
Maryam Ekhtiar
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Supervised by Van Ethan Levy, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 118131) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC 8269)
Counselor
Let’s work together to create a space for growth, understanding, and empowerment. My approach is rooted in compassion, cultural humility, and a deep commitment to inclusivity, honoring each person’s unique experience and story. As someone who deeply values creativity and connection, I see therapy as a collaborative process where we can explore and reframe the narratives that shape our lives and find the pathways that feel most healing.
With over 20 years in healthcare, I’m particularly passionate about working with LGBTQ+ communities and individuals navigating complex personal and relational dynamics. I practice cultural humility to create a safer, understanding space for healing. In therapy, I draw on narrative work, solution-focused techniques, and elements of mindfulness to foster self-discovery, emotional resilience, and personal empowerment.
Growing up abroad and in Texas, I’ve experienced the complexity of intersecting identities and understand what it’s like to feel marginalized. I am familiar with Southwest Asian cultures, namely Persian, Kurdish, and Jewish communities, and those affected by war and displacement. I offer therapy in Persian and Kurdish, which shapes my sensitivity to diverse cultural dynamics and my commitment to creating a space where all identities are welcomed and valued.
I’m also a painter, yoga enthusiast, and nature lover who believes in the power of creativity, movement, and time spent outdoors as grounding, healing forces. Whether through art, storytelling, or mindfulness, I work to bring openness and adaptability into our sessions, finding what resonates most for you.
I provide care virtually, focusing on a personalized approach to therapy where we can co-create goals that honor your whole self. Whether you’re seeking support for a specific challenge or looking to cultivate self-compassion and resilience, I hope we can build a therapeutic space that supports you, your journey, and your unique path forward.