in our time together, let’s pause, be present, and connect to all that arises, and invite your natural intelligence to unfold the path to healing.

Portrait of Dr. Kyrie Sankaran, licensed psychologist in Ojai, California, smiling outdoors in a colorful patterned bloused, conveying warmth and approachability

a warm welcome,

I am Dr. Kyrie Sankaran, and I am glad you’re here.

With over 25 years of experience in the field of psychology, my work has centered on depth-oriented psychotherapy for adults. My training is rooted in psychodynamic and emotional-focused therapies, with certification in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) through the IEDTA. I work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and feelings of low self-worth — helping them move toward clarity, connection, and emotional freedom.

Earlier in my career, I specialized in early childhood mental health, offering clinical services, consultation, and training for parents, professionals, and therapists. While this background continues to inform my work, my practice is now centered on supporting adults through individual therapy.

Practice Update

I am currently on sabbatical and am not scheduling appointments at this time. I continue to work remotely with my existing clients.

my services

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a note about my practice

My work has always been about creating space for what is asking to be seen, understood, and felt.

For now, I am extending that same invitation to myself. I am taking an open-ended sabbatical from taking on new clients, making room for rest, reflection, and whatever wants to emerge next.

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