Arezu Alemi, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Arezu is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Arezu is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Farsi
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Arezu
- 6 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
In therapy, I use cognitive, solution-focused, and collaborative approaches to build a strong rapport and create a safe, supportive space tailored to each client’s needs and goals. You can expect a judgment-free environment where you can be your authentic self. I’m easy to talk to and strive to foster healing and growth. I believe you are the best source of knowledge about yourself, and together we’ll create goals that are realistic, attainable, and supportive of lasting change.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Harm Reduction
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Arezu Alemi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821540063.
- LMFT · California · 119888 · Renews July 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 Arezu Alemi offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Arezu Alemi works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Arezu Alemi speak?
Arezu Alemi speaks Farsi.
How many years of experience does Arezu Alemi have?
Arezu Alemi has 6 years of experience.
Where is Arezu Alemi licensed to practice?
Arezu Alemi is licensed to practice in California.
Does Arezu Alemi accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Arezu Alemi accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Arezu Alemi accept insurance?
Yes, Arezu Alemi accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Centivo, and Cigna.
Does Arezu Alemi accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Arezu Alemi 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 Arezu Alemi offer?
Arezu Alemi offers clients Trauma-Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Arezu Alemi?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.