Sima Kazimi, PsyD,
About Sima Kazimi (She/Her)
Sima Kazimi, PsyD, helps adults throughout California navigate emotional challenges, life transitions, and complex mental health concerns with compassion, insight, and evidence-based care. As a psychologist at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, while also supporting those facing a wide range of behavioral health needs. Dr. Kazimi’s collaborative and culturally responsive approach fosters a supportive environment where clients feel understood, respected, and empowered to create meaningful and lasting change. Her therapeutic approach incorporates evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Dr. Kazimi works with diverse populations, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, military veterans, and individuals with autism spectrum disorders. In addition to her primary areas of focus, she has experience supporting clients with ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), bipolar disorder, reproductive challenges, health-related psychological concerns, and other mental health conditions. Outside of her clinical practice, Dr. Kazimi enjoys painting, reading, traveling, and watching Chinese dramas.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Individual Therapy: Ages 18-75+
Areas of Focus
Individual Therapy
Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.
- Anxiety
- Depression/feeling down
- General relationship issues
- Marital stress or divorce
- Panic attacks
- Premarital counseling
- Self-esteem
- Stress management
- Ability status
- Aging
- Anger issues
- Attachment issues
- Autism: generally independent
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bullying or harassment
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Career & work issues
- Caregiving
- Chronic pain-related issues
- Domestic violence & abuse
- Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
- Early adulthood: Starting college or career
- Emotional abuse
- Empty nesters
- End-of-life challenges
- Ethnic identity
- Family conflict
- First responder stress
- Focus, concentration & memory
- Gender identity
- Grief & loss
- Hallucinations
- Immigration/cultural status
- Intense mood changes
- LGBTQ+
- Menopause & perimenopause
- Military & veteran
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Other women's health concerns
- Parenthood
- Parenting
- PMS & PMDD
- Psychosis/issues with reality
- Racial identity
- Retirement
- Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
- Self-injury or cutting
- Sexual trauma
- Social injustice
- Social skills & communication
- Stress from ongoing health issues
- Trauma & PTSD
- Unusual thoughts or beliefs
Insurances Accepted
Languages
- English
- Farsi
Education
- Iran University of Science and Industry
- North-West College
- California State University - Los Angeles
- Philips Graduate Institute
- Chicago School of Professional Psychology - LA
Locations
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Frequently Asked
Questions About
Sima Kazimi
Please call us at 818-240-0340 to schedule an appointment with Sima Kazimi.
Sima Kazimi generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist. Please call 818-240-0340 to find out Sima Kazimi's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Sima Kazimi:
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 818-240-0340 to see how we can help.
Sima Kazimi is a Psychologist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Sima Kazimi works at:
Sima Kazimi only offers in-office visits at this time. To find a provider in your area that offers online telehealth visits, please call us at 818-240-0340 or search our provider directory.
Yes, Sima Kazimi is currently offering in-office visits at the following location:
- English
- Farsi