Psychologist | Gauri Savla, Ph.d.

WHEN I AM AMONG THE TREES
by Mary Oliver

When I am among the trees,
especially the willows and the honey locust,
equally the beech, the oaks and the pines,
they give off such hints of gladness.
I would almost say that they save me, and daily.
I am so distant from the hope of myself,
in which I have goodness, and discernment,
and never hurry through the world
but walk slowly, and bow often.
Around me the trees stir in their leaves
and call out, “Stay awhile.”
The light flows from their branches.
And they call again, “It’s simple,” they say,
“and you too have come
into the world to do this, to go easy, to be filled
with light, and to shine.”

Painting by Mary Helmreich; "Along the Pacific Coast Highway"

WELCOME.

I am thrilled that you are considering therapy.

My mission as a psychotherapist has been to create a warm, judgement-free space where my clients feel seen, heard, and deeply cared for. As a relational therapist, I strive to build a trusting and compassionate relationship with my clients so that they may establish deeper connections with themselves and others in their lives outside of therapy.

In therapy, you will feel safe, begin healing, and learn to be comfortable with discomfort. You will experience growth at your own pace, as you learn to embrace who you are in the here and now. I will support you each step of the way.

I value sharing physical space with my clients. However, for my own safety and that of my clients, I am only offering in-person sessions to clients who have had the full schedule of the COVID-19 vaccines. I am also happy to continue offering telemedicine (virtual) sessions, if that is your preference.

Please reach out via phone or text [(213) 640-7925] or email (drgsavla@gmail.com) for a free consultation. I look forward to knowing you.

-Gauri