LMFT, 14 years of experience
Hi there! Do you feel pulled in a million directions? Many times unable to complete tasks? Are you struggling with life’s challenges, relationships, work and health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? I would like to support and help improve how you’re feeling. I am a "Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)." I have received my Master’s Degree in Counseling with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University Long Beach. I specialize in supporting individuals facing dual diagnosis related to substance use and mental health. This includes challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress management, family dynamics, addiction, and overall life management. My approach is compassionate, professional, and tailored to each person’s unique needs. Understanding the diverse cultures, I've had the privilege to visit many countries in Europe, and lived in Asia and Argentina. I am trilingual, fluent in languages: English, Farsi, and Pashto. Living in different countries, meeting people from the diverse backgrounds, has added to my awareness to be mindfulness about the cultural aspects that can influence one's life. This approach will be utilized through, Cognitive-behavioral Model, a strengths-based approaches, and by mindfulness practices. I will consider all life's transitions, then explore what areas in your life need to improve, identify the necessary tools and coping skills that best work. This will help you to a more balanced life. I will also utilize a holistic and client-centered approach by focusing on empathy for my clients, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard. Therefore, I aim to create a safe trusting space to help overcome issues and highlight your strengths leading to growth. Life can be easier, fun, and blissful! Clients have described my approach as thoughtful, compassionate, creative, and reliable with a calming demeanor and a steady strength-based, supportive presence.
I take a relaxed, open, and client-led approach to therapy. In our first session together, we’ll begin with brief introductions and then gently explore the specific challenges you’re facing. I ask open-ended questions and listen deeply to understand what’s most important to you. There’s no pressure to have everything figured out—sometimes it takes a few sessions to uncover what’s really going on beneath the surface, and that’s perfectly okay.
My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. I honor your pace and your process. Whether you’re ready to dive in or just beginning to explore what’s bringing you to therapy, I’ll meet you where you are. I have over 14 years of experience, in the field of Depression, Anxiety, and Addiction, as dual diagnosis. I am dedicated to supporting individuals facing mental health challenges and other issues such as, addiction. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach, along with practical coping strategies to help clients shift negative thinking patterns and build effective tools for managing life challenges.
Do you lie awake at night with thoughts that won’t quiet down? Are overwhelming emotions or racing thoughts affecting your relationships or professional life? Do you feel the pressure to constantly overperform, leaving you drained and disconnected? Have you found yourself neglecting the people you love—your partner, children, or close friends—because you’re simply trying to hold it all together? You may be carrying the weight of generational trauma, systemic injustice, personal loss, or relationship challenges. You might be struggling with work-life imbalance or trying to make sense of your mood, thoughts, or emotions. If any of this resonates, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone. What truly sets me apart is my ability to blend clinical skill with authenticity, cultural humility, and a deep belief in people’s capacity to grow. I help clients not only manage their challenges but also reconnect with their purpose, power, and potential. What makes me unique is the intersection of my lived experience, professional expertise, and unwavering commitment to equity and healing. My approach is laid-back, relational, and client-led. I don’t rush the process—I listen deeply, ask thoughtful questions, and walk alongside my clients at their own pace. My goal here is to empower individuals to regain control and move toward manageable life experiences. I believe everyone deserves a safe, affirming space to be heard, understood, and supported. Therapy can be that space—a place to reconnect with your most authentic self, restore balance, and begin a journey of healing, growth, and transformation.
Together we will explore a variety of reasons how, and why you have reached the state of mind you are in. We will analyze and process life's issues, and what emotions come around for you that leads to anxiety and sadness.
4 ratings with written reviews
August 17, 2025
The therapist I spoke with before matched me with Dr. Soheila and I am grateful. Warm and genuine, I felt very much at ease and will continue to have sessions with her. Thank you.
June 17, 2025
I’m going through a really difficult time—from mourning my grandmother to fearing for my parents’ safety in a war zone, all while feeling helpless from afar. Soheila doesn’t just listen — she truly hears me. Her warmth, empathy, and gentle guidance have helped me make space for my pain while also finding ways to stay grounded. With her support, I’ve been able to begin processing my grief, work through survivor guilt, and manage the intense anxiety I’ve been carrying.
June 16, 2025
Soheila has been such a cornerstone in my mental health/therapy journey. She challenges me quite a bit, puts a lot of things in perspective for me and after every session, shares tools that can help me improve my well being, my relationships and most importantly my mental health. very grateful to have found Soheila and enjoy every session.