Optum Therapists in Carthay Square, Los Angeles, CA

I recognize that healing takes courage and creativity. My passion is to provide a safe place for clients to explore their rich inner lives. I serve as a professional guide on the journey my clients are embarking on in therapy. I bring compassion, acceptance, curiosity, and tools to support my clients' growth. I believe in using the therapeutic relationship to support the healing work toward a whole self. Through the therapeutic relationship, I encourage my clients to utilize their internal resources to make the change they want in their lives.

Jasmine Hasmik Hajyan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2016. Jasmine helps her clients with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, codependency, and couples issues. In her free time, Jasmine enjoys gardening, playing with her dogs, hiking, and watching TV shows.

As a strengths-based, humanistic therapist, my goal is to walk with you and assist you in discovering and developing your assets and strengths through the use of therapeutic approaches that suit your individualistic needs. As you venture through life’s complexities, we will work together to acknowledge a path to seek relief and emotional security. I will provide you the time and space needed to restore trust and find acceptance through the connection of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors; process trauma in your own narrative and learn methods to effectively cope with anxiety and depression.

Life's experiences are wide-reaching. At times we struggle with our thoughts, our emotions, how we interact with others, and our beliefs about ourselves. Sometimes we are able to navigate through these situations quite well. Other times our capacity to cope and manage these concerns become limited. While both responses are completely normal, it can be helpful to have a supportive voice along the way via therapy.

Susan K. Mah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2001. She has a BA in Sociology from American University and an MSW from Catholic University and MFA from Academy of Art University. Susan offers a straightforward approach to problem solving with a goal-oriented focus. She is compassionate, empathic, and open-minded with an appreciation for diversity and unique perspectives. Susan has expertise in depression, anxiety, and trauma with the overarching goal of getting to the root of issues instead of simply managing symptoms.

Do you feel like you struggle with accepting your identity? I am a bilingual LMFT with over 20 years' experience in Los Angeles working with adults individually and with couples and families. I am here to support you to feel empowered, respected, and heard. I am passionate about helping you build connections and increase your self-awareness in order to live an authentic and productive life. I utilize a variety of clinical techniques to help children, adults and couples develop long-term coping tools and learn mindfulness skills to alleviate negative symptoms and build self-esteem.

I am committed to offering opportunities for people to create a deeper connection to what is real, true and alive within themselves, to develop the capacity to be authentic, clear, and create healthy relationships with self and others. In service to creating a sense of completeness and balance I offer individual, family, and couples counseling. To truly connect, experience, discover, explore, and experiment within oneself and in the world, I will offer whatever tool or practice that might be helpful to remove the blocks that keep you from living in and through your highest self.

As your therapist, I specialize in helping you identify and overcome the obstacles standing in the way of your happiness. Together, we'll work to dismantle these barriers and explore alternative paths to fulfillment. I'll assist you in recognizing what's effective, what's not, and what's preventing you from implementing positive changes in your life. Through our collaborative efforts, you'll uncover new coping mechanisms to navigate through challenges and equip yourself with valuable tools for ongoing growth and resilience.

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW. ) I have provided mental health services since 2006, with over 10 years as a licensed clinical social worker. During this time, I have had the opportunity to work with different age groups and populations. Most recently, I have worked with women and their partners experiencing Perinatal/Postpartum disorders as well as 0-5 age group. As a bilingual therapist, I have been able to meet the needs of monolingual patients in under served communities.

I enjoy working with adults and couples who are struggling with issues related to transitional difficulties, self-esteem and self-confidence concerns, communication skills, mood disorders, anxiety management difficulties, health concerns, sexual orientation and gender identity development, and parenting skills. I also enjoy working with professionals who are motivated to improve their performance and to move higher up in their careers. I have an extensive background working with college aged individuals, early to late career professionals, and couples.

Hi there! I'm Dr. Chad Calderon, a licensed psychologist with a passion for helping people navigate life's challenges and achieve their best mental health. I believe in creating a fun, warm, welcoming environment where you can feel comfortable and supported. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, ADHD, or navigating serious mental health issues, I'm here to help. I hold a PsyD in Clinical Psychology from California School of Professional Psychology and am finishing a Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I am committed to providing quality professional services to individuals, couples and families. Each client is unique. Therefore, I incorporate a variety of modalities - CBT, Psychodynamic, Family Systems, Solution Focused coupled with a collaborative approach to identify one's inherent strengths and desired goals. Specialities: Relationship/Marital Discord, Family Conflict, Racial Identity, Life Transitions, Women's Issues.

Dr. Heba Hilou is a Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 2015. She has a Doctorate in Psychology in Clinical Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. With her expertise in working across diverse settings within the expansive field of psychology, Dr. Hilou brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her practice. Dr. Hilou can tailor her approach to fit the distinctive needs of each client, drawing from a rich toolbox of interventions, theories, and therapeutic methods.

Dr. Kawai is particularly passionate about treating childhood behavior issues, autism and other developmental disorders, and ADHD. Her expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy is instrumental in addressing these concerns, helping children and adolescents develop essential skills and improve their quality of life. She also has significant experience in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, and grief, ensuring that her clients receive comprehensive care that addresses both immediate symptoms and underlying issues. In her practice, Dr.

My goal is to build a collaborative, therapeutic relationship to help you achieve your goals and to live with greater happiness, fulfillment, and peace. I believe that you are the expert in your life- what I can offer is nonjudgmental presence, empathy, and unconditional positive regard to create a safe place and accompany you in exploring difficult emotions, past traumas, stressors - whatever is coming up for you (or at you! ). You can bring it here. I look forward to joining you. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked in a variety of settings and with diverse client populations.

As a strengths-based, client-centered therapist, my goal is to join you in uncovering, discovering, and developing your assets and strengths. By applying eclectic and well-rounded therapeutic approaches and techniques, we will work together in creating a plan that suits your needs and desires. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services to adults experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief and response to trauma/crises. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a personalized approach tailored to your individual needs to help you attain personal growth and wellness.

Amauni Baker is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2018. Amauni provides services to a wide variety of ages, typically servicing children as young as 8 to 100+ years old. Outside of work, Amauni loves to spend time with family, travel out of the US, hiking, and aerobatic fitness.

Hello and welcome! I'm Courtnee, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Whether you are engaging in therapy for the first time or returning to treatment, I am here to meet you where you are and go at your pace. I draw from a person-centered approach which promotes authenticity and emphasizes building your strengths. I will offer insights and observations as we explore matters that are impacting your life. In therapy, together we will collaborate on your growth, healing, self-care, and developing coping strategies so you can make effective life changes.

Alex is a licensed clinical psychologist who has been practicing since 2012. She completed her doctoral studies at the University of North Texas and her internship and fellowship at the University of Washington. Alex's therapeutic orientation is cognitive behavioral with integration of humanistic and interpersonal theoretical principles. She's provided clinical service in varying venues including community-based clinics, hospitals, and academic medical centers. Alex is an animal lover who enjoys physical activity and time spent in nature.