Business Details
17 Years
experience
Online Psychotherapy Services in California
Counseling for ACTion was founded in 2009 by K'Ailsa Rowan, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of clinical experience. Our practice specializes in helping individuals and families navigate life disruptions through Aligned Conscious Thinking (ACT), a values-driven therapeutic approach. We provide secure online psychotherapy to clients across California, with additional in-person sessions previously offered in San Jose until 2020. Our team brings extensive expertise in trauma recovery, chronic illness management, and LGBTQIA+ affirmative care, supported by advanced training in transpersonal therapy and dissociation treatment.As an AAMFT Approved Supervisor and former faculty member at Sofia University, we combine academic rigor with compassionate practice. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures clients from all backgrounds receive culturally competent care that respects their unique identities and experiences.
Services
Online Psychotherapy
Trauma Therapy
Chronic Illness Counseling
LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Therapy
Transpersonal Therapy
Body Image Therapy
Teletherapy Services
Mood Disorder Treatment
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of clinical experience in trauma and chronic illness therapy
- Our practice combines traditional and transpersonal therapeutic approaches
- Specialized training in treating dissociation and complex trauma
- LGBTQIA+ and kink-aware affirmative therapy services
- AAMFT Approved Supervisor with academic leadership background
What people say
Compassionate care
Cultural competence
Effective trauma treatment
Supportive environment
Services
Online Psychotherapy
Secure video therapy sessions conducted remotely across California. This service provides accessible mental health care for clients facing geographical barriers or preferring digital convenience. Sessions maintain the same therapeutic rigor as in-person meetings while offering flexibility in scheduling and location.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized treatment for trauma and complex PTSD using evidence-based approaches. Combines somatic psychotherapy, parts work, and mindfulness techniques to address symptoms like hypervigilance and dissociation. Focuses on integrating traumatic memories while building resilience and self-awareness.
Chronic Illness Counseling
Therapeutic support for individuals managing chronic health conditions. Addresses emotional challenges related to diagnosis, lifestyle adjustments, and energy management. Incorporates mindfulness practices and values clarification to help clients build fulfilling lives despite medical limitations.
LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Therapy
Stigma-free mental health care for LGBTQIA+ individuals and alternative relationship communities. Provides gender-affirming care, coming-out support, and strategies for navigating discrimination. Emphasizes cultural competence while respecting clients' self-defined therapeutic priorities.
Transpersonal Therapy
Integrative approach combining traditional psychotherapy with spiritual growth practices. Addresses mind-body-spirit connections to treat anxiety, depression, and trauma. Draws from global spiritual traditions while respecting clients' personal belief systems and cultural backgrounds.
People
K'Ailsa Rowan
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed in California since 2005 with a master's in Counseling Psychology. Specializes in trauma recovery, chronic illness, and LGBTQIA+ mental health. Former faculty member at Sofia University with 15+ years teaching and clinical experience.
Questions
Is online therapy as effective as in-person sessions?
Yes, teletherapy provides equivalent care quality with added convenience. Secure video platforms maintain therapeutic connection while eliminating travel requirements.
Do you accept insurance for mental health services?
We operate as an out-of-network provider. Clients receive superbill documentation for potential insurance reimbursement but payment is direct to the practice.
What therapeutic approaches are used in treatment?
We combine Aligned Conscious Thinking (ACT), somatic psychotherapy, mindfulness-based CBT, and transpersonal techniques tailored to individual client needs and goals.
How do you support clients with chronic illness?
Therapy focuses on emotional adjustment, energy management, and building self-compassion. We address grief processing and lifestyle adaptation while incorporating clients' spiritual practices.
Are services available for gender-affirming care?
Yes, we provide WPATH-standard letters for hormone therapy and surgeries, along with general support for gender exploration and transition processes.
