Swasthi Naidu, LMFT (#106668), is a dedicated psychotherapist committed to fostering well-being and resilience in adolescents, individuals, and families. As an immigrant from Fiji, she brings a unique multicultural perspective to her work, with a deep understanding of how identity, family dynamics, and unspoken expectations can shape mental health. Fluent in both English and Hindi, she connects with a diverse range of clients and offers culturally responsive, personalized care.

Based in Petaluma and Orinda, California, and working virtually with clients throughout the state, Swasthi supports children, teens, and families facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, grief, relationships, school-related stress, and family conflict. With over a decade of experience in pediatric clinics, outpatient psychiatry, schools, crisis stabilization programs, and community agencies, she draws on a wide range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) parent coaching, and structural family therapy.

Warm, compassionate, and collaborative, Swasthi is known for balancing practical skill-building with deep emotional support. She partners with clients and families to strengthen communication, build resilience, and navigate life’s challenges with confidence.