Last edited 01/30/2023
Shay Azarafza LCSW
She / Her / Hers
General Office Hours
In Eastern Time
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Learn more about my:
Identity
Gender
Woman, CisgenderEthnicity
Middle Eastern/North AfricanSexuality
HeterosexualGroup Identities
BIPOCOther Identities
Living with Anxiety, Living with a disability, Living with a chronic disease, Millennial, Immigrant / 1st Generation AmericanSpecialties
Abuse/Survivors of abuse
Adolescent mental health
Codependency
Communication issues
Phobias & fears
General Expertise
Depression
Anxiety
Work Stress
Relationship Issues
Loss/Grief
Self-Esteem
Race & Cultural Identity
Social Anxiety
In-Network Insurance
Aetna
Cigna
UMR
UnitedHealthCare (UHC)
Health Net
Optum
Oscar Health
Fees
| First Session | $190 |
| Family Therapy | $175 |
| Individual Therapy | $125 |
| Marriage & Couples Counseling | $150 |
| Group Therapy | $250 |
Types of Therapy
Family Therapy
Individual Therapy
Marriage & Couples Counseling
Group Therapy
Clientele
Young Adults (18-24)
Adults (25-65)
Adolescents (13-17)
Treatment Approaches / Modalities
Mindfulness Practices
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Training / Certifications
C-DBT
Licensure
- California, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 101928
Education
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Master of Arts, Clinical Psychology, 2021
San Diego State University, Master of Arts, Clinical Social Worker, 2017
UC San Diego, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, 2014
Work History
November 2014-June 2015 Independence Facilitator - Special Education Las Flores Middle School Capistrano Unified School District, Las Flores, CA August 2015-June 2017 Case Assistant III/Resident Assistant The Salvation Army's Door of Hope Home San Diego, CA September 2017- March 2018 Mental Health Therapist Adolescent - Co-Occuring Residential and Outpatient Social Model Recovery Systems, Inc., Orange, CA September 2018-December 2018 Mental Health Therapist, Adults - Outpatient UPAC - New Leaf, Oceanside, CA January 2019-March 2019 Program Therapist Inspire Health Centers/Life Vessel Treatment, Mission Viejo, CA Adolescents and Adults - Detox & Residential September 2019-August 2021 Associate Therapist - Private Practice Inner Wisdom Psychotherapy Associates, Inc., Huntington Beach, CA Adolescents, Young Adults, Family & Adults - Outpatient July 2020-July 2021 Doctoral Practicum Student Extern: ASPIRE & SolMar Hoag Hospital, Newport Beach & Irvine, CA Adolescents, Young Adults, Family & Adults - Mental Health & Co-Occuring - Outpatient, Residential, PHP August 2021-Present Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Licensed Psychotherapist Shahrzad Azarafza Psychotherapy & Full Circle Wellness Collective, Inc., Irvine, CA Children & Adolescents, Family, Couples & Adults - Outpatient May 2022-October 2022 Adolescent Mental Health & Wellness Clinician Providence Mission Laguna Beach - ASPIRE & Co-Occuring IOP/PHP Adolescents, Young Adults, Family & Adults
Office at 2575 McCabe Way Suite 230, Irvine, CA
Frequently Asked Questions About Shay Azarafza, LCSW
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy. Shay Azarafza, LCSW, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Shay Azarafza accepting new clients?
Yes, Shay Azarafza is accepting new clients for in-person appointments at 2575 McCabe Way Suite 230, Irvine, CA, 92614.
Does Shay Azarafza accept insurance?
Yes, Shay Azarafza accepts insurance, including Aetna, Cigna, Health Net, Optum, Oscar Health, UMR and UnitedHealthCare (UHC).
What types of therapy does Shay Azarafza offer?
Shay Azarafza offers therapy for couples, families, groups and individuals.
Does Shay Azarafza offer in-person appointments?
Yes, Shay Azarafza offers in-person appointments at 2575 McCabe Way Suite 230, Irvine, CA, 92614.
Does Shay Azarafza offer online therapy?
No, but people can book in-person appointments with Shay Azarafza at 2575 McCabe Way Suite 230, Irvine, CA, 92614.
How quickly can I see Shay Azarafza?
Shay Azarafza typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Shay Azarafza speak?
Shay Azarafza conducts therapy sessions in English and Persian.
Can I book an appointment with Shay Azarafza online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Shay Azarafza online using Choosing Therapy’s directory.