Hi! I’m Courtney Russell, the clinician and creator behind Your Tattooed Therapist.

I began my career in mental health by obtaining my Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology through California Lutheran University, where I minored in Sociology and also completed an emphasis area in my degree called ‘Clinical and Behavioral Applications’. This was intended to prepare undergraduate students for graduate level courses in Counseling Psychology.

Directly after, I began my Master’s of Science in Counseling Psychology, also from CLU, where I completed a one year specialization in trauma-informed practices. Since graduating, I have continued to work with folks in trauma-informed care as a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate and find deep meaning in doing so.

I believe that lived experience makes the difference. As a clinician with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (AuDHD) diagnosed late in life, I know that validation and understanding can make or break a therapeutic match. I am eager to offer affirming space to those looking for any mental health support and especially to adults navigating late in life diagnosis.