Raha Tabankia, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Raha is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Raha is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Farsi
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Raha
- 11 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Whether you're navigating early adulthood or the journey of matrescence, I provide a supportive space and clear direction to help you move forward confidently. With over a decade of experience guiding young adults into adulthood, I help you tackle life’s challenges head-on. My direct, no-nonsense approach cuts through the noise, allowing us to focus on what matters to you. Together, we’ll create effective, solution-driven changes for meaningful progress. As a mother, I understand the identity shift that comes with parenthood, which deepens my empathy and insight.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Prolonged Exposure
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Licenses
Raha Tabankia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710273792.
- LCSW · California · lcsw62908 · Renews June 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 Raha Tabankia offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Raha Tabankia works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Raha Tabankia speak?
Raha Tabankia speaks Farsi.
How many years of experience does Raha Tabankia have?
Raha Tabankia has 11 years of experience.
Where is Raha Tabankia licensed to practice?
Raha Tabankia is licensed to practice in California.
Does Raha Tabankia accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Raha Tabankia 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 Raha Tabankia offer?
Raha Tabankia offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How do I get started with Raha Tabankia?
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.