Elaina Farokhzad is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with years of experience working in the mental health field. Elaina holds a BA in Psychology from UCLA and a MA in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. She utilizes a relational and trauma informed approach to best meet her client’s individualized needs. Her work is grounded in a psychodynamic approach that also incorporates CBT, DBT and family systems. Additionally, she has specialized training in EMDR therapy, a ground breaking evidence based treatment that has helped many of her clients alleviate symptoms associated with trauma.

Above all, Elaina brings authenticity, warmth, and a non-judgmental stance to her work. She focuses on creating a space of safety, connection, and growth, and believes that through the work of uncovering trauma, facing fears, and implementing goals, change is possible for each one of her clients.