Rachelle Surmani
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT (she, her)
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Available both in-person and online
Los Angeles, CA 90029
When was the last time you felt like someone genuinely heard you? Are your experiences often dismissed because someone else has it worse? Without the proper tools or support, many people learn to deal with their traumas and intergenerational/inherited self-limiting beliefs by seeking out substances and compulsive behaviors. Separated by stigma, trauma and addictive behaviors can make people feel isolated and like they are just going through the motions, living life on autopilot. But you don’t have to walk your path alone.
By creating a safe space without fear of judgment, I can help you freely explore your thoughts and behaviors in a way that facilitates healing and growth, while restoring trust in yourself. Together, we can identify and understand the ways your unhealed trauma may continue to impact the way you interact with people in your current environment.
I’m a visual healer. I use metaphors and analogies to help you shift your perspective so that you can have a better understanding of how to navigate the obstacles that prevent you from moving forward. Sometimes reaching out for help can be difficult, especially if you have been told to “just get over it.” We can start small with a brief chat. Let’s connect!
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / AMFT 136839 Supervised by Jeni Yarbrough (California / LCSW 70644) Rachelle Surmani
- Attended Antioch University, Los Angeles, Master of Clinical Psychology, Trauma Specialization, Graduated 2022
- Degree/Diploma from University of California, San Diego BA - Critical Gender Studies, with emphasis in Sexualities
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Rachelle Surmani
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
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Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Addiction
- Sex Therapy
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body Image
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Gambling
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Polyamory & ENM
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Transgender
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Rachelle Surmani
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
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Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Experiential Therapy
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Feminist
- Gestalt
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Play Therapy
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Rachelle Surmani
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
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Location
Primary Location
Los Angeles, CA 90029
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Rachelle Surmani
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT