
Shirley Issakhan, LMFT 149626
About Me
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #149626 in California) providing compassionate support for individuals, couples, and families facing infertility, grief, loss, eating disorders, trauma, and relationship challenges. With a collaborative and empathetic approach, I help clients navigate life’s most difficult experiences.
My practice offers a safe, nonjudgmental space to process emotions, build resilience, and foster meaningful connections. Whether navigating infertility, coping with loss, or healing from past trauma, I am here to support your journey toward growth and healing.
I draw upon evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to your unique needs and goals, empowering you to create the life and relationships you desire. Together, we will work to uncover your inner strengths, develop coping strategies, and find clarity and hope even in difficult times.
Education, Clinical Training and Membership Affiliation
◈ Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology - Pepperdine University (2021)
◈ Domestic Violence Training, YWCA Glendale & Pasadena (2020)
◈ EMDR Certificate of Completion, Institute of Creative Mindfulness (2022)
◈ Advanced Practice of EMDR Therapy for Perinatal & Infant Mental Health (2022)
◈ Fertility Counseling Post Graduate Course, Covington & Hafkin Associates (2023)
◈ Postpartum Support International Components of Care Training and Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy (2023)
◈ America Society for Reproductive Medicine/Mental Health Professional, Certificate in Infertility, Treatment Interventions, and Third-Party Reproduction (2023)
◈ CAMFT- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapy
◈ Pacific Cost Reproductive Society (2023)