Arab and Middle Eastern Therapists in Beverly Hills, CA
Do you feel lonely, disconnected, or that something is missing? Do you feel unfulfilled on the inside, even though you may be perceived as successful on the outside? Are you the one others rely on, but have difficulty leaning on others for help? Together we’ll explore the unconscious patterns shaping your inner world and relational life, creating space for deeper connection and lasting change. I care deeply about your growth and will always meet you with empathy and respect as you move toward greater fulfillment in relationships, work, and life.
Do you feel lonely, disconnected, or that something is missing? Do you feel unfulfilled on the inside, even though you may be perceived as successful on the outside? Are you the one others rely on, but have difficulty leaning on others for help? Together we’ll explore the unconscious patterns shaping your inner world and relational life, creating space for deeper connection and lasting change. I care deeply about your growth and will always meet you with empathy and respect as you move toward greater fulfillment in relationships, work, and life.
Are you feeling Sad? Anxious? Stressed? Overwhelmed? Are you experiencing increased interpersonal conflict at home or work? Are there certain issues that have been causing problems in your life and you aren't sure how to make the necessary changes? Seeking therapy is the first step towards making improvements in your life.
Are you feeling Sad? Anxious? Stressed? Overwhelmed? Are you experiencing increased interpersonal conflict at home or work? Are there certain issues that have been causing problems in your life and you aren't sure how to make the necessary changes? Seeking therapy is the first step towards making improvements in your life.
Laudan Kermani Gish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, PPSC
3 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
On the surface, things are generally working. You’re functioning, showing up, and handling what you need to - but it takes more out of you than it seems like it should.
Sometimes that shows up in your relationship with food or your body. Sometimes it’s the mental load that comes with ADHD - where everything feels harder to organize, follow through on, or stay on top of. And sometimes it’s a transition like pregnancy or postpartum, where things shift in ways that are difficult to explain but hard to ignore.
Even when you have insight into what’s going on, it doesn’t necessarily make it easier to change.
On the surface, things are generally working. You’re functioning, showing up, and handling what you need to - but it takes more out of you than it seems like it should.
Sometimes that shows up in your relationship with food or your body. Sometimes it’s the mental load that comes with ADHD - where everything feels harder to organize, follow through on, or stay on top of. And sometimes it’s a transition like pregnancy or postpartum, where things shift in ways that are difficult to explain but hard to ignore.
Even when you have insight into what’s going on, it doesn’t necessarily make it easier to change.
Alex is one of the experienced therapists at SD Zen. He is a licensed clinical social worker with 10 years of experience and helps individuals struggling with anxiety, depression and trauma.
Alex is one of the experienced therapists at SD Zen. He is a licensed clinical social worker with 10 years of experience and helps individuals struggling with anxiety, depression and trauma.
Sanaz Saeidian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, APCC
5 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Waitlist for new clients
Many of my clients appear calm and capable to the world around them. Inside, they are exhausted, disconnected, or still carrying weight from experiences they have never fully processed. Whether you are navigating anxiety, relationship patterns, or trauma that keeps showing up in quiet ways, I am here to help you find a path forward that feels real.
I am a trauma-informed EMDR therapist practicing in Beverly Hills, working with individuals and couples in English and Farsi. I bring deep cultural fluency to my work with clients navigating identity, family dynamics, intergenerational trauma and the particular pressures of modern life.
Many of my clients appear calm and capable to the world around them. Inside, they are exhausted, disconnected, or still carrying weight from experiences they have never fully processed. Whether you are navigating anxiety, relationship patterns, or trauma that keeps showing up in quiet ways, I am here to help you find a path forward that feels real.
I am a trauma-informed EMDR therapist practicing in Beverly Hills, working with individuals and couples in English and Farsi. I bring deep cultural fluency to my work with clients navigating identity, family dynamics, intergenerational trauma and the particular pressures of modern life.
Some days you hold it all together. Other days, the weight is harder to hide, restless nights, a tightness in your chest, a feeling of being untethered. You may also see it in your teen: the spark dimming, smiles fading, or unexplained aches and tension. What you want is simple, but feels far away, ease, connection, a sense of safety in your own skin. Therapy can be a place to gently untangle what’s been carried too long, helping you or your child feel lighter, more grounded, and more connected to yourself and others.
Some days you hold it all together. Other days, the weight is harder to hide, restless nights, a tightness in your chest, a feeling of being untethered. You may also see it in your teen: the spark dimming, smiles fading, or unexplained aches and tension. What you want is simple, but feels far away, ease, connection, a sense of safety in your own skin. Therapy can be a place to gently untangle what’s been carried too long, helping you or your child feel lighter, more grounded, and more connected to yourself and others.
Hamsa Healing
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, CRC, LPCC, LMHC, LPC
14 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with avoidant men who struggle with: drug/alcohol addiction, compulsive lying, cheating/having affairs, lashing out in anger, and/or put off commitments. I specialize in: drug/alcohol addiction, infidelity/affair recovery, and bipolar disorder. I work with very complex circumstances and serve individuals, couples, and families. I have lived experience with all of my specialties and GET it. I work best with individuals who can handle accountability and are truly interested in change. I am licensed in: CA, CO, ID, FL, NY and work with individuals, couples, and families. I am available for speaking.
I work with avoidant men who struggle with: drug/alcohol addiction, compulsive lying, cheating/having affairs, lashing out in anger, and/or put off commitments. I specialize in: drug/alcohol addiction, infidelity/affair recovery, and bipolar disorder. I work with very complex circumstances and serve individuals, couples, and families. I have lived experience with all of my specialties and GET it. I work best with individuals who can handle accountability and are truly interested in change. I am licensed in: CA, CO, ID, FL, NY and work with individuals, couples, and families. I am available for speaking.
Are you feeling stuck by anxiety or grief, or struggling with a strained relationship? Do you find it hard to move forward, despite your best efforts? Have you tried therapy, podcasts, books, and other tools and nothing has worked? Are you tired of having the same problems? Those around you see you as hard-working, put together, and strong but they don’t see all of you. You’re exhausted and frozen and ready for a change. You want to stop going through the motions and start living the life you have always envisioned for yourself. Together, we’ll work on managing anxiety, processing grief, and improving relationships.
Are you feeling stuck by anxiety or grief, or struggling with a strained relationship? Do you find it hard to move forward, despite your best efforts? Have you tried therapy, podcasts, books, and other tools and nothing has worked? Are you tired of having the same problems? Those around you see you as hard-working, put together, and strong but they don’t see all of you. You’re exhausted and frozen and ready for a change. You want to stop going through the motions and start living the life you have always envisioned for yourself. Together, we’ll work on managing anxiety, processing grief, and improving relationships.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in unhealthy dynamics.
I work with children, teens, and young adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, and family conflict. Many of my clients want to feel more in control of their thoughts, improve their relationships, and better understand themselves. I also have experience supporting clients through higher-risk situations, including suicidal ideation and self-harming behaviors.
Together, we focus on helping you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and develop healthier patterns so you can move forward with more confidence and stability.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in unhealthy dynamics.
I work with children, teens, and young adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, and family conflict. Many of my clients want to feel more in control of their thoughts, improve their relationships, and better understand themselves. I also have experience supporting clients through higher-risk situations, including suicidal ideation and self-harming behaviors.
Together, we focus on helping you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and develop healthier patterns so you can move forward with more confidence and stability.
You may be someone living between cultures—carrying the values, expectations, and emotional weight of the culture you were born into while trying to build a life in a different environment. You might struggle with anxiety, low mood, or feeling stuck, despite doing everything “right.” Generational trauma, unspoken family roles, or inherited survival patterns may shape how you relate, cope, and make decisions. You may feel torn between who you are and who you’re expected to be, longing for clarity, relief, and a deeper sense of belonging within yourself.
You may be someone living between cultures—carrying the values, expectations, and emotional weight of the culture you were born into while trying to build a life in a different environment. You might struggle with anxiety, low mood, or feeling stuck, despite doing everything “right.” Generational trauma, unspoken family roles, or inherited survival patterns may shape how you relate, cope, and make decisions. You may feel torn between who you are and who you’re expected to be, longing for clarity, relief, and a deeper sense of belonging within yourself.
There are moments in life when something within you longs to be seen, heard, and understood. At times, you may feel a desire for greater clarity, connection, or a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you. Therapy can offer a space to pause and reflect, to feel and reconnect. Together, we gently explore your inner world with curiosity, helping you develop greater awareness, compassion, and a deeper understanding of your experiences. So you can begin to experience yourself and the world around you with greater ease and clarity.
There are moments in life when something within you longs to be seen, heard, and understood. At times, you may feel a desire for greater clarity, connection, or a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you. Therapy can offer a space to pause and reflect, to feel and reconnect. Together, we gently explore your inner world with curiosity, helping you develop greater awareness, compassion, and a deeper understanding of your experiences. So you can begin to experience yourself and the world around you with greater ease and clarity.
Do you struggle with food? Do you cycle through diet after diet and find yourself unable to stick to any? Do you binge eat? Are you afraid of food? Do you hate your body or wish it looked different? Do food and body issues take up a lot of your energy? Have you been diagnosed with an eating disorder and don't know where to turn? Alternatively, do you find yourself weighed down by anxiety? Do you find it hard to sleep, eat normally, and live in the way that you want? I specialize in evidence-based treatments for anxiety and eating disorders. I am trained in a number of modalities and I am a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor.
Do you struggle with food? Do you cycle through diet after diet and find yourself unable to stick to any? Do you binge eat? Are you afraid of food? Do you hate your body or wish it looked different? Do food and body issues take up a lot of your energy? Have you been diagnosed with an eating disorder and don't know where to turn? Alternatively, do you find yourself weighed down by anxiety? Do you find it hard to sleep, eat normally, and live in the way that you want? I specialize in evidence-based treatments for anxiety and eating disorders. I am trained in a number of modalities and I am a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor.
I work with individuals experiencing mood disorders, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other complex mental health concerns. I also provide psychological assessments for individuals seeking a better understanding of their symptoms and overall psychological functioning. My clinical interests include neuropsychology and medical psychology, with a focus on the relationship between brain function, medical conditions, and mental health. I also provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each client’s unique needs. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment .
I work with individuals experiencing mood disorders, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other complex mental health concerns. I also provide psychological assessments for individuals seeking a better understanding of their symptoms and overall psychological functioning. My clinical interests include neuropsychology and medical psychology, with a focus on the relationship between brain function, medical conditions, and mental health. I also provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each client’s unique needs. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment .
Are you a high-achieving executive or creative professional whose drive brings both fulfillment and added complexity to relationships, work, and daily life? Do you carry a level of pressure, anxiety, or longing that others don’t fully understand?
I offer a discreet, reflective space to explore the complexities of ambition, purpose, and relationships. Together, we’ll address stresses and recurring patterns and develop practical, personalized strategies, using cognitive and psychodynamic approaches, to support greater balance, clarity, and a more integrated sense of fulfillment across your personal and professional life.
Are you a high-achieving executive or creative professional whose drive brings both fulfillment and added complexity to relationships, work, and daily life? Do you carry a level of pressure, anxiety, or longing that others don’t fully understand?
I offer a discreet, reflective space to explore the complexities of ambition, purpose, and relationships. Together, we’ll address stresses and recurring patterns and develop practical, personalized strategies, using cognitive and psychodynamic approaches, to support greater balance, clarity, and a more integrated sense of fulfillment across your personal and professional life.
Becoming a parent can shake everything — your identity, your relationship, your sense of self. You might be navigating postpartum depression or anxiety, feeling disconnected from your partner, or quietly wondering when you’ll feel like you again. I also work with couples in transition and women learning to set boundaries without guilt. You don’t need to keep holding it all alone. With the right support, it’s possible to feel grounded again, reconnect with the people you love, and move through this chapter with more clarity and less shame.
Becoming a parent can shake everything — your identity, your relationship, your sense of self. You might be navigating postpartum depression or anxiety, feeling disconnected from your partner, or quietly wondering when you’ll feel like you again. I also work with couples in transition and women learning to set boundaries without guilt. You don’t need to keep holding it all alone. With the right support, it’s possible to feel grounded again, reconnect with the people you love, and move through this chapter with more clarity and less shame.
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience in this field, I firmly believe that therapy is a valuable gift individuals can give to themselves. Since the most important relationship one has is with oneself, a healthy self-relationship translates to healthy interpersonal connections. My passion lies in helping individuals achieve their best lives. In a warm and empathetic therapeutic environment, individuals can look within and explore their thoughts and feelings. Healing happens within the context of a therapeutic relationship between the client and the therapist.
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience in this field, I firmly believe that therapy is a valuable gift individuals can give to themselves. Since the most important relationship one has is with oneself, a healthy self-relationship translates to healthy interpersonal connections. My passion lies in helping individuals achieve their best lives. In a warm and empathetic therapeutic environment, individuals can look within and explore their thoughts and feelings. Healing happens within the context of a therapeutic relationship between the client and the therapist.
It takes courage to take steps towards clarity around your emotional and mental wellbeing. I use a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to create a safe and supportive environment that will help you develop inner strength. With this, you will be empowered with the tools to gain greater awareness into your past and take back control of your life.
It takes courage to take steps towards clarity around your emotional and mental wellbeing. I use a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to create a safe and supportive environment that will help you develop inner strength. With this, you will be empowered with the tools to gain greater awareness into your past and take back control of your life.
I understand that it may feel overwhelming or challenging to reach out for support, or even trust that support can help. As a result, I strive to support individuals with compassion in the way that they need & at their pace. I've been in practice for 20+ years. As a trauma informed practitioner, my approach is collaborative, as well as evidence and resilience based. I aim to support the whole-person through education, insight, self awareness and empowerment. With the effort to meet the individual in the way they need, I utilize various approaches in therapy that often include somatic, neurobiological and psychodynamic frameworks.
I understand that it may feel overwhelming or challenging to reach out for support, or even trust that support can help. As a result, I strive to support individuals with compassion in the way that they need & at their pace. I've been in practice for 20+ years. As a trauma informed practitioner, my approach is collaborative, as well as evidence and resilience based. I aim to support the whole-person through education, insight, self awareness and empowerment. With the effort to meet the individual in the way they need, I utilize various approaches in therapy that often include somatic, neurobiological and psychodynamic frameworks.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in High-conflict Relational Dynamics. Whether you are seeking therapeutic support with your family, spouse, partner, or individually, therapy can be effective in helping you navigate and change difficult relational patterns. My areas of expertise include Family, Marital and Relational Conflict, Marital and Premarital Counseling, Infertility and Family Planning, Parenting, Coparenting, Blended Families, Life Transitions including Divorce Support, Attachment Trauma, Fear and Anxiety, Depression and Grief, Self-Esteem, Self-Confidence, and Creative Artists.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in High-conflict Relational Dynamics. Whether you are seeking therapeutic support with your family, spouse, partner, or individually, therapy can be effective in helping you navigate and change difficult relational patterns. My areas of expertise include Family, Marital and Relational Conflict, Marital and Premarital Counseling, Infertility and Family Planning, Parenting, Coparenting, Blended Families, Life Transitions including Divorce Support, Attachment Trauma, Fear and Anxiety, Depression and Grief, Self-Esteem, Self-Confidence, and Creative Artists.
Hi and welcome…I’m Sam, & I specialize in LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy for individuals, couples, & families. I enjoy working with neurodiversity, high conflict families/couples, high-achieving couples, and parenting. I am a proud member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), and a proud member of SEEDS (Society for Ethical Egg Donation & Surrogacy). I specialize in reproductive mental health and provide intended parent consultations for those on reproductive journeys using assisted reproduction technologies such as IVF/Surrogacy.
Hi and welcome…I’m Sam, & I specialize in LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy for individuals, couples, & families. I enjoy working with neurodiversity, high conflict families/couples, high-achieving couples, and parenting. I am a proud member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), and a proud member of SEEDS (Society for Ethical Egg Donation & Surrogacy). I specialize in reproductive mental health and provide intended parent consultations for those on reproductive journeys using assisted reproduction technologies such as IVF/Surrogacy.
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FAQ - Arab and Middle Eastern Counseling
What can an Arab and Middle Eastern therapist help with?
An Arab and Middle Eastern therapist can support clients with a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, and major life transitions. However, what may make their approach unique is their ability to integrate an understanding of the cultural, family, and social factors that may be shaping your mental health concerns. If you identify with a Middle Eastern background, such as Arab, North African, Lebanese, Syrian, Iraqi, or Palestinian, working with a therapist who is familiar with values surrounding family loyalty, community expectations, religion, marriage, and caregiving responsibilities can help reduce the need to explain yourself in sessions and better support your healing in the context of your background.
How does cultural background influence the therapy experience?
A therapist who personally identifies as Arab or Middle Eastern may offer a deeper understanding of cultural norms, family dynamics, religious beliefs, migration experiences, and the stigma that may surround mental health in some communities. This shared cultural framework can make it easier to build trust and focus more directly on healing. It is also important to note that a therapist does not have to share your background to provide effective therapy. In some cases, finding a culturally competent therapist may be just as important as finding one who shares your background.
What role can language play in therapy?
Language plays a central role in how people process and express emotions. Even for individuals who are fluent in English, certain feelings, memories, or experiences may be easier to describe in the language they grew up speaking or thinking in, such as Arabic, Farsi, Hebrew, Kurdish, or Turkish. Clients may feel more comfortable expressing themselves without having to translate their thoughts, which can reduce the risk of losing meaning or nuance. For many Arab and Middle Eastern clients, language is also closely tied to family relationships. Being able to move between English and your native language in therapy can help reflect real-life dynamics, such as communicating with family members in one language and navigating work or school in another. This flexibility to move between languages in sessions can make therapy feel more natural and relevant to daily life.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience with Arab and Middle Eastern clients?
If cultural background is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with Arab and Middle Eastern clients. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask whether they have worked with concerns related to cultural identity, immigration, family expectations, intergenerational conflict, discrimination, or stigma around mental health. As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A strong therapeutic alliance does not necessarily require a therapist to share your background, but they should respond to your concerns with respect and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed, misunderstood, or find yourself having to explain your background constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Arab and Middle Eastern therapists?
The directory of Arab and Middle Eastern therapists includes professionals who have shared their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profiles, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. When the number of therapists who have personally identified as Arab or Middle Eastern is limited, the directory may also show therapists with experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.