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Roxanne Parsa

Roxanne Parsa

LMFT

Calm, practical support for relationship challenges

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMulticultural concernsNarcissismPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSex addictionWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English, Persian

Licenses listed

As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

  • Mindful approach
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Coaching focus

About Roxanne

Roxanne Parsa is a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in California. She supports people facing relationship strain, parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, and those wanting coaching for life direction. Roxanne works in English and Persian and brings seven years of clinical experience to sessions.

She starts by helping people notice how patterns developed and how they affect current relationships. Conversations are direct and compassionate, aimed at building insight and practical change. Sessions often include mindful awareness of feelings and bodily experience alongside talk-based reflection.

Roxanne draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at long-standing patterns that repeat across relationships. She also uses somatic techniques to help people recognize and name physical sensations linked to stress or trauma. Trauma-focused methods are used when past hurts are central to current struggles.

Her approach blends steady listening with concrete next steps. Parents find support with caregiving stress, blended family concerns, and separation-related issues. People negotiating non-traditional relationship styles, infidelity, jealousy, or codependency can work on clearer boundaries and communication.

She frames therapy as a collaborative process. Clients and therapist set goals together and track what helps between sessions. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

How Mindfulness and Body-Focused Approaches Help Online

Roxanne uses Mindfulness Therapy to help people notice thoughts and emotions without getting overwhelmed. That practice supports clearer decision-making in relationships and parenting, and it can reduce reactivity in moments of conflict.

She also incorporates Psychodynamic Therapy to identify repeating relationship patterns rooted in earlier life experiences. This work helps people understand why certain triggers keep appearing and how to make different choices moving forward.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Roxanne works collaboratively to match methods to a person's goals, needs, and preferences. She checks in about what feels most useful and adjusts the focus over time so sessions stay relevant and practical.

If you are considering online work, confirm the current session options before booking. The main practical benefit is flexibility - online sessions can fit into a busy day and reduce travel time. They can also make it easier to keep consistent appointments and to practice new skills between sessions in everyday settings. Licensed professionals can help you weigh which format best fits your schedule and goals.

These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Roxanne help with?

Roxanne works with relationship problems, parenting strain, trauma and abuse, and life coaching needs. She also addresses attachment issues, infidelity, addiction, codependency, and non-monogamous relationship questions.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style mixes attentive listening with practical steps. She uses mindful awareness and body-based work alongside talk to help people change patterns.

What is her clinical background?

She has seven years of experience working with adults and has helped people with trauma, parenting challenges, relationship conflict, and relapse concerns.

Which credentials and location apply?

Roxanne is a licensed marriage and family therapist - LMFT - practicing in California.

What languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Persian.

Can people outside the U.S. work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time; sessions are provided to clients within her licensed region.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

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