Arab and Middle Eastern Therapists in Studio City, CA
Hi there, I'm Aramesh! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with women navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, and attachment concerns. I also work with couples who want to improve communication, rebuild connection, and better understand one another. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in attachment theory. I help clients understand the patterns that shape their relationships, emotions, and sense of self. Together, we build insight, develop practical coping tools, and create meaningful, lasting change that aligns with their goals.
Hi there, I'm Aramesh! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with women navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, and attachment concerns. I also work with couples who want to improve communication, rebuild connection, and better understand one another. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in attachment theory. I help clients understand the patterns that shape their relationships, emotions, and sense of self. Together, we build insight, develop practical coping tools, and create meaningful, lasting change that aligns with their goals.
Are you struggling to end the cycle of thinking that stops you from moving forward and having what you want in love and sex? Do you want to create happy, healthy relationships that are rooted in trust, security, intimacy, and great communication? Do you want a fulfilling sex life? For 20 years I’ve been in private practice and an expert on UK/US TV helping thousands of people just like you have whole-life success and happiness. You too can let go of the past,overcome limiting beliefs, reset thinking patterns, transform trauma, feel positive emotions, increase sexual enjoyment, and create a new version of yourself, one that you LOVE.
Are you struggling to end the cycle of thinking that stops you from moving forward and having what you want in love and sex? Do you want to create happy, healthy relationships that are rooted in trust, security, intimacy, and great communication? Do you want a fulfilling sex life? For 20 years I’ve been in private practice and an expert on UK/US TV helping thousands of people just like you have whole-life success and happiness. You too can let go of the past,overcome limiting beliefs, reset thinking patterns, transform trauma, feel positive emotions, increase sexual enjoyment, and create a new version of yourself, one that you LOVE.
Life can leave us carrying emotional pain, recurring patterns, or relationship struggles. As a therapist with Palestinian, Venezuelan, and Caribbean roots, I provide a compassionate, culturally-informed space where clients feel truly seen. I guide them through challenges toward deeper self-awareness, emotional freedom, and the ability to live more fully and authentically.
Life can leave us carrying emotional pain, recurring patterns, or relationship struggles. As a therapist with Palestinian, Venezuelan, and Caribbean roots, I provide a compassionate, culturally-informed space where clients feel truly seen. I guide them through challenges toward deeper self-awareness, emotional freedom, and the ability to live more fully and authentically.
I specialize in evidence-based treatments for adults struggling with addiction, trauma, depression, and anxiety. My approach focuses on helping individuals deepen their understanding of themselves and increase their willingness to tolerate and navigate their emotional experiences. I recognize that meaningful change takes time, and I believe trust in the therapeutic relationship is essential—and something the clinician is responsible for building and maintaining. Overall, my goal is to help individuals increase emotional awareness, make value-consistent changes, and heal from patterns that contribute to suffering.
I specialize in evidence-based treatments for adults struggling with addiction, trauma, depression, and anxiety. My approach focuses on helping individuals deepen their understanding of themselves and increase their willingness to tolerate and navigate their emotional experiences. I recognize that meaningful change takes time, and I believe trust in the therapeutic relationship is essential—and something the clinician is responsible for building and maintaining. Overall, my goal is to help individuals increase emotional awareness, make value-consistent changes, and heal from patterns that contribute to suffering.
I work with women and couples navigating relationship patterns, who feel stuck in repeating dynamics, often a push-pull dynamic where one partner seeks closeness and the other pulls away. Many feel disconnected, misunderstood, or frustrated by ongoing conflict. I help clients navigate relationship patterns, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm, especially when trying to better understand their needs and boundaries.
I work with women and couples navigating relationship patterns, who feel stuck in repeating dynamics, often a push-pull dynamic where one partner seeks closeness and the other pulls away. Many feel disconnected, misunderstood, or frustrated by ongoing conflict. I help clients navigate relationship patterns, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm, especially when trying to better understand their needs and boundaries.
I specialize in trauma, childhood trauma, attachment, anxiety, grief, burn out, struggles with identity & purpose, Middle eastern cultural and religious challenges (dual identities), relationship issues, divorce & women's issues.
My name is Dana. I am a Palestinian-Muslim licensed clinical social worker with a deep commitment to honoring the unique cultural identities and experiences of each individual. I believe in the transformative power of self-awareness and will challenge & support you through your journey of healing and growth. Our work together will be collaborative and authentic, grounded in mutual respect & trust. This is the safest space for you to feel uncomfortable, explore difficult emotions, and ultimately find your path to resilience and empowerment.
I specialize in trauma, childhood trauma, attachment, anxiety, grief, burn out, struggles with identity & purpose, Middle eastern cultural and religious challenges (dual identities), relationship issues, divorce & women's issues.
My name is Dana. I am a Palestinian-Muslim licensed clinical social worker with a deep commitment to honoring the unique cultural identities and experiences of each individual. I believe in the transformative power of self-awareness and will challenge & support you through your journey of healing and growth. Our work together will be collaborative and authentic, grounded in mutual respect & trust. This is the safest space for you to feel uncomfortable, explore difficult emotions, and ultimately find your path to resilience and empowerment.
My name is Roy Dror, and I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California since 2014. Over the past decade, I have had the privilege of working with a diverse clientele spanning various age groups, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, socio-economic statuses, sexual orientations, and clinical diagnoses. I bring extensive experience and clinical expertise in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, adjustment disorders, gender dysphoria, relational and marital conflicts, and crisis management.
My name is Roy Dror, and I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California since 2014. Over the past decade, I have had the privilege of working with a diverse clientele spanning various age groups, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, socio-economic statuses, sexual orientations, and clinical diagnoses. I bring extensive experience and clinical expertise in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, adjustment disorders, gender dysphoria, relational and marital conflicts, and crisis management.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who strives to make a positive impact in people's lives. I specialize in working with young adults and adults and create a warm, safe, confidential and judgement-free space for my clients. I often work with high functioning working professionals and college students that would like to make progress with their symptoms of anxiety, OCD and ADHD. By working collaboratively with you and providing support along your journey, I can help you transform your mindset and relationship with yourself and others.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who strives to make a positive impact in people's lives. I specialize in working with young adults and adults and create a warm, safe, confidential and judgement-free space for my clients. I often work with high functioning working professionals and college students that would like to make progress with their symptoms of anxiety, OCD and ADHD. By working collaboratively with you and providing support along your journey, I can help you transform your mindset and relationship with yourself and others.
People often come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand—whether related to anxiety, relationships, perfectionism, or major life transitions. Often there is a sense that something deeper is driving these struggles, even if it’s hard to put into words. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, eating disorders, body image concerns, perfectionism, and women’s issues. I help clients better understand the emotional patterns shaping their experiences while developing a healthier relationship with food, their bodies, and themselves.
People often come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand—whether related to anxiety, relationships, perfectionism, or major life transitions. Often there is a sense that something deeper is driving these struggles, even if it’s hard to put into words. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, eating disorders, body image concerns, perfectionism, and women’s issues. I help clients better understand the emotional patterns shaping their experiences while developing a healthier relationship with food, their bodies, and themselves.
I work with adults & adolescents experiencing emotional distress relating to ADHD, anxiety, depression including self-harm & suicidal ideation, trauma, difficulties attending your job or school, transitional stress, self-esteem & identity exploration. Clients can process both daily stressors and long-term areas of distress, learning the skills needed to manage their symptoms independently. The foundation of my therapeutic approach is strength based & person-centered with aspects of narrative therapy. I will always prioritize and ensure our space is supportive and non-judgmental.
I work with adults & adolescents experiencing emotional distress relating to ADHD, anxiety, depression including self-harm & suicidal ideation, trauma, difficulties attending your job or school, transitional stress, self-esteem & identity exploration. Clients can process both daily stressors and long-term areas of distress, learning the skills needed to manage their symptoms independently. The foundation of my therapeutic approach is strength based & person-centered with aspects of narrative therapy. I will always prioritize and ensure our space is supportive and non-judgmental.
There's many things that can affect our mental health: relationships, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, obsessive thoughts...The list goes on and on. Therapy has the potential to help. As a therapist, I'm not here to tell you what to do. Instead, I want to work with you to delve into the root of what is hurting you. I am here to support you, assist you, and if needed challenge you in exploring yourself deeply. I prioritize creating an inclusive and honest space in our sessions so you can bravely explore your emotions, challenges, and aspirations to reach your mental health goals.
There's many things that can affect our mental health: relationships, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, obsessive thoughts...The list goes on and on. Therapy has the potential to help. As a therapist, I'm not here to tell you what to do. Instead, I want to work with you to delve into the root of what is hurting you. I am here to support you, assist you, and if needed challenge you in exploring yourself deeply. I prioritize creating an inclusive and honest space in our sessions so you can bravely explore your emotions, challenges, and aspirations to reach your mental health goals.
Therapy is successful when you have a therapist who understands you and knows how to help you. I work with men and women navigating relationships, anxiety/depression, major life transitions, and family conflicts - while trying to integrate two very different cultures: the one we’re born into and the one we’re living in. As a South Asian woman and a therapist with over eight years of experience, I deeply understand how culture shapes our identities, expectations, and the unique challenges we face.
Therapy is successful when you have a therapist who understands you and knows how to help you. I work with men and women navigating relationships, anxiety/depression, major life transitions, and family conflicts - while trying to integrate two very different cultures: the one we’re born into and the one we’re living in. As a South Asian woman and a therapist with over eight years of experience, I deeply understand how culture shapes our identities, expectations, and the unique challenges we face.
You may be dealing with infertility, IVF, pregnancy loss, birth trauma, or other trauma that continues to affect you. The grief, hope, disappointment, and uncertainty can leave you feeling exhausted and disconnected from yourself. You might look fine on the outside while carrying all of this internally.
You're looking for a therapist who understands this experience, someone who sees you.
Using EMDR and somatic approaches, we work toward lasting change so you can feel more like yourself again. I offer weekly therapy and EMDR intensives, concentrated sessions for those ready to focus on something specific in a shorter timeframe.
You may be dealing with infertility, IVF, pregnancy loss, birth trauma, or other trauma that continues to affect you. The grief, hope, disappointment, and uncertainty can leave you feeling exhausted and disconnected from yourself. You might look fine on the outside while carrying all of this internally.
You're looking for a therapist who understands this experience, someone who sees you.
Using EMDR and somatic approaches, we work toward lasting change so you can feel more like yourself again. I offer weekly therapy and EMDR intensives, concentrated sessions for those ready to focus on something specific in a shorter timeframe.
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.
Many feel overwhelmed by the state of the world, disconnected in relationships and unsure how to move forward. You may feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, questioning your choices or struggling to feel grounded. I work with clients navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, perfectionism, and relationship challenges, offering a warm, nonjudgmental space to process experiences and move toward meaningful change. My work is collaborative and holistic, specializing in treating trauma through an attachment lens, using evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, IFS, and mindfulness.
Many feel overwhelmed by the state of the world, disconnected in relationships and unsure how to move forward. You may feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, questioning your choices or struggling to feel grounded. I work with clients navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, perfectionism, and relationship challenges, offering a warm, nonjudgmental space to process experiences and move toward meaningful change. My work is collaborative and holistic, specializing in treating trauma through an attachment lens, using evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, IFS, and mindfulness.
Life can feel intolerable in the midst of crises and problems. A mental health professional can help lighten the load. I work primarily with relationship difficulties, breakups, divorce, grief, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and trauma. My practice focuses on helping clients find balance, solutions, and a new direction to a life free of suffering. On this therapeutic journey we collaboratively look at the past, present, future and identify patterns and hardships that seem to be getting in the way of leading a fulfilling life.
Life can feel intolerable in the midst of crises and problems. A mental health professional can help lighten the load. I work primarily with relationship difficulties, breakups, divorce, grief, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and trauma. My practice focuses on helping clients find balance, solutions, and a new direction to a life free of suffering. On this therapeutic journey we collaboratively look at the past, present, future and identify patterns and hardships that seem to be getting in the way of leading a fulfilling life.
Hi, I’m Bar, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT135577). While I’m based in Woodland Hills, I offer therapy throughout California. Outside of sessions, I’m often hiking with my dog and partner, moving my body through Pilates or boxing, writing or reading poetry, or unwinding with a good reality TV show. I support individuals, including women navigating endometriosis and chronic pain, and consider how the brain–gut connection can shape emotional and physical well-being.
Hi, I’m Bar, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT135577). While I’m based in Woodland Hills, I offer therapy throughout California. Outside of sessions, I’m often hiking with my dog and partner, moving my body through Pilates or boxing, writing or reading poetry, or unwinding with a good reality TV show. I support individuals, including women navigating endometriosis and chronic pain, and consider how the brain–gut connection can shape emotional and physical well-being.
Many clients feel weighed down by old experiences that still shape how they think, feel, and relate to others. They may struggle with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, difficulty setting boundaries, or trouble voicing their needs to those closest to them. They want to understand themselves more deeply, break long-standing patterns, and feel more grounded and secure. Most of all, they're seeking a space where their emotions make sense and where they can reconnect with their inner strength..
Many clients feel weighed down by old experiences that still shape how they think, feel, and relate to others. They may struggle with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, difficulty setting boundaries, or trouble voicing their needs to those closest to them. They want to understand themselves more deeply, break long-standing patterns, and feel more grounded and secure. Most of all, they're seeking a space where their emotions make sense and where they can reconnect with their inner strength..
Accepting New Clients! You may look “fine” on the outside—working, showing up, holding it together—but inside feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in old patterns. I help high-functioning adults heal from complex trauma, emotional neglect, addiction/recovery challenges, people-pleasing, perfectionism, self-blame, and painful or narcissistic relationship dynamics.
Accepting New Clients! You may look “fine” on the outside—working, showing up, holding it together—but inside feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in old patterns. I help high-functioning adults heal from complex trauma, emotional neglect, addiction/recovery challenges, people-pleasing, perfectionism, self-blame, and painful or narcissistic relationship dynamics.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing virtual therapy throughout California and Pennsylvania. I specialize in eating disorders, OCD, trauma, grief, anxiety, addiction, and body image concerns, supporting adolescents and adults as they heal their relationship with themselves and create a life that feels more aligned with who they want to be.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing virtual therapy throughout California and Pennsylvania. I specialize in eating disorders, OCD, trauma, grief, anxiety, addiction, and body image concerns, supporting adolescents and adults as they heal their relationship with themselves and create a life that feels more aligned with who they want to be.
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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.