When we cultivate a space of compassion and curiosity, we have more room to gain a deeper understanding of ourselves, our boundaries and our desires. By creating this intentional space, we can increase opportunities for choice in our lives.

Dr. Chelsea Sarai, Los Angeles psychologist

Welcome to my Therapy Practice

Perhaps you’re feeling disconnected from yourself or others, or going through a life transition that seems unmanageable. Maybe you’re just tired of old patterns that don’t work anymore. A psychologist can help you develop the tools to get through this challenge.

I am passionate about helping individuals get to know themselves better, to feel more connected in the world, and lead more supported lives. My style is warm, direct, and engaging. I believe that building a strong and trusting relationship will be essential in our work together.

Underlying my work as a psychologist is a deep commitment to interrupting the intergenerational transmission of trauma and oppression. I work with my clients collaboratively and approach my work with curiosity and compassion. I strongly believe in the healing power of the therapeutic relationship; I’m happy you are here and feel honored to be part of my client’s journeys toward healing and vitality.

I offer Telehealth services via video or phone, and I have a team of clinicians working under Brentwood Therapy Collective who provide in-person therapy in Brentwood, Los Angeles.

  • Therapy in Los Angeles

    Individual Psychotherapy

    Individual psychotherapy can alleviate one’s symptoms and provide insight into one’s current difficulties.

    Psychotherapy is a process of growth and healing through self-awareness, self-discovery, and self-acceptance. Oftentimes, psychotherapy results in one feeling more connected to oneself and others.

    Through this process of weekly talk therapy, clients can find deeper meaning, identify old patterns and achieve their goals.

    Many clients come to therapy for the following issues: low self-esteem, relationship issues, anxiety, life transitions, anger, cultural issues.

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    Adult ADHD Assessments

    Dr. Sarai specializes in Adult ADHD Assesments in Los Angeles. I aim to provide each client with the information necessary to guide their path to success.

    By using clinical interviews along with a comprehensive battery of psychological assessment measures hand-picked for every client, I am able to better understand what diagnoses you do and do not meet criteria for and what recommendations would be best for you! This information can help us in creating a personalized treatment plan, assist in medication management, and identify the best academic accommodations and placements.

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  • "Dr. Sarai was amazing to talk with; I benefited greatly from her kind, patient, challenging, and thorough communication and insight. I recommend her very highly to anyone seeking deep and meaningful psychotherapy. I am so glad to have worked with her."

    -Griffin

  • "Dr. Sarai is an incredible therapist that approaches sessions with patience, professionalism, and kindness. She was so helpful for me in building my self-confidence and helping me understand what makes me happy. As someone who worked with her during the time of telehealth, I never felt uncomfortable or awkward even with the Zoom barrier. Dr. Sarai carries a real and genuine personality, and it is clear that she cares a lot about her clients."

    -Annie

  • "I had never attended therapy before my sessions with Dr. Sarai and was quite nervous about my potential experience. However, Dr. Sarai made me feel safe and respected at all times. She always seemed to know the right times to let me blurt out my feelings, and when to push back on my own narratives. During our time together, I saw a tangible decline in my anxiety and started noticing myself using coping strategies we had discussed during our sessions in my real life experiences! I cannot thank her enough for all of her support and kindness, and I would not be where I am today without her help."

    -A.G.

  • “Dr. Sarai has done great work with our teen, helping to manage anxiety and related self-confidence issues. Our kid is now looking forward to college with confidence we wouldn’t have been able to imagine just 18 months ago.”

    -J.O.

Getting started

Click the button below to schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation. During the phone consultation we will talk about the challenges you are facing and your goals for therapy. We will also review the flow of sessions and payment. If it’s a good fit, we will schedule your first session. Together, we will create a tailored plan for therapy that works with your schedule and helps you achieve your goals.