Aanya Singhal, AMFT
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT #163688, California)
Employed and Supervised by David F. Khalili, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Integrative therapy for trauma, relationships, and self-worth
Whether you're working through past trauma, navigating a relationship, or trying to feel more at home in yourself, I’ll meet you right where you are. My approach is collaborative, holistic, and tailored to you–not a one-size-fits-all method.
As a humanistic therapist, I believe you are doing the best you can given your circumstances and have what is needed to work towards your goals. My role is to help you uncover that inner resilience through creating a safe space to explore emotions, process experiences, and learn practical tools.
MY APPROACH
I am warm, straightforward, trauma-informed, and deeply committed to cultural humility. I move at your pace and also offer healthy challenges to spark meaningful growth. My work is inclusive and evidence-based.
My Framework:
Integrative Systemic Therapy (IST): I use the Integrative Systemic Therapy framework, an evidence-based approach developed by researchers at Northwestern University. IST means your therapy is specifically customized to your unique lived experience and various identities rather than following a singular model or approach.
I draw from a wide range of modalities, including:
Narrative Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy
EMDR (trauma)
Attachment-Based Therapy
The Gottman Method (couples/ relationships)
Somatic approaches
Solution-Focused Therapy
Affirming, Identity-Centered Care: I welcome diversity and provide affirming care for BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and neurodiverse individuals. Additionally, if a religious or spiritual lens is meaningful to you, we can integrate it into our work.
Trauma-Informed Approach: I am trauma informed, with specific training in EMDR to support deep, lasting healing.
WHO I WORK WITH
I work with individuals and couples navigating:
Relationship or marriage challenges, including multi-heritage dynamics
Trauma or PTSD (including childhood and sexual trauma)
Self-love, identity exploration, and personal growth
Sexual health, sexuality, intimacy, and sexual dysfunction
General women's issues, women’s sexual health, and life transitions
Relationships and young adults
Services offered both in person and via telehealth.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Process Together (using the IST Blueprint):
Hypothesizing: We build rapport and explore presenting concerns and life experience through assessment, so we can define together what's going on and why.
Planning: I identify the integrative approach of therapeutic models and interventions best suited to your unique goals.
Conversing and Practicing: We put those interventions into action through targeted questions, reflections, and practical exercises.
Feedback: We reflect on what's working (and what isn’t) to adapt our work as you grow.
ABOUT ME
Before graduate school, my background was rooted in neurobiology, research, and the medical field–including time assisting with sexual health and female reproductive health. I draw from these experiences to address mental health holistically.
Education & Credentials:
MA in Marriage and Family Therapy, Northwestern University (2026)
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT #163688, California)
Employed and Supervised by Licensed Therapist, David F Khalili, LMFT
Training & Certifications:
Trained in EMDR through Thrive Trainings and Publications (EMDRIA approved)
Trained in the Integrative Systemic Therapy framework through Northwestern University
A LITTLE ABOUT ME
What I'm like: outgoing, approachable, and inclusive. Some of the values most important to me include empathy, love, integrity, authenticity, adventure, and loyalty.
I’ve solo traveled to 9 countries
I am a second degree black belt in Taekwondo
I am deeply inspired by my grandmother’s sister, an advocate and changemaker for transgender healthcare and voting rights in India. I aim to support various identities and communities in my own work.
FEES & INSURANCE
Session Rates
50-minute sessions: $190
75-minute sessions: $235
Insurance: I accept Optum and United Healthcare insurance plans.
For other insurance plans, I'm out of network but can provide superbills for you to submit for potential reimbursement.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Integrative Systemic Therapy? It's an evidence-based framework developed by researchers at Northwestern University that customizes therapy to your specific needs instead of applying a one-size-fits-all model. It helps intentionally select the best tools and interventions for your healing.
Do you work with couples? Yes! I work with clients navigating various relationship and marriage challenges, including intimacy and sexual dysfunction concerns (eg. desire discrepancy, performance anxiety, pain, etc.). Furthermore, some other areas I support include multi-heritage couples, effective communication/ boundary setting, premarital counseling, and family planning/ fertility.
Are you EMDR trained and what is EMDR? I've completed EMDR training and consultation through an EMDRIA-approved program. EMDR uses bilateral stimulation usually through eye-movement or guided self tapping to help the brain process and heal from distressing or traumatic life events.