Business Details
Expert Psychotherapy Services in Santa Monica, CA
Westside Healing Therapy was founded on the principle that emotional healing requires both professional expertise and compassionate understanding. Our practice combines evidence-based therapeutic approaches with personalized care to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. With extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and strength-based methodologies, we help clients develop self-awareness and overcome limiting beliefs.Our therapists bring decades of combined experience from clinical settings and creative industries, offering unique insights into workplace stress and personal fulfillment. We provide services through telehealth across California and Arizona, as well as in-person sessions at our Santa Monica office. Our commitment to accessibility includes sliding scale options while maintaining the highest ethical standards in mental health care.
Services
Psychotherapy
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Treatment
Teletherapy
Couples Counseling
Trauma Therapy
Life Transitions Support
Highlights and features
- We combine CBT, mindfulness, and IFS therapy for comprehensive treatment
- Our therapists have extensive clinical experience with trauma and anxiety disorders
- Telehealth services available across California and Arizona
- Sliding scale fees ensure accessible mental health care
- In-person sessions offered in Santa Monica near major employers
What people say
Exceptional therapeutic expertise
Genuine compassionate approach
Effective treatment methods
Professional yet warm environment
Significant personal growth achieved
Services
Psychotherapy
Individualized psychotherapy combining cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and internal family systems approaches. Addresses emotional distress through structured sessions that build self-awareness and modify negative thought patterns. Effective for clients seeking personal growth and resolution of past traumas.
Anxiety Treatment
Specialized anxiety treatment using evidence-based methodologies including CBT and mindfulness-based stress reduction. Focuses on identifying triggers, developing coping strategies, and implementing lifestyle changes. Helps clients achieve measurable reductions in anxiety symptoms through personalized treatment plans.
Teletherapy
Secure video and phone therapy sessions available across California and Arizona. Provides flexible access to mental health care with the same therapeutic rigor as in-person sessions. Requires only internet access and private space for convenient treatment scheduling.
Couples Counseling
50-minute sessions focused on improving communication patterns and resolving relationship conflicts. Utilizes strength-based approaches to enhance emotional connection and develop constructive conflict resolution skills. Designed for couples seeking to strengthen their partnership dynamics.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized trauma treatment incorporating EMDR-informed techniques and parts work therapy. Addresses symptoms of post-traumatic stress through structured processing and emotional regulation strategies. Helps clients develop safety and stability while working through traumatic memories.
People
Stacy Hajarian
Licensed Psychotherapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 15+ years clinical experience specializing in trauma, anxiety, and depression. Former TV producer turned mental health professional offering unique insights into workplace stress management.
Caroline McDonough
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Registered AMFT providing client-centered therapy for substance use, anxiety, and life transitions. Masters degree from USC with specialization in psychodynamic and strength-based therapeutic approaches under supervision of Stacy Hajarian LMFT.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We integrate cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, internal family systems (IFS) therapy, and psychodynamic approaches tailored to each client's specific needs.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide out-of-network superbill receipts for insurance reimbursement. Our clients typically receive partial reimbursement from PPO plans.
Are teletherapy sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure video therapy sessions for California and Arizona residents with HIPAA-compliant platforms.
What are your cancellation policies?
We require 24-hour notice for cancellations. Missed appointments without notice incur full session fees.
Do you offer sliding scale fees?
Yes, limited sliding scale slots are available based on financial need and therapist caseload.
