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Locations California Therapists Marco Fekrat

Marco Fekrat(He/Him/His)

(He/Him/His)

Psychologist, PsyD

California

Anxiety - Depression- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics- Relationship issues-Self-esteem- Trauma-

See Marco's Details for:

Accepting online

In-network with some insurances

$250

About Specialties Locations Insurance & Fees

Professional statement

Dr. Marco Fekrat is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience working with individuals and couples. Dr. Fekrat's specialties include relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem issues, sexuality and working with the LGBTQ population. Dr. Fekrat's goal is to help you better balance yourself in the present, day to day, and dive deep with you to understand the root cause. Truly effective therapy, in Dr. Fekrat's view, happens when we are ready to look deeply and critically at our current situation, ready to make sustainable, and practical changes.

Dr. Fekrat's work is active and focused. He will actively listen while utilizing direct questioning to fully understand core beliefs. He believes therapy can be both fun and rewarding. His goals are for you to regain better control of your symptoms and achieve your highest level of functioning as quickly as possible.

Message to clients

We’ll work together to help you re-ignite your passions, build healthier relationships, and uncover a more authentic self. I look forward to meeting you via a free phone/video consultation about what it is you see yourself as needing and deciding together if we would be a good fit.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 18 years

Metropolitan State Hospital, Clinical/Forensic Psychologist, 2022 - 2023

Los Angeles County Prison, Clinical/Forensic Psychologist, 2016 - 2021

eHarmony, Relationship Expert, 2013 - 2015

Licensure

California: 30209

Languages

English, German, Farsi

Specialties

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

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges

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

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Treatment approaches

Clientele

Adults (24+)
Couples

Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

Anthem Blue Cross
Health Net
University of California Davis Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
University of California Irvine Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
University of California Los Angeles Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
University of California Merced Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
University of California Riverside Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
University of California San Diego Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
University of California Santa Barbara Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
University of California Santa Cruz Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)

Out-of-pocket fees

Individual sessions:$250 (60min)

Marco Fekrat