FAQs

General
Questions

  • We are located in the beautiful Gardens building in the heart of West Los Angeles. Our address is 2001 S. Barrington Ave., Suite 204 Los Angeles, CA 90025. It's a quick drive from many neighborhoods, including Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Cheviot Hills, and Culver City. Our center is easily accessible from both the 405 freeway and the 10 freeway, as well as by public transportation.

  • You may schedule your consultation by calling our intake line at 310-902-0990 or e-mailing our intake coordinator at welcomeintake@gmail.com.

  • Standard psychotherapy sessions are 50 minutes and typically take place weekly. Some clinicians offer 60-90 minute sessions for couples and families. With new clients, sessions are generally scheduled weekly to build momentum toward meeting your goals while we're still getting to know each other. Once you've reached your primary goals in therapy, you may find that you only need to come every other week.

  • There is metered parking right out front of the office as well as street parking on the neighboring residential streets. There is a parking structure in the building, but we do not validate for parking.

  • Therapy can be beneficial for anyone facing challenges in their life or wanting to work on personal growth. If you're experiencing persistent anxiety, stress, emotional distress, difficulty in relationships, intrusive thoughts, or feeling stuck due to past events, therapy may be particularly helpful. Our team specializes in trauma therapy but supports clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, grief, anger management, relationships, and parenting.

About Us

  • Dr. Ronit Farzam is the founder, director, and clinical supervisor at the Center for Healing and Personal Growth. She is a licensed clinical psychologist with a PhD in Clinical Psychology and Master's degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy and Linguistics. Dr. Farzam serves as an expert witness in courts and legal proceedings, specializing in trauma and PTSD. She has authored children's books including "A Magical Journey" and "How I Feel When I Hear No," as well as a book of poetry in Farsi titled "Metamorphosis" (Degardisi).

  • We are a humanistic center with therapists who truly and genuinely care about their clients. We believe in doing deep work and healing the trauma that underlies many conditions before treating those conditions. Our team speaks multiple languages and provides various trauma modalities, testing, and medication management. We create a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions and experiences without hesitation or shame.

  • Our approach combines evidence-based therapies with compassion and cultural sensitivity. We conduct comprehensive evaluations to understand each client's unique background, triggers, and coping strategies. We use methods that consider the interconnection of mind, body, and spirit in the healing process. Our therapists are skilled in various evidence-based approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and mindfulness practices.

  • Our mission is to provide a safe haven for healing and personal growth. We aim to help individuals process their traumas, develop resilience, and reclaim control of their lives. We believe that traumas don't have to define us or rob us of our potential; instead, they can inspire and motivate us to reach our full potential in life.

Our Forensic Services

  • We offer comprehensive forensic services including:

    • Comprehensive Forensic/Expert Evaluations & Reports

    • Expert Testimony in court or other legal proceedings

    • Forensic Consultations

    • Immigration Evaluations

    • Specialty in the assessment and treatment of PTSD resulting from various personal injuries

  • Forensic evaluations are comprehensive psychological evaluations that intersect with the legal profession. In these matters, psychologists are called into legal proceedings to provide objective psychological evaluations and to give expert witness testimony on particular areas of psychology.

  • Our immigration evaluations assess the emotional and mental health state of individuals within the framework of immigration processes. Our team understands the diversity of immigrant populations' cultural backgrounds and adapts assessment techniques accordingly. We create a welcoming environment where people can freely express their concerns without judgment. We collaborate with legal counsel and immigration attorneys to deliver thorough assessments that meet legal standards.

Additional Services

  • Yes, we provide specialized trauma programs for various demographics, including PTSD sufferers and survivors of domestic abuse. These programs address the specific needs and challenges encountered by different populations, providing culturally appropriate and effective therapy treatments.

  • Mind-Body Weight Management is our unique program that uses a multidisciplinary approach. It includes evaluation and treatment by both a skilled dietitian who provides an individually tailored nutrition program and a supportive therapist who guides clients to learn valuable techniques to reach and maintain an ideal weight and healthy lifestyle. Unlike many weight loss programs that focus only on physical aspects, we target both mind and body for lasting results.

  • Yes, we offer various classes, groups, and individual consultations. Group therapy and support groups allow members to connect with others who have gone through similar experiences, exchange insights, and heal within a caring community.

Who We
Serve

  • Our therapists help with a wide range of mental health concerns, including:

    • Trauma and PTSD

    • Anxiety and stress

    • Depression

    • ADHD/OCD

    • Grief and loss

    • Anger management

    • Relationship issues

    • Parenting challenges

    • Body image and eating disorders

    • Substance use disorders

    • Family conflicts

    • Work or school performance issues

    • Self-confidence issues

    • Sleep disorders

  • Yes, we offer Child & Adolescent Therapy. Our therapists are experienced in working with young people and use age-appropriate approaches to help them process emotions, develop coping skills, and thrive.

  • Yes, we provide couples counseling to help partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their relationships. Some of our clinicians offer extended 60-90 minute sessions specifically for couples.

Fees &
Insurance

  • Sessions range from $130 to $350, depending on the clinician's expertise and experience. Forensic and Expert Evaluations have a separate fee schedule.

  • Yes, we understand that financial constraints can be a barrier to accessing quality mental health care, so we offer a sliding scale based on your income and budget. This ensures that our services remain accessible and affordable for everyone in need of support.

  • We are in-network with most insurance plans and will advocate for you to use your insurance if possible. We currently accept:

    • Aetna

    • Anthem

    • Blue Cross

    • Blue Shield

    • BlueCross and BlueShield

    • Cigna and Evernorth

    • Magellan

    • United

    • Optum

    • Out of Network

  • We can take care of the billing process for you to minimize the stress of dealing with insurance to get the reimbursement you deserve. Please send a copy of your insurance card (front and back) and a picture ID to our biller at billing@latraumatherapists.com to verify your insurance. Once verified, we can match you with one of our skilled therapists based on your needs and preferences.

  • Under Section 2799B-6 of the Public Health Service Act, health care providers are required to inform individuals who are not using insurance of their ability to receive a "Good Faith Estimate" of expected charges. This estimate explains how much your mental health care will cost. You have the right to receive this estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.