Santa Clarita L.A. 91321

Santa Clarita L.A. 91321

About Us

SCV Counseling Center provides therapy that’s practical, personalized, and culturally aware. We serve individuals, couples, and families with a focus on emotional wellbeing, relational health, and long-term growth.


Led by Dr. Alex Karimi, our team brings together licensed professionals who believe in doing the real work. Listening deeply, guiding clearly, and helping people move forward with purpose.

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Joint Commision Accredited
Joint Commision Accredited
Joint Commision Accredited
Joint Commision Accredited

Joint Commission Accredited

SCV Counseling Center provides therapy that’s practical, personalized, and culturally aware. We serve individuals, couples, and families with a focus on emotional wellbeing, relational health, and long-term growth.


Lead by Dr. Alex Karimi, our team brings together licensed professionals who believe in doing the real work. Listening deeply, guiding clearly, and helping people move forward with purpose.

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Our Approach

We understand that no two people are alike and no single therapy method works for everyone.

That’s why our team takes a client-centered approach to care. We focus on what’s real for you: your background, your challenges, and your goals. Our therapists work from a variety of research-supported methods, including CBT, trauma-informed care, humanistic approaches, and solution-focused therapy.

We also specialize in court-ordered services, and are trusted by California courts and DCFS to deliver compliant, professional support with clear documentation and guidance.

Who we work with

  • Individuals seeking therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions

  • Families navigating parenting, conflict, or reunification

  • Couples in crisis or looking to strengthen communication

  • Clients fulfilling court-ordered services including Anger Management, DV counseling, and 730 Evaluations

  • Teens and young adults facing identity, stress, or behavioral challenges

  • First-time therapy clients unsure where to start—we’ll walk you through it

Meet Our Founder

Dr. Alex Karimi

Founder & Clinical Director

Dr. Alex Karimi has been working with individuals, families, and audiences for over 25 years. His professional journey began in the United Kingdom, where he delivered talks to religious and cultural communities on personal growth, emotional wellbeing, and core values.


Over the years, that early work evolved into a dynamic career as a licensed therapist, filmmaker, speaker, and the founder of SCV Counseling Center. Dr. Karimi brings a rare combination of clinical expertise, cultural sensitivity, and direct communication to both his therapy practice and his public work.

In addition to his private practice, Dr. Karimi is a sought-after speaker and seminar leader. Through Zand Institute, he offers workshops and transformational coaching experiences that focus on emotional intelligence, leadership, trauma recovery, and personal alignment.


Today, he continues to work with students, professionals, and organizations. Helping people set meaningful goals and follow through with clarity, structure, and intention.

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Meet Our Specialists

Meet the compassionate and experienced professionals who make up our dedicated team, committed to providing personalized support

Dr. Alexander Karimi

PhD, PsyDc, LMFT

Dr. Alexander Karimi

PhD, PsyDc, LMFT

Dr. Alexander Karimi

PhD, PsyDc, LMFT

Dr. Alexander Karimi

PhD, PsyDc, LMFT

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Lorne Leach

LMFT

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Lorne Leach

LMFT

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Lorne Leach

LMFT

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Lorne Leach

LMFT

Dr. Yvonne Villa

PsyD, AMFT

Dr. Yvonne Villa

PsyD, AMFT

Dr. Yvonne Villa

PsyD, AMFT

Dr. Yvonne Villa

PsyD, AMFT

Words from Our Clients

Meet the compassionate and experiencedhealth challenging to your navigate, but our family on counseling sessions our express themselves.

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Ready to Start Your Healing Journey?

We’re here to support you with services that are thoughtful, personalized, and grounded in real results. Reach out today to take the first step toward meaningful change.

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Ready to Start Your Healing Journey?

We’re here to support you with services that are thoughtful, personalized, and grounded in real results. Reach out today to take the first step toward meaningful change.

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Ready to Start Your Healing Journey?

We’re here to support you with services that are thoughtful, personalized, and grounded in real results. Reach out today to take the first step toward meaningful change.

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Ready to Start Your Healing Journey?

We’re here to support you with services that are thoughtful, personalized, and grounded in real results. Reach out today to take the first step toward meaningful change.

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Culturally grounded, results-focused psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families

© Copyright 2025, SCV Counseling - Made by FX Agency

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Culturally grounded, results-focused psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families

© Copyright 2025, SCV Counseling - Made by FX Agency

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Culturally grounded, results-focused psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families

© Copyright 2025, SCV Counseling - Made by FX Agency

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Culturally grounded, results-focused psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families

© Copyright 2025, SCV Counseling - Made by FX Agency