Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
My results oriented approach is derived from a commitment to each individual’s conscious process of development. Gaining deeper insight into yourself and what you what you want is the groundwork for manifesting your goals in career and relationships.
My results oriented approach is derived from a commitment to each individual’s conscious process of development. Gaining deeper insight into yourself and what you what you want is the groundwork for manifesting your goals in career and relationships.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. My mission is the education of the whole person by exploring how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected and supportive in starting our healing process. I am client-centered and use modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and other interventions based on the client's presenting concerns.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. My mission is the education of the whole person by exploring how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected and supportive in starting our healing process. I am client-centered and use modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and other interventions based on the client's presenting concerns.
Therapy is a process of working together to help you identify your own strengths. I will help you experience new ways to create hope as well as solutions to the dilemmas you face. Therapy is very often chosen when people are stuck and don't know what else to do. This means that our coping style is probably no longer working. This becomes an opportunity to alter how we manage our emotions or behavior in order to be happier. As I get to know you, we will look at other more positive avenues to meet your goals, accept yourself, and learn to self-soothe.
Therapy is a process of working together to help you identify your own strengths. I will help you experience new ways to create hope as well as solutions to the dilemmas you face. Therapy is very often chosen when people are stuck and don't know what else to do. This means that our coping style is probably no longer working. This becomes an opportunity to alter how we manage our emotions or behavior in order to be happier. As I get to know you, we will look at other more positive avenues to meet your goals, accept yourself, and learn to self-soothe.
Hello! I am an EMDR trained, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My passion is helping individuals/families achieve homeostasis by assisting them in learning to utilize their own strength. Having worked in many clinical settings such as social agencies, hospitals and schools, I have received a well rounded experience. In addition, using EMDR in my practice, I have witnessed much improvement in clients with specific and complex traumas, anxiety and depression.
Hello! I am an EMDR trained, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My passion is helping individuals/families achieve homeostasis by assisting them in learning to utilize their own strength. Having worked in many clinical settings such as social agencies, hospitals and schools, I have received a well rounded experience. In addition, using EMDR in my practice, I have witnessed much improvement in clients with specific and complex traumas, anxiety and depression.
Many of my clients are high-functioning, emotionally aware, and deeply tired. They often grew up in chaotic, emotionally neglectful, or high-pressure environments and learned to survive by being strong, responsible, or self-sufficient. Now they may struggle with anxiety, burnout, relationship patterns, people-pleasing, or feeling disconnected from themselves. They want to understand why they feel the way they do, feel more emotionally safe, and finally move out of survival mode into a life that feels more grounded, authentic, and sustainable.
Many of my clients are high-functioning, emotionally aware, and deeply tired. They often grew up in chaotic, emotionally neglectful, or high-pressure environments and learned to survive by being strong, responsible, or self-sufficient. Now they may struggle with anxiety, burnout, relationship patterns, people-pleasing, or feeling disconnected from themselves. They want to understand why they feel the way they do, feel more emotionally safe, and finally move out of survival mode into a life that feels more grounded, authentic, and sustainable.
Welcome to my page! I’m Lisa Mehrannia, an Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Los Angeles, CA. I specialize in helping teenagers and adults navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, and finding meaning and purpose in life. I believe in creating a collaborative and comfortable environment where you feel safe to share your thoughts and feelings. My goal is to truly understand what you're experiencing and to support you in reaching your personal goals.
Welcome to my page! I’m Lisa Mehrannia, an Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Los Angeles, CA. I specialize in helping teenagers and adults navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, and finding meaning and purpose in life. I believe in creating a collaborative and comfortable environment where you feel safe to share your thoughts and feelings. My goal is to truly understand what you're experiencing and to support you in reaching your personal goals.
I’m certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (ages 2-7).
I’m a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing therapy and psychological testing (e.g., IQ testing, ADHD, etc).
I work with all ages, specializing in children/teens and young adults. I also serve as an adjunct professor in graduate programs, which keeps me closely connected to real-world challenges like perfectionism, self-doubt, stress, and pressure in early career adults.
With a warm and change-focused approach, I hope to help you increase awareness and live a life aligned with your goals and values! I value using evidence-based approaches that have been shown to be helpful in research.
I’m certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (ages 2-7).
I’m a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing therapy and psychological testing (e.g., IQ testing, ADHD, etc).
I work with all ages, specializing in children/teens and young adults. I also serve as an adjunct professor in graduate programs, which keeps me closely connected to real-world challenges like perfectionism, self-doubt, stress, and pressure in early career adults.
With a warm and change-focused approach, I hope to help you increase awareness and live a life aligned with your goals and values! I value using evidence-based approaches that have been shown to be helpful in research.
Aleena Kaka, South Asian Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Los Angeles, CA 90064
As an immigrant therapist, I understand the challenges of balancing cultural, family, and personal values. I help clients strengthen their sense of identity, build meaningful relationships, and untangle pressures that block them from living authentically. I specialize in supporting high-achievers, first- and second-generation immigrants, teens, and professionals who want to reduce stress, manage anxiety, and create a more fulfilling and intentional life. If you’ve ever felt like you’re moving through life on autopilot or shaping your choices around other people’s expectations, you’re in the right place.
As an immigrant therapist, I understand the challenges of balancing cultural, family, and personal values. I help clients strengthen their sense of identity, build meaningful relationships, and untangle pressures that block them from living authentically. I specialize in supporting high-achievers, first- and second-generation immigrants, teens, and professionals who want to reduce stress, manage anxiety, and create a more fulfilling and intentional life. If you’ve ever felt like you’re moving through life on autopilot or shaping your choices around other people’s expectations, you’re in the right place.
Clients that have had therapy or indulge in self help practices are great clients. Building self esteem, dealing with addiction issues, couples and family issues, single/ dating issues and mood disorders are areas i have worked in for many years. Additionally, i work with families and individuals dealing with autism. I prefer clients that are looking for interactive therapy with the therapist and are open to homework which helps embed what is being learned.
Clients that have had therapy or indulge in self help practices are great clients. Building self esteem, dealing with addiction issues, couples and family issues, single/ dating issues and mood disorders are areas i have worked in for many years. Additionally, i work with families and individuals dealing with autism. I prefer clients that are looking for interactive therapy with the therapist and are open to homework which helps embed what is being learned.
I love doing therapy because it works! Healing and growth happen when you share deep inner wounds, thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a safe therapeutic space. Clients typically describe my sessions as grounding, compassionate, and insightful, with an atmosphere that encourages honest self-exploration and real, lasting change. My approach is client-centered. I strive to ensure that clients feel entirely accepted for who they are. I want them to know this is a space where they can be open about their experiences without fear of judgment. Every client has unique strengths and challenges, and my role is to honor that individuality.
I love doing therapy because it works! Healing and growth happen when you share deep inner wounds, thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a safe therapeutic space. Clients typically describe my sessions as grounding, compassionate, and insightful, with an atmosphere that encourages honest self-exploration and real, lasting change. My approach is client-centered. I strive to ensure that clients feel entirely accepted for who they are. I want them to know this is a space where they can be open about their experiences without fear of judgment. Every client has unique strengths and challenges, and my role is to honor that individuality.
Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are growth opportunities. You’re probably here because it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this journey.
Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are growth opportunities. You’re probably here because it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this journey.
I am certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT).
¡SÍ se puede! As a child of immigrants, I grappled with dilemmas of self-identity amidst the pressures of acculturation and assimilation. I embrace cultural diversity. Nonetheless, as a Latina I continue to fight against societal and cultural norms. How do you merge conflicting expectations and be at peace? My personal success with these issues, along with formal education and subsequent training have made me a strong bicultural therapist. Thus, I truly believe that memories and emotions are best processed in the language you experience them in because they are inextricably linked and are part of our identity.
I am certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT).
¡SÍ se puede! As a child of immigrants, I grappled with dilemmas of self-identity amidst the pressures of acculturation and assimilation. I embrace cultural diversity. Nonetheless, as a Latina I continue to fight against societal and cultural norms. How do you merge conflicting expectations and be at peace? My personal success with these issues, along with formal education and subsequent training have made me a strong bicultural therapist. Thus, I truly believe that memories and emotions are best processed in the language you experience them in because they are inextricably linked and are part of our identity.
Sometimes we must take a look at the painful or stressful feelings that complicate our lives and prevent us from finding satisfaction. Obstacles may stand in the way of leading more meaningful lives. We may feel stuck or helpless to take important steps, work toward goals and improve relationships. If you can relate, feeling anxious, sad, depressed, stressed, etc., perhaps it’s time for therapy. Anxiety is overwhelming, depression is often debilitating, and maybe you are wondering if therapy can help. Therapy provides the opportunity to explore feelings of depression, anxiety, helplessness or hopelessness.
Sometimes we must take a look at the painful or stressful feelings that complicate our lives and prevent us from finding satisfaction. Obstacles may stand in the way of leading more meaningful lives. We may feel stuck or helpless to take important steps, work toward goals and improve relationships. If you can relate, feeling anxious, sad, depressed, stressed, etc., perhaps it’s time for therapy. Anxiety is overwhelming, depression is often debilitating, and maybe you are wondering if therapy can help. Therapy provides the opportunity to explore feelings of depression, anxiety, helplessness or hopelessness.
As a cancer survivor myself, I know first hand how scary the "C" word is. As a result of cancer treatments, often times people develop mild to severe forms of depression, anxiety, "scanxiety," and post-traumatic stress disorder. Many people experience symptoms during treatment while others are symptomatic only after they are in full remission. My practice treats fellow warriors and their families that are navigating the cancer process, survivors trying to figure out their “new normal”, individuals in remission for years but are still processing the events that once happened, and those currently experiencing metastasized cancers.
As a cancer survivor myself, I know first hand how scary the "C" word is. As a result of cancer treatments, often times people develop mild to severe forms of depression, anxiety, "scanxiety," and post-traumatic stress disorder. Many people experience symptoms during treatment while others are symptomatic only after they are in full remission. My practice treats fellow warriors and their families that are navigating the cancer process, survivors trying to figure out their “new normal”, individuals in remission for years but are still processing the events that once happened, and those currently experiencing metastasized cancers.
As a certified Parent Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT) therapist, she has expertise in reducing behavioral symptoms through repairing family relationships and reinforcing healthy boundaries.
Dr. Rahnama has advanced training in reproductive grief and loss. She works with parents who are considering or have undergone a TFMR through evidence-based, trauma-informed care. She is completing training to become a Certified TFMR Specialist, an internationally recognized designation for providers who work with pregnancy loss, fetal anomaly and TFMR.
As a certified Parent Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT) therapist, she has expertise in reducing behavioral symptoms through repairing family relationships and reinforcing healthy boundaries.
Dr. Rahnama has advanced training in reproductive grief and loss. She works with parents who are considering or have undergone a TFMR through evidence-based, trauma-informed care. She is completing training to become a Certified TFMR Specialist, an internationally recognized designation for providers who work with pregnancy loss, fetal anomaly and TFMR.
Specifically I have had training in how to work with trauma related cases, crisis management, grief work, family therapy (included martial issues), ways to improve the parent-child relationship and adolescents issues.
My specialties include marital problems, depression, anxiety, adolescent issues, women's issues, parenting, crisis management, trauma-related cases such as domestic violence, physical or sexual abuse and many other issues. I am committed to helping my clients feel better and make changes easily, and I have the skills and passion to assist you in making better decisions. I am bilingual in Spanish. I can offer my services in the via telehealth or phone. Available Sun all day and Mon-Tues afternoon/evening. I also have interns who can see clients if my caseload is full.
Specifically I have had training in how to work with trauma related cases, crisis management, grief work, family therapy (included martial issues), ways to improve the parent-child relationship and adolescents issues.
My specialties include marital problems, depression, anxiety, adolescent issues, women's issues, parenting, crisis management, trauma-related cases such as domestic violence, physical or sexual abuse and many other issues. I am committed to helping my clients feel better and make changes easily, and I have the skills and passion to assist you in making better decisions. I am bilingual in Spanish. I can offer my services in the via telehealth or phone. Available Sun all day and Mon-Tues afternoon/evening. I also have interns who can see clients if my caseload is full.
Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual, but therapy can help you find direction.
I’m Tovi, a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee under the supervision of Melinda Haynes, LMFT-S 102308.
If you’ve ever sat in your car just to get a moment of quiet, or searched late at night wondering, “Is it normal to feel this overwhelmed?” you are not alone. Therapy provides a supportive space to pause, reflect, and begin creating the change you’re looking for.
Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual, but therapy can help you find direction.
I’m Tovi, a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee under the supervision of Melinda Haynes, LMFT-S 102308.
If you’ve ever sat in your car just to get a moment of quiet, or searched late at night wondering, “Is it normal to feel this overwhelmed?” you are not alone. Therapy provides a supportive space to pause, reflect, and begin creating the change you’re looking for.
Are you experiencing challenges in dealing with anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences? Do you struggle with effective communication and setting boundaries in your relationships with others? Life often presents obstacles and difficulties that might lead to these difficulties without proper tools, resources, and guidance. I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma-informed care to help you manage symptoms and promote healing and growth. With a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each client and their lived experiences, I foster a collaborative and inclusive therapeutic environment.
Are you experiencing challenges in dealing with anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences? Do you struggle with effective communication and setting boundaries in your relationships with others? Life often presents obstacles and difficulties that might lead to these difficulties without proper tools, resources, and guidance. I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma-informed care to help you manage symptoms and promote healing and growth. With a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each client and their lived experiences, I foster a collaborative and inclusive therapeutic environment.
I specialize in providing evidence-based treatments for Toddlers, Preschoolers, Children, Teens, Families, and Perinatal individuals who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, and behavior problems. I have diverse experience working with children and families who have experienced trauma. I am also passionate about working with perinatal individuals experiencing peripartum depression, anxiety, OCD, and processing traumatic births. I have extensive experience working with clients from diverse, multicultural backgrounds and work to cultivate a collaborative, non-judgmental approach that is evidence-based and personalized.
I specialize in providing evidence-based treatments for Toddlers, Preschoolers, Children, Teens, Families, and Perinatal individuals who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, and behavior problems. I have diverse experience working with children and families who have experienced trauma. I am also passionate about working with perinatal individuals experiencing peripartum depression, anxiety, OCD, and processing traumatic births. I have extensive experience working with clients from diverse, multicultural backgrounds and work to cultivate a collaborative, non-judgmental approach that is evidence-based and personalized.
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Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists
Does parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) work?
PCIT is an evidence-based treatment that has been shown to be effective across domains, including for children with behavioral problems, those on the autism spectrum, and those who have experienced early childhood trauma. Further, studies have found that the skills developed through PCIT benefit not only the child in therapy but also siblings, as the parent internalizes lessons learned in sessions and is able to incorporate them into interactions with other family members.
How long does PCIT last?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and treatment lasts, on average, between 12 and 20 sessions. Factors that influence treatment duration include how regularly a client attends treatment, how much progress is achieved between sessions, the particular skills that need development, and the extent to which the parent and therapist see improvement.
Can PCIT be done online?
PCIT is among the therapy types best suited for video sessions. Therapists are able to communicate with parents with essentially the same ease, and by observing the parent and child at home in their normal environment, the therapist may gain additional insight into their interactions, as the child will have their normal toys and may feel more comfortable and act more naturally than they would in a therapist’s room.
Does PCIT help parents?
In addition to the skills parents develop through the treatment, PCIT has also been shown to reduce frustration, stress, and depression in parents and promote confidence and a sense of calm when dealing with their children. The desired outcomes of PCIT include a reduction in defiant and aggressive behavior by children and an improvement in communicating their feelings productively, complying with parental instruction, and behaving according to parents’ rules. Growth in these areas can be a relief for parents.