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Dr. Nithya Narayan

CA Psychologist 28844

Dr. Nithya Narayan , CA Psychologist 28844

Therapist in California

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About Nithya

Dr. Nithya Narayan is a licensed psychologist in California (CA Psychologist 28844) with 9 years of clinical experience. She brings a personal commitment to reducing stigma around mental health that stems from her own experience as a first generation immigrant, and she focuses on removing barriers that can make care feel out of reach.

Her work centers on building motivation and confidence while addressing concerns such as self esteem, career difficulties, depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and the challenges of parenting. She also provides support for issues related to adoption and foster care, attachment concerns, first responder stress, fertility and perinatal mood concerns, immigration-related stress, and other multicultural issues. Drawing from a range of therapeutic methods, she helps clients navigate life transitions and cope with complex emotions.

In sessions she strives to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored openly. She emphasizes collaboration and practical strategies tailored to each person - helping individuals take the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life while honoring their cultural background and personal goals.

Approaches that guide online therapy and care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed action toward a meaningful life, while teaching practical skills to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relationships and patterns formed early in life; it helps individuals understand how attachment needs influence current relationships and supports healing around trust, connection, and caregiving concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies and shifts unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through structured techniques, making it effective for anxiety, stress, depression, and coping with change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Narayan works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time to ensure a good therapeutic fit. This collaborative process helps tailor care to the individual rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan.

Online therapy offers flexibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, accommodate different communication styles, and maintain continuity of care across life changes, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who use established therapeutic approaches.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Dr. Nithya Narayan have?

Dr. Nithya Narayan has 9 years of professional experience.

Is Dr. Nithya Narayan a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is licensed in California as a psychologist (CA Psychologist 28844).

In which languages does Dr. Nithya Narayan provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English, Hindi, and Tamil.

Where is Dr. Nithya Narayan located?

Dr. Narayan is located in California.

How can I work with Dr. Nithya Narayan as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Nithya Narayan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Nithya Narayan work with international clients?

Dr. Nithya Narayan does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Nithya Narayan cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Self esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issues

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesDomestic violenceFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English, Hindi, Tamil

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