Vaheideh Gudeman, PhD
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Vaheideh is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Vaheideh is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Farsi
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Vaheideh
- 14 years' experience
- Female
- PhD
My areas of clinical focus include but not limited to anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, trauma and PTSD, marital and premarital counseling, partner-relational, family conflict, parenting/co-parenting skills, life transitions, acculturation adjustments, stress management and women’s issues. I have been in the mental health field for over 10 years and specialize in treatment of adults, couples and families.
I provide a safe, collaborative and direct approach in therapy. My goal is to establish a therapeutic relationship that guides the individuals to recognize their strength and enhance resiliency. Through collaborative work, the individual will be able to understand their past, be effective in the present, and set future goals. I will help provide insight and awareness to oneself as a whole and as part of a system.
I am bilingual in Farsi and have extensive experience in working in various multicultural settings including nonprofits, community counseling centers and private practice. One of my passions is to continue bringing mental health awareness to the community by expanding my practice and providing clinical supervision to trainees and interns.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
- Harm Reduction
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Licenses
Vaheideh Gudeman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376795195.
- PhD · California · 24258 · Renews December 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Vaheideh Gudeman offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Vaheideh Gudeman works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Vaheideh Gudeman speak?
Vaheideh Gudeman speaks Farsi.
How many years of experience does Vaheideh Gudeman have?
Vaheideh Gudeman has 14 years of experience.
Where is Vaheideh Gudeman licensed to practice?
Vaheideh Gudeman is licensed to practice in California.
Does Vaheideh Gudeman accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Vaheideh Gudeman does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Vaheideh Gudeman offer?
Vaheideh Gudeman offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How do I get started with Vaheideh Gudeman?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
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When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.