
Syed Mehdi
VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate
3 years of experience
Meet Syed
I've had a spiritual near-death experience, lost my loving mother to Cancer, immigrated as a child, lived under an oppressive regime in the Middle East as a minority, and experienced complex family dynamics and through it all still believe that we are all meant to shine our light in this world. You may be reading this while at your lowest point in life but don't worry, I'm here to guide you back to your true self ("Remember Who You Are"). I'm a compassionate therapist who believes in the transformative power of healing through a holistic approach. With a deep understanding of the mind-body-spirit connection, I will successfully guide you through your journey of inner peace, emotional well-being, and personal growth. I provide a safe & nurturing space where you can explore your inner child and develop a sense of inner peace. By cultivating mindfulness and awareness, you'll learn to observe your thoughts and emotions without judgment, gaining a greater understanding of your patterns and triggers. My name means "Light" so my greatest gift to you is us shedding a 'light' on your problems and finding compassionate solutions to help you overcome all your challenges in life by healing your inner child and fostering a greater sense of inner peace.
I'm a compassionate therapist who believes in the transformative power of healing through a holistic approach.
Communication Style
- Authentic
- Calming
- Casual
- Holistic
- Open-minded
Specialties & Approaches
Specialties
- Animal Loss
- Anxiety
- Burnout
- Caregiver Burnout
- Chronic Illness
- Cultural Issues/Racial Stress
- Depression
- Divorce
- Grief
- Immigration
- Individual Therapy
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session)
- Sexual Assault/Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Workplace Stress
Focus Areas
- BIPOC
- Neurodivergence
- Students
Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licensed In
Locations
Virtual appointments available for California residents
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Interests
I enjoy sightseeing, traveling to new places, trying out new foods, watching movies, playing sports, and visiting spiritual places.
Insurance Accepted
- Prime Health
- Centivo
- Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth
- Blue Shield of California
- Anthem Blue Cross of CA
- Out-of-State BlueCard PPO
- Health Net
- Aetna
- None, I’m paying out of pocket
Credentials & Verification
License number
#137397 • California • LMFT
Education
BA - Psychology, York University MA - Holistic Counseling Psychology, John F. Kennedy University
Syed Mehdi, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #137397 (exp January 2027)
Calculate Cost & Insurance
$28
/ session on average with insurance
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