Tired of running on empty looking after everyone, except yourself?
You are allowed to want more for yourself.
Trauma therapy for women who grew up too fast, who worry about getting other people ahead, and are ready to stop feeling burnout. If you were a parentified daughter, you may have experienced the pressure being perfect that's now costing you joy in relationships and the inability to enjoy the life you have worked hard to build.
Perhaps you feel as if you have abandonned yourself constantly being responsible for your family whether it’s your parents, your siblings, partner, or everyone else in between.
Secretly, you worry about the brain fog, forgetting simple things or feeling disconnected from yourself. You're beginning to wonder if it's ADHD, trauma, panic attacks or something else.
Lately, you may notice you no longer recognize yourself. The woman who was able to take care of everyone is now depleted and exhausted. You no longer feel capable. Showing up takes much internal convincing.
And when you think about what you need, you experience a tremendous amount of guilt! That might look like doubting yourself or your needs.
When High Functioning Burnout is Rooted in Childhood Survival. You don't need to continue putting other people first.
These are all common signs that you may be dealing with unresolved childhood trauma, pent up grief, that is showing up as panic attacks, anxiety, or depression, and that it may be time to get the support you need and deserve.
Shrinking
You learned to ignore your needs because you there was no space in the family for them.
Mom of the Group
You feel an urge to solve everyone's problems, yet face intense guilt the moment you try to rest.
Unacknowledged Resentment
Carrying years of unexpressed resentment towards a parent while torn between your own peace and the guilt of stepping back.
Ignored in Relationships
You are in one sided relationships. You feel lonely in the same room, swallowing your needs or enduring days of silent treatment to avoid conflict.
Health Scares
Physically you struggle with aches, pain, gut issues, other health conditions from unspoken stress.
You are Grieving a Divorce
Years after the divorce you still feel rejection, abandonment, or not good enough. You are afraid of dating again.
When the Weight of Trauma Means it's time for Somatic Therapy in La Habra, CA
Guilt no longer feels like a valid reason to suffer. You realize that the expense of your mental health is no longer suistanable.
Believing that asking for anything is too much leaving you quickly saying yes, when all of you wants to say no.
You want to know who you are. You're ready to discover your own identity, boundaries, and desires outside of your family role.
You desperately want to free yourself from responsibilities, but don't know how.
Your body is screaming for a reset. You can no longer ignore the aches, pains, digestive issues, or racing heart when you want to relax.
You are ready to stop managing everyone else's crises and finally have a space where someone cares for you.
Welcome, I'm Alejandra Kenia Ipina, LMFT #127755
Trauma & Somatic Therapist in La Habra, CA
I know first hand what it’s like to navigate the deep discomfort of first-gen healing. I know what it feels like to plant new beliefs for your family tree, all while quietly battling the anxiety, the worry, and the constant, ruminating thoughts of “Am I doing enough?”
But I also know what happens on the other side of that discomfort. The pure joy of watching those new, healthy beliefs bloom both in your family of origin and in the new family you get to create.
You don’t have to endure the weight alone anymore. If you are tired of the self-neglect, and incredibly ready for change, I am here to help you heal, release and return home to yourself.
Nourish yourself. Heal generations. Offering services in English and Spanish.
I am an intuitive, deeply attuned therapist who blends traditional psychology with somatic and energetic healing to help you feel confident with your inner wisdom.
Clients describe my presence as warm and grounding. Together, we use tools that go far beyond traditional talk therapy, creating a space where you can finally quiet the external noise and learn to listen to your own inner wisdom.
You don't have to figure it out alone anymore. Save yourself the time and stress.
Take 15 minutes to prioritize your healing.
Women's Mental Health Services in
La Habra, CA
Anxiety Therapy
Is your control hypervigilance in disguise?
Over thinking, over planning and feeling rigid are signs of survival responses. When your nervous system doesn't feel safe, control becomes your safety.
Anxiety Therapy in La Habra, CA we help you heal what's driving, so your body can finally feel safe to let go.
Depression Therapy
Is your depression telling you what your voice hasn't been allowed to say?
Abandoning your needs for one-sided relationships eventually causes your body to collapse.
Depression Therapy in La Habra, CA helps you set boundaries and reclaim your energy.
Chronic Illness Therapy
Is your body flaring up from carrying stress that isn't yours?
Unprocessed family conflict and harsh self-judgment don't just stay in your mind they manifest as physical illness, pain, and exhaustion.
Chronic illness therapy in La Habra, CA helps you explore your body's signals and find ease.
Trauma Therapy
Reacting like a younger, helpless version of yourself?
When past trauma injuries get triggered an old part of you takes over.
We help you untangle old shame and fear so you can live in the present.
Former Client's Experince with Trauma and Somatic Therapy
in La Habra, CA
Client Testimonials
Therapy with Kenia is like talking to a friend. I felt welcomed and non judged for what I shared. I learned tools to practice in my day to day. I learned to accept things I couldn't change, but also, acceptance in me and how to truly become more confident.
Client Testimonials
I cannot express enough gratitude for the guidance I’ve received from Alejandra. From our very first session, she created a safe environment where I felt heard and understood. She has helped me in processing and healing from recent trauma, as well as confront some deeply rooted memories from my childhood and upbringing. Since meeting with her weekly, I have seen great improvement in managing my anxiety as well as my overall outlook on life. She has truly made a positive impact, and I am immensely grateful for her expertise, skill and dedication.
Client Testimonials
Kenia goes above and beyond for her clients. She helped me navigate significant mental health challenges with patience and comfort. Her softer approach has been instrumental in my progress, and I highly recommend her for anyone seeking to regain their mental strength.
Client Testimonials
In just a few months, I've made groundbreaking insights and progress with my inner child and present self. This approach to therapy has been more effective than 15 years of previous attempts, bringing immediate and transformative changes to my life. I highly recommend working with Kenia.
Client Testimonials
I suffer from a lot of anxiety /depression and pent up energy from that anxiety. Kenia has really helped me slow down and be present and in-tune with my body. As I tend to live in my head her exercises and meditations really help me access the root emotion and where that is being trapped in my body. I used to think therapy was talking at someone and now working with Kenia it honestly makes me feel like I'm listening to myself for the first time. This isn't just storytelling about my traumas this is tapping into parts of me that I have been to scared to open. I have a lot more healing and discovering to do but Kenia has been the absolute best at being patient with me and working through my thoughts/emotions with me.
Frequently Asked Questions About Trauma &
Somatic Therapy in La Habra, CA
Not at all. I specialize in supporting high-achieving women, eldest daughters, and mothers, regardless of your background. Whether we draw from traditional psychotherapy, somatic work, Reiki, Sound Healing or Biodecoding, our main focus is listening to your nervous system, and finding what brings you relief.
Note: holistic modalities complement your overall well-being and are designed to support, not replace, medical care.
Not unless that is something you explicitly want. We honor your cultural values and the deep love you have for your family. My goal isn't to dismantle your relationships, but rather stay connected without losing yourself or burning out in the process. We work on creating healthy internal boundaries that protect your peace while respecting your roots.
That is completely normal. Living in your head is a survival pattern that kept you safe for years! We move at a pace that respects your comfort level. Somatic therapy doesn't force intensity rather we bring awareness to your body's signals allowing you to learn their message and release stored tension without being overwhelmed.
We typically start with weekly individual sessions. Meeting weekly at the beginning helps us build a strong therapeutic connection, create momentum, and establish consistent skills.
As you build internal balance, and your healing feels more complete, we will gradually taper session frequency to support your transition out of care while maintaining your progress. We will discuss the exact rhythm during your initial consult.
Yes, I offer both in-network, and out-of-network options:
In Network Insurance: I'm currently in-network with Optum Behavioral Health, (California) for standard psychotherapy. Holistic modalities like Reiki and Sound Healing are self-pay services.
Out of Network Benefits (PPO): If you have a PPO plan, you may be eligible for reimbursement. To make this process seamless, I partner with Mentaya to automatically file out-of-network claims on your behalf at the standard $235 rate; saving you from paperwork.
I am an outpatient provider and do not offer 24/7 crisis services. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 988, 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.
Step 1: Book Your Complimentary Consult
Pick your time. It takes less than 2 minutes.
Select "New Client Consult" to choose a complimentary private 15 minute call. If a time is not available, feel free to send a message.
Step 2: Have a Quick Intro Call
Have a quick intro call.
15 minute no pressure call.
We'll hop on the phone to discuss what you're experiencing, whether you are looking for support, soothing sound session or Reiki. It's simply a chance to ensure we're a good fit.
Step 3: Creating your Plan
Creating your plan
If it feels right, we will schedule your first session, and design a plan that respects your healing goals. There is never an obligation to commit.
