Mitra Rashidian holds a Masters Degree in Counseling, with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Northridge, Department of Educational Psychology. She is currently a Ph.D. student in the field of Counseling at the University of New England, School of Health, in Australia. She is a renowned international speaker, and has made numerous presentations on a variety of mental health, social/clinical topics in the United States, in Canada, and in Australian academic settings. She has been published in the Journal of Australian College of Educators.

Ms. Rashidian has also lectured in a variety of solo T.V. and radio talk shows on topics such as effective parenting, domestic violence, abuse, addictions, and especially female sexuality, her main specialty area. She has an eclectic mix of academic and clinical experiences which includes individual and relationship therapy, academic research, teaching, and clinical/psych administration. She has worked in a variety of settings including community mental health centers, college campuses, non-profit organizations, In-patient/Out-patient medical and Psych facilities, and crisis hotlines. In 2006, she started her private practice under the supervision of Dr. Robert B. Jaffe. In addition she has also developed a coaching practice where she helps people in all walks of life.

She holds a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering and is also an artist (http://members.aol.com/shahrzady/) specializing in oil paintings. She has participated in art shows locally, and her art work has been published in both national and international magazines. Her diverse clinical, academic, professional, and artistic experiences and studies have given her the highest quality clinical skills for problem solving and personal growth. In addition, she has worked with diverse ethnic groups, and has developed a high level of awareness of the need for greater understanding between people of all cultures and backgrounds. One of her prime interests is in the treatment of dysfunctional female sexual problems.

Having come from a Persian background, she is especially aware of the prejudice and power inequalities between men and women. These issues often lead to feelings of depression, anxiety, and addictions of all kinds, especially, eating disorders. She is highly motivated to help people to resolve these issues, and in the process raise their self-esteem.

She believes that when one’s feelings of self-worth increase, this creates a higher quality of life for both the individual and for the countless others that this person’s life will touch. For more information or to schedule an appointment with Mitra Rashidian, please click here or call (818) 745-1014 or (818) 906-7079.

Mitra has been a member of the following professional organization in good standing since 2000 ::

Mitra Rashidian has made the following publication, presentations and media appearances:

PUBLICATION

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PRESENTATIONS

University of New England, Armidale, Australia. Bridging The Gap Between Ideas and Doing Research. 2nd Annual Postgraduate Research Conference 2-6 July 2007. “Understanding Sexual Selves of Iranian-American Women”.

American Counseling Annual Convention, Detroit, Michigan, March 21-25, 2007. “Gender Roles and Power Dynamics: Counseling Strategies for Working with Iranian-American Women.

Western Association for Counselor Education and Supervision Seminar: Counseling and Wellness in a Land of Plenty. November 2006, Las Vegas, Nevada. “Art Therapy and Severely and Persistence Mentally Ill Patients”.

2006 American Counseling Association, Canadian Counseling Association Annual convention In Montreal, Canada, (main presenter), Education Session. “Understanding the Sexual Selves of Middle Eastern-American Women”.

University of New England, Armidale, Australia, Post Graduate Research, 2005. “The Influence of Culture on Sexual Responses of Middle Eastern Women.

California State University, Northridge, Department of Communication Disorders and Sciences, 2004. Workshop lecture: “The Dynamics of Dealing with Stroke Related Speech Impairment Resulting in Depression, and Relevant Available Therapeutic Intervention”. Experiential activity to enhance speech communication.

California State University, Northridge, Department of Educational Psychology, 2002. “Terror, Justice and Revenge - An International View”, California State University, Northridge.

MEDIA

Mitra Rashidian has made the following media appearances: MEDIA

2007 Tehran International Weekly Magazine

2007 Omid International T.V., L.A. - International Refugee Day.
Educational & psychological program for refugees involved in addictions & abuse..

2005 Eastern Woman (International magazine) - Psychology/Art

2004 KIRN 670 AM Radio, Los Angeles - Counseling

2002 Jam-E-Jam International T.V., L.A. - Counseling

2002 KIRN 670 AM Radio, Los Angeles - Counseling

2001 Iran-Va-Jahan T.V., Los Angeles - Counseling