Therapy for Individuals and Couples in San Diego
Evidence-based support for anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges
Our Professional Services
In-person or Video Available
Offering individual therapy in San Diego for adults and adolescents seeking support with depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, and personal growth. We provide a supportive space to build insight, develop coping tools, and move toward greater emotional balance and confidence.
Offering couples therapy in San Diego to help partners strengthen their communication, rebuild trust, and navigate challenges together. Whether navigating conflict, disconnection, or major life transitions, we support couples in creating healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Providing family therapy in San Diego to support healthier dynamics, stronger bonds, and emotional balance at home. We work with families navigating parenting challenges, blended family transitions, and relational stress to foster connection, clarity, and collaboration at home.
A Team Dedicated to Your Personalized Care
We are a compassionate team here to help guide you towards personalized care and meaningful support.
Farnaz Safaei, LMFT
Sydney Walla, APCC
Carmelina Infantino, Intake Coordinator
Our Area of Specialization
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![Therapy for anxiety in San Diego helping with excessive worry, panic attacks, stress management and emotional regulation.]()
Anxiety Therapy
Excessive worry or racing thoughts
Panic attacks or anxiety symptoms
Stress from work, relationships, or transitions
Difficulty relaxing or feeling constantly on edge
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![Releationship Counseling in San Diego supporting couples with communication issues, conflict resolution, and emotional connection.]()
Relationship Counseling
Ongoing conflict or repeated arguments
Communication breakdowns
Emotional distance or disconnection
Trust or intimacy concerns
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![Depression therapy in San Diego helping individuals cope with low mood, burnout, hopelessness and loss of motivation.]()
Depression Therapy
Low mood or loss of motivation
Burnout or emotional exhaustion
Feeling stuck, numb, or hopeless
Difficulty finding joy or meaning in life
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![Affair recovery in San Diego focused on healing after infidelity, rebuilding trust, and restoring emotional safety.]()
Affair Recovery
Healing after betrayal or infidelity
Rebuilding trust & emotional safety
Navigating forgiveness & accountability
Repairing relational injuries
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![Family theray and parenting support in San Diego helping families navigate conflict, life transitions, and strengthening relationships.]()
Family & Parenting Support
Parenting stress or overwhelm
Blended family dynamics
Supporting children through emotional challenges
Family transitions or life changes
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![Adolescent therapy in San Diego supporting teens with anxiety, mood changes, school stress, and emotional development.]()
Teens & Adolescents Therapy
Anxiety or mood changes
School-related stress & pressure
Family conflict or communication issues
Support through developmental stages
Now offering Intensive Couples Retreat
Deepen your connection in just one weekend! This private, customized couples therapy intensive is designed to help you and your partner work through challenges, strengthen communication, and rebuild trust. Ideal for couples seeking focused support without the long wait between weekly sessions.
Meet the Founder
Based in San Diego and offering online therapy throughout California, Novara Counseling is led by Farnaz Safaei, LMFT, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in working with couples using the Gottman method.
She also supports individuals navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and self-esteem concerns.
At Novara, we provide a warm, collaborative space where you can safely explore challenges like anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, and the complexities of relationships and life changes. We offer in-person sessions in San Diego and online therapy sessions throughout California, making support accessible wherever you are.
Farnaz offers therapy in both English and Farsi to make support more accessible and affirming for a diverse community.
Voted Best Mental Health Service in 2025
“Highly recommend! Extremely compassionate, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in their clients’ growth.”
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Thank you to our clients and community for your trust!
Contact Us
Taking the first step can feel overwhelming — we are here to make it simple.
Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Novara Counseling is an out-of-network provider. We do not bill insurance directly; however, we can provide a superbill (an electronic invoice from us) and you can submit the superbill to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement. We encourage you to fill out your insurance information on our insurance page to check your benefits! Learn more
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In our brief phone consultation, it’s just a chance to answer any questions you have regarding our services and see if we’re a good fit. You should expect questions such as:
What is bringing you in?
Have you done therapy before?
Do you have any questions about Novara Counseling, our approaches, session fee, etc…?
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Yes, we offer both in-person and virtual sessions!
At Novara Counseling, we understand that everyone’s needs and schedules are different, so we offer flexible options to ensure therapy remains accessible to you.