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Elias Protopsaltis, LMFT

California LMFT specializing in trauma and relationships
  • Trauma and relationship focus
  • Collaborative therapeutic partner
  • 14 years experience

About Elias Protopsaltis

Elias Protopsaltis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 14 years of clinical experience working in both agency and private practice settings. He focuses on helping people who have experienced trauma and abuse, as well as those coping with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, relationship and family challenges, and a range of life transitions. His work also addresses issues related to intimacy, parenting, self-esteem, career concerns, ADHD, and compassion fatigue among other areas.

Elias approaches therapy with a stance of collaboration and advocacy, aiming to create a space where difficult topics can be explored without judgment. He draws on a mix of clinical methods - including attachment-based perspectives, client-centered techniques, and cognitive behavioral strategies - to tailor treatment to each personâs needs and goals. His aim is to support measurable change so clients can move toward the life they envision.

With training that includes graduate study in counseling psychology and a background providing both individual and group therapy, Elias blends practical tools with relational understanding. He frames therapy as a cooperative process in which the therapist and client work together to identify obstacles, set goals, and apply interventions that promote healing and growth.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBody imageCommunication problemsFertility issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexuality

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Elias Protopsaltis have?

Elias Protopsaltis has 14 years of experience providing individual and group therapy in agency and private practice settings.

Is Elias Protopsaltis a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. His license in California is listed as CA LMFT 91698.

In which languages does Elias Protopsaltis provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Elias Protopsaltis located?

Elias is located in California.

How can I work with Elias Protopsaltis as my therapist?

You can work with Elias Protopsaltis through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Elias Protopsaltis work with international clients?

Elias Protopsaltis does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Elias Protopsaltis cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches for online care and support

Elias integrates several evidence-informed approaches to tailor online therapy to each personâs needs. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of connection and security in relationships - it helps people address how early or current relationships affect trust, intimacy, and emotional regulation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and collaboration - the therapist follows the clientâs lead to build insight and self-directed growth, which can be helpful for self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors - it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Elias works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and presenting concerns, and he adapts interventions as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Elias is delivered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent care from licensed professionals without travel, and they allow therapy to fit into busy or changing lives.

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