Something happened — maybe a long time ago, maybe more recently. And no matter how hard you’ve tried to move past it, it follows you. Into your relationships, your sense of self, the way you move through the world. You don’t have to keep carrying it alone.

I’m Dani Sowa, a licensed therapist in San Diego specializing in trauma work.

Who I Work With

I work with adults carrying difficult experiences — whether that’s childhood trauma, relational wounds, the weight of military service, or the quieter but equally real struggles of depression, anxiety, and grief. Many of my clients come in knowing something isn’t working, even if they haven’t found the words for it yet. You don’t need to have it figured out before you reach out. That’s what we do together.

How I Work

Healing often requires more than just talking about what happened. I use evidence-based approaches including EMDR, Brainspotting, somatic work, parts-based therapy, and traditional talk therapy — woven together with deep attention to pacing, safety, and the quality of our relationship. You set the pace. I hold the space.

Why Working With Me Is Different

My office doesn’t feel like a clinical space. It feels like a room where you can exhale — cozy, warm, and personal. The kind of place where you can wrap yourself in a blanket, be surrounded by plants, and allow some space for the work of therapy. I’m a real person, and from the moment you walk in, I want you to feel like you can be one too. We take the work seriously. We can also find joy and laughter in the process.

Getting Started

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel challenging. I try to make it as simple as possible.

Reach out through the contact form above and we’ll schedule a free 15-minute call — a relaxed, no-pressure conversation where we can get acquainted and make sure we’re a good fit before booking your first session. Every new client starts here, and there’s no obligation beyond showing up for the conversation.

Danielle (Dani) Sowa, LMFT #47574 | San Diego, CA | TRICARE accepted