As a licensed Psychologist in California and a formally certified EMDR trauma therapist, I bring 12 years of dedicated experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate emotional landscapes, with specialized expertise in the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, stress management, and personal growth.
I offer a compassionate, affirming approach that honors each person's unique journey. My work focuses on addressing diverse experiences including communication challenges, life transitions, self-esteem, isolation, workplace dynamics, and interpersonal relationships.
My therapeutic approach is collaborative and person-centered, designed to help you develop deeper self-understanding, build resilience, and create meaningful personal transformation. I believe in creating a supportive environment where you can explore your experiences, heal from past challenges, and develop stronger, more authentic connections with yourself and others.
I am particularly passionate about utilizing evidence based psychotherapeutic techniques like CBT, EMDR and ISTDP in my practice with a goal of moving you towards achieving your therapeutic goals. As a formally certified EMDR therapist, I use the EMDR protocol—a powerful tool that incorporates bilateral stimulation (e.g., eye movements)—to help the mind effectively reprocess and heal from traumatic memories.
Whether you're struggling with personal growth, relationship dynamics, or navigating complex emotional terrain, I'm here to support you with warmth, empathy, respect, and professional guidance.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Career difficulties, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Aging and geriatric issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Multicultural concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexuality, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
CA Psychologist 26663
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Pawel Boyd. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Dr boyd is truly thoughtful , knowledgeable, insightful, intelligent and truly cares he is also a active listener and dose his best to provide to you what you exactly need if he’s unable to give you what you need he gives you the tools and resources to lead you to what you may need to explore on your own as it is your journey I would recommend him as I feel he is a great therapist and I have only been going to him consistently for three months and I have seen a great rebirth within myself
Written on Nov 11, 2025 after therapy with Pawel for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Thank you Dr. Boyd, is all i can say.
Written on Sep 08, 2025 after therapy with Pawel for 2 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
I feel incredibly lucky to have been matched with Dr. Pawel Boyd through BetterHelp. From our very first session, I could sense his genuine care and deep expertise in the mental health field. He’s a truly gifted EMDR practitioner—each session brought significant emotional relief, and I often left feeling lighter and more grounded than when I arrived.
Dr. Boyd has a real talent for helping me see things from a new, healthier perspective. His thoughtful suggestions and the helpful video resources he’s shared have been game-changers for me. He’s also an exceptional listener who manages to offer insightful feedback without ever feeling intrusive or prescriptive.
He’s consistently on time, professional, and fully present in each session, which has helped build a strong sense of trust. While I know BetterHelp doesn’t have many EMDR therapists with open appointments, I feel really fortunate to have regular access to someone as skilled and compassionate as Dr. Boyd. Whether I’m seeing him weekly or bi-monthly, every session feels valuable.
Wonderful therapist—highly recommend!
Written on Jul 20, 2025 after therapy with Pawel for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and career difficulties
I've only had a couple of sessions with Dr Boyd, and so far I am really impressed. He has also checked in on me regularly via DM's - which has been really nice. I look forward to our sessions.
Written on Jul 05, 2025 after therapy with Pawel for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching