Multiracial Therapists in North Hills, CA
Many of us are struggling to get through the days as we deal with the stress of balancing complicated thoughts and feelings about identity, relationships, and coping with the constant pressures of living in our current situation. Whether it is the state of our society, personal and relational struggles, or all of the above, I would be honored to walk with you as a supportive, consistent, and helpful companion and guide in your journey towards healing and strength. I view the therapeutic relationship as an equal partnership as we work together towards the fulfillment of your personal and relational goals.
Many of us are struggling to get through the days as we deal with the stress of balancing complicated thoughts and feelings about identity, relationships, and coping with the constant pressures of living in our current situation. Whether it is the state of our society, personal and relational struggles, or all of the above, I would be honored to walk with you as a supportive, consistent, and helpful companion and guide in your journey towards healing and strength. I view the therapeutic relationship as an equal partnership as we work together towards the fulfillment of your personal and relational goals.
Hi there, I'm Oluchi! Please feel free to call me Lu for short. I utilize a mixture of modalities. The main therapeutic process I utilize is founded in behavioral therapies, CBT, DBT, REBT, mixed with acceptance therapies, meditation, and mindfulness. I love working with a range of clients. I am comfortable treating most conditions, as the therapeutic process I use encompasses skills for many mental health issues.
Hi there, I'm Oluchi! Please feel free to call me Lu for short. I utilize a mixture of modalities. The main therapeutic process I utilize is founded in behavioral therapies, CBT, DBT, REBT, mixed with acceptance therapies, meditation, and mindfulness. I love working with a range of clients. I am comfortable treating most conditions, as the therapeutic process I use encompasses skills for many mental health issues.
It can be hard to open up without reserve to a stranger. I strive to create a space that promotes vulnerability, growth, and introspection. Through trauma-informed and person-centered approaches, I help clients find their voice and purpose in the eventful journey of life. My clients can expect to become aware, empowered, and assertive as they take charge of their health and happiness. I will tell you what you need to know, not with judgment, but with solutions. I will teach you how to speak so that you are heard and understood.
It can be hard to open up without reserve to a stranger. I strive to create a space that promotes vulnerability, growth, and introspection. Through trauma-informed and person-centered approaches, I help clients find their voice and purpose in the eventful journey of life. My clients can expect to become aware, empowered, and assertive as they take charge of their health and happiness. I will tell you what you need to know, not with judgment, but with solutions. I will teach you how to speak so that you are heard and understood.
Hello! My name is Asfara AMFT 151152
Supervised by, Cathy Chambliss, LMFT 39875 - I am of south asian heritage and fluent in multiple languages.
I work with ambitious individuals from immigrant or multicultural backgrounds navigating high-pressure careers and the complexities of relationships. You may feel torn between honoring cultural roots and pursuing personal goals, battling imposter syndrome, or managing stress tied to high expectations. Together, we’ll build tools for self-acceptance, stress management, and healthier connections, empowering you to integrate your identity and thrive in both personal and professional spaces.
Hello! My name is Asfara AMFT 151152
Supervised by, Cathy Chambliss, LMFT 39875 - I am of south asian heritage and fluent in multiple languages.
I work with ambitious individuals from immigrant or multicultural backgrounds navigating high-pressure careers and the complexities of relationships. You may feel torn between honoring cultural roots and pursuing personal goals, battling imposter syndrome, or managing stress tied to high expectations. Together, we’ll build tools for self-acceptance, stress management, and healthier connections, empowering you to integrate your identity and thrive in both personal and professional spaces.
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I’m an LMFT who uses a psychodynamic, client-centered approach. I help young adults better handle life’s stressors, keep perfectionism in check, and grow their self-esteem. I want to help people feel more connected to themselves and others. I enjoy working with Gen Z and Millennials who are navigating their unique paths in life. I mostly work with anxiety, whether it stems from familial stress (due to filial piety or trauma) or societal pressures (due to gender expectations or political factors). I also work with social anxiety, loneliness, and self-esteem issues.
I’m an LMFT who uses a psychodynamic, client-centered approach. I help young adults better handle life’s stressors, keep perfectionism in check, and grow their self-esteem. I want to help people feel more connected to themselves and others. I enjoy working with Gen Z and Millennials who are navigating their unique paths in life. I mostly work with anxiety, whether it stems from familial stress (due to filial piety or trauma) or societal pressures (due to gender expectations or political factors). I also work with social anxiety, loneliness, and self-esteem issues.
Feeling emotionally overwhelmed doesn’t always have a clear reason. Sometimes it builds gradually from ongoing stress, complicated relationships, or the quiet weight of expectations. You may be balancing many roles and, somewhere along the way, feel disconnected from parts of yourself. This can show up as anxiety, emotional numbness, irritability, isolation, low motivation, or self-doubt.
For many people, especially those from collectivist or immigrant communities, mental health and emotions were rarely discussed. Seeking therapy can feel unfamiliar or stigmatizing, which can make the experience feel even more isolating.
Feeling emotionally overwhelmed doesn’t always have a clear reason. Sometimes it builds gradually from ongoing stress, complicated relationships, or the quiet weight of expectations. You may be balancing many roles and, somewhere along the way, feel disconnected from parts of yourself. This can show up as anxiety, emotional numbness, irritability, isolation, low motivation, or self-doubt.
For many people, especially those from collectivist or immigrant communities, mental health and emotions were rarely discussed. Seeking therapy can feel unfamiliar or stigmatizing, which can make the experience feel even more isolating.
I help adults, couples, and families work through trauma, anxiety, ADHD, eating and body image concerns, and relationship distress. Many of my clients feel stuck in patterns that make sense on the surface but are exhausting to live with, especially when they are used to being the responsible one or the one everyone else depends on. In our work together, I focus on helping you understand what is happening in your nervous system, how past experiences may still be showing up in the present, and what it takes to actually create change that lasts.
I help adults, couples, and families work through trauma, anxiety, ADHD, eating and body image concerns, and relationship distress. Many of my clients feel stuck in patterns that make sense on the surface but are exhausting to live with, especially when they are used to being the responsible one or the one everyone else depends on. In our work together, I focus on helping you understand what is happening in your nervous system, how past experiences may still be showing up in the present, and what it takes to actually create change that lasts.
My name is Christina Auer-Arriaga, Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is focused on guiding you to reach your personal goals. Change is one of the only constants in life and finding balance is a challenge for most of us. Helping you find this balance with a strategy that works for you is my purpose. As your therapist I will join you in the path towards personal transformation. I enjoy working collaboratively with Clients, exploring their areas of concern, options for change and growth, and seeing those changes realized in their individual lives. I love learning about other cultures and being from a diverse background myself.
My name is Christina Auer-Arriaga, Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is focused on guiding you to reach your personal goals. Change is one of the only constants in life and finding balance is a challenge for most of us. Helping you find this balance with a strategy that works for you is my purpose. As your therapist I will join you in the path towards personal transformation. I enjoy working collaboratively with Clients, exploring their areas of concern, options for change and growth, and seeing those changes realized in their individual lives. I love learning about other cultures and being from a diverse background myself.
As a person of mixed heritage, I also welcome clients exploring identity, culture, belonging, and the experience of living between worlds.
I work with high-achieving individuals who are curious about themselves and their relationships. Clients who want to uncover unconscious patterns and beliefs and get to the root of the problem, rather than just find ways to manage their symptoms. Together, we will process unresolved emotions and gain insight that will free you to live a life of your choosing, authentically, and with greater satisfaction and ease.
As a person of mixed heritage, I also welcome clients exploring identity, culture, belonging, and the experience of living between worlds.
I work with high-achieving individuals who are curious about themselves and their relationships. Clients who want to uncover unconscious patterns and beliefs and get to the root of the problem, rather than just find ways to manage their symptoms. Together, we will process unresolved emotions and gain insight that will free you to live a life of your choosing, authentically, and with greater satisfaction and ease.
My approach to therapy is person-centered, collaborative, and nontraditional, with a heavy dose of warmth and humor. My practice is shaped less by theory and more by who you are and what works best for you. I tend to understand life’s challenges through a postmodern perspective, paying close attention to the systems and institutions that shape our lives in visible and invisible ways.
I work from a trauma-informed lens, with particular care for experiences related to oppression, marginalization, and transgenerational or familial struggles. Play, connection, curiosity and levity are the cornerstones of my practice.
My approach to therapy is person-centered, collaborative, and nontraditional, with a heavy dose of warmth and humor. My practice is shaped less by theory and more by who you are and what works best for you. I tend to understand life’s challenges through a postmodern perspective, paying close attention to the systems and institutions that shape our lives in visible and invisible ways.
I work from a trauma-informed lens, with particular care for experiences related to oppression, marginalization, and transgenerational or familial struggles. Play, connection, curiosity and levity are the cornerstones of my practice.
I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults experiencing OCD, anxiety disorders, Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), and tic disorders, including Tourette syndrome. My goal is to create a supportive, welcoming space where clients and families feel understood, encouraged, and empowered to make meaningful progress.
I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults experiencing OCD, anxiety disorders, Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), and tic disorders, including Tourette syndrome. My goal is to create a supportive, welcoming space where clients and families feel understood, encouraged, and empowered to make meaningful progress.
Entering therapy can feel vulnerable, but it is also a meaningful step toward lasting emotional ease. When relationships, life circumstances, or ongoing responsibilities leave you feeling off balance, it may show up as anxiety, exhaustion, loneliness, or a sense of disconnection from yourself and others. Outwardly, your life may appear successful and well managed, yet privately you may be carrying burdens that few people see. Together, we can make sense of what lies beneath the surface and find relief from persistent inner tension.
Entering therapy can feel vulnerable, but it is also a meaningful step toward lasting emotional ease. When relationships, life circumstances, or ongoing responsibilities leave you feeling off balance, it may show up as anxiety, exhaustion, loneliness, or a sense of disconnection from yourself and others. Outwardly, your life may appear successful and well managed, yet privately you may be carrying burdens that few people see. Together, we can make sense of what lies beneath the surface and find relief from persistent inner tension.
I support teens, adults, and families who are navigating life transitions, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, grief, identity exploration, anxiety, depression, and the lasting impact of difficult or traumatic experiences. Whether you are feeling disconnected from yourself, struggling to break painful relational patterns, or simply trying to find steadiness during a difficult season of life, therapy can become a space where healing and clarity begin to emerge.
I support teens, adults, and families who are navigating life transitions, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, grief, identity exploration, anxiety, depression, and the lasting impact of difficult or traumatic experiences. Whether you are feeling disconnected from yourself, struggling to break painful relational patterns, or simply trying to find steadiness during a difficult season of life, therapy can become a space where healing and clarity begin to emerge.
I started Align because I want therapy to feel different.
In many families, feelings were something you managed quietly, needing help felt like failure, boundaries were seen as passive aggression, and defying expectations felt like betrayal.
I don't see it that way. Whether we are talking family or a relationship, you can do all of those things without alienating anyone. I think most of us were simply never taught the skills, and then we spend years judging ourselves for not having them.
So my work starts from understanding, not fixing. We look at the patterns you inherited and decide together which ones still serve you.
I started Align because I want therapy to feel different.
In many families, feelings were something you managed quietly, needing help felt like failure, boundaries were seen as passive aggression, and defying expectations felt like betrayal.
I don't see it that way. Whether we are talking family or a relationship, you can do all of those things without alienating anyone. I think most of us were simply never taught the skills, and then we spend years judging ourselves for not having them.
So my work starts from understanding, not fixing. We look at the patterns you inherited and decide together which ones still serve you.
You may be successful, accomplished, and deeply capable—the person others rely on, admire, or believe has it all together—while privately feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, unseen, or unsure why something still feels missing. I specialize in working with high-achieving professionals, women in demanding roles, and individuals navigating the quiet emotional weight that often lies behind outward success.
Therapy can provide a space where you no longer need to perform strength, carry everything alone, or minimize your pain simply because you are functioning well. I
You may be successful, accomplished, and deeply capable—the person others rely on, admire, or believe has it all together—while privately feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, unseen, or unsure why something still feels missing. I specialize in working with high-achieving professionals, women in demanding roles, and individuals navigating the quiet emotional weight that often lies behind outward success.
Therapy can provide a space where you no longer need to perform strength, carry everything alone, or minimize your pain simply because you are functioning well. I
You don’t have to carry this alone—real healing and change are possible. Life can feel overwhelming when facing anxiety, emotional pain, or major transitions. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel seen and heard. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we’ll build insight and create tools for lasting change. My goal is to help you move from feeling stuck to feeling confident & empowered. For those who desire it, I also integrate faith into the healing process. You deserve more than just getting by—you deserve to feel whole. Reach out for a free consultation call.
You don’t have to carry this alone—real healing and change are possible. Life can feel overwhelming when facing anxiety, emotional pain, or major transitions. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel seen and heard. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we’ll build insight and create tools for lasting change. My goal is to help you move from feeling stuck to feeling confident & empowered. For those who desire it, I also integrate faith into the healing process. You deserve more than just getting by—you deserve to feel whole. Reach out for a free consultation call.
If you're unsure your next step or just need to process where you're at right now in life, I can support with exploring and untangling your own thoughts so you can clearly see how you are feeling, what you want to do and where you want to go.
If you're unsure your next step or just need to process where you're at right now in life, I can support with exploring and untangling your own thoughts so you can clearly see how you are feeling, what you want to do and where you want to go.
Whether you are an athlete striving for peak performance, a student-athlete balancing school and sport, or a leader navigating a high-stakes environment—the pressure to succeed can often turn into performance anxiety, intense self-criticism, and burnout. You don’t have to push through it, and certainly, not alone.
I’m Dr. Shane, a licensed psychologist specializing in sport psychology, athlete mental health, and high-performer wellness. My goal is simple: to provide a grounded, supportive space where you can build genuine confidence, emotional resilience, and sustainable success without sacrificing your well-being in the process.
Whether you are an athlete striving for peak performance, a student-athlete balancing school and sport, or a leader navigating a high-stakes environment—the pressure to succeed can often turn into performance anxiety, intense self-criticism, and burnout. You don’t have to push through it, and certainly, not alone.
I’m Dr. Shane, a licensed psychologist specializing in sport psychology, athlete mental health, and high-performer wellness. My goal is simple: to provide a grounded, supportive space where you can build genuine confidence, emotional resilience, and sustainable success without sacrificing your well-being in the process.
Hi, I'm Jess!
You are in the right place at the right time. I am passionate about supporting adult clients, including perinatal clients, women, and LGBTQ+ birthing people who are navigating their reproductive journey—or simply seeking support with their healing journey. Even if you’re not sure where to start, that’s okay. Mental health maintenance is a meaningful place to begin. Nothing has to be “wrong” with you to seek therapy—you deserve a space to be seen, supported, and understood.
Hi, I'm Jess!
You are in the right place at the right time. I am passionate about supporting adult clients, including perinatal clients, women, and LGBTQ+ birthing people who are navigating their reproductive journey—or simply seeking support with their healing journey. Even if you’re not sure where to start, that’s okay. Mental health maintenance is a meaningful place to begin. Nothing has to be “wrong” with you to seek therapy—you deserve a space to be seen, supported, and understood.
Something's not right. You've noticed a shift. That feeling that your child or young adult isn't doing well is a painful one. You've noticed something is wrong, but aren't quite sure what it is. Sometimes it's just a shrug of the shoulder or an anxious countenance, while other times it feels like you're watching the light in them go dim. You've tried talking to your child; however, they just don't seem to be opening up. Memories of them when they seemed more energetic, happy, and even fearless lead you to believe they need help. One thing is for certain: you love your child and want your child to have the support they need.
Something's not right. You've noticed a shift. That feeling that your child or young adult isn't doing well is a painful one. You've noticed something is wrong, but aren't quite sure what it is. Sometimes it's just a shrug of the shoulder or an anxious countenance, while other times it feels like you're watching the light in them go dim. You've tried talking to your child; however, they just don't seem to be opening up. Memories of them when they seemed more energetic, happy, and even fearless lead you to believe they need help. One thing is for certain: you love your child and want your child to have the support they need.
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FAQ - About Multiracial Counseling
Why might mixed race or multiracial identity be important to address in therapy?
Mixed race or multiracial identity can shape how you understand yourself and relate to others around you, so it is natural that this identity may be important to speak about in therapy. If you identify as mixed race, you may find it helpful to speak with a therapist about identity, belonging, racism, cultural disconnection, or feeling pressure to “choose” one part of your background over another. A therapist who understands or shares your mixed race identity may be better able to support conversations about your experiences. A shared background may also strengthen the therapeutic alliance, which refers to the working relationship between you and your therapist and is tied to positive therapy outcomes.
How can a mixed race therapist support couples counseling or family therapy?
Like other therapists, mixed race therapists can support couples and families with a broad range of concerns, including communication challenges, conflict, parenting, life transitions, and relationship stress. However, therapists who personally identify as mixed race may be especially helpful when race, culture, or ethnicity are part of the concerns being discussed, such as when partners come from different cultural backgrounds and are navigating differing personal or community expectations. A mixed race therapist may also help couples and families explore how identity shapes each person’s experience in the relationship. Family members, for instance, may not experience race or culture in the same way, even within the same household. Therapy can offer a space to talk through these differences.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience working with mixed race or multiracial clients?
The initial consultation, which is typically a brief phone or video call, can be a good time to ask about a therapist’s experience working with multiracial clients. You can ask specific questions, such as “Do you have experience working with multiracial clients?” or broader questions, such as “How do you approach cultural identity in your practice?” As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A good therapist should respond with respect, curiosity, and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed or misunderstood, or if you find yourself having to explain your beliefs or cultural context constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of mixed race therapists?
The directory of mixed race therapists includes therapists who have shared their mixed race or multiracial identity in their profiles, as well as therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with mixed race clients, regardless of their own background. Not all therapists choose to disclose this information on their profile, and these individuals may not appear in search results for this reason.