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Svanfridur "Swany" Arnardottir

LPCC #11191 SafeSpace Psychotherapy
Telehealth Telehealth
Available next week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Cultural Adjustment, Domestic Abuse,
In network with Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Inland Empire Health Plan

Introduction

I’m a trauma therapist serving The High Desert and clients across California via telehealth. I specialize in trauma, complex trauma (C-PTSD), cult recovery, and religious trauma. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, hypervigilance, identity confusion, and lingering shame after coercive or abusive experiences. My approach is trauma-informed and focuses on creating safety first. We use grounding skills, nervous system regulation, and practical tools to reduce anxiety, then gently process deeper patterns and past experiences. I integrate somatic techniques, parts work, and EMDR therapy (coming soon). As a culturally competent therapist with lived experience navigating different cultures, I support immigrants and first-generation clients working through identity and belonging. I offer online therapy throughout California, with in-person sessions coming soon. This is a space to heal from trauma, rebuild self-worth, and move beyond survival mode.

PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts insurance

Licenses

  • LPCC #11191 (CA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Classes

Communities

  • Military/Veterans
  • Immigrants
  • Second Generation Immigrants
  • Cult survivors

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English
  • Icelandic

Faiths

  • Christian
  • Jehovah's Witnesses
  • Latter-day Saints/Mormon
  • Islam

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Svanfridur "Swany" Arnardottir accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Cigna
  • Inland Empire Health Plan

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Initial Assessment $130
  • Ongoing sessions, 60 min $120

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Mental Health Counseling - Capella University

Certifications

  • EMDR
  • Trauma
  • Motivational Interviewing

Professional Affiliations

  • CALPCC

FAQ

Is Svanfridur "Swany" Arnardottir accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Svanfridur "Swany" Arnardottir is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Svanfridur "Swany" Arnardottir also offers a free consultation.
Does Svanfridur "Swany" Arnardottir offer telehealth appointments? Svanfridur "Swany" Arnardottir does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Svanfridur "Swany" Arnardottir specialize in? Svanfridur "Swany" Arnardottir specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Cultural Adjustment, Depression, Domestic Abuse, Existential Crisis, Life Transitions, Multicultural Concerns, Peer Relationships, PTSD, Self Esteem, Trauma, and White Privilege.
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