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Hassan Abdullah, LMFT

LMFT supporting relationships trauma and life transitions
  • Anxiety and stress support
  • Relationship and family work
  • CBT and mindfulness tools

About Hassan Abdullah

Hassan Abdullah is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with eight years of clinical experience helping people navigate a wide range of emotional, relational, and life-transition challenges. He has worked in inpatient and outpatient community mental health settings as well as in online formats, supporting clients with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, relationship and work-related goals, cultural and familial stress, infidelity, self-esteem and self-care struggles, attachment and communication concerns, systemic issues, trauma and abuse, spirituality matters, and major life transitions.

Born in Bangladesh and raised in the United States after migrating at age five, he brings personal familiarity with cultural adjustment, dual identities, and the pressures many families place on achievement. Those lived experiences - including encounters with bullying, interpersonal violence, and abuse - have shaped his empathic stance and reinforced his commitment to trauma-informed care and stigma reduction. He is particularly motivated to make mental-health support accessible and acceptable for communities that have often been underserved.

Hassan practices in an integrative, client-centered way and draws from evidence-based methods such as Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy. His sessions balance structure and flexibility: initial meetings focus on assessment and rapport, ongoing work tracks progress and barriers, and regular feedback helps tailor treatment. He emphasizes collaboration, respect for each client s expertise in their own life, and practical steps toward greater clarity, balance, and emotional well-being.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Hassan Abdullah have?

Hassan Abdullah has 8 years of experience working with diverse clients in inpatient, outpatient, and online settings.

Is Hassan Abdullah a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 146554.

In which languages does Hassan Abdullah provide therapy?

Hassan provides therapy in English.

Where is Hassan Abdullah located?

Hassan is located in California.

How can I work with Hassan Abdullah as my therapist?

You can work with Hassan Abdullah through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Hassan Abdullah work with international clients?

Hassan Abdullah does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Hassan Abdullah cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the Start Therapy button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the Start Therapy button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care



Hassan draws on Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to inform his online work. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns and helps clients build more secure connections and repair ruptures in relationships. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and a nonjudgmental stance so clients can reflect, find their own answers, and feel heard. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and learning practical strategies to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Hassan collaborates with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts pace, structure, and techniques as work unfolds so therapy remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy lives, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations. These options support consistent engagement and make it simpler to apply therapeutic tools between sessions.

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