Amini Psychology

Dr. Bahaur Amini

Psychotherapy

Dr. Bahaur Amini is a licensed psychologist offering a range of services to meet the diverse needs of her clients. She provides individual, couples, family, and group therapy to adolescents and adults via telehealth across the state of California. Telehealth allows individuals to find a comfortable, convenient, and private space for therapy sessions as well as access to therapists like Dr. Amini by reducing geographic limitations.

Dr. Amini earned her Ph.D in Counseling Psychology. She has experience providing psychotherapy, consultation, outreach, and supervision services across various settings. She has extensive experience working with students, young adults, and high level executives and leaders.

Specialties

Dr. Amini specializes in working with issues related to relationships, family, identity, stress, life transitions, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, grief and loss, cultural concerns, and improving one’s well-being. She is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest research and techniques in the field of psychology.

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Education & Credentials

Dr. Amini received her Master of Science degree in Clinical/Counseling Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family followed by a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. She is currently practicing as a Licensed Psychologist in California and will soon be licensed in New York and offering services via telehealth.

Keep scrolling for more details about Dr. Amini's education and leadership experiences.

Therapy Approach

Multicultural, Trauma Informed, Strengths-Based, Psychodynamic, & Systemic Theory Driven

Dr. Amini’s approach to therapy is grounded in multicultural, strengths-based, psychodynamic, attachment, and systemic theories. In her work with clients, she considers the whole person, their past, and their environment. She shapes her approach based on culture, identity, and client goals. Her style can be described as relational, trauma-sensitive, emotion focused, creative, and exploratory.

As a relational therapist, she recognizes that connection, trust and understanding are foundational for growth. She helps clients understand their relationships, roadblocks, and what they can do to create change. Her specialized training in trauma-informed therapy increases her awareness that a person's previous trauma/experiences can show up in unexpected and unusual ways. Whether they desire to heal from past traumas, more deeply understand who they are, or strengthen their connections with others, she can help.

In addition to her specialized clinical training in working with BIPOC clients, Her research, leadership, and advocacy efforts are focused on amplifying the voices of underrepresented communities. Through her active engagement in these areas, she continually enhances her understanding of the challenges and strengths within these communities in personal and professional settings, and integrates this deepened awareness into her clinical practice.

She is cognizant of her client's intersecting identities, unique needs and circumstances and tailors her approach in therapy to consider these factors.

Most importantly, she prioritizes providing a comfortable, accepting, collaborative, and empowering environment for clients as she joins them in their journey towards change. Dr. Amini is passionate about her work and is dedicated to assisting clients identify their challenges and build confidence in their ability to manage the distress in their life while finding healing and growth.

Training/Education and Speaking Engagements

"In therapy, diversity is not a checkbox; it's the heartbeat of understanding." - Melanie Tervalon

In addition to my clinical practice, I offer professional development workshops and private training sessions for trainees and professionals looking to enhance their skills and knowledge in mental health with a strong emphasis on diversity. I have over 5 years of experience providing trainings to community mental health clinics, university counseling centers, private practice's, and community organizations on diversity and inclusion-related topics.

I also offer interactive and experiential speaking engagements on various mental health topics. Whether it's a conference, workshop, or seminar, I deliver engaging and informative presentations that connect with your audience.

Presentation/Didactic Examples:

Exploring Counseling Psychology as a Graduate Program
Culturally Responsive Therapy with Middle Eastern Clients
Iranian Americans: Background and Clinical Considerations
Multicultural Considerations in Ethics in Counseling Psychology
Embrace Your Unique Self: Navigating Body Image in Middle School

Additionally, I have facilitated many support spaces and affinity groups for Arab/MENA or BIPOC individuals at work, academic, and training settings.

Trainings and presentations are tailored to each organizations’ specific needs and goals. To find out more about what I can offer and pricing please send a message using the contact form.

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Education

Licensed Psychologist in California, PSY34375

Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Kansas

Doctoral Dissertation: Second Generation Iranian American Wellbeing

Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Counseling Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy Track, from CSUSB

Honors & Awards

Distinguished Contribution to Psychological Service or Practice 2023

The American Arab, Middle Eastern, and North African Psychological Association (AMENA-Psy)

SAS Dedication to Social Justice and Liberation in Counseling Psychology 2020

Division 17 (Counseling Psychology)

Leadership & Service

Member-at-Large - Arab/Middle Eastern American Slate (Elected for 2023-2025 Term)

Society for the Psychological Study of Culture, Ethnicity, and Race (APA Division 45)

Membership Chair

The American Arab, Middle Eastern, and North African Psychological Association (AMENA-Psy)

Student Member-at-Large (Elected for 2020/2021 Term)

AMENA-Psy

Diversity Chair

KU Counseling Psychology PhD Program

Journal Manuscript Reviewer

Cultural Diversity & Ethnic Minority Psychology
The Counseling Psychologist
Journal of Divorce and Remarriage

AMENA-Psy Conference Co-Chair 2021

Publications

BOOK CHAPTER

Hansen, D., Bretl, B., & Amini, B. (2019). Adolescent Development in Context: Social, Psychological, and Neurological Foundations. University of Kansas Libraries.

ACADEMIC JOURNAL MANUSCRIPTS

Awad, G., Ikizler, A., Abdel Salam, L., Kia-Keating, M., Amini, B., & El-Ghoroury, N. (2021).

Foundations for an Arab/MENA psychology. Journal of Humanistic Psychology.

Amini, B., Raheel, O., Exum, A., & Fazzino, T. L. (2021). Mental health of Iranian immigrants and their descendants: A review. Professional Psychology: Research and Practice. Advance online publication.

Amini, B., Badiee, M., & Davari-Dhariwal, J. (2024). Iranian Children’s Adjustment to Parental Divorce. Family Transitions.

Amini, B. (manuscript in preparation). Well-being among second generation Iranian Americans: A qualitative study.

Licensed Psychologist, Educator, and Speaker