Licensed to practice in California and accepts 24 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions and 5 more.
Ali Akhtar
(he/him)
Hi! My name is Ali Akhtar, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Los Angeles, California. I specialize in anxiety, depression, life transitions, multigenerational trauma, self-esteem, and men's issues. As a clinician I am dedicated to working through past traumas, and building towards a healthier baseline. I have been practicing as a clinician for over ten years with adults, teenagers and children.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, we'll begin with brief introductions to get to know each other. Then, we'll explore the specific challenges you're experiencing, which will allow me to develop a personalized plan tailored to your needs. This session sets the foundation for our work together and helps us establish a clear path forward.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My therapeutic approach is characterized by compassion and cultural sensitivity, emphasizing the importance of understanding each individual's unique background. I draw from my ongoing willingness to learn, my academic training, my experience as a parent, and my role as a mental health professional to create a supportive and adaptable environment. This holistic perspective allows me to connect with clients meaningfully and fosters meaningful progress in therapy.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am best positioned to serve young adults, adults, and elders as one transitions through different stages in life. I come from a diverse background and recognize therapy and mental health can be overwhelming. I am here to help overcome any obstacles one might have and help achieve goals one might have.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Other specialties
Family Conflict
Men's Issues
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
I identify as
Asian / Asian American
Man
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Licensed in
California
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
Amerihealth Administrators
Anthem
Blue Cross
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Arlo
Blue Shield
Cash - $200 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
Evernorth
GTEB
Scripps Health Plan
Tufts Health/Cigna
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Multicultural
Multicultural therapy aims to create a culturally responsive and inclusive therapeutic environment, where clients feel safe and valued.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT aims to help individuals identify and modify negative or unrealistic thoughts and beliefs, which in turn can lead to more positive emotions and behaviors. It's a pretty hands-on, practical approach to therapy, and often involves homework assignments, role-playing, and other techniques to help clients learn and practice new skills.
Interpersonal
Interpersonal therapy, or IPT, is a type of therapy that focuses on a person's relationships with others and how those relationships impact their mental health. The idea is that our relationships with other people can have a big impact on how we feel, and that by improving our communication and relationships, we can also improve our mental health.