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Solution-Focused Therapy for Adults, Couples, & Families in Agoura Hills, California


Perfectionism and Trauma: Why the Need to Be Perfect Can Be a Response to Trauma
Perfectionism is often praised, but for many people it feels more like pressure than motivation. This article explores how perfectionism can develop as a trauma response and offers practical ways to begin loosening perfectionistic patterns.

Anahita Kia, JD, LMFT
Mar 77 min read


How to Manage Anxiety | Symptoms, Causes, and Practical Coping Tools
Anxiety affects everyone differently. Learn common symptoms, underlying causes, and simple therapist-recommended tools to help you manage anxiety and feel more grounded.

Anahita Kia, JD, LMFT
Oct 14, 20254 min read


Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and the Power of Breath
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction is an evidence-based program developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn that teaches mindfulness practices to help individuals manage stress, pain, and illness.

Anahita Kia, JD, LMFT
Mar 23, 20253 min read
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