Ava Elmzadeh

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

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Ava Elmzadeh

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT (she, her)

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Irvine, CA 92614

I enjoy working with people from a variety of backgrounds. Working with a diverse population has allowed me to understand that people have unique life-goals and hopes for the future. Each story holds layers of meaning-moments of hope, gain, growth and persistence. I work with people who feel that parts of their story have been overtaken by struggle, self-doubt, or old narratives that no longer fit. My ideal clients are individuals who are curious about understanding their life through new perspectives and who sense there's more to their story than what they've been told or come to believe.

I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, creativity/perfectionism, burnout, stress, interpersonal relationships, spirituality, identity exploration, shame and young adults adjusting to adulthood and more.

Everyone's story matters, including yours. If you're feeling ready to rediscover your story and move toward a life that aligns with your values and hopes, I'd be honored to walk alongside you. Together we'll explore the threads of meaning that connect your past, present and future-and help you write the next chapter with intention and care.

Call or Email Ava Elmzadeh now for a free 15 minute consultation - (714) 410-6820

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Irvine, CA 92614

(714) 410-6820

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

I offer online sessions through zoom Monday-Friday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm

I specialize in Anxiety, Stress and Life Transitions

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and groups

Let's Connect (714) 410-6820

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Irvine, CA 92614

(714) 410-6820

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

I offer online sessions through zoom Monday-Friday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm

I specialize in Anxiety, Stress and Life Transitions

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and groups

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $175
Couple Sessions $200
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Aetna
cal optima
Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
Medi-Cal
Out of Network

I can create a Superbill for you to take to your insurance for possible reimbursement. I am in-network for Kaiser of Northern California, Optum, Aetna, and United.

Ava Elmzadeh

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 410-6820

I can create a Superbill for you to take to your insurance for possible reimbursement. I am in-network for Kaiser of Northern California, Optum, Aetna, and United.

Ava Elmzadeh

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 410-6820

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 125639 Ava Elmzadeh

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 8 years

Attended Pepperdine University , M.A., Graduated 2019

Additional Credentials

Membership with CAMFT 145010 / 2019

I am an Adjunct Professor at Pepperdine University.

Ava Elmzadeh

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 410-6820

I am an Adjunct Professor at Pepperdine University.

Ava Elmzadeh

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 410-6820

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Stress
Life Transitions

Expertise

ADHD
Behavioral Issues
Bisexual
Career Counseling
Chronic Pain
Coping Skills
Depression
Eating Disorders
Family Conflict
Grief
Job/Work stress
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Marital and Premarital
Peer Relationships
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Women's Issues
Young adults transitioning to adulthood

A typical course of therapy begins with getting to know you—your experiences, what matters to you, and what you hope might change. From there, we'll co-create a flexible plan that reflects your goals and evolves as you do.

Ava Elmzadeh

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 410-6820

Ava Elmzadeh

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 410-6820

4 Endorsements

Pantea Shahbazi

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Ava is an exceptional therapist whose authenticity, humor, and expertise make her a joy to work with. Ava provides invaluable insights and guidance. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking compassionate and effective therapy!

Will Sherwin

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

I highly recommend Ava for her compassionate work with women. She offers a warm, approachable style while providing thoughtful challenges when needed, helping clients feel supported as they grow and make meaningful changes.

Nadine Abdellatif

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Ava approaches her work with warmth, openness, and genuine curiosity, creating space for clients to feel deeply seen and understood. She is culturally attuned, thoughtful in her care, and someone I trust deeply as both a clinician and collaborator.

Antonio Fidler-Woodard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Ava is insightful, welcoming, and deeply encouraging. Her calming presence helps others feel safe and supported, and it's evident she genuinely cares about the wellbeing and growth of those she works with.

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Hispanic and Latino

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Hispanic and Latino

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Collaborative
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Experiential Therapy
Gottman Method
Humanistic
Integrative
Interpersonal
Motivational Interviewing
Multicultural
Narrative
Person-Centered
Strength-Based
Values and Identity focused

I approach therapy as a collaborative, respectful process where your voice and lived experience are central. Drawing from narrative and collaborative therapies, I see you as the expert in your own life—not as a problem to be fixed, but as a person with a story that deserves to be understood, honored, and, when needed, re-authored.

Ava Elmzadeh

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 410-6820

Ava Elmzadeh

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 410-6820

Location

Primary Location

Irvine, CA 92614

(714) 410-6820

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Additional Location

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

(714) 410-6820

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Orange

Zips

Neighborhoods

I offer online sessions through zoom Monday-Friday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm

Ava Elmzadeh

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (714) 410-6820

I offer online sessions through zoom Monday-Friday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm

Ava Elmzadeh

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (714) 410-6820

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