San Diego, CA
Gracie Berntsen, LPCC, PMH-C, is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in San Diego, CA. She is certified in perinatal mental health and a certified master practitioner in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). She specializes in trauma-informed care and has extensive experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, chronic stress, emotional overwhelm, and complex life transitions. Gracie integrates ART into her daily practice to help clients quickly and effectively process trauma, reduce shame and guilt, and reconnect with their authentic selves.
With a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from California State University, Long Beach, and a Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling from Alliant International University, Gracie brings a deep understanding of human behavior and emotional healing. She is the founder of Authentic Living Counseling, influenced by the work of Dr. Dan Siegel and Dr. Gabor Maté, focusing on healing attachment wounds and fostering emotional authenticity.
Gracie is passionate about empowering both clients and clinicians. As an ART trainer, she brings warmth, clinical expertise, and a commitment to helping others harness the transformative power of ART in therapeutic work.
