https://www.growingglimmers.com/contact daily 0.75 2025-06-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60404200e0929446ee4d45cf/9166d08d-5d48-4540-b7b7-70ec184c53b5/Screenshot+2025-06-02+at+10.48.23%E2%80%AFPM.png https://www.growingglimmers.com/general-1 daily 0.75 2025-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60404200e0929446ee4d45cf/1615683654022-D9YNVZ1FF7YWJCX9C9R2/IMG-4267.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60404200e0929446ee4d45cf/b2776429-37ed-47b8-92a0-bcae8eb9c7a0/IMG_5885.jpg Home - My Approach Humans are social beings that require connection in order to survive and thrive. I believe that many of our present day difficulties are created when we have unmet needs (i.e. be seen, protected, heard, supported, loved in the ways we desire). The most effective solution to this can be meeting the need(s) in a safe, supportive relationship. Regarding safety: My top priority in the therapy room is to ensure that my clients feel as safe and comfortable as possible. Through the lenses of treating the nervous system (polyvagal theory) and interpersonal neurobiology, we will work together to establish a greater sense of safety within your own body and in our relationship. When we do so, greater healing can occur. Regarding the relationship: As an attachment focused therapist, I am guided by knowing that healing can happen in the context of many types of relationships: the therapeutic relationship, the relationship between a parent and child, or the relationship we, as adults, have with our younger parts (also known as inner child healing). These relationships become the catalysts and containers for healing and growth and can help one reconnect to the best version of themselves. I am certified in the following: Integrative Attachment Protocol for Children from The Cord (formerly known as Attachment Trauma Center Institute); the adult version of this protocol (Strengthening the Authentic Adult Self); and as a Parent-Child Specialist through world renowned EMDR child therapist, Ana Gomez’s Institute. I am also an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Certified Therapist and Approved Consultant, providing consultation to EMDR trained therapists. My approach is a blend of all my personal and professional knowledge with the warmth, authenticity, quirk, humor, and the playful silliness that makes me me while affirming what makes you you. https://www.growingglimmers.com/about-1 daily 0.75 2025-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60404200e0929446ee4d45cf/1615754666888-LY8OBXHQIP1Y2RFMB0K6/IMG-6562.JPG About I am Wendy Llamas (she/her), a licensed clinical social worker in North Orange County, California. I provided community based mental health services in school settings from 2016 to 2021. Prior to that, I spent several years working with children and families in the education field and in child welfare services. Like so many clinicians, my journey as a therapist began in my own childhood. I grew up in Los Angeles County as the Spanglish speaking daughter of a Tex-Mex dad and Mexican mama. Throughout my developmental years, I struggled with anxiety and self-esteem issues which were the product of my upbringing. For a long time, I held onto the pain of my childhood and in my work, I unknowingly took on the role of becoming the adult/helper I wish I had as a child. Through my own therapy, trainings, and other forms of healing, I have been able to work through many of my childhood wounds. The lessons and experiences from my personal healing journey go into the empathy and deep desire to let those I serve feel less alone in their experiences, and more seen, heard, and understood. On the more light-hearted side… I enjoy all kinds of music, concerts, and traveling. I find binge watching reality TV shows as restorative as yoga and walks outdoors. Some of my identities include: daughter, sister, tia/aunt, nina/godmother, amiga, introvert, middle child, and Libra sun/moon (so sensitive!). https://www.growingglimmers.com/services-3 daily 0.75 2025-06-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60404200e0929446ee4d45cf/1615759303393-NZ6TJ6LQAZJSSWBMXY70/love-3374639_1920.jpg Services & Fees Old https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60404200e0929446ee4d45cf/1615758493123-5DR9E37IG9MAG1R9H98W/nesting-dolls-629181_1920.png Services & Fees Old https://www.growingglimmers.com/clinicians daily 0.75 2025-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60404200e0929446ee4d45cf/1615761099887-U8W48TQ55WH0BC0ASIC1/diversity-5452364_1920.jpg EMDR Clinicians - Individual & Group EMDR Consultations I completed EMDR basic training in 2017. It was before the pandemic, before the loud call for racial justice, and before the normalcy of meeting via Zoom. As I began looking for an Approved Consultant to receive my own consultation from, I quickly realized that there were not many EMDR therapists who specialized in attachment work with families or those who predominantly worked with people of color, let alone any BIPOC therapists offering such services even in diverse Southern California. Throughout my journey to become an AC, I knew I wanted to help fill that void. I am now an EMDR Approved Consultant who prioritizes supporting fellow BIPOC clinicians looking to support and uplift folks from marginalized communities. A core value of Growing Glimmers Child, Family, Trauma Therapy is community care. My hope is that by providing culturally humble and affirming consultation services to fellow therapists, we are working together to create greater ripple effects of healing amongst the communities that are close to our hearts. 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