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    • Dr. Angeli Desai
    • About Me and My Approach
    • Services
    • FAQs
    • Contact Me
    • Resources
  • Dr. Angeli Desai
  • About Me and My Approach
  • Services
  • FAQs
  • Contact Me
  • Resources

Dr. Angeli Desai

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ONLINE THERAPIST FOR INDIVIDUALS AND COUPLES IN LOS ANGELES, CA

Finding a therapist in Los Angeles, CA, who understands your journey is the first step toward lasting change. I'm Dr. Angeli Desai, and I provide a welcoming, non-judgmental space for individuals and couples feeling "stuck" or overwhelmed by life’s transitions. Whether you're navigating personal hurdles or seeking to improve your connection with others, our focus is to build a strong therapeutic relationship rooted in curiosity and unconditional acceptance.


If you are seeking an online therapist for individuals and couples, this is a place where your feelings are valued without fear of criticism. I help clients and couples identify behavioral patterns that no longer serve them, offering relief from the weight of anxiety, depression, and past traumas. Together, we’ll move toward a life of greater insight and emotional freedom.

Online therapist for couples conducting a session with clients.

STRENGTHENING CONNECTIONS THROUGH VIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON SUPPORT

Relationships thrive when there is room for honesty and open communication. As an online therapist for couples and individuals, I help clients resolve conflict and rebuild intimacy through both virtual and in-person support. By exploring attachment styles and repetitive cycles, couples can rediscover their bond and create a more fulfilling path forward together.


Ready to begin? Reach out today!

COMPREHENSIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICES


 My method of working with individuals and couples involves encouraging clients to introspect and examine important experiences, traumas, anxieties, depression, and past stressors to gain insight into their impact on the present. Therapy can be a transformative process and starts with a sense of curiosity. 


AREAS OF FOCUS INCLUDE:


  • Psychoanalytic-Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

                   (e.g., why we do what we do in relationships)


  • Mood Disorders

                   (e.g., depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD)         


  • Problematic repetitive patterns

                   (e.g., same patterns of behaviors, feeling ’stuck’)


  • Issues with Attachment 

                   (e.g., avoidance of commitment)


  • Life Transitions

                   (e.g., pregnancy, college stressors)     


  • Body Image Issues

                  (e.g., obsessing over your body/parts of your body)


  • Traumas

                  (e.g., complex and acute traumas)


  • Culture and Diversity

                  (e.g., issues unique to the South Asian population)


  • Couples Therapy

                 (e.g., poor communication, pre-marital counseling)   



COUPLES THERAPY


Couples often pursue couples therapy when they encounter difficulties in their relationship or when they are uncertain about whether or not it will work out in its current form. These strains can lead to feelings of resentment, issues with intimacy, mistrust, infidelity, and challenges in conflict resolution and communication. If these problems are not addressed, couples may grow distant from one another. Therapy can play a vital role in recognizing and understanding the underlying issues in the relationship and in rebuilding intimacy.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How does online therapy with Dr. Angeli Desai work?

Sessions are conducted via a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform, allowing you to engage in professional psychotherapy from any private location in California. This format provides the same level of care and "good fit" connection as in-person visits, with the added convenience of no commute.

What can I expect during my first session?

The initial meeting is a space for you to share what has been holding you back and for Dr. Angeli Desai to learn about your history and goals. This session focuses on establishing a comfortable relationship and determining how best to address your specific needs through a relational lens.

Does Dr. Angeli Desai work with specific cultural backgrounds?

Yes, Dr. Angeli Desai has extensive experience working with diverse populations—for example, providing support for issues unique to the South Asian community. The practice prioritizes cultural sensitivity and understands how identity and heritage impact one's mental health journey. 

"There is nothing permanent except change." ― Heraclitus

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