Hello! I am so happy that you’re here. 

Hello! I'm happy you're here.

As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT142190), under the license of Kimia Kabir LMFT 122610, I offer bilingual (English & Spanish) individual and couple sessions. I am currently accepting new clients via Telehealth and my office is located in Playa Vista for in person sessions.

So many of us go through life thinking no one else is experiencing the same things we are. The truth is, so many of us experience a range of emotions, from anxiety to sadness, to loneliness. Finding the appropriate therapist who can help you understand these emotions and properly process them can be life changing and pivotal to helping you reach your goals!

I have worked with individuals who are in various stages of their lives & I offer an individualized experience to meet you where you are.

My goal is to provide a compassionate and safe space, free of judgement, where we can both learn more about you. I cater to each individual, gaining insight and a better understanding of your experience. Lastly, I use humor as a therapeutic tool to create a comfortable, lighthearted and open environment.

In my free time I enjoy drawing and spending time with family and friends.

You can also reach out to Gabriela directly at (626) 935-9426 or gabrielaruiz.therapy@gmail.comStarting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to sharing your most vulnerable thoughts with someone new. I get it, because I’ve been there – looking for a safe outlet but not knowing where to begin. In my practice, no thought or feeling is "abnormal.” I aim to create a warm, judgement-free space where we will uncover and process the beliefs and patterns that have brought you to therapy. 

I have experience working with clients facing a variety of issues and unique challenges and I customize my approach based on the needs of each individual client. I utilize an integrative, client-centered approach, often incorporating techniques from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based approaches, and psychodynamic therapy. I believe that therapy doesn’t always have to feel like work, and I also value humor and the therapeutic relationship just as much as any other intervention. 

Prior to becoming a therapist, I spent a decade working in television casting. Having experienced the pressures and mental challenges that can come with working in entertainment, I’m equipped to support professionals and talent navigating the unique demands of the industry. I also enjoy working with clients dealing with relationship OCD/anxiety, where natural doubts become obsessive and intrusive, leading to constant anxiety and fear. With deep empathy rooted in firsthand experience, I use a compassionate, evidence-based approach to help you break free from your thoughts and foster a healthier relationship not just with your partner, but with yourself. 

It is my passion to help clients feel less isolated by normalizing the challenges that come with being human, especially those that may seem scary or taboo. I’ve personally experienced the transformative power of working with someone who makes you feel safe and understood, and I hope to help facilitate the same healing experience for you. In my free time I enjoy trying out new recipes, reading mystery thrillers, and spending time with friends, family and my 14-pound cat Louie; who believes he is a dog. 

You can also reach out to Alex directly at 310-405-1288  or alexdiemer.therapy@gmail.com