GAEA WOODS
MA, LMFT #117978
Owner of Unfolding Self Psychotherapy, Psychotherapist + Clinical Supervisor
ABOUT
Born and raised in California, Gaea has lived on the east and west coasts, and abroad in Europe and Asia. She earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles with a specialization in Spiritual Depth Psychology, and her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography from Rhode Island School of Design.
Gaea is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, owner of the group psychotherapy practice: Unfolding Self Psychotherapy, and clinical supervisor. She specializes in treating trauma, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, and improving relationship functioning and overall well-being. She employs Psychodynamic and Depth Psychology, both of which emphasize developing a connection between the conscious and unconscious mind.
Prior to pursuing a career as a Psychotherapist, Gaea worked in the fields of fine art, commercial photography, and advertising. She learned firsthand that balancing one’s personal vision with commercial interests can be both challenging and rewarding. As an artist and photographer herself, Gaea is especially interested in working with and supporting clients who are on their own creative path.
CREDENTIALS + EDUCATION
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. LMFT #117978.
EMDR Therapy Training Parts I & II.
The Institute For Creative Mindfulness
Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) Level I.
M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Spiritual Depth Psychology Specialization.
Antioch University Los Angeles
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Photography, Honors.
Yoga Teacher Training.
TRAINING + EXPERIENCE
Private Practice. Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist.
Los Angeles, CA
Mona Saba Valeriano Psychotherapy. Associate MFT.
Los Angeles, CA
Women’s Clinic Counseling Center. Associate MFT.
Los Angeles, CA
The Krevoy Institute for Eating Disorders. Associate MFT.
Beverly Hills, CA
Center for the Study of Young People in Groups / Teen Line. Crisis Resource Associate.
Cedars-Sinai Hospital, Los Angeles, CA
Antioch University Counseling Center / School Based Program: Bright Star Middle School. Associate MFT.
Los Angeles, CA
Recover Integrity Treatment Facility. Group Facilitator.
Los Angeles, CA
Hasbro Hospital Child Patient Care. Art Therapist.
Providence, RI
Rhode Island Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Center. Bottles of Hope Art Therapist.
Providence, RI
PRESS + MEDIA + LECTURES
Antioch Community Therapy Services (ACTS)
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
Lecture / Guest Speaker.
The Secret Teachings Of All Ages Season 1, (Forthcoming Documentary). Written & Directed by Johnny Royal. Co-Host.
LA Times. Can straight married men and women be friends? Interview / quotation.
Downward Facing Spiritual Spiral, Episode # 211. Podcast Guest.
Mel Magazine. Verbal Communication In Relationships. Contributing author.
Mel Magazine. Healthy Boundaries. Contributing Author.
Gyals Network. Emotional Wellness Talk For Women & POC. Guest Speaker.
Relationships Are Complicated Magazine. Interview.