Sheida Kalantari

Empathetic, practical therapy for life challenges

LMFT California

Experience: 4 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English, Persian

About Sheida

Sheida Kalantari is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in California who offers bilingual care in English and Persian.

Background and approach

She draws on four years of clinical experience providing trauma-informed and general mental health support to people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem concerns. Her work also addresses related themes such as abandonment, codependency, communication and commitment issues, family of origin dynamics, and caregiver stress.

Her approach is collaborative and tailored, centering the client's priorities while integrating practical skills and reflective exploration. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behavioral habits, and incorporates client-centered and mindfulness elements to support present-moment awareness and self-compassion.

Kalantari frames treatment plans around each person's values and goals and adapts interventions to the situation at hand, whether addressing impulsivity, forgiveness, guilt and shame, or coping during life transitions. Sheida's background includes work in county-contracted settings and crisis assessment teams, experiences that inform a steady, trauma-aware style.

Prospective clients can expect a respectful, culturally attentive space where language and life context are acknowledged as part of the healing process.

Approaches that guide remote therapy and practical care

Sheida uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and to develop concrete strategies for change; this approach is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management. She also practices Client-Centered Therapy, which prioritizes empathy and nonjudgmental listening so clients can explore their values and feelings at their own pace. Dialectical Behavior Therapy provides additional tools for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness through skills training and balancing acceptance with change.

Finding the best therapeutic approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to consider their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adapting methods over time so the plan remains responsive and practical rather than fixed.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, continue work during life transitions, and maintain momentum between in-person opportunities when needed. Licensed professionals can tailor the mix of formats to suit what helps each client engage and progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Sheida works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and depression, along with related challenges like codependency, communication problems, and family of origin issues.

What is the therapist's general approach and style?

The clinician uses a client-centered, collaborative style that blends practical skills training with reflective exploration, drawing from cognitive behavioral methods and mindfulness to match each person's needs.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

Sheida has four years of clinical experience, including work in county-contracted agencies and participation on a county crisis assessment team.

What credentials and location apply to this therapist?

The clinician holds the credential LMFT and is licensed in California as CA LMFT 154518.

Which languages are available and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English and Persian, and international clients are not currently accepted.

In what session formats can someone work with this therapist?

Available session formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How is cost handled for sessions with this therapist?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working with this therapist?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobias Post-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English, Persian