Claire Darling Watts is a designer turned therapist-in-training based in California. Inspired by nature’s tendency toward profound change, she specializes in complex relational trauma, neurodivergence, & depth psychology.
Perhaps you’re seeking therapy to rebuild a sense of connection — to yourself, to others, and beyond. Or maybe you’re being called to process painful experiences, intense emotions, and overwhelming sensations. Whatever brings you here, please know that you are not broken, and change is possible. It is true that starting can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone.
As a depth-oriented therapist, I work from a holistic, integrative lens. This means that my modalities make up the foundation upon which we can explore together, but really — there is no fixed path. There is just you and me and our shared commitment to your relief, and ultimately, your self-actualization.
The way we work is customized to you, always adapting to your evolution. I believe in a deeply collaborative process through which I invite all parts of you into the room with us: your desires, your defenses, your grief, your anger, your shame, your uncertainty. All of you is welcome here, without exception.
Complex relational trauma
C-PTSD & PTSD
Psychological abuse
Domestic violence
Sexual assault
Attachment patterns
Family dynamics
Enmeshment
Childhood wounding
Neurodivergence
Autism & ADHD
Highly sensitive people (HSP)
LGBTQIA+ identity
Sexuality & intimacy
Life transitions
Dreams & nightmares
Creative expression
Spirituality
Individual therapy
Adolescent/teen therapy
Relationship/couples therapy
Group therapy
MA, Clinical Psychology | Specialization, Spiritual & Depth Psychology | Antioch University Los Angeles
CAMFT Member | California Association of Marriage & Family Therapists
Clinical Training, Trauma Therapy | Peace Over Violence
Trauma-Informed Crisis Intervention Counselor Advocate | Peace Over Violence
Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Training | TF-CBTWeb2.0
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