Bonnie Cardell, Ph.D., LMFT
Lic. #LMFT 102066
She/Her/Hers
Dr. Cardell is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who earned her Master's in Counseling Psychology from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology in 2013. Her previous vocations include 12 years working in corporate technology and 8 years as both a theatrical and visual artist. She incorporates expressive arts into therapy with artists or anyone interested in writing for healing, journaling, and dream analysis. She is also an Advanced LENS Neurofeedback Practitioner and integrates Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, and Hypnosis into her work with clients to achieve optimal results. She completed her Ph.D. dissertation on breathing restriction in the Department of Applied Psychophysiology in the College of Integrative Medicine and Health Sciences at Saybrook University in Pasadena, California. She brings years of yoga, meditation practice, mindfulness-based instruction, and relaxation techniques to promote emotional regulation and soothe nervous system aggravation in her clients.
She offers groups, classes, and lectures on Brain Health, Trauma-informed care, and the psychophysiological underpinnings of behavioral symptoms. Her psychotherapeutic overview is Logotherapy, or “Meaning-based” therapy, a form of client-centered, Humanistic-Existential talk therapy developed by Viktor Frankl to assist individuals find his/her/their own meaning in life.
Dr. Cardell blends evidence-based practices such as Mindfulness-based interventions and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Psychophysiological interventions to provide relief for aggravated symptoms of the central nervous system, such as ADHD, Anxiety/Panic, Depression, OCD, PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury recovery, Disordered Breathing, and Chronic Pain.
Personal Statement:
I am a multicultural aware practitioner who believes in LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy models. I welcome all spectrums of gender identity, sexuality, and spirituality. I can be both client-centered and directive in my approach. I always welcome feedback from my clients about what feels right. I align with my clients and honor each person's innate healing capability to achieve the highest outcomes. Your participation in this process is key. We work as a team.
Lic. #LMFT 102066
She/Her/Hers
- Advanced LENS Neurofeedback Provider
- Certified in Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback
- Provider of Neurofield Neurofeedback Services
- Other biofeedback technologies, including HeartMath
- Hypnosis for building self-efficacy and chronic pain reduction
- Paced Breathing and Relaxation Techniques for Stress Reduction
- Ketamine-assisted therapy for treatment-resistant depression
Dr. Cardell is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who earned her Master's in Counseling Psychology from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology in 2013. Her previous vocations include 12 years working in corporate technology and 8 years as both a theatrical and visual artist. She incorporates expressive arts into therapy with artists or anyone interested in writing for healing, journaling, and dream analysis. She is also an Advanced LENS Neurofeedback Practitioner and integrates Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, and Hypnosis into her work with clients to achieve optimal results. She completed her Ph.D. dissertation on breathing restriction in the Department of Applied Psychophysiology in the College of Integrative Medicine and Health Sciences at Saybrook University in Pasadena, California. She brings years of yoga, meditation practice, mindfulness-based instruction, and relaxation techniques to promote emotional regulation and soothe nervous system aggravation in her clients.
She offers groups, classes, and lectures on Brain Health, Trauma-informed care, and the psychophysiological underpinnings of behavioral symptoms. Her psychotherapeutic overview is Logotherapy, or “Meaning-based” therapy, a form of client-centered, Humanistic-Existential talk therapy developed by Viktor Frankl to assist individuals find his/her/their own meaning in life.
Dr. Cardell blends evidence-based practices such as Mindfulness-based interventions and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Psychophysiological interventions to provide relief for aggravated symptoms of the central nervous system, such as ADHD, Anxiety/Panic, Depression, OCD, PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury recovery, Disordered Breathing, and Chronic Pain.
Personal Statement:
I am a multicultural aware practitioner who believes in LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy models. I welcome all spectrums of gender identity, sexuality, and spirituality. I can be both client-centered and directive in my approach. I always welcome feedback from my clients about what feels right. I align with my clients and honor each person's innate healing capability to achieve the highest outcomes. Your participation in this process is key. We work as a team.
Associates:
Vanessa Sorrells
She/Her/Hers AMFT 156891 Supervised by Bonnie Cardell, Ph.D., LMFT (LMFT 102066) A San Francisco Bay Area native, who has brought over 18 years of experience providing compassionate care to a diverse range of individuals and families as a dental hygienist. This background in healthcare has deeply shaped my relational and client-centered approach to therapy. I earned a Master of Science in Counseling from the Kaiser Permanente School of Allied Health Sciences, where I received training in several evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Gottman Method for couples. While on the Child and Family track at Kaiser Permanente Counseling Center, I also gained experience with Functional Family Therapy (FFT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and the Modular Approach to Children (MATCH) with anxiety, depression, trauma, or conduct problems. As an AMFT, I consider myself a relational generalist with a growing interest in psychodynamic theory and integrative mind-body approaches. I am passionate about supporting individuals and families through life transitions, trauma, anxiety, and identity exploration. I look forward to expanding my clinical skill set while working under supervision with Dr. Cardell at Sound Mind Neurofeedback, where I will gain insight into a psychophysiological approach, and learn how interventions such as neurofeedback and biofeedback can be integrated into the therapeutic process. |
Alisa Dichter
She/Her/Hers AMFT 157070 Supervised by Bonnie Cardell, Ph.D., LMFT (LMFT 102066) At the heart of my work is the belief that healing happens through genuine human connection. Therapy can be a space for growth and meaningful change — not toward perfection, but toward becoming more fully and authentically yourself. I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you feel safe to show up exactly as you are. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and tailored to your unique experiences, needs, and goals. I draw from Narrative Therapy, CBT, ACT, EFT, and DBT, integrating these approaches based on what feels most helpful and effective for you. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, and have supported clients navigating anxiety, ADHD, grief and loss, trauma, peripartum depression, and life transitions. At times, life can feel tangled and overwhelming. Together, we can slow down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and help you reconnect with your strengths, values, and sense of self. My hope is that therapy helps you build greater clarity, self-compassion, and trust in your ability to navigate life’s challenges beyond our work together. I am deeply committed to providing trauma-informed, gender-affirming, and culturally responsive care for people of all backgrounds and identities. |
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Bonnie Cardell, Ph.D., LMFT
She/Her/Hers
[Lic. LMFT 102066]
She/Her/Hers
[Lic. LMFT 102066]
Bonnie Cardell, Ph.D., LMFT
Bonnie Cardell is a Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Psychophysiology, and a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (lic.#LMFT102066) dedicated to helping individuals find their path to healing and well-being. With a deep understanding of the mind-body connection, Dr. Cardell integrates traditional therapeutic approaches with cutting-edge psychophysiological techniques.
Bonnie Cardell is a Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Psychophysiology, and a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (lic.#LMFT102066) dedicated to helping individuals find their path to healing and well-being. With a deep understanding of the mind-body connection, Dr. Cardell integrates traditional therapeutic approaches with cutting-edge psychophysiological techniques.
Her Journey and Expertise
Dr. Cardell earned her Master's in Counseling Psychology from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology in 2013, specializing in Expressive Arts Therapy. Prior to her career as a therapist, she spent 12 years working in corporate technology and 8 previous years as a theatrical and visual artist. These early experiences inform her creative and holistic approaches to healing. Bonnie later completed her Ph.D. dissertation on breathing restriction and anxiety in the Department of Applied Psychophysiology at Saybrook University. Her continued extensive training and services include:
Dr. Cardell earned her Master's in Counseling Psychology from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology in 2013, specializing in Expressive Arts Therapy. Prior to her career as a therapist, she spent 12 years working in corporate technology and 8 previous years as a theatrical and visual artist. These early experiences inform her creative and holistic approaches to healing. Bonnie later completed her Ph.D. dissertation on breathing restriction and anxiety in the Department of Applied Psychophysiology at Saybrook University. Her continued extensive training and services include:
- Advanced LENS Neurofeedback Provider: Specializing in helping clients with central nervous system challenges.
- Certification in Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback: Utilizing this technique to promote emotional regulation.
- Provider of Neurofield Neurofeedback Services: Expanding the range of neurofeedback interventions offered to include Quantitative Electroencephalogram (QEEG) mapping, traditional EEG training, and stimulation technologies such as transcranial direct current (tDCS), transcranial alternating current (tACS), pulsed electromagnetic frequency (pEMF), and photo biomodulation with near infrared LED.
- Audio-visual entrainment (AVE): a technique that uses pulses of light and sound at specific frequencies to gently and safely guide the brain into various brainwave patterns.
- Hypnotherapy and Guided Imagery: allows access to the unconscious mind, which is more open to experience and supports removing emotional blocks, generates relaxation, and has a natural anti-inflammation effect on the body.
- Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques: Drawing from years of yoga and meditation practice to soothe the nervous system and provide awareness and control over distracting thought loops.
- Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP): a specialized approach that integrates the use of orally administered ketamine with psychotherapy sessions to treat various mental health conditions. Ketamine is a medication initially used as an anesthetic that has been found to have rapid antidepressant and anxiolytic effects at lower doses. Dr. Cardell works in conjunction with Journey Clinical who provide the medical services including prescriptions and dosage for use remotely or in my psychotherapy office for a supported experience. KAP can greatly enhance the therapeutic work, focusing on intentions, and is complimentary to other modalities offered such a hypnosis, biofeedback, neurofeedback, and mindfulness techniques.
- Expressive Arts Therapy: Incorporates writing, journaling, drawing/painting, and dream analysis for self-expression and healing. Expressive arts integration after KAP sessions for example can deepen the work, and provides access to symbolic meaning when linear language is not sufficient. This modality integrates well with any other interventions offered and can be a profound practice for self reflection and self-care outside of session. Clients are welcome to bring their art, poems, and expressive work to session and incorporate this into a deeper analyzation of self experience.
A Unique Therapeutic Approach
Her therapeutic overview is Logotherapy, or "Meaning-based" therapy, a humanistic-existential approach developed by Viktor Frankl. This client-centered therapy helps individuals discover their own meaning in life.
She blends evidence-based practices like Mindfulness-based interventions and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Psychophysiology to address symptoms of central nervous system dysregulation. Her work provides relief for a range of conditions, including:
Her therapeutic overview is Logotherapy, or "Meaning-based" therapy, a humanistic-existential approach developed by Viktor Frankl. This client-centered therapy helps individuals discover their own meaning in life.
She blends evidence-based practices like Mindfulness-based interventions and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Psychophysiology to address symptoms of central nervous system dysregulation. Her work provides relief for a range of conditions, including:
- ADHD
- Anxiety/Panic
- Depression
- OCD
- PTSD
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) recovery
- Disordered Breathing
- Chronic Pain
Harnessing the Power of Neurofeedback and Biofeedback:
Dr. Cardell is a leading provider of Neurofeedback interventions, understanding their power to break negative feedback loops in the brain and optimize performance. She utilizes various modalities and product lines, including:
Dr. Cardell is a leading provider of Neurofeedback interventions, understanding their power to break negative feedback loops in the brain and optimize performance. She utilizes various modalities and product lines, including:
- LENS
- Neurofield
- Vielight (near infrared)
- HeartMath
- Thought Technology
- MindAlive
- Somatic Vision: Alive Biofeedback Software
Dr. Cardell is a multi-cultural aware practitioner who believes in LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy models, welcomes individuals of all spectrums of gender identity, sexuality, and spirituality. "I can be both client-centered and directive in my approach. I always welcome feedback from my clients about what feels right. I align with my clients and honor each person's innate healing capability to achieve the highest outcomes."
We work as a team to optimize your outcomes.
We work as a team to optimize your outcomes.