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Heal the Hurt Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Photo of Lara Mekhitarian - Heal the Hurt Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Heal the Hurt Counseling

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
La Crescenta, CA 91214
Let's Connect (818) 528-5161
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Trauma and the inner turmoil that follows can leave us feeling like our lives have been stolen and like we’re broken into pieces. You may be exhausted from feeling jaded about life and the world, tired of being taken advantage of, or hopeless. Life may have been this way for a while, but now you’re ready and motivated to write a new chapter. You’re prepared to learn, grow, and embrace the discomfort that comes with transformation. You’re ready to reclaim agency and autonomy over your life. Most of all, you’re ready to be in a place where you love and appreciate your life, yourself, and others—without this constant weight or barrier.
Clients come seeking therapists who are committed to lifelong learning and growth because you deserve someone who truly cares and is equipped to walk alongside you and guide you through life’s challenges. Our sessions incorporate evidence-based practices designed to address trauma. Together, we can help you feel present in life again.
As experienced trauma therapists, we believe you are much more than what has happened to you. Together, we'll acknowledge and process the trauma while helping you reclaim your inherent wholeness. You don't have to continue feeling broken or go through this alone. Contact us today for a free 15-minute consultation call. We look forward to hearing from you.
Call or Heal the Hurt Counseling now for a free 15 minute consultation - (818) 528-5161

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

La Crescenta, CA 91214

(818) 528-5161
Supporting motivated, growth-oriented clients from all walks of life in navigating trauma and PTSD. Schedule a free consultation today.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Grief and Life Transitions 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (818) 528-5161
Photo of Lara Mekhitarian - Heal the Hurt Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

La Crescenta, CA 91214

(818) 528-5161
Supporting motivated, growth-oriented clients from all walks of life in navigating trauma and PTSD. Schedule a free consultation today.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Grief and Life Transitions 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Shield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • First Health
  • Health Net
  • HMC Healthworks
  • Magellan
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Uprise Health
  • Out of Network
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We're in-network with multiple insurance plans and offer Superbills for submission to your insurer if needed.
Photo of Lara Mekhitarian - Heal the Hurt Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Heal the Hurt Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 528-5161
"
We're in-network with multiple insurance plans and offer Superbills for submission to your insurer if needed.
Photo of Lara Mekhitarian - Heal the Hurt Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Heal the Hurt Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 528-5161

Qualifications

    Marriage & Family Therapist: Lara Mekhitarian

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 78395 Lara Mekhitarian
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 12 years
  • Attended Pacific Oaks College, Graduated 2010
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from EMDR Institute EMDR Therapist / 2013
  • Certificate from Brainspotting
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Our therapists receive specialized training in somatic work, EMDR, EFT, strength-based approaches, and more to support healing and growth.
Photo of Lara Mekhitarian - Heal the Hurt Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Heal the Hurt Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 528-5161
"
Our therapists receive specialized training in somatic work, EMDR, EFT, strength-based approaches, and more to support healing and growth.
Photo of Lara Mekhitarian - Heal the Hurt Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Heal the Hurt Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 528-5161

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Illness
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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At Heal the Hurt, our intention is to offer diverse, specialized care in trauma, PTSD, and relational conflict. Together, we'll co-create a safe space where you can explore emotions, learn new tools, and discover what truly supports your unique healing journey. Get curious, experiment, and grow with us. Learn more about our approach at the Heal the Hurt website.
Photo of Lara Mekhitarian - Heal the Hurt Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Heal the Hurt Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 528-5161
"
At Heal the Hurt, our intention is to offer diverse, specialized care in trauma, PTSD, and relational conflict. Together, we'll co-create a safe space where you can explore emotions, learn new tools, and discover what truly supports your unique healing journey. Get curious, experiment, and grow with us. Learn more about our approach at the Heal the Hurt website.
Photo of Lara Mekhitarian - Heal the Hurt Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Heal the Hurt Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 528-5161

3 Endorsements

Melisenda Stone
Melisenda Stone
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTPMH-C
Lara is one of the best in the trauma field. Her expertise, compassion, and dedication is what helps others heal.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Armenian

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Armenian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Brainspotting
  • Christian Counseling
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Gestalt
  • Gottman Method
  • Havening Technique
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Our integrative, holistic therapy approach honors the mind-body connection. We blend mindfulness, somatic work, and EMDR while recognizing your unique needs and goals. Our dedicated clinicians are also trained in the Gottman Method, EFT, CBT, expressive arts, psychodynamic work, and more. Together, we'll collaborate to prioritize what best supports your journey towards growth and transformation.
Photo of Lara Mekhitarian - Heal the Hurt Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Heal the Hurt Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 528-5161
"
Our integrative, holistic therapy approach honors the mind-body connection. We blend mindfulness, somatic work, and EMDR while recognizing your unique needs and goals. Our dedicated clinicians are also trained in the Gottman Method, EFT, CBT, expressive arts, psychodynamic work, and more. Together, we'll collaborate to prioritize what best supports your journey towards growth and transformation.
Photo of Lara Mekhitarian - Heal the Hurt Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Heal the Hurt Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (818) 528-5161

Location

Primary Location

La Crescenta, CA 91214

(818) 528-5161
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Supporting motivated, growth-oriented clients from all walks of life in navigating trauma and PTSD. Schedule a free consultation today.
Photo of Lara Mekhitarian - Heal the Hurt Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Heal the Hurt Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (818) 528-5161
"
Supporting motivated, growth-oriented clients from all walks of life in navigating trauma and PTSD. Schedule a free consultation today.
Photo of Lara Mekhitarian - Heal the Hurt Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Heal the Hurt Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (818) 528-5161