Ellen Goldsmith

Ellen Goldsmith is a seasoned clinical social worker and therapist with nearly 30 years of experience in both private practice and inpatient psychiatric settings. She is dedicated to the needs and unique circumstances of each individual she supports, emphasizing personal empowerment, boundary setting, and self-respect. Ellen is well-versed in coordinating comprehensive services with fellow professionals and adept at guiding clients through challenging life stages, including grief from loss, divorce, illness, and other life transitions. Her expertise extends to addressing issues of abuse, particularly within middle and upper-middle-class relationships, where she has trained professional responders for three decades. As a clinician and supervisor, Ellen has treated a broad spectrum of psychological concerns, with particular interest in addiction issues—ranging from substances to food, gambling, and sex—alongside challenges related to personal boundaries and power dynamics. She holds an additional MA in Jewish Communal Service and incorporates spiritual influences into her practice as appropriate. Ellen works with a diverse clientele, from adolescents to seniors in their 80s, within a vibrant practice that includes multiple therapists and interns under her supervision. Located on the Orange County and Los Angeles County border, her practice is easily accessible via major freeways.