Avery Garrett

Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW (he, they)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

3 Endorsed

727 2nd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Waitlist for new clients

(424) 401-0354

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Do you feel tortured by intrusive thoughts? Is your life ruled by a never-ending series of 'what-if's', each more horrifying than the last? You've been hiding your struggle behind a veil of people-pleasing, perfectionism, and other self-sacrificing behaviors, but it's getting exhausting. You're tired of the rituals, the constant reassurance seeking, and the disconnect you feel from your body and the humans around you. Trying to talk yourself out of a thought spiral only seems to make things worse and you're not sure how to move forward. It doesn't have to be like this! Recovery is within reach.

My expertise is in providing affirming care for queer, neurodivergent, and BIPOC clients who are grappling with OCD/anxiety, trauma, and relational issues. In addition to talk therapy, I offer specialized OCD and trauma treatments including ERP, I-CBT, and EMDR. I also run weekly process groups and enjoy working with partners/couples.

I believe everyone deserves a good therapist, because being a person is hard. Together we can begin to unpack the anxiety at a pace that feels safe and supportive. If you have questions about starting therapy, I encourage you to reach out! You are worthy of a rich, full life- one that isn’t defined by rumination, shame, and self-doubt.

Call or Email Avery Garrett now for a free 15 minute consultation - (424) 401-0354

My Practice at a Glance

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727 2nd Street

Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

(424) 401-0354

I specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Trauma and PTSD and LGBTQ+

$250 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and groups

Let's Connect (424) 401-0354

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

727 2nd Street

Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

(424) 401-0354

I specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Trauma and PTSD and LGBTQ+

$250 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and groups

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $250
Couple Sessions $275
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Out of Network

I do not file with insurance, but I can provide you with a monthly superbill to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 401-0354

Avery Garrett

Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW

I do not file with insurance, but I can provide you with a monthly superbill to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 401-0354

Avery Garrett

Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 112008 Supervised by Kristen Zaleski, LCSW, PhD (California / 24996) Avery Garrett
Membership with International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) 2023
Degree/Diploma from UCLA B.S., Cognitive Science
Attended University of Southern California, MSW

In addition to my clinical experience, I've also contributed to large scale OCD, anxiety, and PTSD research studies at Stanford, UCLA, and UCSF.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 401-0354

Avery Garrett

Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW

In addition to my clinical experience, I've also contributed to large scale OCD, anxiety, and PTSD research studies at Stanford, UCLA, and UCSF.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 401-0354

Avery Garrett

Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Trauma and PTSD
LGBTQ+

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Autism
Bisexual
Codependency
Depression
Grief
Hoarding
Lesbian
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Sexual Abuse
Sexual Addiction
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Transgender

My expertise is in providing affirming, inclusive care for anxious queer people. I have experience with all sources/manifestations of anxiety including OCD, panic, sensory overload, complex trauma, social anxiety, and perfectionism.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 401-0354

Avery Garrett

Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 401-0354

Avery Garrett

Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW

3 Endorsements

Andrew Borden

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Avery is one of the best humans I know doing this work. I have the pleasure of witnessing them as a co-facilitator and their ability to bring compassion, genuine curiosity, and their brilliant personality to each individual makes all the difference.

Evan Dunn

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Avery's keen intelligence and warmth are guaranteed to create a space of healing. His deft ability to think through problems and sit with pain will be immediately apparent to anyone who chooses to work with him.

Deepa Karmakar

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Avery is incredibly warm in his approach, and creates a space for you to do the work instead of apologizing for the hard time you're having. He is highly trained in supporting folks who are living with OCD and anxiety. 10/10 would always recommend!

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Attachment-based
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
EMDR
Emotionally Focused
Existential
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Gottman Method
Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Integrative
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Psychodynamic
Relational
Somatic
Trauma Focused

I am trained in several 'gold standard' interventions, including Exposure and Response Prevention and EMDR, but my approach is integrative, relational, and always tailored to your needs and goals. I am poly/ENM-friendly, culturally sensitive, neurodivergent-affirming, and practice from a Health at Every Size framework.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 401-0354

Avery Garrett

Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 401-0354

Avery Garrett

Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW

Groups

Queer People Pleasers

Hosted by

Avery Garrett

Virtual process group for members of the LGBTQIA+ community (18+) who identify as recovering people pleasers. Join us as we stop self-betraying, swallowing our emotions, and flexing way too hard on our boundaries!

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$60

Group Meets

Every Mon 7 P.M. - 8:15 P.M.

Email Avery Garrett about this group or call - (424) 401-0354

Support Group for 'Taboo' OCD Themes

Hosted by

Avery Garrett

'Taboo' obsessions including sexual, harm, negligence, and scrupulosity are among the most common but least discussed OCD themes. The purpose of this weekly support group is to combat the shame, misunderstanding, and stigma that OCD causes- you don't have to be alone with these thoughts! Open to adults of all genders, sexual orientations, races, and neurotypes.