About Dr. Natasha

Dr. Natasha Filippides is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY31549), Life Coach,  Author, Educator, Speaker, and Equine Assisted Mental Health Professional. 

She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Cognitive Science from the University of California, Irvine. She went on to study Marriage and Family therapy, earning a Master of Science Degree from the University of La Verne. Dr. Natasha continued her academic journey at Pacifica Graduate Institute where she was awarded a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Depth Psychology. 

Dr. Natasha specializes in helping clients who feel stuck in their journeys of growth and wellness. Her extensive background in depth psychology provides a unique approach to her work, addressing underlying issues to shift patterns, behaviors, and relational dynamics. Her goal is to help clients embrace their authentic selves and foster meaningful relationships.Aside from her clinical practice, Dr. Natasha is currently an Adjunct Professor in the research department of  Pacifica Graduate Institute's Counseling Psychology PsyD program.

Dr. Natasha was a competitive equestrian growing up and over the past two decades has used her knowledge of human and horse behavior in her work providing Equine Assisted Psychotherapy. She is the founder of Depth Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (DEAP) and currently provides consultation and training for clinicians in the field. Dr. Natasha's ground breaking book Beyond the Couch: A Psychoanalytic Approach to Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, has gained international recognition. Her book is the culmination of years of research and the marriage of her two passions the love of horses and of clinical psychology.

She actively volunteers her time and expertise in support of numerous causes and is involved with several non-profit organizations. Dr. Natasha is based in Los Angeles California and enjoys  spending time in nature with her family and 3 rescue dogs.