Welcome to Talking Therapy LA, your trusted source for collaborative and culturally sensitive mental health care in Los Angeles. At Talking Therapy LA, we specialize in the powerful art of talking therapy. Our dedicated team of experienced therapists provides a safe and nurturing environment for individuals seeking support and guidance on their journey towards healing and personal growth.
Talking Therapy LA
Through open dialogue and empathetic understanding, we help our clients explore their emotions, confront challenges, and develop effective coping strategies. With a focus on fostering self-awareness and empowerment, we strive to facilitate meaningful change and inspire lasting well-being in every individual we serve.
Whether you’re navigating life transitions, managing stress, or dealing with mental health concerns, we’re here to offer you the support and guidance you need. At Talking Therapy LA, we believe in the transformative power of conversation to heal, empower, and inspire. Our holistic approach to therapy integrates evidence-based techniques with a person-centered philosophy, ensuring that each client receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs and goals. Take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow and embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth with us.
Iman Dadras
Hi! I’m Iman Dadras, PhD, bringing over 17 years of experience in the mental health field as a clinician and almost a decade as a clinical supervisor. In addition, I also serve as an Associate Professor at Alliant International University, specializing in couple and family therapy. My approach as a clinician centers on comprehending my clients’ narratives, their hurdles, and their aspirations. I firmly believe that the cornerstone of successful therapy is the quality of the therapeutic relationship. In my practice, I integrate relational psychoanalysis and systemic approaches to explore family dynamics, existential meaning, and intergenerational patterns. My focal points encompass romantic relationships, intergenerational trauma, multicultural couple therapy, and parent-child dynamics.
Drawing from my diverse roles as a clinician, researcher, and educator, I intertwine the influence of social justice into my clinical framework, underscoring its importance in mental health. My aim is to empower clients to discover significance within their interpersonal connections and navigate their path towards personal growth and healing.
Tigran Vardanyan
Hi! I’m Tigran Vardanyan, LMFT. My professional journey began in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where I earned my Psychology licensure from the University of Buenos Aires in 2016. Specializing in trauma-focused psychotherapy, I provide support to adults, couples, and teenagers. Drawing upon years of experience in Psychoanalytic and Psychodynamic therapy, I am also certified in Brainspotting, which is a highly effective complementary approach.
In my practice, I lead therapy sessions aimed at fostering self-discovery and deeper insight into unconscious processes. This therapeutic approach cultivates genuine connections within oneself, nurturing inner desires within a secure environment. It allows individuals to break free from repetitive patterns of out-of-control feelings, thoughts, and behaviors, fostering transformative growth. Believing in the transformative power of safe therapeutic relationships, I offer a welcoming space where clients can freely share their stories.
Justine Wu
Hi! I’m Justine Wu, AMFT, currently pursuing a Doctorate in Couple and Family Therapy. Having lived in Hong Kong, Europe, and the United States, I have always been intrigued by how cultural differences shape personal identity. My dissertation explores how cultural backgrounds influence experiences of shame and affect the client-therapist relationship.
I work with different populations and have a unique experience with men navigating complex relational challenges, including polyamory, infidelity, and the relational impacts of sex work. Many of my clients seek therapy to make sense of the tensions between desire, commitment, and trust, while working through the shame and identity struggles that often accompany these experience. In my practice, I aim to create a collaborative, non-judgmental space where we explore societal norms and empower you to reshape your personal narrative, fostering authenticity and agency in your life.
Wilson Ho
Hi, I’m Wilson Ho, LMFT and Author of The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook for Teens: Simple Skills to Balance Emotions, Manage Stress, and Feel Better Now. I help teens and adults build practical skills to navigate life’s emotional challenges and feel more grounded in themselves and their relationships.
With a background in community mental health, I’ve spent the past five years working with BIPOC and marginalized communities. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and rooted in social justice—focused on creating meaningful change for both individuals and their communities.
I believe healing happens when we explore the past, understand the present, and move toward a future that feels authentic and empowering. Therapy with me is a space where you’ll feel supported, seen, and capable of real growth.
