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Therapy for Doctors, Physicians, & Medical Professionals in California
You've spent years caring for others, but who's caring for you? Medical professionals face unique stressors that few truly understand—burnout, compassion fatigue, and the weight of high-stakes decisions. At Therapy Collective of California, we provide a space where you can step out of the caregiver role and focus on your own healing and growth through specialized therapy for physicians.
If you’re a physician struggling in silence, know that you’re not alone.
You understand the human body better than most, yet understanding your own emotional landscape can feel like unfamiliar territory. As a physician, you navigate immense pressure daily, and that takes a toll. Many of the medical professionals we work with finally reach out for support when they're experiencing:
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Burnout and compassion fatigue from the relentless demands of patient care
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Work-life imbalance that leaves little room for relationships or personal fulfillment
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Perfectionism and self-criticism that makes it hard to acknowledge your own needs
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Difficulty with vulnerability and intimacy in personal relationships
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Imposter syndrome despite years of training and expertise
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Anxiety and stress that follows you home from the hospital or clinic
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You don't have to navigate these challenges alone. Therapy offers a confidential space to process the emotional weight of your profession while reconnecting with who you are beyond your white coat.
How therapy can help physicians
Build emotional resilience
Improve work-life balance
Strengthen relationships & intimacy
Reconnect with your authentic self
Therapy can provide you with practical tools to regulate stress and anxiety, helping you stay grounded even during the most demanding shifts. With evidence-based approaches, you'll develop healthier coping mechanisms that support both your personal and professional life.
Beyond learning coping skills to use right away, you’ll begin to explore the patterns that keep you overworking and over-functioning. Therapy helps you set boundaries, prioritize self-care, and create space for the relationships and activities that bring you joy outside of medicine.
Medical training often emphasizes emotional detachment—which serves you well at work—but can present challenges if it spills into personal relationships. In therapy, you'll learn to be more vulnerable, connected, and present with the people who matter most.
Counseling offers a space where you can reconnect with who you are beyond your professional identity. Together, we’ll process the disconnect between external success and internal fulfillment, helping you align your life with your deepest values and desires.
Meet Samantha Potthoff
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Therapist for medical professionals in California
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As a licensed therapist with education in neuroscience and a previous career in medicine, Samantha brings a unique understanding to her work with physicians. Her experience working in healthcare solidified her fascination with the mind-body connection, and she weaves in this perspective in her work as a psychotherapist.
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In addition to this holistic approach to working with physicians and other medical professionals, Samantha blends both practical skill-building and depth-oriented therapy techniques. This integrative lens helps healthcare workers get the support they need to both start managing day-to-day challenges and get to the root of their issues to foster sustainable, long-term healing.
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Offers therapy for physicians ✓
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Credentials: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
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Location: Beverly Hills, CA 90211
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Virtual therapy: Yes, available throughout California
What to expect from the therapy process
Initial consultation
During your free consultation call, we'll discuss your concerns, answer questions about our approach, and determine if we're the right fit. This is a no-pressure conversation designed to help you feel comfortable and informed before committing to the process.
Building foundation
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Your early sessions focus on creating a safe, trusting relationship while exploring what brings you to therapy. We'll identify your goals and begin understanding the patterns that may be keeping you stuck.
Active therapeutic work
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Through personalized treatment incorporating modalities like psychodynamic therapy, IFS, CBT, and ERP, we'll address the root causes of your challenges. You'll gain insight, develop new skills, and experience meaningful shifts in how you relate to yourself and others.
Sustained growth & integration
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As therapy progresses, you'll integrate new patterns into your daily life. Many clients find they feel more confident, balanced, and connected—both in their personal relationships and professional roles.
Why work with Therapy Collective of California
Finding the right therapist matters, especially when you need someone who understands the unique pressures of the medical profession. Our practice offers specialized support for high-achieving professionals like you:
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Medical background: Samantha's experience in medicine means she understands your world on a deeper level than most therapists
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Integrative methodology: We blend traditional psychotherapy with innovative treatments like Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
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Flexible scheduling: In-person and virtual options to accommodate demanding schedules
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Tailored approach: Every treatment plan is thoughtfully customized to your unique needs
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Confidential and professional: A safe space where you can be honest without judgment​​
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If you’re still unsure whether we’re the right fit, we invite you to schedule a free consultation call so we can speak directly.
FAQs about therapy for doctors
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You've dedicated your life to healing others—now it's time to invest in your own well-being. Whether you're navigating burnout, seeking better work-life balance, or simply wanting to feel more fulfilled, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and create the fulfilling life you want.