| Occupation | Clinical Psychologist, EMDR therapist |
|---|---|
| Education | PhD Clinical Psychology — UCLA |
| Methods | EMDR, CBT, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness |
| Registration | California Board of Psychology (PSY31267) |
| Organization | EMDR Encyclopedia & Global Directory |
Dr. Michael Torres — California-licensed clinical psychologist and EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist based in Los Angeles, USA. He specializes in entertainment industry stress, creative blocks, and multicultural identity. Dr. Torres works with actors, writers, directors, musicians, and other creative professionals navigating the unique pressures of Hollywood and the LA arts scene.
| Issue | Methods |
|---|---|
| Creative blocks & performance anxiety | EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness |
| Entertainment industry stress & burnout | CBT, EMDR |
| Multicultural & bicultural identity | Narrative Therapy, EMDR |
| Rejection sensitivity & self-esteem | EMDR, CBT |
| Career uncertainty in the arts | Narrative Therapy, ACT |
| Childhood trauma & family of origin | EMDR |
Dr. Torres brings warmth, cultural humility, and a deep understanding of the creative process to his work. Having navigated both academic and artistic worlds, he knows firsthand how rejection, instability, and the pressure to "make it" can erode mental health. He uses EMDR to process the root experiences behind creative blocks and self-doubt, while Narrative Therapy helps clients rewrite the stories they tell themselves about their worth and identity. His clients include Emmy winners, first-time screenwriters, and everyone in between.
He offers in-person sessions in West Hollywood and telehealth across California.