Therapist in Pasadena, California Dana Abusaleh, Therapist

Dana Abusaleh, LMFT, is dedicated to helping individuals across California navigate life’s challenges with compassion and clinical expertise. She provides individual therapy for adults and seniors, offering a supportive and affirming space where clients can explore their experiences and develop effective coping strategies. Dana specializes in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, and women’s mental health concerns, tailoring her approach to meet each client’s unique needs. She is committed to fostering a therapeutic relationship built on trust, inclusivity, and empowerment.

Dana is particularly passionate about supporting individuals struggling with eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and gender identity concerns. She integrates evidence-based techniques such as Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma to help clients regain control over their thoughts and behaviors. Her approach is deeply rooted in creating a safe and affirming space, especially for members of the LGBTQ+ community, as they navigate identity exploration, societal pressures, and personal growth.

With expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and exposure therapy, Dana equips her clients with the skills needed to manage distress, build resilience, and cultivate lasting well-being. Whether addressing post-partum depression and anxiety, grief, or other life transitions, she empowers individuals to overcome obstacles and move forward with confidence.

Beyond her clinical work, Dana is passionate about social justice, inclusivity, and increasing accessibility to mental health care. She speaks Arabic, allowing her to provide culturally competent support to Arabic-speaking individuals seeking therapy. In her free time, she enjoys practicing yoga, reading, traveling, and discovering new food spots.