Karine Babakhanyan, MA, LMFT, Therapist in Burbank, California

Karine Babakhanyan, LMFT, helps children, adolescents, teens, and adults across California navigate life’s challenges with compassion, clinical insight, and practical strategies for growth. As a Marriage and Family Therapist at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns, with expertise in anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Karine creates a supportive environment where patients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives. Karine incorporates evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based techniques to support lasting progress. She works collaboratively with patients to identify patterns that may be contributing to distress and develop practical tools for managing symptoms. In addition to her primary areas of expertise, she also provides support for grief, women’s issues, and other emotional and relational concerns. Known for her warm and thoughtful approach, Karine values building strong therapeutic relationships grounded in trust, respect, and authenticity. She recognizes that every individual’s story is different and believes therapy should be a personalized experience that honors each patient’s goals, values, and life circumstances. Karine also offers Christian counseling for patients who wish to incorporate their faith into the therapeutic process. Outside of her clinical work, Karine enjoys spending time with her two children. When her schedule allows, she loves dancing, aerobic exercise, creating art, and gardening.