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Randy Farhi

Randy Farhi, LCSW

Therapist in California

Experienced LCSW for depression and trauma

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  • 25 years experience
  • Compassionate care
  • Individual focus

About Randy

Randy Farhi is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing depression, addiction, relationship struggles, trauma, and intimacy-related concerns. She works with clients who are also dealing with issues like hoarding, infidelity, postpartum depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder, and first responder stress. Randy emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every conversation.

She draws on 25 years of professional experience to tailor conversations and plans to each person. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings. Randy aims to help clients build clearer patterns and safer choices over time.

Randy keeps the process straightforward. She listens first, then helps set small, achievable goals. The work can include talking through past hurts, learning new ways to cope with urges, and practicing communication skills for strained relationships.

Her approach centers on collaboration. Clients shape the agenda, and Randy adapts methods to fit their needs and pace. She encourages people to notice what helps and to adjust the plan if something isn’t working.

Randy practices in California and offers therapy in English. She supports people who are ready to take steps toward change and wants to make those first steps feel manageable and hopeful.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

Evidence-based techniques and online support

Randy uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work on depression, trauma, and relationship concerns. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful patterns in thinking and behavior and replacing them with more helpful alternatives; this helps with low mood, repetitive negative thoughts, and difficulties in daily routines. Another approach emphasizes processing past hurt and building safety in relationships by naming triggers, practicing new responses, and rehearsing communication skills in session.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy process. Randy will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals, comfort level, and pace. She adjusts methods over time based on what helps and what doesn’t, so the plan evolves with progress.

The biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can help fit care into busy lives by reducing travel, allowing sessions during a lunch break, or offering shorter check-ins when a full session is harder to schedule. It also lets people work with licensed professionals from their own region while keeping appointments easier to manage around work and family demands.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Randy help with?

She supports people dealing with depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, plus related concerns like hoarding, infidelity, postpartum depression, SAD, and first responder stress.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Randy takes a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate approach. She listens first, then works collaboratively to set practical goals and tailor the plan to each person.

What is her clinical background?

She has 25 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

Randy is an LCSW licensed in California and practices in that state.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are session formats arranged?

The original biography does not list session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How does cost and scheduling work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to availability.

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