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ABOUT ME
Leena Yacob-LMFT
California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT #146946
"Attend to your roots, but remember that you have a choice about what seed to plant now.”
Whether you’re a couple facing communication challenges, an individual struggling with constant anxiety, a first responder dealing with the pressures of high-risk work, or the spouse of a first responder torn between supporting their career and seeking connection…
THIS IS A PLACE FOR YOU
At Zen Bloom Counseling, I’ll meet you exactly where you are and guide you in uncovering the patterns and beliefs that are preventing you from living the fulfilling life you deserve. Whether you're seeking couples counseling, anxiety treatment, trauma treatment, first responder counseling, or support as a spouse of a first responder, we’re here to help you find balance, connection, and personal growth.

Clients Describe Me As Caring, Challenging, and Empathetic
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's in Counseling, specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy. I use a client-centered approach to meet clients where they are, with a trauma-informed lens. I integrate effective therapeutic methods like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help clients overcome challenges such as irrational thoughts, self-sabotage, fear of failure, relationship issues, and trauma.
I am deeply committed to authenticity, being honest, and validating your experiences. I work with individuals and couples facing anxiety, trauma, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. My goal is to help you build confidence, balance, and resilience in both your personal and professional life.
With extensive experience in the mental health field, I’ve had the privilege of working with adults and families from diverse backgrounds. Based on my personal life experiences, I understand pain and suffering, which enables me to empathize deeply with my clients. As a tri-lingual therapist, I offer counseling services in English, Arabic, and Chaldean, and I am passionate about supporting individuals from all walks of life. I strive to create a safe space where you can explore your challenges, fostering an environment for healing and self-discovery.
I am committed to using myself as a tool to help you overcome your struggles and become a happier, healthier version of yourself, whether individually or within your family. It is my mission to guide clients through life issues such as trauma, anxiety, relationship conflict, negative thinking patterns, self-esteem, and life transitions. Together, we will work toward emotional well-being, growth, and resilience, empowering you to build a fulfilling future.
In my work as a therapist, I’ve witnessed countless clients overcome challenges and become happier and healthier in their careers, families, relationships, and most importantly, within themselves. Above all else, I am committed to going above and beyond to create a safe space that fosters growth, hope, strength, healing, and self-compassion. This supportive environment will be the catalyst for you to achieve lasting emotional well-being and personal transformation, empowering you to face life’s challenges with resilience.
EDUCATION
+ Licensed And Certification:
California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT #146946
+ Training
EMDR basic training certificate through EMDRIA
+ Education:
- Master of Science in counseling with a concentration in marriage and family therapy, San Diego State University
- Bachelor of Arts & Letters in Sociology, San Diego State University