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Harout "Harry" Ohannessian, LMFT

Trauma-informed LMFT for individuals and families
  • Trauma and stress
  • Relationships and families
  • English Arabic Armenian

About Harout "Harry" Ohannessian

Harout "Harry" Ohannessian, LMFT, is a California-based therapist who has worked in psychotherapy since 2014. He specializes in helping individuals, couples, young adults, and families navigate the effects of trauma and severe life stressors, guiding clients toward greater emotional stability and healthier relationships. Harout focuses on a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, self-esteem struggles, eating and intimacy-related issues, bipolar disorder, anger, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes, with additional attention to paranoia, personality disorders, and sexual assault and abuse.

His approach is grounded in deep empathy and careful exploration of the experiences that contribute to emotional pain. Harout draws primarily on psychodynamic understanding while integrating other proven methods such as Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to tailor care to each person. He aims to help clients develop clearer self-understanding and more satisfying ways of relating to others so they can experience a stronger sense of safety, wholeness, and peace.

Harout holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from California State University Los Angeles. As an LMFT he is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, offering experienced, relationally focused support to those seeking change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

ParanoiaPersonality disordersSexual assault and abuse

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Harout "Harry" Ohannessian have?

Harout "Harry" Ohannessian has 11 years of experience in psychotherapy, practicing since 2014.

Is Harout "Harry" Ohannessian a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. His California license number is CA LMFT 127908.

In which languages does Harout "Harry" Ohannessian provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English, Arabic, and Armenian.

Where is Harout "Harry" Ohannessian located?

He is located in California.

How can I work with Harout "Harry" Ohannessian as my therapist?

You can work with Harout "Harry" Ohannessian through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Harout "Harry" Ohannessian work with international clients?

No. Harout "Harry" Ohannessian does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Harout "Harry" Ohannessian cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Evidence-Informed Approaches Delivered Online

Harout "Harry" Ohannessian uses several well-established approaches adapted for remote care. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns - it helps people rebuild trust, improve intimacy, and repair relational wounds. Client-Centered Therapy, also called person-centered care, emphasizes empathy and the client’s own goals; it supports self-exploration and strengthening of self-worth by following the client’s pace and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Harout works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, adjusting techniques over time so therapy aligns with what helps the individual most. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved in planning care and confident that methods will be tailored to their situation.

Online therapy with Harout can include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and varied comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access licensed professionals from wherever the client is located in California, and fit sessions into everyday life.

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