ABOUT ME

Tara Farazian

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist with over 16 years of experience working with adults, children and families in outpatient, inpatient, residential and private practice mental health settings. I received my bachelor’s in psychology from UCLA and pursued my graduate degree in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, from Pepperdine University. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns.

I’m passionate about working with individuals who are ready to take the first step toward change. I believe that doing so is a powerful reflection of both courage and the capacity for growth. I specialize in treating childhood and adult trauma, family and parenting challenges, substance use concerns, life transitions, and mood disorders. I also work with couples navigating relationship stress, communication issues, and rebuilding connections.

As a bilingual therapist, I offer services in both English and Farsi, and provide both in-person and virtual sessions. My work is especially focused on preteens, adolescents, and couples therapy.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and a family systems perspective. I support clients in developing the insight and skills needed to move toward greater emotional balance, stronger relationships, and a more fulfilling life.

(818) 429-3760

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VoyageLA: Hidden Gems: Meet Tara Farazian of Farazian Therapy

License

California LMFT #84875

 

Education

  • Pepperdine University – Masters of Arts (Psychology)
  • University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) – Bachelors of Arts (Psychology) 

Trainings and Certifications

Tara Farazian has been trained and certified in the following Evidence Based Models that she utilizes in therapy to tailor to your specific and individual needs:

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

A form of cognitive-behavioral therapy that helps people manage intense emotions, reduce harmful behaviors, and improve relationships. Originally developed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used for conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, eating disorders, and substance abuse.

Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT)

An evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents (typically ages 3–18) who have experienced trauma. It’s also used with their caregivers. TF-CBT helps reduce trauma-related symptoms like PTSD, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues.

Seeking Safety

An evidence-based, present-focused therapy designed to help individuals who have experienced trauma and/or struggle with substance use. It was developed by Lisa Najavits and is structured to promote safety in thinking, behavior, relationships, and emotions—without requiring clients to delve into detailed accounts of past trauma.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A structured, time-limited, and goal-oriented form of psychotherapy that focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It’s one of the most well-researched and widely used therapies, effective for treating conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, eating disorders, substance use, and more.

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

A collaborative, person-centered counseling style designed to help people resolve ambivalence about change and build motivation to take action. It’s often used in settings like addiction treatment, healthcare, and mental health therapy, especially when someone is unsure or resistant about changing a behavior.