Dr. Pirasteh’s pronouns are she, her, hers.

Hello and welcome! I am the owner and clinical director of Act2Change Therapy & Wellness Center. My therapeutic practice centers on collaborating with individuals (18+) who are seeking stability and lasting change. My passion for serving the needs of clients of diverse cultures, values, identities, and backgrounds is what motivated me to open Act2Change. I provide therapeutic support to clients throughout Georgia and South Carolina.

As a queer therapist, I take great pride in offering services that are LGBTQQIAAP+ affirming, sex-positive and kink-aware. Additionally, my inclusive approach attends to social justice issues impacting our communities, both locally and globally. I work closely with the BIPOC community and have an awareness and understanding of Middle Eastern, North African, and South Asian cultures. As the daughter of Iranian immigrants, I know first-hand just how difficult it can be to find a therapist that understands the specific hardships that immigrant and refugee communities face. My clients find comfort in knowing that I can relate to many of their cultural practices and family dynamics on a more personal level.

I believe my role as your therapist is to be intentionally different than anyone else in your life. I will challenge you to tap into your own strengths, build resiliency, and reclaim vulnerability, while also fostering a nurturing space that honors your pace and needs. I often infuse humor and creativity into sessions as a way to make our time together enjoyable and engaging. I utilize a systemic framework and recognize that our lived-experiences shape how with think and interact with those around us. Through this lens, I support clients experiencing anxiety and stress, depressive episodes, existential crises, imposter syndrome, lack of self-worth, relationship issues, and identity issues. Many of my clients identify as creatives, executives, and entrepreneurs. My specialities also include support for wellness professionals experiencing compassion fatigue, burnout, and pandemic-related stress.

We are living through unprecedented times that have had a profound impact on Millennials, Zillennials, and Gen Z. No matter your race, gender, or sexual orientation, I am here to hold space for you. If you’re curious to learn more or have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out for a free consultation. I look forward to connecting with you :)

Dr. Pirasteh is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in the state of Georgia (MFT0001546) and a registered Telehealth therapist in the state of South Carolina (TLC52MFT). Additional information about the South Carolina Telehealth policy can be found here.

Education

  • PhD - Marriage & Family Therapy, University of Louisiana

  • MS - Marriage & Family Therapy, Valdosta State University

  • BA - Sociology & Religious Studies, The University of Florida

Training + Certifications

  • The Gottman Method, Level 3 Trained

  • ICEEFT EFT Externship Completed

  • Prepare/Enrich Certified Facilitator

Contact Me

To schedule a FREE, 15 minute phone consultation, please complete the new client appointment request form by clicking here.

Please note: Due to the nature of our work, Act2Change therapists are often unable to answer inquiry calls during normal business hours. We encourage all new clients to complete the appointment request form in order to receive the quickest response. We thank you for your interest in our practice!