Business Details
34 Years
experience
Specialized Psychotherapy Services in Santa Monica
Andrew Susskind, LCSW has dedicated his career to helping individuals navigate complex emotional challenges since establishing his private practice in 1992. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Brainspotting Therapist, and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, he specializes in treating trauma, addiction, and relationship issues through evidence-based modalities. With over three decades of clinical experience, he has developed a comprehensive approach that integrates somatic awareness, relational attunement, and neurobiological insights to help clients achieve lasting healing.His published works, including 'It's Not About the Sex' and its companion workbook, reflect his commitment to advancing recovery frameworks for sexual compulsivity. Through individual and group therapy sessions, Andrew empowers clients to cultivate authentic connections, process unresolved grief, and navigate life transitions with greater self-awareness and resilience.
Services
Psychotherapy
Somatic Experiencing
Brainspotting
Group Therapy
Guided Relaxation
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of clinical experience in trauma and addiction treatment
- Certified in advanced somatic therapy techniques (Brainspotting, SEP)
- Author of recognized recovery publications for sexual compulsivity
- Offers specialized group therapy programs with structured schedules
- Integrates neurobiological research with relational psychotherapy approaches
Associations and certifications
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP)
- Certified Group Psychotherapist (CGP)
Services
Psychotherapy
Individual psychotherapy sessions focus on understanding emotional patterns and developing healthier coping mechanisms. This service helps clients address relationship issues, trauma recovery, and life transitions through personalized treatment plans. Combines cognitive and somatic approaches to promote lasting behavioral change.
Somatic Experiencing
Trauma resolution technique that addresses nervous system dysregulation through body awareness. Helps clients process stored traumatic memories and develop self-regulation skills. Particularly effective for chronic stress and complex PTSD symptoms.
Brainspotting
Eye position-based therapy targeting subcortical trauma storage areas. Facilitates processing of unprocessed emotional experiences and addictive patterns. Utilizes bilateral sound and focused mindfulness for deep neural processing.
Group Therapy
Structured interpersonal process groups for men and mixed-gender participants. Offers weekly sessions both in-person and online. Focuses on developing relational skills and reducing isolation through shared experiences and feedback.
Guided Relaxation
Audio-based relaxation exercises for stress reduction and nervous system regulation. Includes breathing techniques and visualization practices. Designed to complement primary therapy and support emotional self-management.
People
Andrew Susskind, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Psychotherapist specializing in trauma, addiction, and relationship issues with 30+ years of clinical experience. Certified in Brainspotting and Somatic Experiencing techniques. Author of recovery publications for sexual compulsivity.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
I specialize in Somatic Experiencing, Brainspotting, and interpersonal psychotherapy techniques for trauma and addiction treatment.
Do you offer group therapy sessions?
Yes, I offer structured weekly group therapy sessions for men and mixed-gender groups both in-person and online.
What are your credentials?
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), and Certified Group Psychotherapist (CGP).
How long have you been in practice?
I have maintained a private psychotherapy practice in Santa Monica since 1992, with over 30 years of clinical experience.
Do you provide resources for sexual compulsivity recovery?
Yes, I authored 'It's Not About the Sex' and its companion workbook specifically addressing recovery from sexual compulsivity.
What are your office hours?
Please contact me directly for appointment scheduling as specific hours aren't publicly listed.
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