LEXI MICHAUD, Holistic TRAUMA Therapist in CA

“You learned how to survive early. You read rooms before you spoke. You became self-sufficient and hyper-aware. You became the “strong one.”

You’re not TOO much. You’re NOT difficult to love.

You might still replay conversations, question your reactions, or wonder why certain things affect you so deeply when you “should be fine by now”. You might look successful on the outside with holding a job, caring for others, achieving goals. Meanwhile you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or constantly on edge underneath it all.

NONE OF THIS MEANS YOU’RE BROKEN. AND YOU DON’T HAVE TO NAVIGATE IT ALL ALONE ANYMORE.

Lexi Michaud, Holistic Trauma Therapist at Holistic Trauma Therapy

Hi, I’m LEXI.

I help clients explore their inner world, heal from past experiences, and cultivate the skills needed to live as their true selves.

I work with individuals, families, and couples who are motivated to engage deeply in the work of healing and growth. Together, we slow down, listen deeply to what is emerging in the present moment, and create space for new ways of being that feel grounded, intentional, and aligned with your true self. Through this holistic process, space opens for deeper connection, intentional living, and a more authentic expression of who you are.

When we feel stuck, it is often an invitation to pause and listen more closely. The patterns that shape our lives are not random; they are responses to experiences that deserve understanding. In a supportive and collaborative space, we explore the narratives that have influenced your sense of self and bring awareness to how they unfold in the present moment.

Healing unfolds holistically through insight, embodied awareness, and meaningful connection. As you become more attuned to yourself and your relational world, new choices emerge. My role is to offer a grounded, attentive presence as you move toward greater wholeness and alignment.

Registered Associate Marriage & Family Therapist (157042)

Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (19968)

Supervised by Dr. Michael Grey, PsyD, LMFT (136636)

Are you living a life that truly reflects who you are, or one that was written for you by circumstance, expectation, or survival?

I believe authentic living begins with noticing how trauma, survival, and the expectations of the world around you have shaped your life, empowering you to step into a path that truly reflects who you are.

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Areas of Focus

INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
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  • Emotional & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery

  • Healing from Dysfunctional Family Dynamics (including alcoholics)

  • Sexual Trauma

  • Partners of Sexual Trauma Survivors

  • Life Transitions, Identity Concerns, and timeline-related Anxiety in your 30s

  • High Functioning Anxiety

COUPLES THERAPY
COUPLES THERAPY
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  • High Conflict Couples

  • First Responder Couples

  • Couples with Trauma Histories

FAMILY THERAPY
FAMILY THERAPY
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  • High Conflict Families

  • Families with Trauma Histories

My background & training

I rely on evidence-based care while also incorporating knowledge from my own struggles in life to support you in your healing journey.

    • M.S. in Counseling (Marriage & Family Therapy Concentration) - California State University, Fullerton

    • B.A. in Psychology, University of La Verne

    • Integrative Somatic Parts Work Certification (Level 1, 2, & 3) - The Embody Lab

    • Relational Life Therapy, Level 1 - Relational Life Institute

    • CAMFT

    • OC-CAMFT

  • Supervised by Dr. Michael Grey, PsyD, LMFT, ABS (136636)

  • I take a deeply relational and collaborative approach to therapy. I see the work we do together as a human-to-human connection, not just therapist and client. The relationship we build becomes the foundation for a supportive, judgment-free space where we can explore whatever you’re carrying and make sense of it together.

  • You’re unique, and your path to healing should reflect that. I take a holistic, trauma-informed, and culturally aware approach that honors all parts of who you are. I work through a systemic lens, meaning I consider the broader context of your life—your relationships, family, culture, and environment—because none of us exist in isolation. I also believe the body is full of wisdom and incorporate somatic awareness in my work. While I bring my experience to our sessions, I fully believe you are the expert of your own experience. And because humor can be deeply human and healing, I like to weave it into our sessions to bring lightness and connection along the way.

  • My approach is integrative and systemic, recognizing that each person’s challenges arise within the context of relationships, experiences, and the body. I draw from Narrative, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, somatic work, and parts work to meet each client’s unique needs.

    Psychodynamic: exploring formative experiences and relational patterns that shape present challenges.

    Narrative: examining the stories you carry and creating space to re-author them in empowering ways.

    Gestalt: cultivating awareness of your present-moment experience, helping you recognize unmet needs and unresolved emotions.

    Parts Work: connecting with the different aspects of yourself, fostering internal dialogue, understanding, and self-compassion.

    Somatic: attending to how experiences are held in the body, promoting regulation and groundedness.

What’s it like to work with me

TRAUMA therapy

SOMATIC therapy

SEX THERAPY FOR SURVIVORS OF ABUSE

Transpersonal experiences

Healing is Possible.

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