Whether you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, having relationship challenges, or just don’t feel like yourself— I can help.

I’m a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Deema Kanbaragha

A silhouette of a surfer riding a wave, captured in black and white.

Although change is difficult, uncomfortable, and scary, it is sometimes necessary for personal growth.

I wholeheartedly believe in our capacity to change our unhealthy thought patterns in order to live the life we desire. Seeking therapy is a self-honoring choice, and I’m happy to be alongside you in this challenging, yet fulfilling journey.

Meet Your Therapist: Deema Kanbaragha

Thank you for making it here. Taking the first step toward therapy isn’t always easy, and you don’t have to navigate difficult experiences alone. I provide a warm, supportive space to explore what you’re going through, feel understood, and work toward meaningful change.

I work with adults, couples, military personnel, families, and adolescents (15+) navigating trauma, PTSD, complex PTSD, anxiety, panic, relationship challenges, grief, depression, self-esteem, separation, divorce, life transitions, deployments, and other challenges.

My approach is personalized, holistic, and trauma-informed, drawing primarily from EMDR along with attachment theory, CBT, and DBT. I am also trained in EFT and Gottman Couples Therapy, allowing me to tailor therapy to your unique needs and goals.

I hold a B.A. in Psychology from Earlham College and an M.A. in Clinical Counseling from Point Loma Nazarene University.

How I got here…

Throughout my life, I have had the opportunity to live in different places around the world and have surrounded myself with individuals of various cultures and religions.

My life experience combined with my professional training has provided me with a multicultural perspective that enables me to honor and be culturally sensitive to my clients’ needs and unique backgrounds. I believe one of the most important tools for healing is the therapeutic relationship. I strive to create a safe and accepting space that allows my client to feel fully supported. I approach my clients with empathy, use active listening, compassion, humor, and, when necessary, gentle confrontation. I encourage my clients to make empowering choices that build their internal sense of freedom, strengthen their self-trust, and bring them deeper clarity.

In my personal life, I stay grounded by nurturing the mind-body connection through movement, mindfulness, and spirituality. I feel most alive when I’m in nature—surfing, cycling, hiking, and camping. Being outdoors helps me stay present, recharged, and connected.

I believe healing happens in relationships. I make time for meaningful relationships with friends, family, and community, and I thrive on meeting new people, exploring new experiences, learning, and expanding both my personal and clinical perspectives. These connections are an essential part of my mental and emotional balance.

Creativity is another way I support my mental health. Whether I’m experimenting with a new recipe, planting something, or refreshing a space at home, creative expression helps me unwind, reflect, and stay grounded.

Credentials & Experience

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Served over 400 clients in more than six years of experience.

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Earned a B.A. in Psychology and an M.A. in Clinical Counseling.

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Trained in Gottman Couples Therapy, the leading evidence-based approach.

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EMDR certified, a powerful therapy for addressing trauma and emotional challenges.

Services & Offerings

Individual Therapy

For adults and older teens facing challenges like anxiety, depression, or life transitions, I offer personalized therapy that uncovers the root causes of your struggles.
Couples Therapy

Using the evidence-based Gottman Method, I help couples strengthen their emotional connection, improve communication, and resolve conflicts.
EMDR Therapy

Trauma doesn’t have to define your future. Through Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), I help clients reprocess traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact.
Military Support

Military life comes with distinct challenges. Whether you’re a service member or a family member, I offer therapy tailored to your unique experiences.