Real, judgement-free therapy whenever you’re ready to start.
SCV Counseling Center pairs you with a licensed therapist who fits your needs, your insurance, and your schedule. 40 clinicians across Valencia, Woodland Hills, Lancaster, and statewide telehealth. Most clients are seen within a week.
Get matched with a therapist
Tell us a bit about you. We’ll call back at your preferred time.
Insurance & Payment
We accept Medi-Cal and most major insurance plans.
One of the few private practices in the area that accepts Medi-Cal alongside commercial plans. Self-pay rates start at $150 with associate therapists.
Please note: we do not accept Kaiser. Coverage details verified during your intake call.
A warm, professional space
Therapy that feels like a conversation, not a clinic.
Bright, private rooms across our Valencia, Woodland Hills, and Lancaster offices — plus secure telehealth from wherever you are.
Photos depict the type of environment and care provided at SCV Counseling Center.
What we treat
Therapy that meets you where you are.
From everyday anxiety to court-ordered programs and reunification work, our clinicians use evidence-based methods (EFT, Gottman, CBT, trauma-informed care) tailored to what you actually need.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one support for anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, trauma, and self-esteem. Personalized treatment plans with measurable goals.
Couples & Marriage Therapy
EFT and Gottman-trained couples therapists. Repair communication, rebuild trust, and reconnect. Dr. Karimi’s 75-minute marriage intensives also available.
Court-Ordered Services
Court-approved anger management, parenting classes, co-parenting, and reunification therapy. Full documentation and progress letters provided.
Anger Management
Court-approved curriculum with weekly group and individual options. Certificates of completion accepted by Los Angeles, Ventura, and Kern County courts.
Reunification Therapy
Structured, trauma-informed reunification work for separated parents and children. Court-approved framework that prioritizes the child’s pace and safety.
Kids & Teens Therapy
Child and adolescent therapy for anxiety, school issues, divorce adjustment, behavioral concerns, and family conflict. Play-based for younger clients.
Family Therapy
Help your family communicate better, resolve conflicts, and rebuild bonds. Sessions tailored for blended families, multi-generational households, and post-divorce dynamics.
Telehealth (Statewide)
Secure video therapy with the same licensed clinicians, available anywhere in California. Ideal for busy schedules, parents, or rural clients.
Men’s Empowerment Group
Dr. Karimi’s 12-week Alpha Ascend program. Twice-weekly group focused on emotional regulation, accountability, and personal growth. Insurance often covers it.
Court-Approved Programs
Court-ordered therapy, handled with care and professionalism.
If a judge has ordered you into anger management, parenting classes, reunification, or family counseling, the wrong program can drag on for months and damage your case. SCV Counseling Center is recognized by courts across Los Angeles, Ventura, and Kern Counties for clear curriculum, prompt reporting, and trauma-informed clinical work.
Our team has completed thousands of court-mandated cases. We give you a real treatment experience — not just attendance on a roster — so you walk out of the program with skills your judge, your family, and you can stand behind.
Why courts and attorneys refer to us
Documentation that holds up
Detailed progress letters, attendance records, and clinical summaries written to court-friendly standards.
Trauma-informed reunification
Reunification therapy that protects the child’s safety and pace — not just box-checking.
Same clinicians for the whole program
You don’t restart with a new therapist every few weeks. Continuity matters.
Flexible scheduling
Evening and Saturday options across our offices and via telehealth so work obligations don’t derail compliance.
How it works
From first call to first session, in three simple steps.
Tell us what’s going on
Send a short note or call us. Our intake team will ask a few questions about insurance, scheduling, and what you’re working through — all confidential.
Get matched to the right therapist
We pair you with one of our 40 licensed clinicians based on your goals, language preference, insurance, and personality fit. No long waitlists.
Start within the week
Most clients have their first session within 7 days. Choose in-person at Valencia, Woodland Hills, or Lancaster — or secure telehealth from anywhere in California.
About SCV Counseling Center
Compassionate, evidence-based care — led by Dr. Alex Karimi.
SCV Counseling Center has grown to 40 licensed clinicians serving thousands of clients across Southern California. We’re Joint Commission accredited, which means our clinical, safety, and documentation standards are independently audited every year.
Whether you’re here for general mental health support, a court-mandated program, or your family is navigating divorce or reunification, our therapists meet you with warmth and zero judgement. We’re here to listen, guide clearly, and help you move forward with purpose.
Joint Commission Accredited
Independently audited for clinical quality, safety, and ethical practice every year.
40 Licensed Therapists
LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and psychologists across every specialty. Match with the right fit.
Diverse, Multilingual Team
Therapy in English, Spanish, Korean, and additional languages. Culturally aware care from day one.
LGBTQ+ Affirming
Every clinician, every session. We celebrate identity and create safe space for your full self.
Court-Approved Programs
Recognized by Los Angeles, Ventura, and Kern County courts for anger management and reunification therapy.
Our promise to you
“At SCV Counseling Center, our mission is to provide compassionate, professional, and evidence-based counseling services. We create a safe and supportive environment where individuals, couples, and families can heal, grow, and thrive.”
— Dr. Alex Karimi, Founder & Clinical Director
Or call 661-977-4747
Why families trust us
A practice built on real credentials, not testimonials we wrote.
We’d rather show you the things that actually matter when you’re picking a therapist: who accredits us, what insurance pays for us, and where our clinicians are licensed.
Joint Commission Accredited
Independently audited every year for clinical quality, safety, and ethical practice.
Court-Approved Programs
Anger management & reunification programs recognized by Los Angeles, Ventura, and Kern County courts.
Medi-Cal Accepted
One of the few private practices that accepts Medi-Cal alongside Anthem, Aetna, Cigna, United, Optum, Blue Shield, UMR, HealthNet, and more.
40 Licensed Clinicians
LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and psychologists across in-person and telehealth, including bilingual English / Spanish / Korean care.
Want to read what real clients say? Public Google reviews of SCV Counseling Center can be searched directly:
Read SCV Counseling Center reviews on Google →Visit us in person
Three offices across Southern California — plus telehealth statewide.
Santa Clarita / Valencia
28494 Westinghouse Pl, Suite 206, Valencia, CA 91355
Mon–Fri: 9 AM — 8 PM · Sat: 9 AM — 5 PM
Woodland Hills
21731 Ventura Blvd, Suite 380, Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Mon–Fri: 9 AM — 8 PM
Telehealth across California
Secure video sessions with our licensed clinicians from anywhere in the state. Same therapists, same standards — without the drive.
Common questions
Before your first session.
We accept Medi-Cal and most major plans: Anthem, Aetna, Cigna, United Health, Optum, Blue Shield, UMR, Holman Group, HealthNow, MHN, and HealthNet. We do not accept Kaiser. Our intake team verifies your benefits before your first session, so there are no surprises.
Yes. SCV Counseling Center is one of the few private practices in the area that accepts Medi-Cal alongside commercial insurance. We believe great mental health care shouldn’t be gated by income.
Self-pay individual therapy starts at $150 per session with an associate therapist and $250 with a fully licensed therapist. Couples therapy is $200 (associate) and $300 (licensed). We’ll review all options with you on your intake call so you can pick what fits.
Most new clients are seen within 7 days. For urgent situations — including court-deadlines or family crises — we often have same-week openings via telehealth. Call us at 661-977-4747 if you need to be seen quickly.
Our anger management, reunification, and parenting programs are court-approved across Los Angeles, Ventura, and Kern Counties. We provide progress letters and certificates of completion in the format your court requires.
Yes. Weekday appointments run until 8 PM, and our Santa Clarita / Valencia office is open Saturdays 9 AM–5 PM. Telehealth is available across the same hours.
Yes. We have clinicians fluent in English, Spanish, and Korean, plus additional languages depending on your match. Tell our intake team your preference and we’ll pair you accordingly.
Absolutely — every clinician at SCV Counseling Center is LGBTQ+ affirming. Identity, relationship structure, and gender are welcomed without judgement from the very first call.
A member of our intake team will call you at the time you selected. We’ll ask a few questions about insurance, scheduling, and what you’re working through, then match you with a therapist and book your first session. All conversations are confidential and HIPAA-protected.
Ready when you are.
Tell us a bit about what you’re looking for — we’ll call at the time you choose.
Prefer to talk now? Call us directly:
661-977-4747If you are in immediate crisis, please call 988 or text START to 741741.