THERAPIST FOR INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, AND FAMILIES IN LOS ANGELES AND THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Finding a suitable therapist in Los Angeles, CA, and throughout California can be difficult.
I provide a supportive environment for individuals, couples, and families facing challenges, with an emphasis on rebuilding intimacy.
Sessions, which can be conducted online or in-person, take place in a respectful setting where we will explore patterns that may contribute to anxiety, depression, and trauma, and work towards addressing them.
COMPREHENSIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICES WITH DR. ANGELI DESAI
I work with patients from a relational perspective, also known as psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy.
This method helps patients recognize thoughts and feelings they may not have been aware of before.
The importance of this approach is that it empowers them to alter thoughts and behaviors, leading to a deeper understanding of their emotions, often for the first time.
I help individuals and couples reflect on significant experiences, trauma, anxiety, depression, and past stressors to understand their impact on the present.
Therapy is a transformative process that starts with curiosity and openness to the relational work we undertake together.
Mood Disorders
Mood disorders encompass conditions such as depression and anxiety, along with other types of mood disruptions that negatively affect an individual's ability to function and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Trauma
Includes acute and complex trauma from childhood and/or adulthood, including survivors of sexual abuse, individuals with attachment-related challenges, and those who are mourning the loss of a loved one...
Life Transitions
Life transitions refer to the process of moving from a familiar and comfortable situation to a new and often challenging one, requiring adaptations to these changes.
Couples Therapy
Couples frequently seek couples therapy when they face challenges in their relationship or when they are unsure about its viability. These difficulties can result in feelings of resentment, problems with intimacy, mistrust, infidelity, and problems with conflict resolution and communication.
If these issues are not addressed, couples may become increasingly distant and may experience heightened conflict. Therapy can be instrumental in identifying and understanding the underlying issues in the relationship that contribute to conflict and in fostering progress.
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 WITH DR. ANGELI DESAI?
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.