Arab and Middle Eastern Therapists in Santa Monica, CA
I am Masoumeh (Mary) Kiahashemi, licensed marriage and family therapist for more than 24 years of experience working in a variety of settings and with diverse population. I specialize in working with individuals with depression, grief, anxiety, trauma, and substance use disorders using many approaches including CBT, DBT, solution focused, motivational interviewing, IFS and EMDR. My passion and commitment is in creating a positive and validating environment first to bring about positive change toward your personal goals and values.
I am Masoumeh (Mary) Kiahashemi, licensed marriage and family therapist for more than 24 years of experience working in a variety of settings and with diverse population. I specialize in working with individuals with depression, grief, anxiety, trauma, and substance use disorders using many approaches including CBT, DBT, solution focused, motivational interviewing, IFS and EMDR. My passion and commitment is in creating a positive and validating environment first to bring about positive change toward your personal goals and values.
Welcome! My name is Tamer, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in disability rights, substance use recovery, community health, and LGBTQIA+ centered care. I believe in person-centered approaches to understand the role that stories play in shaping our everyday lives. My work draws from Narrative therapy, which allows us to deconstruct how these stories show up in the context of anxiety, stress, depression, and trauma. Together, we will harness your ideas, skills, beliefs, and experiences to reclaim the story you want to live.
Welcome! My name is Tamer, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in disability rights, substance use recovery, community health, and LGBTQIA+ centered care. I believe in person-centered approaches to understand the role that stories play in shaping our everyday lives. My work draws from Narrative therapy, which allows us to deconstruct how these stories show up in the context of anxiety, stress, depression, and trauma. Together, we will harness your ideas, skills, beliefs, and experiences to reclaim the story you want to live.
Hi, I’m Leona Esmaeily-Aimua, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a master’s degree from California Baptist University. I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate anxiety, panic, trauma, depression, OCD, eating disorders, ADHD, and relationship challenges.
Opening up about your struggles can feel overwhelming, especially if you come from a culture or family where emotions weren’t openly discussed. My goal is to make therapy a safe and supportive space where you can finally speak freely, feel heard, and begin to heal.
Hi, I’m Leona Esmaeily-Aimua, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a master’s degree from California Baptist University. I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate anxiety, panic, trauma, depression, OCD, eating disorders, ADHD, and relationship challenges.
Opening up about your struggles can feel overwhelming, especially if you come from a culture or family where emotions weren’t openly discussed. My goal is to make therapy a safe and supportive space where you can finally speak freely, feel heard, and begin to heal.
Welcome! Are you feeling lost after surviving a toxic relationship or unsure about how to find your true self again? I specialize in supporting women navigating the complexities of narcissistic abuse recovery, helping you rebuild your confidence, reclaim your voice, and establish healthy boundaries. Together, we can uncover the resilience and identity you already hold within. For those seeking a faith-based approach, I offer a safe, compassionate space to align therapeutic growth with your spiritual values.
Welcome! Are you feeling lost after surviving a toxic relationship or unsure about how to find your true self again? I specialize in supporting women navigating the complexities of narcissistic abuse recovery, helping you rebuild your confidence, reclaim your voice, and establish healthy boundaries. Together, we can uncover the resilience and identity you already hold within. For those seeking a faith-based approach, I offer a safe, compassionate space to align therapeutic growth with your spiritual values.
You want a balanced life; fulfilling career, romantic relationship, genuine friendships, family bonds, health, and fun. Maybe some areas of your life feel full, yet there is still something missing, thus creating this imbalance. This does not happen in a vacuum; it happens in relationship with oneself and others. Healing also happens in relationships, which starts with me and you. I am an expert in healthy relationships and career; helping to create space for more in your life without feeling overwhelmed. I will help you improve your life and find the relief you need in a world that can sometimes feel unrelenting.
You want a balanced life; fulfilling career, romantic relationship, genuine friendships, family bonds, health, and fun. Maybe some areas of your life feel full, yet there is still something missing, thus creating this imbalance. This does not happen in a vacuum; it happens in relationship with oneself and others. Healing also happens in relationships, which starts with me and you. I am an expert in healthy relationships and career; helping to create space for more in your life without feeling overwhelmed. I will help you improve your life and find the relief you need in a world that can sometimes feel unrelenting.
Are you satisfied with the direction of your life? Are you having the life experiences and relationships that you long for? If not, you are not alone. Life can be challenging at times. It can steer us away from what we want or need and take us down paths we may not necessarily want to be on. Together, we can deepen the relationship you have with yourself, connect to your innermost needs and desires, identify patterns in behavior, and work through roadblocks and barriers. My goal is to empower you to lead a life that is meaningful to you.
Are you satisfied with the direction of your life? Are you having the life experiences and relationships that you long for? If not, you are not alone. Life can be challenging at times. It can steer us away from what we want or need and take us down paths we may not necessarily want to be on. Together, we can deepen the relationship you have with yourself, connect to your innermost needs and desires, identify patterns in behavior, and work through roadblocks and barriers. My goal is to empower you to lead a life that is meaningful to you.
I’m Matt, and I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a therapist who believes that real healing happens when you can show up as your authentic self — messy, uncertain, and all. My approach is grounded in compassion and genuine connection, creating a space where you feel truly seen, supported, and understood as you work toward growth and self-discovery.
I’m Matt, and I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a therapist who believes that real healing happens when you can show up as your authentic self — messy, uncertain, and all. My approach is grounded in compassion and genuine connection, creating a space where you feel truly seen, supported, and understood as you work toward growth and self-discovery.
Sometimes we outgrow the stories we once told ourselves about who we are, what we deserve, or how we’re supposed to be. You might be feeling anxious, stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed by life’s demands. Perhaps you’re navigating a major transition, coping with loss or relationship challenges, facing cultural or generational tensions, or trying to make sense of long-standing patterns. My clients often come to therapy seeking relief, clarity, and a deeper sense of connection, with themselves and with others.
Sometimes we outgrow the stories we once told ourselves about who we are, what we deserve, or how we’re supposed to be. You might be feeling anxious, stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed by life’s demands. Perhaps you’re navigating a major transition, coping with loss or relationship challenges, facing cultural or generational tensions, or trying to make sense of long-standing patterns. My clients often come to therapy seeking relief, clarity, and a deeper sense of connection, with themselves and with others.
Feeling overwhelmed by life, your relationship(s), or the pressure to balance it all? Struggling with stress, anxiety, or grief? Navigating major changes like loss, new parenthood, career shifts, or preparing for marriage? Feeling disconnected in your relationship or struggling with intimacy? Are you a teen feeling the weight of academic pressure, social dynamics, or family expectations? At MindfullyWell Therapy, we a supportive culture forward space to process emotions, improve communication, and rebuild confidence. If you’re looking for clarity, connection, and resilience, we’re here to help.
Feeling overwhelmed by life, your relationship(s), or the pressure to balance it all? Struggling with stress, anxiety, or grief? Navigating major changes like loss, new parenthood, career shifts, or preparing for marriage? Feeling disconnected in your relationship or struggling with intimacy? Are you a teen feeling the weight of academic pressure, social dynamics, or family expectations? At MindfullyWell Therapy, we a supportive culture forward space to process emotions, improve communication, and rebuild confidence. If you’re looking for clarity, connection, and resilience, we’re here to help.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing compassionate support for individuals, couples, and families facing infertility, addiction, eating disorders, trauma, and relationship challenges. With a collaborative and empathetic approach, I help clients navigate life’s most difficult experiences.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing compassionate support for individuals, couples, and families facing infertility, addiction, eating disorders, trauma, and relationship challenges. With a collaborative and empathetic approach, I help clients navigate life’s most difficult experiences.
I specialize in EMDR therapy for trauma, PTSD, and chronic nervous system dysregulation, helping adults recover from overwhelming experiences and regain a sense of safety and control. I work with adults experiencing the lasting impact of trauma, with a focus on first responders, high-stress professionals, & those with complex or chronic trauma histories. EMDR is especially effective for individuals who feel “stuck” in past experiences or who have tried talk therapy but still feel emotionally activated by trauma triggers.
I specialize in EMDR therapy for trauma, PTSD, and chronic nervous system dysregulation, helping adults recover from overwhelming experiences and regain a sense of safety and control. I work with adults experiencing the lasting impact of trauma, with a focus on first responders, high-stress professionals, & those with complex or chronic trauma histories. EMDR is especially effective for individuals who feel “stuck” in past experiences or who have tried talk therapy but still feel emotionally activated by trauma triggers.
Are you tired of feeling alone navigating your medical conditions? Overwhelmed around keeping track of so many appointments, isolated from the impacts of medical/health trauma, or maybe even physically isolated due to pain and fatigue? You don't have to do it all alone. As someone living with longtime chronic pain and illnesses, I understand the real mental health impacts which come along with living in a struggling body (and, for many of us, a neurodivergent mind). Through therapy, I will actively engage you in gentle reflections and practices to best support your well-being.
Are you tired of feeling alone navigating your medical conditions? Overwhelmed around keeping track of so many appointments, isolated from the impacts of medical/health trauma, or maybe even physically isolated due to pain and fatigue? You don't have to do it all alone. As someone living with longtime chronic pain and illnesses, I understand the real mental health impacts which come along with living in a struggling body (and, for many of us, a neurodivergent mind). Through therapy, I will actively engage you in gentle reflections and practices to best support your well-being.
People seek therapy for many reasons — stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, burnout, loss, or difficulty adjusting to life changes. Whether you’re a young adult feeling overwhelmed or an older adult navigating retirement, health concerns, or caregiving stress, therapy can offer clarity and support.
People seek therapy for many reasons — stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, burnout, loss, or difficulty adjusting to life changes. Whether you’re a young adult feeling overwhelmed or an older adult navigating retirement, health concerns, or caregiving stress, therapy can offer clarity and support.
I am an Associate MFT and Art Therapist with a passion for helping individuals—children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and couples—overcome anxiety, addiction, interpersonal conflict, and trauma. Through a combination of traditional talk therapy, and art therapy techniques. My goal is to help clients build resilience, develop effective coping strategies, and cultivate a positive self-image. As Charles R. Swindoll said, “Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it.”
I am an Associate MFT and Art Therapist with a passion for helping individuals—children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and couples—overcome anxiety, addiction, interpersonal conflict, and trauma. Through a combination of traditional talk therapy, and art therapy techniques. My goal is to help clients build resilience, develop effective coping strategies, and cultivate a positive self-image. As Charles R. Swindoll said, “Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it.”
Sophie Halavy: Teen, Adult, Family
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
9 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Not accepting new clients
Anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles typically don't show up out of nowhere. Many of the ways we relate to ourselves and others are shaped by our early experiences and significant relationships. You may have grown up in a family marked by conflict or instability, or had experiences that influenced how you learned to cope and connect. If you find yourself feeling stuck, struggling to trust others, express your needs, or feel connected, therapy can help you understand why. We'll explore how your past continues to shape the way you see yourself, relate to others, and move through the world.
Anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles typically don't show up out of nowhere. Many of the ways we relate to ourselves and others are shaped by our early experiences and significant relationships. You may have grown up in a family marked by conflict or instability, or had experiences that influenced how you learned to cope and connect. If you find yourself feeling stuck, struggling to trust others, express your needs, or feel connected, therapy can help you understand why. We'll explore how your past continues to shape the way you see yourself, relate to others, and move through the world.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, high-functioning adults who feel emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in recurring relationship patterns. They may struggle with trauma, anxiety, or difficulty feeling secure in close relationships despite outward success. Many come from high-responsibility roles or multicultural backgrounds and seek deeper self-understanding, emotional stability, and the ability to feel more grounded, secure, and connected within themselves and their relationships.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, high-functioning adults who feel emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in recurring relationship patterns. They may struggle with trauma, anxiety, or difficulty feeling secure in close relationships despite outward success. Many come from high-responsibility roles or multicultural backgrounds and seek deeper self-understanding, emotional stability, and the ability to feel more grounded, secure, and connected within themselves and their relationships.
Do you struggle to create and maintain healthy friendships or romantic relationships? Is your dating and relationship life a source of constant anxiety and stress? With the right skills and therapy, you can develop secure, healthy connections in your life.
I have over ten years of experience helping people heal from childhood trauma, grief, codependency, break-ups & relationship issues. Whether you are considering therapy for the first time or have been unsuccessful in previous therapies, I offer a strengths-based and relational approach that will help you create the life & relationships you deserve.
Do you struggle to create and maintain healthy friendships or romantic relationships? Is your dating and relationship life a source of constant anxiety and stress? With the right skills and therapy, you can develop secure, healthy connections in your life.
I have over ten years of experience helping people heal from childhood trauma, grief, codependency, break-ups & relationship issues. Whether you are considering therapy for the first time or have been unsuccessful in previous therapies, I offer a strengths-based and relational approach that will help you create the life & relationships you deserve.
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