Vehanoush Ghookasian, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Vehanoush Ghookasian

Focus areas

Chronic Impulsivity

Life Transition

Sleep Disorder

Coping Mechanism Development

Peer Relationship Struggles

Sport / Performance Counseling

Insomnia

Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Somatic

Dialectical (DBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Vehanoush Ghookasian

I'm here to support you every step of the way! This is a non-judgmental space to collaborate, learn to trust, and heal in relationships. Together, we can navigate through the jumble in your mind, explore past traumas, and understand their current impact on your life. I integrate CBT, DBT, and somatic therapy to help you find peace. I come from a somatic experience therapy approach focusing on the mind-body connection. I help you to understand your physical sensations and how they're intertwined with your emotional experiences. I'm addressing your overall well-being, not just symptoms, but also underlying causes that promote overall health. I am guiding you to explore your body sensations, emotions, and beliefs, helping you to have a deeper understanding of yourselfI work with holistic-minded professionals who often feel like the “black sheep” of their family and struggle with identity, connection, authenticity, and purpose. Many of my clients seek relief from isolation, anxiety, or unresolved trauma. Together, we explore the mind-body connection, uncover minimized experiences, and reframe limiting thoughts so they can release emotional tension, improve relationships, and embrace their uniqueness with resilience. My style is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded. I combine somatic experiencing, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help clients shift from overthinking to feeling and integrating emotions in the body. I listen deeply, reflect on what I hear, and guide with clarity while encouraging self-discovery. I balance warmth with structure, empowering clients to process trauma, build resilience, and find authenticity in their healing journey.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. South

Education and training

California State University, Northridge, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1336412972

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What practice does Vehanoush Ghookasian work with?

Vehanoush Ghookasian works with Rula Health - L.A. South.

What are common reasons for patients to see Vehanoush Ghookasian?

Vehanoush Ghookasian frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Vehanoush Ghookasian on their profile.