Kamal  Ahmed
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Kamal Ahmed

He/Him/His

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT Specialties Insurance & Fees Locations
California Accepting Online
Updated January 12, 2024

Specialties & Expertise

  • Adolescent mental health
  • College & graduate student mental health
  • Men's health
  • Anxiety
  • Relationship issues
  • Family issues

Professional statement

Kamal Ahmed LMFT is a holistic psychotherapist in the Sacramento are who provides support for teens, young adults, college students, and men who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and motivation.

Kamal is a Certified Brainspotting therapist who also uses interventions and knowledge from Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and attachment theory so his clients better understand why they are feeling stuck and learn effective ways on getting unstuck. He aims to help people develop more self-awareness and self-acceptance by teaching them practical tools, such as self-regulation and healthy social skills so they can handle life’s challenges with more confidence and ease.

As an avid athlete, Kamal brings with him a coaching edge to his sessions which helps his clients stay focused on their goals so they can get the results they’re looking for. He is strength-based and solution focused and is interactive during sessions. He deeply enjoys teaching his clients how to claim, express, and live their truths.


Message to clients

Congratulations on taking the next step in improving your life. You might be feeling stuck or uncertain about what you want your future to look like. Or you may be feeling stuck with a relationship. Either way, together we can work on getting you more clarity and skills that can help you get the life you know you deserve.


Specialties

Adolescent mental health - Working with adolescents, teenagers, and parents on social, academic, and/or emotional challenges throughout teenage years; addressing anxiety, family conflicts, peer relationships, school stress, transition to college, social media pressures, self-esteem, hopelessness about the future, emotional dysregulation

College & graduate student mental health - Specialized strategies for common issues of young adulthood, including school and career stressors, support around healthy relationships, existential concerns, drug or alcohol issues, eating disorders, and anxiety and/or depression

Men's health - Expertise in working with adult men; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges and promote physical and mental health

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Family issues - Promoting communication and supporting family members to address challenges and reduce conflict and distress




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

  • Aetna

Kamal Ahmed is accepting clients using listed insurances, paying listed fees, or using health insurance out-of-network benefits other than:

  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • Loyola Marymount University Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • Pomona College Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • University of Southern California Student Health Insurance (Aetna)


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $185 (50min)
  • Sliding scale: $165 - $185
  • Initial session: $165 (50min)
  • Couples sessions: $200 (90min)
  • Family sessions: $200 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • PayPal
  • Venmo
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • As needed

Location(s)

Online Sessions (California)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 11:00-5:00pm
  • Tue 11:00-5:00pm
  • Wed 11:00-5:00pm
  • Thu Closed
  • Fri Closed
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun 9:00am-4:00pm

Work and Education

Private practice, 2019 - Present
County of Santa Clara, 2019 - Present

Sofia University, MACP, 2013
San Jose State University, BA, 2012


Licensure

California: LMFT112428


Languages

English


Client testimonials

"We feel lucky to have found Kamal for support. We enjoy his gentle and direct approach."
- Zencare client • December 2022
"Brief but informative call. Thank you!"
- Zencare client • November 2022