional development ensures that clients receive care grounded in both expertise and empathy. I view therapy as a collaborative journey, empowering clients to reclaim agency over their narratives and cultivate joy-filled lives. My practice offers both virtual sessions across California and in-person appointments in Santa Monica, making therapeutic support accessible to diverse communities. Over decades of practice, I have witnessed countless individuals transition from pain to purpose, reinforcing my conviction that healing is always possible.
Services
Family Therapy
Couples Counseling
Individual Therapy
Child Therapy
Christian Counseling
Trauma Recovery
Grief Counseling
Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
Restoration Therapy
Spiritual Guidance
Highlights and features
- 25+ years guiding clients from trauma to empowerment through personalized therapy.
- Specialized training in grief, narcissistic abuse recovery, and religious trauma.
- Integrates creative techniques like art and play therapy for holistic healing.
- Offers virtual sessions statewide in California and in-person in Santa Monica.
- Certified in evidence-based frameworks including Restoration Therapy and PREP.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Level II Restoration Therapist
- Certified PREP Therapist
- Certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator
- Certified Symbis Facilitator
- Certified Discernment Counselor
What people say
Transformative healing process
Kind, caring, wise
Effective and accessible
Lasting change
Compassionate guidance
Services
Family Therapy
Family Therapy addresses interpersonal conflicts and strengthens relationships through structured sessions. Using techniques like role-playing and communication exercises, I help families navigate challenges such as generational trauma, parenting struggles, and conflict resolution. My goal is to foster empathy and create sustainable harmony within family systems.
Couples Therapy
Couples Therapy focuses on improving communication and resolving conflicts in romantic relationships. I employ evidence-based frameworks like the Restoration Therapy Model to address infidelity, trust issues, and emotional disconnect. Sessions emphasize rebuilding intimacy and developing shared problem-solving strategies for long-term relational health.
Individual Therapy
Individual Therapy provides a safe space to explore personal challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Through modalities like cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices, I help clients reframe negative thought patterns and build resilience. The process empowers self-discovery and emotional growth.
Child and Pre-Teen Therapy
Child Therapy uses play, art, and storytelling to help young clients express emotions and develop coping skills. I collaborate with parents to address behavioral issues, academic stress, and family dynamics. The approach prioritizes creating a nurturing environment for emotional and social development.
Christian Counseling
Christian Counseling integrates spiritual principles with therapeutic practices to address faith-related struggles. I support clients navigating spiritual abuse, deconstruction, or the integration of Christianity into their healing journey. Sessions emphasize grace, forgiveness, and finding purpose through faith.
People
Sheila K. Bost
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
With over 25 years of experience, Sheila K. Bost specializes in trauma recovery, couples counseling, and faith-based therapy. She holds advanced certifications in grief counseling and narcissistic abuse recovery, blending evidence-based methods with compassionate care to empower clients toward lasting healing.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
I integrate evidence-based methods like Restoration Therapy, PREP, and cognitive-behavioral techniques tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes, virtual therapy sessions are available for clients throughout California to ensure accessible mental health support.
Can therapy help with spiritual struggles?
Yes, I offer faith-based counseling for clients navigating spiritual abuse, deconstruction, or integrating Christianity into their healing journey.
What payment methods are accepted?
Payments by check or major credit cards are accepted at the end of each session.
Do you accept insurance?
I do not accept insurance directly but can provide a superbill for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
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