FAQs

If you're interested in therapy, I encourage you to book a 15-minute phone consultation.

We'll start with a phone call, where you can share what's bringing you to therapy and we can get a sense of whether I might be the right fit. We'll also cover logistics.

From there, we'll decide next steps together.

Anything! It can help to think about what brings you to therapy and why, your hopes for treatment, and any reluctance you have. We can discuss insurance or fees, and scheduling.

The consultation is really an opportunity to see if we might be a good enough fit to work together.

Finding a match between patient and therapist isn’t about finding someone who instantly “gets” you or makes every session feel easy. A good enough fit means you feel a sense of potential to be eventually understood and stretched in meaningful ways.

If you usually feel comfortable with people but feel especially awkward here, that might be something to pay attention to.

But if you notice moments of feeling understood, even if it’s mixed with discomfort or uncertainty, that might be the start of a strong working relationship.

A “good enough” fit doesn’t mean perfect. It means there’s room to build trust.

A little bit of both, really. I'm very familiar with Armenian culture through lived experience, working with the community, and research I've personally done on mental health in Armenian Americans.

That said, every Armenian family is different. Different dialects, different experiences, different relationships to the culture. Your story is yours to tell. While I understand the background of Armenian culture well, what matters most is how being Armenian is woven into who you are, and into your life specifically.

Sessions are approximately 50 minutes long, and I do my best to begin and end on time.

I’ve found that therapy is most effective when we meet at the same time each week. Having a consistent time helps make therapy a steady part of your routine, something you can plan around and return to each week as an anchor in your life.

Both.

I offer in-person sessions in my locations in Encino & West LA.

If you're located anywhere in California, we can meet virtually as long as you have a private, quiet space for sessions.

Some people feel more comfortable meeting in person, while others prefer the convenience of telehealth. In my experience, being in the room together can deepen and enrich the therapeutic work.

We can always begin with one format and shift if needed. It's something we can talk through and decide together.

I accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Anthem EAP, and Quest Behavioral Health.

If I am an out-of-network provider for your plan, I am more than happy to provide you with a superbill that you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement for your out-of-network benefits.

My fee is $200 per session.

I also offer a need-based sliding scale. If you believe you might qualify for a sliding scale rate, this can be discussed. Please note that you may be asked for proof of income to qualify.

No. As a licensed clinical psychologist in California, I cannot prescribe medication. If you are interested in exploring medication, I can provide you with a referral for a psychiatrist or another medical provider you can consult with who is able to prescribe medication.

Yes, therapy is confidential though there are a few exceptions required by law. These include reporting threats of harm to self or others, child or elder abuse, and court-ordered disclosures.

I offer therapy in both English and Armenian. You're welcome to speak in whichever language feels more natural or comfortable for you. We can also move between languages during our work together.