Ali Roth

Before becoming a psychotherapist, I built a career in the entertainment industry as a casting director, film producer, and brand strategist. While I loved helping people tell their stories professionally, I eventually felt called to help people better understand and transform their personal stories. That led me back to my original goal of becoming a therapist and opening my own practice.

My academic path reflects both creativity and clinical training. I studied psychology and drama at Washington University in St. Louis, graduating cum laude, and later completed the Professional Actor Training Program at the University of Washington. I earned my Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University and completed my clinical training at The Maple Center in Beverly Hills before becoming a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

Today, I specialize in helping clients identify and shift patterns that may have once served as protection but are now holding them back. While understanding your past can be helpful, our work together focuses on your present life, current challenges, and meaningful goals for the future.

I work with individuals navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma recovery, identity development, and personal growth. My background gives me a unique understanding of performance pressure, public identity, and the complexities of personal reinvention.

I use psychotherapy, or talk therapy, to help clients process difficult experiences, improve emotional awareness, and develop healthier coping strategies.

Therapy is never one-size-fits-all. I draw from multiple evidence-based approaches and tailor treatment to each client’s needs, goals, and personality. Clients often describe my style as warm, collaborative, genuine, and non-judgmental.

I believe the relationship between therapist and client is the most important part of effective therapy. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe exploring difficult topics while also feeling supported and empowered to create change.

Together, we focus on increasing self-understanding, improving communication, strengthening relationships, and building confidence in navigating life’s challenges.

Starting therapy can feel intimidating, so my priority is creating a supportive and comfortable experience from the very beginning. During our first session, we’ll talk about what brings you to therapy, what you hope to change or improve, and what meaningful progress would look like for you.

I take a collaborative approach, working with you to develop a treatment plan that reflects your goals, values, and lived experiences. My aim is to help you feel heard, understood, and respected while building practical tools that support long-term emotional health and well-being.

I strive to create an inclusive and affirming environment where clients feel safe expressing their full, authentic selves. I am committed to using evidence-based practices and continuing professional education to provide thoughtful, effective care.