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Online therapist

Rami Anabtawi

Support for relationship and parenting struggles

Credentials
LMFT
Experience
3 years
Licensed in
California
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Rami

Rami Anabtawi is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California. He focuses on relationship strains, family conflict, parenting challenges, anger, and depression. He aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable for people who are nervous or unsure.

Rami keeps conversations practical and respectful. He listens first, then tailors a plan to what each person brings to the room. He emphasizes sensitivity and compassion while helping people name problems and try new ways of responding.

Background and approach

In sessions he talks through communication patterns, boundaries, and responses that contribute to ongoing conflict. He helps people practice clearer requests, manage strong feelings, and work toward more helpful routines at home. When depression is present, he aims to identify small, concrete steps to reduce overwhelm and restore daily functioning.

Rami also addresses codependency, forgiveness, life purpose, and issues related to obsessions, compulsions, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. He adapts the approach based on what feels most useful for each person and situation. His three years of experience are focused on creating a straightforward, steady therapeutic experience.

People considering therapy are guided through a short matching questionnaire and scheduling process. Rami encourages realistic goals and ongoing collaboration so progress is paced to each person’s needs.

How evidence-based approaches guide online work

Rami uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing how people think and act in relationships and daily life. One common approach involves breaking problems into specific patterns of thought and behavior, then practicing alternative responses to reduce conflict and improve mood. This helps with depression, anger, and repetitive behaviors such as compulsions.

Another approach centers on communication skills and boundary-setting. Sessions include role-play and rehearsal so people can try new ways of asking for needs and responding to others. This method is useful for parenting challenges, codependency, and ongoing family tensions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Rami collaborates with each person to decide which techniques to use based on their goals, needs, and what feels most helpful. He adjusts plans over time as those needs change.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session formats before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten commute time, and allow focused check-ins between obligations. It can also let people choose sessions that match their energy level, such as a shorter call when time is tight or a full session when deeper conversation is needed.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Rami help with?
He supports people facing relationship strain, family conflict, parenting challenges, anger, and depression. He also works on codependency, communication problems, forgiveness, life purpose, and obsessive-compulsive concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
The style is practical and conversational. He listens first, then tailors a plan with sensitivity and clear steps to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working with the concerns listed in his profile.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, licensed in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

  • Relationship issues
  • Family conflicts
  • Parenting issues
Experience
3 years
Licensed
California
Languages
English

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