Business Details
22 Years
experience
Trauma Recovery & Fawning Response Therapy
Dr. Ingrid Clayton is a clinical psychologist and trauma therapist with over 16 years of experience specializing in complex trauma and the fawning trauma response. Her work integrates evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and relational therapy to help clients reclaim their voice and agency. As both a clinician and survivor of complex trauma, she brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and lived experience to her practice. Her published works, including the groundbreaking book *Fawning*, provide actionable insights into overcoming relational trauma patterns. With a focus on somatic and emotional healing, she has guided countless individuals through self-abandonment cycles rooted in childhood experiences.Her Los Angeles-based practice serves clients seeking to break free from chronic people-pleasing behaviors and low self-worth. The practice maintains rigorous ethical standards, emphasizing transparency and client-centered care. Dr. Clayton's contributions to Psychology Today and her YouTube channel further demonstrate her commitment to accessible trauma education. This combination of clinical practice, authorship, and public education establishes her as a trusted authority in trauma recovery.
Services
Trauma Therapy
Complex Trauma Counseling
Fawning Response Treatment
EMDR Therapy
Somatic Experiencing
Relational Therapy
Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
Psychological Assessment
Book Writing Consultation
Trauma Workshops
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer over 16 years of clinical expertise in complex trauma recovery
- Our approach integrates EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and relational therapy
- We combine professional practice with personal lived trauma experience
- Our team provides evidence-based solutions for overcoming fawning patterns
- We maintain rigorous ethical standards with trauma-informed care practices
What people say
Compassionate and insightful
Life-changing healing insights
Deeply empowering approach
Validates trauma experiences
Practical healing strategies
Services
Trauma Therapy
Specialized therapy for complex trauma recovery using evidence-based modalities. Our approach addresses the root causes of trauma responses rather than surface symptoms. Clients learn to recognize and change maladaptive patterns while building emotional resilience.
Fawning Response Treatment
Targeted intervention for chronic people-pleasing behaviors rooted in trauma. We help clients distinguish healthy relationships from harmful codependency patterns. Treatment incorporates somatic awareness and boundary-setting techniques to rebuild self-trust.
EMDR Therapy
Neurobiological approach to reprocess traumatic memories using bilateral stimulation. This evidence-based method helps reduce the emotional charge of traumatic memories while maintaining client safety and control throughout the process.
Somatic Experiencing
Trauma resolution focusing on physical sensations rather than cognitive processing. This method helps clients release trapped trauma energy through mindful awareness of bodily sensations and gradual exposure techniques.
Relational Therapy
Client-centered approach emphasizing therapeutic relationship dynamics. We explore interpersonal patterns from childhood through present relationships to build healthier connections while maintaining professional therapeutic boundaries.
People
Ingrid Clayton, PhD
Clinical Psychologist & Author
Dr. Clayton is a trauma survivor and clinical psychologist with a PhD in clinical psychology and 16 years of experience. She specializes in complex trauma recovery and has authored three books on trauma responses. Her holistic approach combines somatic therapy and relational techniques.
Questions
What is the fawning trauma response?
Fawning is an unconscious survival strategy where individuals abandon their needs to maintain safety in threatening situations. Unlike voluntary people-pleasing, it's an automatic response to perceived danger, often developed from childhood trauma.
How does trauma therapy differ from regular counseling?
Trauma therapy specifically addresses the neurological and physiological impacts of traumatic experiences. Our approach incorporates somatic techniques and evidence-based modalities like EMDR to resolve trauma stored in the body and nervous system.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide secure telehealth therapy sessions for California residents. Online options maintain the same therapeutic quality while offering greater accessibility for clients with scheduling or mobility challenges.
Are books available internationally?
Yes, our books are available globally through major online retailers like Amazon. International editions may vary by title availability depending on regional publisher distribution agreements.
What therapy modalities are used?
We use evidence-based modalities including EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and relational therapy. These approaches are integrated to address both psychological and physical manifestations of trauma while honoring each client's unique healing journey.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Contact us through our website or call (310) 229-5233 to discuss availability. We offer a brief phone consultation to determine if our practice aligns with your specific therapy goals and needs.
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