Shiva Sarabi
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Shiva Sarabi, PsyD(She/Her/Hers)

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Psychologist, PsyD
California
College & graduate student mental health- Eating disorders & disordered eating-Medical professionals' mental health-Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health-Chronic pain-Attachment issues-

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Accepting online

In-network with some insurances

$190

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Professional statement

Dr. Sarabi believes true healing is rooted in the experience of being fully seen, heard, and supported. As a licensed Clinical Psychologist, she works with individuals and couples to help them break through emotional barriers and find lasting relief and an overall improved quality of life. Her approach is grounded in establishing deep trust and comfort from the very beginning, creating a space where clients feel empowered to explore their struggles. By integrating a variety of therapeutic lenses, Dr, Sarabi collaborates with her clients to uncover new perspectives and pathways to healing, guiding them toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.

She specializes in the treatment of eating disorders, offering comprehensive support to individuals as well as their families navigating the complexities of a loved one’s struggle. Her expertise also includes professionals, perinatal well being, parenting, relationship and family dynamics and the profound effects of cultural and global stress.

She works with Professionals, Women in tech, Perinatal Mental Health, Eating Disorders, Relationships, Multicultural Perspective, Chronic Pain Management, Anxiety, Depression, Adults, Adolescents, Families, and Couples

Dr. Sarabi also provides Clinical Advising and Consultation to other mental health providers.

Message to clients

As a Psychologist in the privileged position to provide care and support to students, professionals, couples, families, and broader systems, I hold a deep commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of my work. I approach my role through an integrative, trauma-informed, and social justice-oriented lens, one that recognizes and challenges the systemic barriers that disproportionately impact communities. I guide and advocate as needed and help those I work with navigate systems that can fail us all. This is at the core of how I think about care and healing and is foundational to ethical and effective mental health care.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 14 years

OC Transformations Counseling and Psychological Wellness , Owner, Clinical Psychologist and Consultant in Private Practice , 2015 - Present
Kaiser Permanente, Clinical Pain Psychologist , 2016 - 2021

The Wright Institute, Berkeley, CA, Doctor of Clinical Psychology, PsyD, 2012
University of California Berkeley , Bachelor of Arts Anthropology , 2005

Licensure

California: 26765

Languages

English, Farsi

Specialties

College & graduate student mental health - Specialized strategies for common issues of young adulthood, including school and career stressors, support around healthy relationships, existential concerns, drug or alcohol issues, eating disorders, and anxiety and/or depression.

Eating disorders & disordered eating - Reducing unhealthy eating patterns, beliefs, and behaviors, such as restricting, purging, and binging; healing the emotional pain surrounding disordered eating

Medical professionals' mental health - Clinical advising for mental health professionals and clinical supervision as needed. Support navigating work-related expectations and stress; addressing issues of burnout, hierarchical pressures, and vicarious trauma

Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health - Addressing issues specific to women and families during the pregnancy and postpartum period, including postpartum depression and anxiety

Chronic pain - Managing the biological, psychological, and emotional aspects of pain

Attachment issues - Development of effective relational and communication skills; insight into family attachment patterns;fostering healthy family relationships.

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Parents
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Loyola Marymount University Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • Pomona College Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • University of California Davis Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of California Irvine Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of California Los Angeles Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of California Merced Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of California Riverside Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of California San Diego Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of California Santa Barbara Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of California Santa Cruz Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
  • University of Southern California Student Health Insurance (Aetna)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$190 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

Out of network billing provided for Blue Shield

(BCBS)

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