Business Details
8 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Los Altos
Effective Therapy has been dedicated to improving mental well-being since 2018, offering evidence-based therapeutic solutions for individuals, couples, and families. Our practice is built on over a decade of clinical experience, utilizing research-supported modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and emotionally focused couple therapy. We specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship conflicts, and life transition challenges through an active therapeutic approach that emphasizes psychological flexibility and behavioral change. Our methodology combines comprehensive assessments with personalized treatment plans, guiding clients through structured steps to achieve meaningful life improvements. We maintain strict adherence to ethical standards and professional licensure requirements while fostering a supportive environment for clients to explore emotional barriers.Our team's expertise extends to mindfulness interventions, brief strategic family therapy, and experiential exercises designed to enhance emotional resilience. We prioritize measurable outcomes through collaborative goal-setting and continuous progress monitoring, ensuring clients develop sustainable coping strategies. Our practice philosophy recognizes the interconnectedness of mental health with physical well-being and social relationships, addressing these dimensions holistically. We maintain transparent communication throughout the therapeutic process while respecting client confidentiality and autonomy. Our commitment to professional development ensures ongoing integration of the latest clinical research into our treatment approaches.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couple Therapy
Family Therapy
Anxiety Group
Parenting Skills Training
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We offer evidence-based therapies tailored to individual needs
- Our approach focuses on rapid behavioral changes through psychological flexibility
- We utilize multiple research-supported treatment modalities
- Our therapist maintains active professional licensure and continuing education
- We provide comprehensive assessments with personalized treatment roadmaps
Associations and certifications
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA)
Services
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy addresses emotional struggles like anxiety, depression, and trauma through evidence-based techniques. We help clients develop psychological flexibility and break negative behavioral patterns. Our approach combines goal-setting with step-by-step implementation coaching to achieve lasting personal growth.
Couple Therapy
Couple therapy improves relationship satisfaction by addressing communication issues and emotional disconnects. We use comprehensive assessments to identify relationship strengths and challenges. Our active approach helps partners break destructive patterns and develop healthier interaction strategies through collaborative goal-setting.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses behavioral patterns within family systems using evidence-based interventions. We help families understand how interactions reinforce behaviors and develop healthier communication strategies. Our approach combines mindfulness exercises with practical problem-solving techniques to improve family dynamics and resolve conflicts.
Anxiety Group
Our anxiety group uses mindfulness and acceptance exercises to improve psychological flexibility. Participants learn to manage anxiety symptoms while pursuing meaningful life goals. The program focuses on developing practical coping strategies through group support and evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Parenting Skills Training
Parenting skills training addresses modern family challenges through evidence-based strategies. We help parents understand child behavior patterns and develop effective discipline approaches. The program focuses on improving parent-child communication and fostering mutual responsibility in democratic family systems.
People
Ziba Taghipour
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Ziba Taghipour is a licensed therapist with over a decade of experience in evidence-based mental health treatment. She specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and emotionally focused couple therapy. Her practice focuses on helping clients achieve meaningful behavioral changes through psychological flexibility and structured goal implementation.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We use evidence-based modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, emotionally focused couple therapy, and mindfulness interventions tailored to individual client needs.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as an out-of-network provider and provide documentation for potential insurance reimbursement. Please contact your insurance company to verify mental health coverage details.
What are your session fees?
Therapy session fees vary based on service type and duration. Please contact our office directly for current pricing information and available payment options.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard individual therapy sessions last 50 minutes, while couple and family sessions typically run 80 minutes. Session length may vary based on specific treatment needs and goals.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 24 hours advance notice for appointment cancellations to avoid full session charges. Please contact our office as soon as possible if you need to reschedule.
Are telehealth options available?
We offer secure online therapy sessions for clients who prefer remote access. Please inquire about telehealth availability when scheduling your initial appointment.
