Brit Elizalde-Kern, LCSW-C

If you’re looking to navigate confusing family and relationship dynamics that have made you feel ignored, guilty, or stuck; move from people-pleasing to communicating directly and effectively with confidence; process the impacts of childhood traumas that left you feeling unloved, unprotected, or abandoned; or work through significant life transitions like going to college, starting a family, or losing a loved one, I am your therapist.

I work with teens (16+), adults, and couples navigating life’s complexities. With a background in both outpatient and inpatient settings, I’m comfortable discussing major challenges like addiction and serious mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder and depression in an open, non-judgmental way. I also understand the unique wiring of neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism.

As a therapist, I recognize you as the expert of your own life. My goal is to create a collaborative and client-led space where you feel seen, heard, and empowered on your path to wellness. I have an affinity for role-playing difficult scenarios in a safe and collaborative way. I’m able to identify less obvious trauma responses and help you build new, healthier coping strategies, and together, we’ll create clear, actionable boundaries for every relationship.

I offer a calm, safe, and affirming space where we can tackle challenges with clarity and insight, and I’m committed to creating a validating and celebratory environment for individuals of all gender identities, sexual orientations, and relationship structures. I have a deep love for learning and a commitment to always expanding my knowledge to better serve my clients.

If you’re ready to combine self-reflection with a bit of dry humor and thoughtful challenge, I am your therapist.