Ansley Fraser Patel, LMFT is a licensed therapist in San Diego who works with children, adolescents, and families, supporting them through some of life’s most tender and challenging moments. For over eleven years, she has helped children and parents navigate complex trauma—including relational, developmental, and medical trauma—along with acute crises, significant mental health challenges, and the emotional transitions that naturally come with growing up.

With a clinical background that includes work at Rady Children’s Hospital and seven years in a private practice setting, Ansley brings a deep understanding of how trauma and stress affect both children and family systems. Her work is grounded in attachment theory and integrates evidence-based approaches such as Theraplay, Child Parent Psychotherapy, Integrative Attachment Family Therapy, Child-Centered Play Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Trauma-Focused CBT. These tools allow her to meet each child and family with care, flexibility, and respect for their unique needs.

Ansley believes healing happens in the context of safe, supportive relationships. Whether helping a child express big feelings through play or guiding parents toward deeper connection and understanding, she focuses on creating a space where families feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow stronger together.