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Ghazaleh Ayala Rafalian

Therapist
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Anger management, Maternal mental health, Women's issues, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I specialized in working with preteen, teens, young adults and adult individuals. My purpose is to provide an empathic, supportive space in which you can speak freely about your experiences, consider issues of identity, and explore relational possibilities. I understand that family dynamics can be complex and challenging. Through therapy one can uncover the past and find a deeper connection on how thoughts impact the behavior in the present.

My approach to therapy

Many of the feelings, wishes, and concerns that motivate our thinking and behavior are housed in the furthest corners of the psyche, away from awareness. As a therapist, I help explore the origin and function of the rigid internal mechanisms that inhibit personal growth. Together, we will uncover past experiences and hidden motivations, trace their impact on the present, and explore ways to move beyond the symptoms and limitations, towards integration and fulfillment.

What you can expect from me

My mission is to provide an empathic, supportive space in which you can speak freely about your experiences, examine issues of identity, and explore relational possibilities. I utilize psychodynamic approach to talk therapy which allows in-depth discussion of thoughts, memories, feelings, dreams, and associations.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Open Minded, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Phillips Graduate Institute
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Anger management, Maternal mental health, Women's issues, PTSD
  • More specialties
    OCD, Stress management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Schema, Structural Family, Strength-Based, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Attachment Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors, Adolescents
  • Languages
    Farsi