A Warm, Collaborative Approach to Therapy
Rita Balakhane, LMFT, provides individual, couples, and family therapy in person in West Los Angeles and online throughout California, specializing in depression, anxiety, and grief.
- 22+ years licensed experience
- Therapy in English and Farsi (Persian)
- Free 15-minute phone consultation
- Insurance via Rula and Headway
“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.”
How I Can Help
Every person's experience is unique. I offer personalized, evidence-based therapy tailored to your individual needs and goals.
Depression Therapy
Find clarity and hope through compassionate, evidence-based therapy for depression.
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Learn to manage anxiety and find calm through personalized, compassionate therapy.
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Navigate loss and find meaning through supportive, compassionate grief therapy.
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Strengthen communication, resolve recurring conflict, and rebuild emotional intimacy through collaborative couples therapy.
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Navigate major life changes, career shifts, and divorce with resilience and clarity.
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Resolve conflict, improve communication, and break unhealthy cycles within your family.
Learn moreAbout Rita
I'm here to support you in building healthier, more meaningful relationships with yourself, your children, your partner, and the people who matter most in your life.
I can help you reconnect with your authentic self, navigate parenting challenges, strengthen your relationship with your children, and heal from past experiences and trauma.
My goal is to help you better understand yourself, work through challenges, and create a life and relationships that feel more meaningful, connected, and fulfilling.
With 22+ years of experience, I integrate both Eastern and Western therapeutic approaches, drawing on psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness-based, and person-centered modalities. I speak both English and Farsi (Persian), and have extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Learn More About Rita"Healing happens within the context of a therapeutic relationship between the client and the therapist."
- Master of Arts (M.A.), Pepperdine University
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, California
- Member, CAMFT
- 22+ years in private practice
- Sessions in English and Farsi (Persian)
How It Works
Free 15-minute call
Call or email to set up a brief, relaxed phone conversation about what brings you to therapy. Rita typically responds within 24–48 hours.
First session
A thorough assessment of your history, current concerns, and goals, in person or online.
Ongoing support
45–50 minute sessions, usually weekly, adjusted to what you need.
FAQ
Do you offer online therapy?
Yes. Rita Balakhane is licensed in California and provides online therapy to clients throughout the state, as well as in-person sessions at her offices in Beverly Hills and West Los Angeles.
What are your specialties?
Rita Balakhane specializes in depression, anxiety, and grief. She also works with clients experiencing relational issues, divorce, mood disorders, parenting, and more.
What languages do you speak?
Rita Balakhane provides therapy in English and Farsi (Persian).
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can reach out by phone at (310) 850-6926 or email at rita@balakhanetherapy.com. Rita Balakhane typically responds within 24–48 hours.