I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California, fluent in English and Persian, with years of clinical experience working in reputable county-contracted agencies. My background includes serving individuals with both severe and mild mental health challenges, as well as working on a county crisis assessment team providing urgent, trauma-informed care in high-risk situations.
I am certified in EMDR and have experience helping clients navigate a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, stress, mood and personality disorders, self-esteem, identity development, career transitions, and divorce.
I am committed to cultural humility and sensitivity, and I strive to provide a safe, inclusive space where clients from diverse cultural backgrounds feel respected and understood. My approach is client-centered and integrative, drawing from a range of evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and more. I tailor each treatment plan to align with your unique experiences, values, and goals.
Taking the step to begin therapy takes courage. I’m here to support you with compassion, curiosity, and care as you move toward healing, growth, and a more meaningful life.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Avoidant personality, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
CA LMFT 154518
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I feel so seen and supported. She is so knowledgeable about the type of support I needed for my recovery.
Written on Sep 05, 2025 after therapy with Sheida for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
I deeply cherish Shay! She possesses an incredible ability to listen wholeheartedly, providing me with a sense of peace and calm that wraps around me like a soft blanket.
Written on Aug 07, 2025 after therapy with Sheida for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
My sessions with Sheida have been lovely. She is a really attentive listener and picks up on small things that I may not even recognize myself. Though we’ve only met a few times, she has provided me with perspective: offering provoking questions and guidance to any grievances I have. I feel so refreshed after our sessions.
Written on Aug 01, 2025 after therapy with Sheida for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd