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Nilüfer Akman

Psychotherapist Ilayda Akman
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues,

Introduction

Our lives are shaped not only by the people we meet and the communities we grow within, but also by the lands we inhabit, the histories we carry, and the more-than-human world that surrounds us. I hold a deep respect for the balance between understanding the human psyche and honoring the wider relational contexts—family, culture, place, ancestry, and nature—that shape who we are. In our work, we will explore your story together—unraveling its threads, honoring their origins, and weaving them into something that reflects your preferred ways of being. Therapy with me is a collaborative process, walking side by side through life’s challenges while fostering resilience, self-discovery, and belonging. At the heart of my work is a commitment to creating a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and valued—while making room for the many layers of meaning that give life depth. I feel honored to work with individuals and couples across all stages of life. Guided by social justice, cultural humility, and ecological awareness, I strive to offer care that is grounded and responsive to each person’s unique journey. I come from a native Turkish-speaking background and also offer sessions in Turkish.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Licenses

  • LMFTA #MG61565116 (WA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples

Communities

  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • LGBTQIA+

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English
  • Turkish

Payment options

Pay with insurance

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Pay out-of-pocket

  • Individual Sessions $80 - $100
  • Couples Sessions $120 - $150
  • Intake Session $120 - $150

Locations

Video Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Marriage and Family Therapy - San Diego State University
  • Bachelor's Degree, Psychological Science - University of California Irvine

Certifications

  • Couples
  • Families
  • Trauma
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Domestic Violence
  • DBT
  • CBT

Professional Affiliations

  • American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT)

FAQ

Is Nilüfer Akman accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Nilüfer Akman is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Nilüfer Akman offer telehealth appointments? Nilüfer Akman does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Nilüfer Akman specialize in? Nilüfer Akman specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Communication Issues, Couples Counseling, Depression, Domestic Violence, Existential Crisis, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Marital and Premarital, Multicultural Concerns, Perfectionism, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Social Anxiety, Spirituality and Religion, Trauma, Cultural and Systemic Oppression, and Unconscious Bias.
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