Therapist in Burbank, California Rita Marie Rafi Costanian, Therapist

Rita Costanian, LCSW, helps adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors in California navigate life’s challenges with steadiness, practical guidance, and deep compassion. At LifeStance Health, she supports individuals and families seeking relief from emotional distress, improved communication, and healthier ways of coping. Her work focuses on creating a safe and collaborative space where clients can better understand their experiences and build meaningful, lasting change.

Rita is especially passionate about helping people work through ADHD, anxiety, and depression. She brings a calm and grounded approach that empowers clients to untangle overwhelming thoughts, strengthen emotional regulation, and develop daily strategies that support clarity, stability, and confidence. Whether a teen struggling to stay focused in school or an adult managing persistent worry or low mood, she tailors care to meet each person’s unique needs.

Beyond these key areas of focus, Rita also works with grief, gender identity exploration, childhood behavior concerns, midlife transitions, and school avoidance. She supports individuals with autism spectrum disorders, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and families navigating complex relational patterns. Her therapeutic style often incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, family therapy, and parenting skills, with additional interventions offered as appropriate.

Rita also speaks Armenian and values culturally responsive care that honors each person’s background and identity. Her work reflects a commitment to helping clients feel seen, heard, and supported through every stage of the healing process.

Outside of therapy, Rita enjoys spending time with her family, going on walks, cuddling with her dogs, listening to music, organizing, and being outdoors—activities that help her stay grounded and energized.