Lia Akhilanda
When I was in school, I needed extra support to manage the challenges life was throwing at me in all directions. Sometimes it seemed never ending! Counseling helped me figure out who I was, who I wanted to be in relationships, and how to get through the stress and triggers of school.
Since then I've worked in student affairs, was a clinical supervisor for graduate students for 10 years and now have a private practice where I love supporting students. I have a sliding fee scale to make therapy more affordable. I specialize in supporting LGBTQI+ students, reducing anxiety, students managing illness or illness with a loved one, and when it fits, incorporating yoga, meditation and somatics.
I'm a mix of east-coast-straightforwardness with California-anything-is-possible. My style is informal, approachable, and don't be surprised if I curse a little bit and we laugh.
Specialties
Anxiety Bias and Discrimination Bipolar Disorder Caregiver Support Chronic Medical Condition Chronic Pain Depression Emotional Regulation Existential Challenges / Crises Family Conflict Gender Identity Grief and Loss Identity Development Immigration Stress Impulse Control Life Transitions Perfectionism Relationship Issues Religion or Spirituality Self-esteem Sexual Orientation Social Anxiety Stress Stress from Academics Trauma & PTSDInsurance & Payment
In-Network Insurance Plans
Paperwork:
I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.
NPI Number
1649044991Rates
| First session | $180 |
| Ongoing sessions | $180 |
Locations
Practice Hours
| Monday | 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | -- |
| Friday | -- |
| Saturday | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
| Sunday | -- |
Treatment Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Attachment-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Compassion Focused Culturally Sensitive Existential Meditation Mindfulness Motivational Interviewing Narrative Person-Centered Psychodynamic Relational Somatic Trauma-Sensitive Yoga YogaModalities
IndividualsAge Groups
Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64) Seniors (65+)Communities
Artists First-Gen Immigrants International LGBQ+ Trans non-binary gender fluid Undocumented VeganismMeeting Options
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 11
- License(s): CA-79669
More About Me
- Languages Spoken: English
- Race(s): White
- Gender(s): Cisgender
- Sexual Orientation(s): Queer