- Grief support
- Intimacy issues
- Career questions
About Bella
Bella Lurie is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people facing grief, intimacy struggles, low self-esteem, career questions, and ADHD-related challenges. She brings a thoughtful, language-focused perspective to therapy. Sessions aim to clarify what people mean to themselves and others, and to open up new ways of speaking about hard things.
Bella frames therapy as an exploration of the words and stories that shape a person's life. She pays attention to how language, memories, and symbols influence daily choices and relationships. That approach can help people notice patterns they want to change and find kinder ways to describe their experience.
Her background combines six years of clinical work with an interest in positive psychology and creative practices. Bella often invites clients to experiment with different ways of expressing feelings and trying small behavioral shifts. The work values curiosity, practical steps, and learning from both success and missteps.
People who have tried therapy before and want a different angle may find this style useful. Bella emphasizes developing comfort with uncertainty and more spontaneous, honest speech. She also brings awareness to life transitions, attachment concerns, and adoption and foster care issues when they are part of someone's story.
Sessions are conducted in English, Hebrew, and Russian for those who prefer those languages. Bella practices in California as an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and uses her clinical experience to support each person's goals.
How therapeutic approaches and online work fit together
Wake Dreaming and language-focused work invites people to notice how words shape experience. This approach looks at the stories a person tells and helps them try new ways of speaking about feelings. It is useful for grief, identity questions, and improving communication with others.Positive psychology practices focus on strengths and small, repeatable habits that build wellbeing. These techniques encourage practical experiments in daily life, like brief routines or shifts in how someone frames a problem. They are often paired with conversational work to make change feel manageable and concrete.
Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will collaborate on goals and preferences, and may try different methods to see what fits. Clients and the therapist check in together about what works and adjust the plan based on progress and comfort.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find that online therapy can fit into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make follow-up easier between appointments. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when needed or support work during life transitions, while the therapist and client decide together how to structure sessions to suit daily routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English, Hebrew, Russian
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Bella address?
She works with grief, intimacy-related issues, self-esteem, career challenges, and ADHD. Additional focuses include adoption and foster care, attachment concerns, and caregiver stress.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach pays close attention to language and personal stories. She encourages experimentation with how clients talk about their feelings and with small behavioral changes.
What is Bella's clinical background?
Bella has six years of clinical experience supporting people through life transitions and complex emotional concerns. She blends practical work with attention to narrative and meaning.
What are Bella's credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in California. The LMFT credential is shown as provided by the therapist.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, Hebrew, and Russian.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with Bella?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.