Chantell Smeisser | Therapy & Consultation

Licensed therapist offering online trauma therapy and EMDR consultation

Chantell Smeisser | Licensed Trauma Therapist in California

Welcome! I’m Chantell, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), EMDR Certified Therapist, and EMDRIA Approved Consultant-in-Training. I provide virtual therapy for individuals across California and EMDR consultation for clinicians throughout the U.S. and Canada.

With experience in both community mental health and private practice, I offer a gentle, trauma-informed approach to supporting people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and related mental health challenges. Whether you are seeking a space to process difficult experiences or a therapist attuned to the deeper layers of emotional pain, I provide compassionate, attentive support as you move toward healing and growth.

Reaching out for support is a courageous step, and I am honored to accompany you on your journey, offering presence, guidance, and a space where transformation is possible.

"The past is gone, the future is not here, now I am free of both. Right now, I choose joy."

- Deepak Chopra

Individual & EMDR Therapy for California Residents

I offer individual therapy in California that meets you where you are on your healing journey. In a compassionate, supportive space, you’ll feel truly seen and heard, giving us the foundation to explore your experiences and develop practical tools to navigate life’s challenges.

To learn more about individual therapy, please click here.

I also provide EMDR therapy, an evidence-based approach for trauma and emotional healing. EMDR helps process challenging memories and emotional wounds, allowing you to move forward with renewed clarity, peace, and resilience.

To discover how EMDR therapy can support your healing, please click here.

EMDR Consultation for Clinicians Across the U.S. & Canada

I offer virtual EMDR consultation for therapists who want to refine their practice. As an EMDR Consultant-in-Training, I provide a collaborative, supportive space to strengthen EMDR skills, navigate complex cases, and build confidence in delivering trauma-focused therapy.

To learn more about EMDR consultation, please click here.

A Gentle, Relational, & Trauma-Informed Approach

My therapy approach is rooted in warmth, kindness, and a respect for your unique experience. Using a trauma-informed lens, we explore how past experiences shape emotions and interactions, while building strategies to manage current challenges. Together, we create a space where you feel supported, respected, and empowered, where healing is achievable and deeply nurtured.

Connection and trust are at the heart of this work. I guide clients in gaining insight, building resilience, and growing in ways that feel meaningful and lasting.

Inclusive & Affirming Care

I provide affirming, inclusive care for individuals from all backgrounds. I honor the identities and experiences you bring, creating a welcoming space for everyone. Whether you identify as LGBTQIA+ or come from diverse racial, ethnic, or socioeconomic backgrounds, I meet you where you are, with respect, kindness, and understanding every step of the way.

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Ready to Take the Next Steps?

Whether you are interested in individual therapy, EMDR therapy, or EMDR consultation, I'm here to help!

Click here to schedule a complimentary 15-minute phone call and explore how we can work together.

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