Daniya Ahmed

Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT

Daniya Ahmed

Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

4 Endorsed

Santa Monica, CA 90401

(424) 587-3733

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Externally together, internally struggling. You may hear how well you handle tough situations, but feel confused on the symptoms you still experience. Battling anxiety, trauma, depression, and past wounds can be invisible when you've gotten really good at masking. But it doesn't have to continue like that- you deserve ease. Healing isn’t about ignoring pain but understanding it, untangling the patterns that keep you stuck, & creating space for real change. My clients come with different needs & issues, yet always have the goal of breaking unhealthy cycles, reconnecting back to themself, & building an aligned and fulfilling life.

I specialize in navigating complex trauma, mood issues, systemic trauma, and unhealthy relationship patterns. By combining mind-body-soul techniques, we address all systems that impact your mental health. My niche in BIPOC, intergenerational, and decolonized therapy gives space to the painful realities, turning them towards the reality of healing & growth.

Starting therapy can be intimidating, which is why I offer free 15-minute consultations for you to get a feel for me and to see if we're a good fit! I truly believe in the transformation this deep healing can bring, I hope you give yourself permission to experience it too. I work with clients in California (LA for in-person), Washington, and Virginia.

Call or Email Daniya Ahmed now for a free 15 minute consultation - (424) 587-3733

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Santa Monica, CA 90401

(424) 587-3733

Pullman, WA 99163

In person for Los Angeles clients, virtual for Washington & Virginia clients. Intensives are booked for weekends (Friday-Sunday) typically!

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Racial Identity and Codependency

$250 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

I work with couples and individuals. I work a lot with the bipoc population and experiences of trauma, whatever it may entail!

Let's Connect (424) 587-3733

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Santa Monica, CA 90401

(424) 587-3733

Pullman, WA 99163

In person for Los Angeles clients, virtual for Washington & Virginia clients. Intensives are booked for weekends (Friday-Sunday) typically!

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Racial Identity and Codependency

$250 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

I work with couples and individuals. I work a lot with the bipoc population and experiences of trauma, whatever it may entail!

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $250
Couple Sessions $275

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
cash pay only
out of network only
PPO Plans using out of network
superbills provided
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Out of Network

Cash pay and out of network for PPO plans ONLY. I can provide you with a super bill for you to submit to your insurance for reimbursement. I can send you a list of questions to ask your insurance to learn about OON benefits. Cash pay often preferred for gov and healthcare workers!

Daniya Ahmed

Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 587-3733

Daniya Ahmed

Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 587-3733

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 152025 Daniya Ahmed

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 5 years

Attended USC, MS MFT, Graduated 2021

Additional Credentials

License: Virginia Department of Health 0717002317 / 2025

License: Washington Department of Health LF61643599 / 2025

My training's are through a systems, trauma, and nervous system lens and center anti-racism and social justice on the foundational level. I have been in practice for a bit over 5 years now and enjoy working as a trauma therapist and healer! I am licensed in California, Washington, and Virginia.

Daniya Ahmed

Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 587-3733

Daniya Ahmed

Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 587-3733

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Racial Identity
Codependency

Expertise

Anxiety
Career Counseling
Children of Immigrants
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Spirituality
Stress
Women's Issues

I work with folks who are ready to explore and unravel the symptoms, experiences, or feelings that they can recognize no longer serve you. I work through a relational, attachment, somatic, and neurobiology approach. Treatment with me is both collaborative, and compassionately confrontational. We want you to reach your goals! Brainspotting, EMDR, and attachment somatic exercises are often used.

Daniya Ahmed

Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 587-3733

Daniya Ahmed

Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 587-3733

4 Endorsements

Sodah Minty

Psychologist

I first met Dani in an activist space. Dani fluidly and honestly lives the values of justice and liberation. I seek Dani's resources often for guidance and admire her as a cherished community member and colleague.

Madeleine Zimmerman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP-I, C-DBT

Daniya is incredibly knowledgable and warm - she utilizes a liberation and systems framework that leads clients to feeling seen, safe and motivated to meet their goals. If you are new to therapy as an individual or couple, I highly recommend Daniya!

Alice Kuhns

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Daniya has so much valuable experience providing culturally and trauma informed therapy for her clients. If you are looking for a therapist to help you navigate both individual and systemic stressors, I highly recommend reaching out to Daniya!

Kasey Lewandowski

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Black and African American

Religion

Muslim

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Black and African American

Religion

Muslim

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Brainspotting
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
EMDR
Existential
Family Systems
Humanistic
Imago
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Narrative
Psychodynamic
Relational
Somatic
Trauma Focused

I use theories that includes childhood, attachment style, & family of origin exploration. I have found that pairing that with nervous system education and practicing somatic exercises with you helps clients really understand why their body responds and acts the way it does to stress, and ways to soothe out of it. I am also EMDR & Brainspotting trained and offer intensives in those modalities too!

Daniya Ahmed

Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 587-3733

Daniya Ahmed

Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 587-3733

Location

Primary Location

Santa Monica, CA 90401

(424) 587-3733

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Additional Location

Pullman, WA 99163

(424) 587-3733

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In person for Los Angeles clients, virtual for Washington & Virginia clients. Intensives are booked for weekends (Friday-Sunday) typically!

Daniya Ahmed

Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (424) 587-3733

In person for Los Angeles clients, virtual for Washington & Virginia clients. Intensives are booked for weekends (Friday-Sunday) typically!

Daniya Ahmed

Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (424) 587-3733

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