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- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem work
About Isabella
Isabella Sarkissian-Ourkhan is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 18 years of professional experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Sessions are conducted in English and she does not accept international clients.
She helps people talk through overwhelming feelings and everyday problems. Common topics include communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, self-love, and social anxiety or phobia. Conversations are straightforward and centered on practical steps the person can try between sessions.
Isabella aims to create an environment where clients can speak honestly about thoughts and feelings without judgment. She supports people who want clearer communication, more confidence, or help managing mood and stress. Initial conversations focus on figuring out what matters most to the client and what short-term goals feel realistic.
Her approach uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. Sessions typically include direct discussion, strategies to manage symptoms, and practice of new skills. The focus is on what changes a person can make and how to sustain them over time.
Clients are invited to take the first practical step by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session. The service uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, with cost varying by location. Isabella works from California and conducts work in English only.
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Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Isabella works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical work. One common approach is problem-focused cognitive work that helps identify unhelpful thoughts and tests out alternative ways of thinking. This method is often used for anxiety, low mood, and social fears. Another approach emphasizes behavioral strategies such as gradual exposure to feared situations and building confidence through small, planned steps. That approach helps with social anxiety, avoidance, and regaining everyday functioning.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Isabella will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Early sessions typically clarify priorities and try a few strategies to see what helps most in daily life.
Confirm current session formats before booking so you know which options are offered. Many people find remote sessions make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Others prefer a longer session to have space for deeper conversation. Discussing practical details during the matching step helps set up sessions that fit into routine life and the specific challenges a person brings.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
18+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include communication problems, guilt and shame, and loneliness.
What is her therapeutic style?
Treatment is practical and conversational. Sessions emphasize clear discussion, symptom management strategies, and skill practice between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has 18 years of professional experience working with adults on mood, stress, and relationship issues.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.