Mindful Healing Therapy

A private practice for mental health therapy and wellness, located in Santa Monica, California.

Therapy that goes beyond insight

Sometimes, understanding why you feel a certain way isn’t enough to change how you experience it.
You may know where your patterns come from, recognize the dynamics that keep showing up in your relationships, and still find yourself responding in ways that feel difficult to change.
Therapy can offer a space to slow down, listen to what your mind and body are communicating, and develop a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships.
At Mindful Healing Therapy, I integrate somatic, relational, mindfulness-based, and depth-oriented approaches to help teens and adults cultivate greater self-awareness, emotional flexibility, and meaningful connection.
Together, we work toward more than symptom relief. We explore what it means to feel more grounded in yourself, more connected to others, and more intentional in how you move through the world.
Let’s Begin With a Conversation
Choosing a therapist is a personal decision. You deserve an opportunity to ask questions, share what you’re looking for, and get a sense of whether working together feels right.
I offer a free initial phone consultation for prospective clients.
What to expect
During our initial conversation, we can discuss:
What brings you to therapy at this point in your life
What you hope to gain from the therapeutic process
My approach and the services I offer
Practical questions about scheduling, fees, and availability
There is no expectation that you have everything figured out before reaching out.
Get in touch
Samantha Gando Sloan, LMFT
Santa Monica, California
Phone: (424) 208-1780
Email: info@mindfulhealingtherapy.org
Sessions: In-person and virtual, subject to availability and eligibility
I look forward to connecting with you.

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“TALK TO YOURSELF LIKE YOU WOULD TO SOMEONE YOU LOVE”

— Brene Brown

services

Now offering virtual online sessions

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individual therapy

Gain deeper meaning and understanding into yourself, and build a robust relationship with yourself and others

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family therapy

After each family session, communication and relationship exercises are practiced throughout the week

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PARENTS + TEENS

Increase your child’s overall functioning, improve their mental wellness, and strengthen your relationship

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I’m sure it may be hard to make that time and commitment to yourself, or you may feel discouraged or unsure on how to start the therapeutic process.
Ask yourself:
Are you tired of having to put on a smile and pretend like you have it all together?
Are you overextending yourself for others, and putting yourself on the back burner?
Do you feel like no matter what you do, you just don’t feel good enough?
It’s time you took care of YOU. You deserve it, and I am here to help you, by providing a space that is compassionate, nurturing, and empathic, while encouraging and guiding you to a deeper understanding of yourself, your thought processes, and your emotional experiences.

Treatment Information

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