In-Person in Calabasas, CA 91302
Online in California
Sometimes life can look great on the outside, but inside, something just feels off. You might feel a little disconnected, uncertain about your future, or like something is missing, even if everything seems fine to others.
Therapy gives you a space to slow down, check in with yourself, and figure out what really matters. It’s a chance to reflect on what’s going on in your life, get clear on what you want, and find your way forward - without all the pressure. Whether you’re navigating some tough questions or just need someone to talk to, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and find more balance.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Developmental Therapy Looks at how childhood and developmental experiences affect current challenges. It aims to repair unmet needs and foster healthy growth.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Object Relations Therapy Focuses on how early caregiver relationships shape current relationships. It aims to improve patterns of attachment and trust.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Approach Description: I don’t see therapy as “fixing” anyone. My goal is to help you make sense of what’s going on inside, notice patterns that might be holding you back, and make choices that feel more in line with who you really are. Over time, this work can help lift some of the emotional weight, strengthen your sense of self, and support you in creating a life that feels more balanced, authentic, and sustainable.
I’m not an expert on your life - you are. I’m here as a partner who listens, respects your autonomy, and makes sure you feel truly heard. I offer brief, open-ended therapy and would love to connect if you’d like to explore whether this might be a good fit. Feel free to reach out to learn more or set up a complimentary consultation, I’d be happy to hear from you.
Education & Credentials
Guzel Safina MA, MS, NCC, LMFT
- Female
- License # LMFT 154832
- Licensed in California
- Practicing Since 2020
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Master of Arts in Educational Psychology, Master of Science in Clinical Psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee Individual session -$190; Couples session-$220
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I’m happy to provide you with a superbill, which you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.
- Out of Network
Guzel Safina Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Calabasas, CA 91302
- Available Online for residents of California
I approach everyone as individuals, with complex lives and life experiences.