
Dani Jacoby (she/her) is a Registered Associate Marriage & Family Therapist as well as a Certified Trauma-Informed Yoga and Meditation Instructor. She additionally, provides training and consultation on trauma-informed care in a myriad of athletic and community based settings with a specialized focus on sexual assault and abuse healing. While she does not necessarily combine the practice of yoga with psychotherapy, her training in both of these healing fields allows for the unique integration of the mind and body.
Dani currently works in a private practice setting at Sync Counseling Center where she sees both individuals and couples. She specializes in trauma, anxiety, and highly sensitive persons. Dani additionally works with couples who may be feeling lost or disconnected in their relationship and are looking to re-establish their bond with one another. She practices in a manner that is relational, warm, and holistic with the mindset of fostering expansiveness and healing.
Dani holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy from Antioch University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with an Emphasis in Family & Child Development and a Minor in Gender & Women’s Studies from California Lutheran University. She holds vast experience in the mental health field, previously working in residential eating disorder treatment programs, partial hospitalization drug and alcohol recovery, non-profit counseling centers, and community mental health. Prior to her work as a psychotherapist, Dani was the founder of an organization that provided mentorship, support, and consultation in anti-bullying advocacy where she led groups and trainings for schools, youth outreach programs, adolescents, parents, and educators.
Education:
Master's Degree (M.A.) in Clinical Psychology
Emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy
Antioch University, Santa Barbara, CA
Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) in Psychology
Emphasis in Family & Child Development
Minor in Gender & Women's Studies
Minor in Theology
California Lutheran University, Thousand Oaks, CA
Professional Memberships & Certifications:
Registered Associate Marriage & Family Therapist
California Board of Behavioral Sciences, 2020
AMFT123264
CAMFT Member
California Association of Marriage & Family Therapists, 2019
Certified Trauma-Informed Yoga Instructor
Be The Change Yoga, Zabie Yamasaki, 2016
RYT200 Registered Yoga Teacher
CorePower Yoga, 2015
Consultation, Workshops, and Trainings:
Dani holds nearly 15 years of experience speaking, consulting and facilitating workshops in athletic, school, and community-based settings. Dani is available for opportunities implementing trauma-informed practices in California in 2023. Please contact Dani directly to inquire.
Published Works:
Coming soon.