Jacob Mooradian
Hi, I’m Jacob Mooradian. I earned my bachelor’s degree from CSU Fullerton and my master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University, where I focused on mental health and supporting people through life’s challenges.
I love bringing in media like movies, TV shows, sports, and current trends to make our conversations relatable, engaging, and grounded in real life.
I take a down-to-earth, non-directive approach rooted in CBT, helping you understand the patterns in your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so you can eventually become your own therapist. I love bringing in media like movies, TV shows, sports, and current trends to make our conversations relatable, engaging, and grounded in real life. My goal is to validate your experiences, help you gain clarity, and build practical tools you can use every day. I want therapy to feel like a space where you can show up exactly as you are and move at a pace that feels right for you. Together, we’ll create a warm, supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow with confidence and independence.
First session
In our first session, we’ll focus on getting to know each other and building a space where you feel safe and comfortable. We’ll spend time talking about what brought you to therapy, your goals, and what you hope to get out of our time together. I like to make connections through shared interests, whether that’s movies, TV shows, sports, or current trends, to make our conversations relatable and engaging. There’s no pressure or judgment, you set the pace, and I’ll support you as you share what’s on your mind. By the end of the session, my goal is for you to feel heard, understood, and ready to start exploring your thoughts, feelings, and next steps.
Strengths
My greatest strengths lie in my versatility and genuine curiosity, I’m a jack of all trades when it comes to therapy, and I make it a point to meet you where you are. I guarantee I’m interested in something you’re passionate about, whether it’s sports, movies, music, or current trends, and I use that to make therapy engaging and relatable. I’m constantly learning and evolving my approach to improve my ability to support each client effectively. I combine practical tools, reflective exploration, and creative methods to help clients gain insight and build skills. What stands out most is my commitment to connecting with clients authentically while adapting to their unique needs and interests.
Ideal clients
I’m best positioned to serve adolescents and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, emotional regulation, and relationship or family stress. I work well with clients who may feel stuck, misunderstood, overwhelmed, or disconnected, but who are open to developing greater self-awareness and healthier coping strategies. My approach is especially helpful for individuals navigating identity development, attachment wounds, behavioral challenges, or major life transitions. I aim to provide a supportive, direct, and collaborative environment where clients can build insight, resilience, emotional stability, and healthier patterns in their daily lives.
Treatment methods
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I use a DBT, trauma-informed, and attachment-based approach because it helps clients build real-life skills to manage emotions, improve relationships, and reduce harmful behaviors. This combination allows me to address both the surface behaviors and the deeper emotional pain driving them. It also creates a safe, validating space where clients can learn to trust, heal, and move toward lasting recovery.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use a CBT, trauma-informed, and attachment-based approach because it helps clients recognize how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. By challenging distorted thinking and building healthier coping skills, clients gain more control over their emotions and choices. This approach also provides a supportive environment that promotes insight, accountability, and long-term behavior change.
Psychoeducation
I use a psychoeducational approach because I believe mental health should be approachable and easy to understand. By teaching clients about how their mind and emotions work, I help break down complex ideas into relatable, real-world concepts. This makes therapy more engaging and empowering, allowing clients to feel informed, capable, and active in their own healing process.
Christian Counseling
My approach is grounded in psychological science and evidence-based practices, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic approaches. I maintain a person-centered foundation, tailoring treatment to each client’s needs, experiences, values, and goals. My Christian faith, rooted in Orthodox Christianity and informed by respect for Catholic teachings, shapes my compassion and sense of purpose in this work. For clients who welcome spiritual integration, I incorporate faith-based reflection and my familiarity with AA/NA principles to support recovery, coping, and personal growth. Faith serves as a complementary resource within clinically grounded care, with each client guiding the role spirituality plays in treatment.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- CaliforniaLicense 158612