You’ve spent years holding it all together, but inside, something feels off. Maybe it looks like high-functioning anxiety, low motivation, or feeling emotionally flat. Maybe it’s a quiet sense of “something is missing,” even though life appears full. Maybe you're in the midst of a life transition — a shift in identity, purpose, relationships, or stage of life — and you're not sure who you are anymore. You’ve tried to think your way through it. You’ve read the books, stayed busy, pushed forward. But deep down, you know this requires something different—something more profound. If you resonate with any of this, you’re not alone. I specialize in working with adults who are ready to slow down and explore the inner landscape that often gets ignored — the parts of ourselves that don’t show up on the surface, but shape everything underneath. My clients are thoughtful, self-aware, and deeply tired of staying stuck. They’re often navigating: A midlife crisis or major life transition Menopause or identity shifts related to aging Low self-worth, shame, or chronic people-pleasing Overthinking and high internal pressure Feeling disconnected from their joy, purpose, or body A sense of numbness, loss, or emotional confusion Many have spent years succeeding on the outside while feeling disconnected or unfulfilled inside. They don’t want band-aid solutions — they want real, lasting change. My approach is depth-oriented, relational, and insight-driven. I don’t believe in quick fixes. Therapy with me is about gently peeling back the layers — roles, expectations, early attachment patterns — to reconnect with the core of who you are. My work is rooted in: Attachment-Based Therapy – to help you understand how early relationships shape emotional patterns Depth Psychology – for uncovering unconscious beliefs and internal narratives EMDR Therapy – to process trauma and create new emotional pathways Psychodynamic Therapy & Mindfulness – to integrate past and present with awareness and compassion Together, we create a space where you can be deeply seen and gently challenged — a space where real transformation becomes possible. I hold a Master’s in Clinical Counseling from the California School of Professional Psychology and have advanced training in EMDR, psychodynamic therapy, trauma-informed care, and somatic practices. I am multilingual (English, Italian, and Spanish) and bring a culturally inclusive lens to my work. Prior to becoming a therapist, I worked in creative industries and international environments — so I understand the pressures of fast-paced, high-expectation lives, and the emotional cost that comes with constantly "performing." Ready to begin? I see clients in Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, and virtually across California. If you're seeking deeper meaning, emotional relief, or simply a safe space to rediscover yourself, I’d be honored to walk with you. 📍 In-person and Telehealth Available 🌐 www.lauramalandrino.com 📧 [email protected] 📞 (747) 334-2972

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to people’s inner worlds — to understanding what’s beneath the surface of their success, their strength, their stories. I’ve always felt a natural pull to connect, to hold space, and to offer others the kind of understanding I believe we’re all quietly craving. But for years, I was also chasing — achievement, structure, doing everything “right.” I knew how to perform, how to show up, how to give. What I didn’t yet know was how to be with myself — with my discomfort, my uncertainty, my truth. It wasn’t until I turned that attention inward that everything began to shift. I started to understand the patterns that were running in the background of my life — the ways I had internalized pressure, perfectionism, and self-doubt. The more I explored, the more I began to experience a kind of peace I hadn’t even realized I was missing. That inner clarity didn’t make life perfect — but it made it feel more real. More spacious. More mine. Now, I support others in doing that same deep, life-changing work. Many of my clients are thoughtful, high-functioning, and externally “put together,” yet internally feel stuck, numb, or disconnected. They’ve mastered the art of managing life — but they’re ready to move beyond coping, into something deeper: real self-understanding, grounded confidence, and emotional freedom. And that’s where the real transformation begins. Not by fixing what’s broken — but by reconnecting with what’s been buried, silenced, or forgotten. That’s the work I’m honored to do every day.