Dr. Bassili is a licensed clinical psychologist based in Southern California, specializing in child and adolescent intervention. She works with clients across the lifespan and is dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate, and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. Dr. Bassili is particularly passionate about working with adolescents navigating challenges unique to their stage of life, including trauma, depression, anxiety, and parent-child relational dynamics. She strives to create a safe space where young clients feel understood and supported in building resilience and finding their voice.
Dr. Bassili takes an integrative approach, drawing on evidence-based practices, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and humanistic modalities, to empower clients toward meaningful change. She is trained in several trauma-informed, evidence-based practices, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, and Child-Centered Play Therapy.
As a second-generation Egyptian-American, Dr. Bassili is sensitive to multicultural and diversity issues and has specific experience working with Arabic-speaking clients. She is also published in the area of child welfare and cultural sensitivity. Her goal is to support clients of all backgrounds in finding healing, growth, and balance in their lives.