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Therapy That Honors Your Story

Welcome to a collaborative, warm, and nonjudgmental space where your story matters. Specializing in trauma-informed care for individuals, couples, families, and youth—with particular focus on immigrant and refugee communities.

About Nadia Zamani, LMFT

As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist based in San Diego, I bring a unique perspective to my practice through culturally responsive, trauma-informed care. My approach is deeply rooted in Narrative Therapy, which empowers you to reclaim and reshape your personal story.

With services available in both English and Farsi, I create a bridge for those seeking therapy in their native language or who wish to explore cultural aspects of their experience. My background allows me to understand the nuanced challenges faced by immigrant and refugee communities.

My Therapeutic Approach

Compassionate Care

Every session begins with genuine compassion and deep respect for your experiences. I create a safe environment where vulnerability becomes a strength and healing can flourish.

Cultural Awareness

Your cultural background is essential to understanding your unique story. I integrate cultural sensitivity into every aspect of therapy, honoring your heritage and values.

Narrative Focus

Through Narrative Therapy, we'll explore how your life stories have shaped your identity and work together to rewrite narratives that no longer serve your growth and wellbeing.

This integrated approach allows us to address complex challenges while honoring your whole self; cultural identity, personal history, and future aspirations all have a place in our work together.

Services Offered

Individual Therapy

One-on-one sessions focused on personal growth, healing from past trauma, managing anxiety, depression, or navigating life transitions with greater resilience and self-awareness.

Couples Therapy

Rebuild connection, improve communication, and navigate relationship challenges together in a supportive environment that honors both individual and shared experiences.

Family Therapy

Address family dynamics, improve communication patterns, and heal intergenerational trauma while building stronger, more supportive relationships across generations.

Specialties

My practice focuses on several key areas where I bring specialized training and experience. Each area is approached with cultural sensitivity and trauma-informed care.

Trauma Recovery

Using evidence-based approaches to process and heal from past traumas, including displacement, migration trauma, and other adverse experiences.

Anxiety & Depression

Develop practical coping skills and deeper understanding of emotional patterns to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

Immigrant & Refugee Support

Specialized care for the unique challenges of migration, acculturation stress, and rebuilding life in a new country.

Substance Use/Addiction & Eating Disorders

Support for individuals and families navigating challenges related to substance use, addiction, and eating disorders, fostering pathways to recovery and healing.

Session Details

When

Weekday appointments available, including some evening slots to accommodate busy schedules. Sessions typically last 50 minutes and occur weekly or biweekly.

Where

Currently offering secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions. In-person appointments in my San Diego office will be available starting September 1st, 2023.

Fees & Insurance

I offer private pay options with a sliding scale for those facing financial hardship. I accept some insurances which are listed on my​ Psychology Today profile.​

Languages

Services provided in fluent English and Farsi, allowing you to express yourself in the language that feels most comfortable and authentic.

Resources

Supporting your mental health journey extends beyond our sessions. I'm currently developing a resource library that will include:

Cultural Healing Guides

Articles exploring the intersection of mental health and cultural identity, with specific resources for immigrant and refugee communities.

Therapy Worksheets

Downloadable exercises to continue your therapeutic work between sessions, including mindfulness practices and narrative therapy prompts.

Crisis Support

A curated list of hotlines, text lines, and community resources for immediate support during mental health emergencies.

Contact Me

Ready to take the first step? Reach out to schedule your free 15-minute consultation. I welcome your questions about my practice and approach.


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