Dr. Kate Truitt
Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Founder
About Dr. Kate Truitt
Dr. Kate Truitt is a neuroscientist and clinical psychologist with an M.B.A. in Healthcare Administration and has dedicated her life to advancing the treatment of trauma and stress-related disorders. She leads her flagship organization, Dr. Kate Truitt & Associates, headquartered in beautiful Old Town Pasadena. She is the CEO of the Trauma Counseling Center (TCC) with offices in West Hollywood and Studio City.
In 2014 Dr. Truitt also founded Viva Excellence to provide cutting-edge trainings and seminars that bring together the newest advancements in the fields of neuroscience, resiliency, as well as stress and trauma treatments.
Her research is on brain health during the recovery process, treatment outcomes, and psychophysiology. Her clinical practices and scientific studies have led Dr. Truitt to specialize in the treatment of traumatic stress and PTSD.
Dr. Truitt is a Havening Techniques Certified Trainer as well as the Global Director of Continuing Education. She also serves as Chairman of the Board for the Amy Research Foundation, a non-profit focused on advancing the role of brain science in psychotherapy.

Dr. Truitt truly believes that when we choose to let every moment of adversity strengthen and empower us we are choosing to be our strongest and most empowered selves. Her treatment model consists of three core pillars: trauma-informed, neuroscience-based, and resiliency-focused care, which empowers her and her team to be proactive guides in the client’s transformational journeys as they seek and obtain their fulfilled life.