Lucille Tran, APCC #17361

We all carry experiences that shape how we respond to the world, sometimes leaving us anxious, stuck in loops of obsessive thoughts, unable to calm our racing minds and bodies. Anxiety evolved to help us survive, but it hasn’t kept up with the pace of modern life. If you find yourself caught in tunnel vision, consumed by self-doubt, or losing sleep to rumination, I’m here to help.

Hello there! I’m Lucy. As an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, I bring a culturally responsive, trauma-informed lens to my work with individuals across the lifespan. I earned my Master’s in Counseling from Chapman University, with an LPCC emphasis and a Pupil Personnel Services Credential.

I have supported clients in a range of settings—from school-based programs to outpatient mental health care. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, self-doubt, addiction, life transitions, and identity-based stress.

Areas of Focus & Therapeutic Approach

I offer a therapeutic space that is warm, client-centered, and responsive to your needs—whether that’s simply listening, working through difficult emotions, or offering gentle guidance and challenge. I’m here to support you, not judge you. Some days, we’ll dive into the heavier stuff; other days, we’ll focus on getting through a tough week. Either way, I aim to create a space where you feel seen, heard, safe, and comfortable being yourself. I believe therapy doesn’t have to feel stiff or clinical; we can laugh, get real, and still do deep, meaningful work.

If your mind feels like it’s constantly running—looping through worst-case scenarios, intrusive thoughts, or mental “what-ifs”—you’re not alone. Many clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, or emotional reactivity. Whether you’re struggling with everyday stress or deeper-rooted fears, we’ll work together to help you feel more grounded, present, and in control. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you recognize how your thoughts shape your emotions and behaviors, challenge self-defeating beliefs, and develop healthier coping tools. 

For those who struggle with emotional intensity or interpersonal challenges, I integrate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to build skills around mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness—helping you manage difficult emotions, cope with things outside your control, and improve relationships.

Many clients are also healing from trauma, whether from a single event or ongoing relational wounds, abuse, neglect, or intergenerational harm. These experiences can lead to shame, disconnection, or a sense of being unsafe in your body or relationships. I approach this work through a trauma-informed and culturally responsive lens, using Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to help process and reframe trauma-related thoughts and beliefs. CPT focuses on helping clients understand and rewrite the unhelpful narratives that often arise after trauma, such as feeling responsible for what happened or believing they are fundamentally flawed. It’s highly effective for trauma-related anxiety, guilt, and emotional numbing, helping clients regain a sense of control over their emotional responses.

I also incorporate mindfulness and somatic practices to help clients reconnect with their bodies, regulate the nervous system, and foster a sense of safety and presence. For many, trauma can feel like being constantly on alert. You might feel your heart racing, your muscles tensed, or your mind overwhelmed with a constant sense of danger, even when there’s no immediate threat. These tools can help you slow down, tune into your body, and create space for calm, even when everything inside feels frantic. They’re especially useful when words alone aren’t enough, as they allow you to ground yourself, release tension, and process trauma on a more physical level.

Many people come to therapy feeling stuck—not because they don’t want things to change, but because it’s hard to know where to begin. I use Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help explore ambivalence and move toward change. This often connects with identity work: figuring out what matters to you, what no longer fits, and how to live more in alignment with your values. For second-generation clients, this may include examining cultural expectations, questioning inherited beliefs, and building a version of self that feels more integrated and authentic.

In my work with couples and families, I emphasize emotional attunement, open communication, and boundary-setting. We focus on understanding the underlying patterns that fuel conflict or disconnection—like unspoken needs or unresolved hurt—and work toward rebuilding trust, understanding, and emotional closeness.

One Step at a Time

I know how difficult it can be to reach out for support, especially if you’ve been minimizing your struggles for so long. Therapy is a brave act of finding, reclaiming, or cultivating your voice and your agency. You don’t have to have the right words, a specific “goal,” or a polished version of yourself to begin. You just have to show up. And I’ll be right there with you. 

My hope is to walk with you as you create a calmer, safer space within your mind & body—one that feels more like home.

I offer a complimentary 20-minute consultation to discuss your unique needs and explore how we can work together to achieve your therapeutic goals. This initial meeting is an opportunity for us to connect, and for you to ask any questions you may have about the therapeutic process.

As someone who is Vietnamese and speaks the language conversationally, I offer therapy primarily in English. That said, I’m happy to incorporate Vietnamese as needed to help you feel more at ease and supported.

Please do not hesitate to contact me for a free 20-minute consultation.

Individual therapy sessions are 50 minutes/$140 per session and couples sessions are 50 minutes/$160 per session. 

Email: lutran.therapy@gmail.com

 Phone #: (949) 414-9310