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A Healing Guided Meditation to SNAP the Brain out of Anxiety w/ Dr. Kate Truitt
Connecting with the Present in Time of Stress.
In this psychoeducational video, Dr. Kate Truitt gently explores why some events seem to trigger bigger reactions than others. Our brains, it turns out, are deeply influenced by what we’ve been through in the past. So, when something happens that feels similar to a past experience—whether we’re fully aware of it or not—our mind and body can respond as if we’re back in that moment again.
This understanding can be really freeing. When we become more aware of what’s happening inside us before we react, we can begin to make more conscious choices about how we respond—bringing us back to a place of calm and control.
How Does Anxiety Impact our Thoughts, Feelings and Sense of Safety?
CPR for the Amygdala:
A Tool to Release Stress and Create Calm in 5 Minutes or Less.
Support & Recovery Resources
for the Southern California Fires
We Are in This Together. We Are Here For You.
“For our physiology to calm down, heal and grow, we need a visceral feeling of safety.”
– Bessel van der Kolk
Wildfires leave more than just physical destruction in their wake—they impact mental health, emotional resilience, and the nervous system’s ability to feel safe again. Whether you’re navigating the immediate aftermath of the 2025 California fires or working through long-term recovery, we’re here to help.
This resource hub is designed to provide science-backed, trauma-informed strategies for managing stress, rebuilding emotional strength, and fostering resilience in the face of disaster. From guided exercises for calming the nervous system to practical tools for coping with loss and uncertainty, our goal is to support you in finding stability and hope.
You are not alone in this journey. Recovery isn’t just about rebuilding homes—it’s about reclaiming a sense of safety and connection. Let’s take the next step together.
Healing After the Fires: Accessible Support and Free Resources
The impact of wildfires extends far beyond what’s visible. The stress, grief, and uncertainty can take a toll on your nervous system, making it difficult to feel safe, think clearly, or even rest. In response to the devastating California fires, we are offering free and low-cost resources to help you regain stability, process trauma, and rebuild resilience.
The Healing Handbook
A free, neuroscience-informed toolkit for those impacted by the Eaton Canyon Fire.
When everything feels shattered, your brain does what it was designed to do: scan for danger and try to keep you alive. In the aftermath of the Eaton Canyon Fire, that survival system can stay switched on long after the flames are gone. You might notice hypervigilance, anxiety, numbness, irritability, sleep disruption, intrusive thoughts, or grief that hits in waves and makes no sense on a clock. None of that means you’re “doing it wrong.” It means your nervous system is still working overtime to protect you.
The Healing Handbook is a free, neuroscience-informed toolkit created to help you find steadier ground—without toxic positivity, without pressure to “move on,” and without pretending you’re fine. This is practical support you can use immediately, even if you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or functioning on fumes. It’s designed to meet you where you are and give you small, doable steps that help your body and brain come back into alignment.
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Free Resilient Brain Toolkit: Tools to Rewire for Resilience
Your brain is built to heal. This free, science-backed Resilient Brain Toolkit includes practical exercises designed to calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and support emotional recovery. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, overwhelm, or difficulty sleeping, these tools can help you start the healing process.
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Recovery takes time, but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you need immediate tools, individual support, or a community to lean on, we’re here to help.
Additional Trauma Resources at Dr. Kate Truitt & Associates
At Dr. Kate Truitt & Associates, we believe in equipping our communities with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to thrive. In addition to individual therapy, we offer specialized services and free resources designed to support every stage of your mental health journey.
Healthy Intimacy Group Therapy – A supportive space to explore emotional and physical intimacy, heal past relational wounds, and build deeper, more fulfilling connections.
Thrive: Living Beyond Anxiety Group – 12-week psychotherapy group helps members understand the neuroscience of anxiety and its role in our lives, while building a calm, resilient relationship with brain and mind.
Neurofeedback & Biofeedback – Science-backed techniques to help regulate stress, improve emotional resilience, and optimize mental clarity by training your brain and nervous system.
Couples Therapy & Relationship Counseling – Whether you’re navigating relationship challenges, communication struggles, or major life transitions, we provide expert guidance to foster stronger, healthier connections.
Free Downloadable Resources – Access a library of free tools, guided exercises, and science-based strategies to support your emotional well-being and personal growth at your own pace.
Your healing journey doesn’t have to wait. Explore these resources or contact us at (626) 524-5525 to discover the support that’s right for you.
Therapy Tailored for You
Our Pasadena-based therapy practice offers individualized mental health support for anyone seeking growth, healing, and emotional well-being. Whether you prefer in-person sessions or secure telehealth therapy, our expert clinicians integrate Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Action and Commitment Therapy Emotion Focused Treatments, mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and neuroscience-based interventions to help you navigate life’s challenges.
For some, therapy is about untangling old narratives that no longer serve them. For others, it’s about learning new ways to manage emotions, set healthy boundaries, and rediscover their sense of self. It’s a journey of self-discovery and healing, and we’re here to walk it with you.
Start Your Healing Journey Today
Located in Pasadena, California, we proudly serve clients throughout Los Angeles, Glendale, Burbank, Arcadia, and beyond through both in-person therapy and online sessions. If you’re ready to take the first step toward emotional well-being, we’re here to support you.
Contact us today at (626) 524-5525 or send us an email at info@drtruitt.com to schedule your first session. You don’t have to navigate this alone—we’re here whenever you’re ready.
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