Hi, I’m Jon! (AMFT #158694)
I’m a pansexual, second-generation Iranian-American offering therapy in Los Angeles, California. My lived experiences, cultural awareness, and compassionate approach allow me to provide inclusive, affirming therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, identity exploration, and life transitions.
As a person who often seeks unconventional paths, my journey isn't linear. Before entering the mental health field, I spent nearly a decade immersed in the creative world of film, photography, and art, running my own studio and connecting with a diverse and vibrant creative community across Los Angeles. This background continues to shape my therapeutic style—one that values authenticity, curiosity, and nontraditional ways of understanding ourselves.
On a human-to-human level, my goal is to create a safe, supportive, and affirming space where you can bring your whole self. Together, we work to explore your experiences, understand patterns, and foster meaningful change. Therapy with me is a collaborative journey toward healing, self-understanding, and lasting emotional well-being.
Background & CREDENTIALS
I received an M.A in Clinical Psychology program at Antioch University Los Angeles, where there was a strong emphasis on social justice and I gained a broad perspective on the intersection of evidence-based theoretical approaches and multicultural considerations. During my graduate training, I provided individual and group therapy at the Los Angeles LGBT Center.
Education
M.A. in Clinical Psychology Antioch University Los Angeles
B.A in Film & Media Theory University of California, Santa Barbara
Training
Thrive Training & Publications EMDR Therapy (in the process of completing practicum hours)
Los Angeles LGBT Center
“By replacing fear of the unknown with curiosity we open ourselves up to an infinite stream of possibility. We can let fear rule our lives or we can become childlike with curiosity, pushing our boundaries, leaping out of our comfort zones, and accepting what life puts before us.”