My path to becoming a psychotherapist was not a straight one. Before opening my private practice more than 20 years ago, I lived and worked in different fields and countries. These experiences continue to shape how I understand people, helping me connect the dots between life events that shape us and the patterns we carry into our relationships and lives.
Originally from Germany, I eventually settled in the United States after living and working abroad. Experiencing different cultures firsthand gave me a deep appreciation for the challenges of leaving behind what is familiar, adapting to change, and creating a sense of belonging. It also fostered my love of working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds and those navigating questions of identity, transition, and personal growth.
I have always been drawn to people with creative minds—whether they express their creativity through the arts, science, entrepreneurship, business, or other fields. I value curiosity, imagination, and the ability to see possibilities where others may not. I enjoy working with people who think deeply, question assumptions, and want to create a life that feels meaningful and authentic.
Like many of my clients, I have also encountered life’s challenges: the uncertainties of creative work, illness, loss, and major transitions. These experiences, together with many years of clinical practice, have deepened my empathy and strengthened my belief that even difficult periods can become opportunities for greater self-understanding and growth.
In my work, I enjoy helping people connect the dots between past and present, recognize patterns that may have remained outside of awareness, and develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves. I believe that a trusting therapeutic relationship creates the foundation for meaningful change.
My goal is to offer a thoughtful, warm, and collaborative space where you can explore your experiences, discover new perspectives, and move toward a life that feels more aligned with who you are.
Certifications/Licenses
Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT, CA Board licensed)
Art Therapy (ATR)
Gottman Couple Counseling
Hypnosis Certified (Hypnosis Motivation Institute)
NLP Practitioner (Hypnosis Motivation Institute)
Nutrition and Mood Disorders
Education
M.A. in Marital and Family Therapy and Clinical Art Therapy, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles
M.A. in Communications and Psychology, Munich University
Originally from Germany, I eventually settled in the United States after living and working abroad. Experiencing different cultures firsthand gave me a deep appreciation for the challenges of leaving behind what is familiar, adapting to change, and creating a sense of belonging. It also fostered my love of working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds and those navigating questions of identity, transition, and personal growth.
I have always been drawn to people with creative minds—whether they express their creativity through the arts, science, entrepreneurship, business, or other fields. I value curiosity, imagination, and the ability to see possibilities where others may not. I enjoy working with people who think deeply, question assumptions, and want to create a life that feels meaningful and authentic.
Like many of my clients, I have also encountered life’s challenges: the uncertainties of creative work, illness, loss, and major transitions. These experiences, together with many years of clinical practice, have deepened my empathy and strengthened my belief that even difficult periods can become opportunities for greater self-understanding and growth.
In my work, I enjoy helping people connect the dots between past and present, recognize patterns that may have remained outside of awareness, and develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves. I believe that a trusting therapeutic relationship creates the foundation for meaningful change.
My goal is to offer a thoughtful, warm, and collaborative space where you can explore your experiences, discover new perspectives, and move toward a life that feels more aligned with who you are.
Certifications/Licenses
Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT, CA Board licensed)
Art Therapy (ATR)
Gottman Couple Counseling
Hypnosis Certified (Hypnosis Motivation Institute)
NLP Practitioner (Hypnosis Motivation Institute)
Nutrition and Mood Disorders
Education
M.A. in Marital and Family Therapy and Clinical Art Therapy, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles
M.A. in Communications and Psychology, Munich University
Andrea von Troschke, MFT, ATR, BCPC (License MFC 45893)
Marriage and Family Therapist, Art Therapist Registered, Board Certified Professional Counselor
Marriage and Family Therapist, Art Therapist Registered, Board Certified Professional Counselor