The Art of Mindful Dating's Purpose or Mission
Group therapy takes place in a safe, confidential, and nonjudgmental environment where you can feel supported and understood. Being part of a group allows you to connect with others who may be experiencing similar challenges, helping you realize that you are not alone in your journey. The group setting encourages both giving and receiving support, which can be a powerful tool for personal growth and healing.
Joining a group also helps you find your voice, express your thoughts and feelings, and gain new perspectives on your experiences. It fosters healthier ways of relating to others while deepening your understanding of yourself. In addition, the group serves as a reliable safety net, providing consistent encouragement, guidance, and connection as you navigate life’s challenges. This supportive community can make a meaningful difference in how you cope, grow, and thrive.
The Art of Mindful Dating is designed for
Struggling with dating? Do you find yourself ignoring your head and gut when your heart takes over, or noticing that past relationship experiences are spilling into and complicating your current dating life? With today’s complicated dating world and the pressure to find a meaningful connection, it is no wonder that dating can feel frustrating, confusing, and exhausting. Many people find themselves stuck in patterns or unsure of how to approach relationships in a way that feels authentic and balanced.
This group offers a safe, confidential, and judgment-free environment to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences around dating. You will have the opportunity to connect with peers who are navigating similar challenges, sharing insights and support in a space that encourages openness and self-reflection. Together, we will explore mindful approaches to dating, helping you recognize patterns, trust your instincts, and make choices that align with your values and desires. This supportive community can help you navigate the complexities of modern dating with more confidence, clarity, and self-compassion.
Participants who join The Art of Mindful Dating can expect
Over the course of six impactful weeks, this program will guide you in gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and the people around you. You will explore ways to strengthen connections with friends and family, come to terms with past relationships, and align your life more closely with your core values. Each session is designed to help you grow in self-awareness and confidence, so you can navigate relationships with intention and clarity.
You will also learn to establish healthy boundaries, live authentically, and make choices that reflect who you truly are. The program addresses common relationship pitfalls, helping you avoid settling out of loneliness, societal pressure, or the desire to fill a void. By discovering the missing ingredients in past relationships, you will gain insights that can support more fulfilling and successful dating experiences. This is a space for meaningful reflection, growth, and practical tools that can transform how you approach connections in your life.
Jewish Community Experience
I am an active member of the Jewish community and deeply committed to creating spaces where connection, understanding, and support can thrive. In my group, single women are welcomed into a warm and compassionate environment where they can share their experiences openly and honestly. The focus is on fostering meaningful relationships, both with oneself and with others, in a setting that values empathy, respect, and authenticity.
This group provides a space to explore challenges, celebrate successes, and grow alongside peers who truly understand the unique experiences of single women in today’s world. By sharing stories, insights, and support, participants are able to build deeper connections, strengthen their sense of community, and leave with practical tools for nurturing both friendships and romantic relationships. It is a place to feel seen, heard, and supported every step of the way.
Approaches
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Inner child work
- Life Coaching
- Mindfulness and Meditation
- Narrative Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Concerns
Languages spoken
EnglishPeople we work with
AdultsPersonal religious affiliations
ConservativeJewish community experience
ExtensiveLicensed to work in
CaliforniaNearby areas within a short commute to my in person office
Beverly Hills, Beverlywood, Encino, Los Angeles, Northridge, Pico-Robertson, Tarzana, Valley Village, Westwood, Woodland Hills4 years in practice
Licenses
- Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist by CA Board of Behavioral Sciences 2021. License number 127208
Degrees
- Master in Clinical Psychology with Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy by Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology 2019
- Master of Dispute Resolution by USC Gould School of Law 2020
- BA in Sociology by University of California, Los Angeles 2016
Average costs per session
$50
What our clients have to say about working with us:
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I’ve known Eliana Kohanzad, LMFT for about 10 years now. She’s been an instructor of Pepperdine’s Clinical Masters practicum classes, teaching and guiding our Psychology degree Master’s level students seeking licensure as Marriage and Family Therapists. She has been one of my favorite instructors as I assist her students with their state-required practicum sites and licensure documentation. Professor Kohanzad has a wonderful gentle and understanding approach to teaching students in her clinical classes. She has often handled difficult student scenarios beautifully. I’m SO thankful for her partnership in guiding our Pepperdine students in their sometimes difficult clinical situations.
Rebecca Reed Verified