Liana Deroian, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Liana!

I am intrigued by the human mind and our capacity to enrich our lives through the power of Psychology. I have spent the last 14 years in various environments exploring the capabilities that mankind has and influencing change within individuals and organizations. I enjoy meeting people and hearing their stories.

My focus

I have worked with a wide range of persons throughout my career in private practice. I am comfortable working with those with Major Depressive Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Adjustment Disorders, and Relationship concerns, among other diagnoses.

My approach

I believe in treating a person holistically. There is power in knowledge, which is why I incorporate psycho-education to all clients, to help label the concerns and tackle those concerns head-on by outlining treatment goals. I use a wide array of therapies ranging from CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, and anything in between.

My communication style

I believe in honesty, being straightforward, and gently challenging any unhealthy thinking. Growth takes place within discomfort, and I have a role to be honest, contain, and work through that discomfort with those who trust me on their journey of healing.

My journey to mental healthcare

After my first psychology class, I developed an interest in the human mind and behavior. It intrigued me to think that the mind has much power and influence over our emotions and behavior. Learning that people can create new neural pathways and heal through identifying maladaptive behaviors, trauma, and neurocognitive deficits led me to psychology.

My goals for you

I work with clients to identify areas needing improvement and set realistic, attainable goals. Goal-setting is a partnership between clients and my expertise.

Our first session

Clients can expect a space to share what brings them to therapy, identify what they are hoping to gain from treatment, and hear from me what I can provide along the way to accomplish those goals.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Attachment-based

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

Police/Fire/First Responders

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English, Armenian

Education

Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) from California State University, San Bernardino.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Liana Deroian