LYRA MATIN, LMFT

I received a master’s degree in Clinical Counseling with emphasis in Depth Psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy from Pacifica Graduate Institute and a master’s degree in Spiritual Psychology with emphasis in Applied Coaching Modalities from the University of Santa Monica. I did my associate training at Coldwater Counseling Center, a non-profit agency specializing in Jungian Psychotherapy, and at a Military Hospital working with service members and their families, focusing on Trauma, Neurodivergence, and relational dynamics.

I am certified in Trauma Informed Care (TIC) from the Colorado Professional Development Center and The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), a non-invasive audio application of Dr. Steven Porges' Polyvagal Theory that calms anxiety and trauma-related challenges. I trained in Brainspotting (BSP), a brain-based modality that uses the visual field to access and heal unprocessed traumas in the subcortical brain.  Other modalities I use for trauma work include: Somatic Experiencing, Inner Child Work, Psychosynthesis, Parts Work or Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Family Constellations or Field Therapy based on the work of Bert Hellinger (addressing intergenerational trauma).

I practice Relational Life Therapy (RLT) by Terry Real and the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy along with other couple's work techniques to provide a comprehensive approach to assessing and treating relationship difficulties and teaching skills to help couples deepen and thrive in their relationship. 

Other methods I integrate in my practice include: Gestalt, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Non-linear Movement, Shadow Work, Active Imagination, Sand Play and Dream Work. I am also certified to administer the Focus Program from Integrated Listening Systems, using treated sound to facilitate neuroplastic brain changes to improve ADHD challenges. 

I have been fortunate to receive supervision from mentors with deep experience and backgrounds in Jungian Analysis or Analytical Psychology, Child and Family Psychology, and Integrative Psychotherapy. I have specialized training and experience supporting clients with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder),  childbirth trauma (effects on mother and child), developmental or childhood trauma, ADHD (Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder), Autism in children as well as late diagnosis of Autism in adults, military personnel and family related issues, and those in need of career counseling. I am an LGBTQIA+- and Neurodiversity-affirming therapist.

My voracious appetite for learning about psychology, spirituality, philosophy, creativity, and self-help tools in my ongoing personal growth journey, as well as my experience with PTSD and the hundreds of patients I have been privileged to encounter allows me to keep growing in this field. I am a researcher and knowledge synthesizer by nature and my job is endlessly fulfilling because it gives me the opportunity to constantly learn and share what I know. I love to read and enjoy providing book resources to those who want to do their own work outside of therapy.

My former occupation as a creative  and strategic marketing professional as well as my interest and experience in entrepreneurship and the arts enrich my ability to support high performers and individuals in creative fields, business, and leadership positions. I also love supporting other mental health providers. 

As a mother, I am interested in maternal mental health, prenatal and perinatal psychology, early childhood development, parenting, and neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD, giftedness, 2E or twice exceptional education). As a wife, I love learning about the intricacies of love relationships, human sexuality and growth through partnership. As a woman, I love helping people transform and bring awareness to harmful internalized patriarchal attitudes that keep women (and men alike) unable to access empowerment in their authentic selves and be in supportive and truly enlivening relationships with others.