Dr. Ethan Bregman earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the Pacific Graduate School of Psychology. He is dedicated to helping you navigate depression, anxiety, grief, and other challenges with greater clarity, resilience, and self-awareness.
With a warm, interactive, and nonjudgmental approach, he tailors therapy to meet your unique needs, providing support for anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. Dr. Bregman works with adults and adolescents, including high school and college students facing performance-related stress, injury recovery, or the transition out of competitive sports. He also offers specialized guidance in psychedelic preparation and integration, helping individuals make meaningful connections between their experiences and personal growth. Whether working through emotional struggles, professional obstacles, or personal development, Dr. Bregman is committed to fostering a therapeutic space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to create lasting change.
Dr. Bregman has been rigorously trained:
He is a licensed psychologist in California and Oregon.
Dr. Bregman maintains professional memberships in:
His work has been published in Health and Fitness Magazine, and he is the editor of Mixed Martial Arts Strikers Guide for Trainers and Fighters. He has also been featured in media interviews on mental health, performance psychology, and athlete well-being.
Dr. Bregman brings extensive experience in psychotherapy, sport and performance psychology, and psychedelic preparation and integration. His therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based methods, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness techniques, psychodynamic interventions, and solution-focused models. He works collaboratively with clients to uncover patterns that may contribute to distress while helping them develop healthier coping strategies and a deeper understanding of themselves.
Dr. Bregman serves as a consulting psychologist for the State of California’s Department of Health Care Services, where he plays a key role in mental health policy, quality assurance, and clinical oversight. In addition to private practice, he has provided psychotherapy in various settings, including psychiatric hospitals, outpatient clinics, and correctional facilities. His experience extends to working with diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals and those navigating significant life transitions.
In the area of performance psychology, Dr. Bregman has worked with athletes at all levels, helping them address anxiety, focus, injury recovery, and the psychological demands of competition. While he continues to support athletes, his practice now emphasizes broader concerns such as anxiety, depression, and stress management for individuals seeking balance and fulfillment in their personal and professional lives.
For clients exploring the potential of ketamine-assisted therapy and other psychedelic treatments, Dr. Bregman provides thoughtful preparation and integration support, ensuring that insights gained from these experiences translate into meaningful, long-term personal growth.
Therapy tailored to your needs
Dr. Bregman provides therapy for:
His approach is highly individualized, focusing on the unique strengths, goals, and challenges of each client. He believes that therapy should be a collaborative process, helping individuals discover solutions within themselves to improve their overall quality of life.
