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Tamara Altowaiji

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR

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Available both in-person and online
111 Pacifica Suite 120 Irvine, CA 92618
Have you experienced relationship issues with partners, friends, or family? Is it difficult to connect as a couple, adjust to life changes, or your nervous system and mind feel hijacked by a recent or past trauma? Or maybe your cultural identity is being pulled in multiple directions, which can be confusing and isolating! Life can feel SO heavy. I’m here to tell you—don’t have to carry it alone. Together we’ll explore your world and discover how, with your willingness to learn skills and tools, you can heal, grow, trust yourself and take back control of your life. With me you’ll have a warm, safe, and direct but supportive space.
No two individuals or couples are the same. As an integrative therapist, I draw from various therapies to find what works best for you, a unique individual or couple with a unique set of experiences and needs, keeping in mind multicultural or religious issues and traumas that may be impacting your life. I will hear you, see you, and respect you always.
Therapy looks different for each individual, which is a beautiful way to celebrate our differences. I'm an Ally/Affirming for BIPOC, SWANA, MENA, AAPI, Latinx, LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent Communities. I welcome all backgrounds and am committed to understanding your world to best support you on your healing journey. Contact me for a free consultation!
Call or Tamara Altowaiji now for a free 15 minute consultation - (714) 868-5952

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

111 Pacifica

Suite 120

Irvine, CA 92618 map

(714) 868-5952
My website
I offer in-person and telehealth for couples, individuals, c-suite, and families for relationship, trauma, multicultural, and career issues.
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Sex Therapy and Trauma and PTSD 
$250 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
I'm looking forward to learning about you, what you're seeking support with, and getting to properly introduce myself over a consult call.
Tamara Altowaiji
Let's Connect (714) 868-5952
Photo of Tamara Altowaiji, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

111 Pacifica

Suite 120

Irvine, CA 92618 map

(714) 868-5952
My website
I offer in-person and telehealth for couples, individuals, c-suite, and families for relationship, trauma, multicultural, and career issues.
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Sex Therapy and Trauma and PTSD 
$250 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
I'm looking forward to learning about you, what you're seeking support with, and getting to properly introduce myself over a consult call.
Tamara Altowaiji

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $250
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I can provide a superbill for out-of-network clients to submit to their PPO insurance for possible reimbursement. I offer sliding scale on a case-by-case basis.
Photo of Tamara Altowaiji, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Tamara Altowaiji
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 868-5952
"
I can provide a superbill for out-of-network clients to submit to their PPO insurance for possible reimbursement. I offer sliding scale on a case-by-case basis.
Photo of Tamara Altowaiji, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Tamara Altowaiji
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 868-5952

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 156912 Tamara Khadija Altowaiji
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Pepperdine University, MA in Clinical Psychology, MFT
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Trauma Therapist Institute (EMDR Trained)
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I'm EMDR and Brainspotting trained, allowing me to help clients take exploring and processing experiences and self-concept to the next level. Sometimes our brains hit sticking points where there is unprocessed material, resulting in rumination and flashbacks. These therapies help us get "unstuck."
Photo of Tamara Altowaiji, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Tamara Altowaiji
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 868-5952
"
I'm EMDR and Brainspotting trained, allowing me to help clients take exploring and processing experiences and self-concept to the next level. Sometimes our brains hit sticking points where there is unprocessed material, resulting in rumination and flashbacks. These therapies help us get "unstuck."
Photo of Tamara Altowaiji, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Tamara Altowaiji
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 868-5952

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Marital and Premarital
  • Sex Therapy
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Burnout, Over-Achievers & People Pleasing
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Religious, Cultural & Racial Trauma
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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I support couples in understanding each other's inner world and needs, learning effective communication, and exploring sex and intimacy issues. I help individuals process trauma, anxiety and multicultural issues with EMDR after insuring they have trust in me, and extensive emotional regulation and relaxation tools. Whatever distress you're facing, together we'll set goals and work toward relief.
Photo of Tamara Altowaiji, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Tamara Altowaiji
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 868-5952
"
I support couples in understanding each other's inner world and needs, learning effective communication, and exploring sex and intimacy issues. I help individuals process trauma, anxiety and multicultural issues with EMDR after insuring they have trust in me, and extensive emotional regulation and relaxation tools. Whatever distress you're facing, together we'll set goals and work toward relief.
Photo of Tamara Altowaiji, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Tamara Altowaiji
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 868-5952

4 Endorsements

Ari Shahabaldiny
Ari Shahabaldiny
Marriage & Family TherapistPsyDLMFTCST
Tamara is a humanistic clinician with lots of compassion in what she does. Her patience makes her clients feel safe, and her gentle and yet direct approach leads her clients toward growth.
Ida Farzaneh
Ida Farzaneh
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Tamra is a compassionate and knowledgeable therapist. Their evidence-based techniques empower individuals to manage symptoms effectively and achieve lasting relief.
Kevin Conlon
Kevin Conlon
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTCADC
Tamara Altowaiji is a thoughtful and compassionate therapist who brings warmth, presence, and relational sensitivity to her work. She creates a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered.
Carter Hasbrook
Carter Hasbrook
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTEMDR
I confidently refer clients to this therapist. She approaches her advanced skill in deep trauma treatments and sex therapy in a warm, culturally affirming style. Especially strong with BIPOC, first-gen, and identity/relationship concerns.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

I also speak

Some Arabic

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

I also speak

Some Arabic

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Humanistic
  • Inner Child Work
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Multicultural
  • Psychodynamic
  • Sex Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I use an integrative, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed approach, tailoring treatment based on each client's needs and goals.
Photo of Tamara Altowaiji, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Tamara Altowaiji
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 868-5952
"
I use an integrative, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed approach, tailoring treatment based on each client's needs and goals.
Photo of Tamara Altowaiji, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Tamara Altowaiji
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 868-5952

Location

Primary Location

111 Pacifica

Suite 120

Irvine, CA 92618

(714) 868-5952
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I offer in-person and telehealth for couples, individuals, c-suite, and families for relationship, trauma, multicultural, and career issues.
Photo of Tamara Altowaiji, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Tamara Altowaiji
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Call for a free consultation now - (714) 868-5952
"
I offer in-person and telehealth for couples, individuals, c-suite, and families for relationship, trauma, multicultural, and career issues.
Photo of Tamara Altowaiji, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Tamara Altowaiji
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Call for a free consultation now - (714) 868-5952