Caty Pooley, LPCC
Caty Pooley, LPCC, is a licensed professional clinical counselor at Brentwood Therapy Collective in Brentwood, Los Angeles. She works with adults, young adults and college students, in person and by telehealth across California, with a focus on anxiety, trauma and life transitions.
I specialize in helping self-aware, driven young adults and adults who are struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, and life transitions to better understand themselves, heal from past experiences, and live more authentically in alignment with their values.
With curiosity and compassion, we will explore the past, understand the present, and take steps towards a new future path.
Who I work with
- A driven, motivated adult who feels like something is still missing
- Going through a life transition and feeling uncertain about your next steps
- Struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, or self-doubt
- Drawn to understanding yourself on a deeper level
- Navigating relationship or attachment stressors
- Working on setting healthier boundaries with others
- Processing past trauma and ready to live with more agency and authenticity
- Curious about how your mind, body, and spirit are connected—and want to feel more embodied
- Beginning to realize that old coping strategies aren’t working anymore
- Feeling pressure to meet societal expectations that don’t align with who you really are
- Seeking a therapeutic space that is thoughtful, warm, and collaborative
Areas of focus
Where Caty goes deep
Anxious high achievers
From the outside, things look like they’re going well. Inside, it can feel like constant pressure and self-doubt. I help driven adults understand where that pressure comes from, quiet the inner critic, and build a steadier relationship with success.
Trauma reprocessing with EMDR
Some experiences stay lodged in the body long after they’re over. Using EMDR and somatic trauma therapy, I help clients process what happened at a pace that feels safe, so the past has less hold on the present.
College students and young adults in transition
The years during and after college bring big questions about identity, relationships and direction. I work with students and young adults who want to understand themselves more deeply and make choices that fit who they are, not who they’re expected to be.
About Caty
My approach: psychodynamic, somatic & EMDR therapy
My therapeutic work is dedicated to creating a safe, collaborative, and supportive space for my clients to feel, heal, and grow. I specialize in working with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, identity exploration, and life transitions.
My therapy approach is holistic, integrative, collaborative and relational. I utilize psychodynamic and attachment focused approaches for clients seeking a deeper understanding of their mental, emotional, and behavioral patterns. Together, my clients and I work towards building an abundant and comprehensive toolkit of skills that increase well-being, confidence, and self-compassion, such as nervous system re-balancing, re-programing of negative core beliefs, and increasing tolerance to discomfort. I work with my clients in developing healthier habits and behaviors such as assertive communication, boundary-setting, and values-driven decision making.
I tailor my therapy approach to meet the unique needs of each client, utilizing evidence-based modalities including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Starting therapy often feels like taking a risk and leap into vulnerability: I honor this process and will walk alongside you with patience, compassion, and accountability.
At a glance
- Office 11777 San Vicente Blvd, Suite 700, Brentwood. Telehealth across California
- Works with College Students, Young Adults, Adults
- Approach Psychodynamic therapy, Attachment-focused therapy, EMDR, Somatic trauma therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Fees Private pay, with superbills for out-of-network reimbursement
- First step Free 15-minute consultation
- License CA License #18731 | TN License #6114 · Verify
Background & Education
- Vanderbilt University
Master’s of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Boston College
B.A. in Applied Psychology & Human Development - Licensed Professional Counselor, Mental Health Service Provider
- EMDR – Level 1 training, Certified in Somatic Trauma Therapy
“By carving out this time for yourself, you will get to know yourself in a deeper way and create lasting skills to navigate life’s ongoing challenges. Above all else, you will have a safe space to feel seen, heard, and understood.”
— Caty Pooley, LPCC
Caty’s Specialties
- Anxious high achievers
- College students seeking deeper insight into themselves
- Young adults navigating life transitions
- Adults in what feels like constant fight-or-flight
- Trauma reprocessing through EMDR
- Somatic work for clients reconnecting with their bodies
- Navigating societal norms and identity
- Clients seeking holistic integration of mind, body, and spirit
Working with Caty
Common questions
Does Caty offer online therapy?
Yes. Caty sees clients in person at our Brentwood office on San Vicente Boulevard and by telehealth anywhere in California.
Does Caty take insurance?
Brentwood Therapy Collective doesn’t bill insurance directly. We provide a monthly superbill you can submit for out-of-network reimbursement, which depends on your plan.
Who does Caty work with?
Caty works with college Students, young Adults and adults.
Does Caty offer EMDR?
Yes. Caty has EMDR Level 1 training and is certified in somatic trauma therapy. She uses EMDR alongside psychodynamic and attachment-focused work when it fits your goals.
How do I get started with Caty?
Book a free 15-minute consultation. A clinician will reach out to set up a short Zoom call, talk through what’s bringing you in, and see whether Caty is the right fit.
Let’s Get Started
A vibrant life is doable. Let’s build yours together.