Ani Asulyan , LMFT

Ani Asulyan is licensed in California with 20 years of professional experience, including extensive work as a substance abuse counselor. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), she brings a long-standing focus on addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, and self-esteem to her clinical work, drawing on research-informed methods and practical strategies.

Her background in addiction counseling gives her a nuanced understanding of substance use and recovery, and she applies evidence-based techniques alongside motivational interviewing to support clients through change. Ani emphasizes individualized care, shaping treatment plans to the specific circumstances, goals, and strengths of each person she works with.

Beyond substance use, she assists people in building coping skills, strengthening motivation, and increasing self-confidence. She approaches each client with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, recognizing that every journey is different and that meaningful progress often requires a tailored, collaborative effort.

Ani encourages those taking the first step toward therapy and offers steady support as they work toward healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Virtual Care

Ani Asulyan commonly uses motivational interviewing and a range of evidence-based techniques in her work. Motivational interviewing is a collaborative, client-centered method that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen their personal motivation for change, often useful for substance use and behavior change. Evidence-based techniques refer to methods supported by research and clinical practice that are chosen to address specific challenges such as anxiety, trauma, depression, and addiction.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Ani works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best. She considers the client’s goals, preferences, and life circumstances and adjusts strategies over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which make it easier to schedule care around life commitments and access support from home or elsewhere. These formats offer flexibility in communication style and timing, allowing clients and licensed professionals to focus on consistent, goal-oriented work regardless of location.