Amber Hollarman, LMFT

Hi, and Welcome!

I believe healing happens when people feel genuinely seen, accepted, and supported. My goal is to create a calm, compassionate space where you can explore life's challenges without judgment and begin moving toward lasting change.

Life doesn't always unfold the way we expect. Whether you're coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or the effects of painful life experiences, you don't have to navigate those challenges alone. I consider it a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they discover their strengths, deepen their understanding of themselves, and build the confidence to create meaningful change.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. Together, we'll work to understand not only what you're experiencing today, but also how your past experiences may be influencing your current thoughts, emotions, relationships, and sense of self. I believe lasting healing comes from addressing the root of our struggles—not simply managing symptoms.

I integrate evidence-based approaches, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), while tailoring therapy to each person's unique needs and goals. Whether you're seeking healing from trauma, navigating a difficult season of life, or hoping to strengthen your relationships, my goal is to help you experience greater resilience, peace, and connection.

In addition to providing therapy, I serve as a Supervising Clinician at Inner Expansions Therapy Services, where I mentor and support associate therapists as they develop their clinical skills. I am passionate about fostering ethical, evidence-based, trauma-informed care and helping the next generation of therapists grow into confident, compassionate clinicians.

It would be an honor to support you on your journey toward healing.

— Amber Hollarman, LMFT

Education and Training

Amber earned her Master of Science in Psychology from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, in 2011 after completing her Bachelor of Arts at the University of California, Santa Cruz, in 2005.

She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and has additional training in the Gottman Method, Theraplay, and Sand Tray Therapy. Throughout her career, Amber has developed extensive experience working with survivors of childhood abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of trauma.

As a Supervising Clinician, Amber is committed to lifelong learning and is passionate about mentoring associate therapists in trauma-informed, ethical, and evidence-based clinical practice. She believes that investing in therapist development ultimately leads to better care for every client served.

Insurance and Fees

Amber's fee is $160 per 55-minute session.

She is in-network with CenCal, Aetna, and Blue Shield through Inner Expansions Therapy Services. If you have a different insurance plan, we can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement.

Contact

To schedule a consultation or request an appointment with Amber, please use the secure contact form to the right.