Hourig Kalajian , LMFT

Hourig Kalajian, LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), recognizes that beginning therapy can feel confusing and challenging. She collaborates with clients to reduce anxiety and build a calming, supportive space where emotions and concerns can be explored. Grounded in a holistic, person-centered philosophy, she focuses on understanding the whole person rather than isolating mental health from other life areas, and she selects interventions that are tailored to each individual's needs.

Kalajian works with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, interracial relationships, and related life stresses. She has worked with children and adolescents who experience emotional difficulties in schools, homes, and community settings, applying play therapy techniques appropriate to younger clients. She currently provides school-based therapy for students with emotional disturbances and brings that practical experience into her therapeutic approach.

Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One key benefit is flexibility - people can choose the format that works best for them, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule or to engage in the way that feels most comfortable.

Licensed professionals offer these remote options, and clients can switch therapists if they would like a different fit. For many individuals, online therapy provides an accessible and practical path to consistent support and progress.