Ara Cho PsyD

(she/her)

Accepting Clients

Welcome on this courageous, meaningful journey towards a deeper understanding of yourself. Honored to join you on this transformative path.

Clinical Psychologist in Studio City, CA

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Services

  • Individual

About My Clients

Life's journey is filled with various challenges that can lead to stress, depression, anxiety, or trauma. These experiences may leave you overwhelmed, stuck, affecting relationships. Despite difficulties, I believe in your remarkable resilience, enabling growth amidst challenges. I'm here to offer you a safe space where you can freely explore your stories and learn new ways to cope and heal. I deeply value and respect your wisdom and strengths.

My Background and Approach

My approach to therapy is warm and genuine, and I often tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs. My goal is to guide you towards a deeper understanding of yourself so you can make meaningful choices, which will ultimately lead you to a more fulfilling life and peace within yourself.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

When feeling lost or stuck, self is often the starting place to heal. As we come to understand ourselves, we begin to understand what we need, what we want, where to go, and what we can change. I would be honored to support you through your journey.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Humanistic Therapy Relational Therapy

Other Techniques

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Relational Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Integrative Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Anxiety Depression Relationship Issues

Other Issues

  • Abuse
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Burnout
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Women's Issues

Client Focus

Languages
English, 한국어

Qualifications

License
PsyD, State of California · ##33608
Supervision
Provides supervision to apprentice therapists
Years in practice
10 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Out of Network
  • Aetna

I offer online counseling in the following states:

I have experience with the following

  • Christianity

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

11712 Moorpark St.
Studio City, CA 91604
(818) 900 - 5152
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 34.1500308°, -118.3882706°

At A Glance

  • Experience: 10 years of practice
  • Languages: English, 한국어
  • Rate: $225 - 250/session

Info

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11712 Moorpark St.
Studio City, CA 91604

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