Meet Natalie Brooks: The Mentalizing L.A. Therapist with a Unique Journey and a Holistic Approach
Welcome to My World
Hello there! I'm Natalie Brooks, and I'm thrilled to connect with you. As a licensed psychotherapist with a specialization in mentalization-based therapy, have been lovingly nicknamed "The Mentalizing L.A. Therapist." My journey is as colorful as a Los Angeles sunset. With over 20 years as a dedicated yogi and a childhood spent as a competitive figure skater, I've always known the value of hard work—something I've been familiar with since a very young age. Today, I'm not just a psychotherapist; I'm also a proud mom to a teenager and a lively 3-year-old golden retriever. Through life's ups and downs, I've emerged resilient, a true survivor, and a spiritual wanderer enchanted by all things mystical. Above all, I'm a grateful human "Be-ing,". Stay tuned for more about all of the above in my future blog posts.
Introducing Mindwell
Allow me to introduce you to Mindwell, the heart and soul of my professional life. Originally my private therapy practice, Mindwell was born out of my passion to help people mind their bodies, thoughts, feelings, and souls. At its core, Mindwell specializes in mentalization-based therapy (MBT) and the treatment of emotional dysregulation. I offer an eclectic blend of evidence-based and traditional psychotherapy, and spiritual philosophy with mentalizing as the common thread. One of my key missions is to educate people about toxic stress, its effects on mental and physical health, and its relation to trauma.
Mindwell isn't just a therapy practice. I offer seminars and workshops for therapists on mentalization-based treatment and epistemic trust. We dive into embodied mentalizing and its vital role in the mind-body connection. For therapists looking for deeper knowledge I provide MBT supervision for those aiming for certification in MBT.
Non-therapists will find workshops on somatic healing, trauma, depression, attachment, resiliency, and understanding the meaning of true Self.
Parents, I haven't forgotten you. Reflective parenting seminars are available for those with children and teens. Mentalizing is key to teaching kids to manage their emotions and navigate the social world.
The Hero's Journey
My ultimate hope is that my life's journey will allow me to reflect light back to those who are navigating through some of the darkest caverns of their mind, body, and soul. Through my experiences and insights, I aim to prevent or heal the toxicity that many have internalized. Join me on a path of discovery, healing, and growth—there's so much more to explore in these life moments. Awaken. Grow. Be.
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