Our Team
Amber Murphy, LCSW
Amber Murphy is the Owner and Principal of Nest Therapy. She is a licensed clinical social worker LCSW License #LCS76191) and psychotherapist with over 12 years of clinical experience, 10 of which have been dedicated to treating chronic pain. Amber earned a master’s degree in social work from the University of Southern California, where she returns to guest lecture graduate students.
Amber specializes in chronic pain, Endometriosis, fertility, Perimenopause, Menopause and provides support for all women's health issues. She uses a compassionate, trauma-informed approach when working with clients. She utilizes modern pain theory and neuroscience to help her clients better understand the meaning and function of pain and symptoms. She helps clients regulate their nervous system so they can reduce their brain’s perception of pain. By engaging in grounding and mindfulness techniques, clients find safety in their body and in their world.
Amber’s own experience with Endometriosis and fertility issues deeply informs her work and gives her a deeper understanding of the difficulties involved in these, sometimes, interconnected issues. Amber works with the top female reproductive and Endometriosis specialists in Los Angeles and firmly believes in interdisciplinary care, consulting with her client’s medical team when appropriate.
In addition to patient care, Amber provides supervision and training to other mental health professionals centered around providing psychoeducation and trauma-informed care to support women with female reproductive health complications (Endometriosis, pelvic pain, fertility complications, PCOS, Perimenopause, Menopause, and hormonal disruptions).
Katie Hurley, LCSW
Katie Hurley is the Practice Manager at Nest Therapy. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW #114970. Katie earned her MSW at the University of Southern California, and has trained under Amber Murphy since 2020. In addition to group & individual psychotherapy, Katie is a trauma-informed consultant in legal and medical settings.
Katie is passionate about women’s reproductive health— specifically, maternal mental health, birth trauma, endometriosis, and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence.
Outside of the consultation room, Katie enjoys ceramics, filmmaking, and fostering dogs. She is also the mom of a very cool 2-year-old.
Trained in: Internal Family Systems, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Perinatal Mental Health, Basic Infertility by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), MAP Certified, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma-Informed Care.
Valentina Matosian, ACSW
Valentina is an Armenian-American Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW #115693). She earned her master’s degree in social work from the University of California, where she focused on working with survivors of sexual assault and practicing trauma-informed care.
Valentina walks with her clients down a transformative path, helping them slow down, soothe their nervous systems, and create a deep sense of safety within their own bodies. Drawing from a rich tapestry of therapeutic modalities, she employs a psychodynamic-strength-based approach rooted in somatic practices and mindfulness. Her therapeutic style is eclectic—embracing the wisdom of neurobiology and trauma-informed care.
In addition to her mind-body focus, Valentina specializes in sexual pleasure, sexual pain, sexual wellness, and various sexual dysfunctions. As a certified sexual assault crisis counselor, Valentina has extensive experience providing compassionate therapy for survivors, utilizing evidence-based techniques. Valentina’s personal experience with Endometriosis has also led her to teach yoga and meditation for individuals who also struggle with Endo.
Outside her therapeutic practice, she finds joy and restoration through yoga, meditation, and reading. As an avid film buff, she loves exploring the world of cinema. Long walks in nature rejuvenate her spirit, and she has a special place in her heart for animals, recognizing the soothing power they bring to our lives.
Trained in: Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT), Problem-Solving Therapy, Treating Sexual Pain, Treating Sexual Dysfunction, Yoga Instructor, Meditation Instructor
Specialties: Yoga and meditation, pleasure-based sex-ed and sexual wellness, sexual abuse, the connection between mindfulness and sexuality.