Therapist profile
Zoya Raysberg-Bellman, LMFT
California
Licensed LMFT - Anger and Relationships
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- CredentialsLMFT
- LicenseLMFT, California / 47371
- NPI1457487761
- Experience22 years
- LanguagesEnglish, Russian
- LocationCalifornia
About
- Stress and anxiety
- Communication problems
- Anger management
About Zoya
Zoya Raysberg-Bellman is a California licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 22 years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, anger, depression, and coping with life changes. She speaks English and Russian and practices in California.
Zoya encourages direct, practical work in sessions. She asks clients to be present and to keep appointments so progress can continue session to session. She also asks clients to message with non-emergency questions or to cancel or reschedule when needed.
Her approach is straightforward. She creates space for clients to say what they really think and feel. Conversations include looking at patterns such as communication problems, control issues, impulsivity, and attachment struggles. Work may also address feelings of guilt, shame, isolation, or anger that builds up over time.
She helps people notice what keeps old reactions alive and then practice different responses. That can include addressing panic attacks, mood shifts, body image concerns, or problems that arise during divorce and separation. The focus is on practical steps clients can use between sessions.
Zoya values reliability and clear communication. She expects the same commitment from clients that she brings to appointments. That structure is part of how she helps people get steadier when stress, resentment, or strong emotions show up.
How sessions work
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques often used in this kind of work include interventions that help people change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. One approach focuses on noticing automatic reactions and testing new, calmer responses; it is useful for managing anger, panic attacks, and mood shifts. Another approach looks at patterns in relationships and attachment to understand why certain conflicts and communication problems repeat, which can help with resentment and isolation.Finding the right approach is part of the process rather than a one-time decision. The therapist will work collaboratively with the client to identify which methods fit their goals and preferences, then adjust the plan as progress is tracked. Clients are invited to give feedback and try different techniques until something feels practical and sustainable.
Specific session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time to and from appointments. These practical benefits help people maintain consistency while they practice new ways of responding to anger and stress.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Russian
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, anger, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related topics like attachment, impulsivity, and guilt.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is direct and practical, focusing on clear conversation and steps clients can practice between sessions.
How many years has she been practicing?
She has 22 years of professional work experience as a clinician.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is an LMFT licensed in California and practices there.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Russian.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what about cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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