Olivia Calvi, ASW
She/Her | Burbank, CA | In-Person and Virtual Therapy
Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) for Teens & Young Adults Navigating Grief, Loss, and Sexual Trauma
Your teens and twenties are full of transitions that can feel confusing, overwhelming, and lonely. Maybe you've experienced a significant loss for the first time, or you're questioning your identity and struggling to find where you belong.
My name is Olivia Calvi, Associate Clinical Social Worker in Burbank, CA, and I provide LGBTQ+ affirming therapy and trauma recovery therapy to teens and young adults. I specialize in working with clients around identity exploration, grief and loss, and sexual or relationship-based trauma.
Having navigated my own trauma recovery journey, I understand how important it is to have the support, community, and tools so you can show up exactly as you are and move toward healing. Therapy offers the opportunity to reconnect with yourself, process what's happened, and build a life that feels aligned with who you are—without having to do it alone.
Why Work With Me
I was raised with the belief that every person has inherent worth, while also learning early on that our world doesn't treat everyone equally. Those values continue to shape my therapeutic practice as trauma-informed and centered on social and restorative justice.
Throughout my teens and twenties, I came out as queer, experienced the realities of navigating the world as a woman, grieved the loss of loved ones, and supported a parent through an aggressive cancer diagnosis. Those experiences, alongside my professional work, strengthened my belief that healing isn't about "getting over" pain—it's about learning how to shift your relationship to your grief and carry it with greater compassion, resilience, and self-trust.
In our work together, you'll set the pace. My role is to create a space where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to strengthen the most important relationship you have: the one with yourself.
My Approach to Therapy
Grief, trauma, and uncertainty can teach our minds and bodies that it isn't safe to be fully ourselves. I believe healing happens when you have a space where you don't have to pretend, perform, or mask who you are.
Together, we'll make room for every part of your experience. I integrate Brainspotting Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and somatic approaches to help you understand your nervous system, process difficult experiences, and move beyond survival mode.
As therapy progresses, we'll focus not only on healing from what's happened, but also on helping you build relationships, boundaries, and a life that feels grounded in your values.
Common Reasons Clients Come to Me for Therapy
Many of the clients I work with are new to therapy and aren't sure what to expect—or are unsure of whether therapy will even help. Whether this is your first experience or you've been in therapy before, I'll meet you where you are and tailor my approach to your needs.
My clients often come to me for support in:
Exploring their LGBTQ+ identity and navigating the coming out process
Processing the end of an important relationship or friendship
Healing after sexual or relationship-based trauma
Grieving the death of a loved one
Building healthy relationships and boundaries around intimacy and consent
Processing feeling disconnected, isolated, or unsure where they belong, and making positive changes toward the life they want to be living
Get to Know Me Outside Therapy
I'm most passionate about the connection between mental and physical health. Alongside being a social worker, I'm also a Certified Personal Trainer and believe movement can be an incredibly powerful tool for healing. My own relationship with movement has been a vital part of building self-trust and resilience, and it remains my favorite form of self-expression.
When I’m not with clients or family, I try to be outside as much as possible. Whether hiking, rock climbing, lifting weights, or running, I love using movement as a way to be in community with myself and those around me. I’m often in the mountains, wandering a botanic garden, or swimming in any natural body of water.
I'm also a spiritual person. I was raised Unitarian Universalist and enjoy using tarot as a tool for reflection and intuition. I have an ever-growing cactus and succulent collection, love traveling and learning about different cultures, and find the most comfort in my two wonderfully ridiculous cats, River and Ocean.
Let’s Work Together
If you're ready to take the next step, I'd love to hear from you. You can schedule a 15 minute consultation to ask any questions and explore whether we’re a good fit. Whether we work together or I connect you with another trusted therapist, my goal is the same: to help you find the support you need so you don't have to navigate this alone.
Qualifications and Experience
Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW #137537)
Employed by Foothills Psychotherapy under the supervision of Lauren Worley, LCSW (#68178)
Master of Social Work (MSW), University of Montana (2024)
Specialization in Grief, Loss, and Addictions
Clinical Experience
Providing therapy since 2022 in schools and private practice
Working with teens, young adults, individuals, and couples
Specialized experience in LGBTQ+ affirming therapy and neurodiversity affirming therapy
Certifications & Additional Training
Brainspotting Level 1 trained
Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Advocate
Mental Health First Aid for Higher Education
ADHD Training for Clinicians
Grief Therapy Training for Clinicians
Ongoing training in DBT, somatic therapy, and identity-affirming care
Additional training in chaplaincy, Title IX, and queer-affirming sex education
Find the Right Therapist for Your Needs
Foothills Psychotherapy offers online therapy across California and in-person counseling in Burbank. Schedule your free 15-minute consultation to get matched with a therapist and start your path toward deeper healing.