Sheva Assar (she/her)

Psy.D.

Hi everyone! I'm Dr. Sheva Assar. I'm a licensed clinical psychologist in Southern California. I am currently offering virtual sessions.

Psychologist in California

Services
  • Individual
  • Group

About My Clients

Is balance difficult? Are you unfulfilled in your relationships? In my extensive experience, what I have found to be true is that we all want to be understood and thrive through authentic connection- with ourselves and others. Through exploration within a safe & warm space, my hope is that you can experience greater awareness of internal barriers and relationship patterns that may be getting in the way of your ideal life. I specialize in relationships, self-confidence, and social anxiety.

My Background and Approach

I have my undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Social Behavior, and Spanish from the University of California, Irvine. I later pursued by Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy, as well as Doctorate Degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. I underwent an additional year of postdoctoral residency at University of California, San Diego, Counseling Center, specializing in working with young adults. After my licensure, I worked as a Senior Staff Psychologist at the University of California, Irvine, prior to starting my private practice. I believe that healing occurs through authentic connection with another, as well as through drawing upon one’s inherent strengths. I utilize psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral approaches to support you in navigating the beauties and challenges of your current experiences within a meaningful and culturally responsive manner.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Culturally Sensitive Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment Theory
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Marriage Counseling Self-Esteem
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 8 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Farsi

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