Seda Terzyan

Practical, evidence-informed care for stress and trauma

CA Psychologist 29251 California

Experience: 10 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Seda

Seda Terzyan is a licensed California psychologist (CA Psychologist 29251) with a decade of professional experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma. She draws on evidence-informed approaches to help clients explore difficult thoughts and feelings, build coping skills, and increase confidence and motivation.

Background and approach

Seda emphasizes creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where emotional concerns can be voiced and examined openly. Her work also addresses related issues such as attachment struggles, self-esteem and self-love, guilt and forgiveness, mood disorders, obsessive and compulsive patterns, panic, postpartum depression, somatization, traumatic brain injury, chronic illness and pain, and life-purpose questions.

Seda seeks collaborative solutions tailored to each person’s needs and encourages small, sustainable steps toward meaningful change. She recognizes that beginning therapy requires courage and supports clients through the intake and planning process to align goals and methods with what will feel most helpful.

Approaches for Online Change and Skill Building

Many clients find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helpful for identifying and shifting patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress; CBT breaks concerns into manageable steps and emphasizes practical skills practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on clarifying values and learning to accept difficult internal experiences while taking committed action toward meaningful goals, which can be useful for chronic worry, life-purpose questions, and coping with persistent symptoms.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences. Together they will try strategies, review progress, and adjust the plan so treatment stays aligned with what feels most effective.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent support from California-based licensed professionals, accommodate busy days, and allow therapeutic work to continue from home or other convenient locations.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Seda works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem challenges, and depression, along with related issues like attachment, OCD symptoms, panic, and chronic pain or illness.

What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?

Her approach is collaborative and practical, using evidence-informed methods to explore thoughts and behaviors while teaching coping skills and strategies tailored to each person.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 10 years of professional experience providing psychological support and treatment to clients in a range of presenting concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is licensed as CA Psychologist 29251 and practices in California.

Does she work with non-English speakers or international clients?

Sessions are conducted in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Appointments are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are involved in starting therapy?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeMood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English