BodhiSattva Counseling- Led by Layla Subhani

BodhiSattva Counseling- Led by Layla Subhani Layla Subhani, LMFT provides treatment for children, LGBTQ+ teens, adults, and more.

BodhiSattva Counseling, led by Layla Subhani, LMFT, specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and other mental health challenges. Therapy is available for children, non-binary teens, queer-identifying couples, parents, and more. In-person and online appointments are available for residents of California. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am qualified to

work with a lot of different people in many situations. Many of my clients are children, teens, and women between the ages of 18-30. I work with children and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, complex trauma, chronic illness, women’s issues, and relationship difficulties. Even if you don’t fall into one of these arenas, I will always encourage you to reach out.

Healing doesn’t always come with fireworks. It often looks quiet, slow, and maybe even invisible to others.It’s getting ...
07/08/2025

Healing doesn’t always come with fireworks. It often looks quiet, slow, and maybe even invisible to others.
It’s getting out of bed on a hard day.
It’s taking a deep breath before reacting.
It’s noticing a critical thought, but choosing not to believe it.
It’s setting one small boundary that used to feel impossible.

Progress isn’t always loud or linear. Sometimes it’s choosing something different; something kinder, just once. And that once matters.

The small moments you often dismiss? They are signs of growth. They are you, healing in real time. 💛

You can’t logic your way out of a pattern your body learned to survive.That’s where expert help matters. Someone who und...
06/29/2025

You can’t logic your way out of a pattern your body learned to survive.

That’s where expert help matters. Someone who understands how the system works and how to gently support change from the inside out.

If you need help, reach out today.

When emotions are high, in our families, our feeds, or the news, it’s easy to feel flooded.You might notice your heart r...
06/11/2025

When emotions are high, in our families, our feeds, or the news, it’s easy to feel flooded.
You might notice your heart racing after scrolling, or find yourself carrying tension from a conversation hours after it ended. Maybe you’re reacting more strongly than usual, snapping at someone you love, or shutting down when things get heated. That’s not weakness, that’s your nervous system doing its best to protect you.

In a world that often demands instant opinions, quick replies, and constant engagement, therapy offers something different:
A pause. A place to breathe. A space where you can untangle what’s yours from what you’ve absorbed.

You don’t have to carry everything alone or figure it all out in real time.

Therapy helps you process what you’re holding so you can respond with intention, rather than react from overload.

Over time, you can build tools to regulate, set boundaries, and find clarity in the midst of emotional noise, both online and off.

Let’s talk about emotional regulation.A lot of people think it means staying calm all the time. Or not getting upset.But...
06/04/2025

Let’s talk about emotional regulation.

A lot of people think it means staying calm all the time. Or not getting upset.
But that’s not it.

Emotional regulation is about knowing what you're feeling and choosing how to respond.

It's the difference between reacting in the moment...
and taking a breath before you speak.

It’s giving yourself space to feel without needing to fix, avoid, or explode.

You don’t have to ignore your emotions to manage them.
You just need to listen to them differently.

What helps you regulate when emotions feel big?
Is it movement, music, deep breathing, stepping away?
Let’s share! someone might need your input today.

What do you wish you knew about mental health when you were younger?Maybe no one told you that struggling didn’t mean yo...
05/29/2025

What do you wish you knew about mental health when you were younger?

Maybe no one told you that struggling didn’t mean you were weak. That anxiety wasn’t a flaw in your character. That rest is not something you have to earn. That your emotions weren’t “too much”, they were simply human.

You might have felt like you had to keep it together for everyone else. Maybe you learned to hide your pain, to stay quiet, to push through. But you didn’t have to. And you still don’t.

What would you tell your younger self about mental health, if you had the chance?

Share it below. Your words might be exactly what someone else needs to hear today.

*What Therapy Is (and Isn’t)*Therapy isn’t just venting about your week.It’s not just advice-giving, or someone telling ...
05/24/2025

*What Therapy Is (and Isn’t)*

Therapy isn’t just venting about your week.

It’s not just advice-giving, or someone telling you what to do.

And it’s definitely not only for people in crisis.

Therapy is a collaborative process: an intentional space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, patterns, and experiences with support and care.

It’s a place to:

- Understand the “why” behind your reactions

- Develop healthier coping strategies

- Heal old wounds that still affect you today

Learn how to show up more fully in your relationships and in your life

You don’t have to wait for things to get worse.
You don’t have to go through it alone.

Reach out for expert help today.

Mental health is like a painting.Each person holds their own palette and some days filled with bold color, other days bl...
05/12/2025

Mental health is like a painting.

Each person holds their own palette and some days filled with bold color, other days blurred in shadow. The brushstrokes of our experiences are layered with joy, pain, resilience, and doubt. No two canvases are alike.

Sometimes, the picture others see isn’t the one we meant to paint.
Sometimes, even we don’t understand what’s taking shape.

But that doesn’t mean the art is wrong, it just means it’s time to pause, reflect, and maybe ask for guidance with the next stroke.

Therapy is a place to step back, reconnect with your vision, and keep painting with intention.

You are not alone. Support is here. Reach out today.

Myth: “If I start therapy, I’ll be in it forever.”Truth: Therapy doesn’t have to be a lifelong commitment. Many people g...
04/21/2025

Myth: “If I start therapy, I’ll be in it forever.”

Truth: Therapy doesn’t have to be a lifelong commitment.

Many people gain clarity, confidence, and new coping tools in just a few focused sessions. Whether you're working through something specific or just need a mental health check-in, therapy can make a meaningful difference.

Reach out today.

Pause. Take a breath. Now ask yourself this—how am I really doing today?Not the “I’m fine” version. The honest version.A...
04/08/2025

Pause. Take a breath. Now ask yourself this—how am I really doing today?

Not the “I’m fine” version. The honest version.
Are you carrying tension that you haven’t named?
Avoiding something that needs your attention?
Waiting for things to magically get easier?

You deserve more than survival mode.
Your feelings are information—not something to ignore.

If you need support, make sure to reach out today. Help is just one click away.

We’re not always taught to talk about how we feel.Sometimes we’re told to “tough it out,” “move on,” or “keep it to ours...
03/31/2025

We’re not always taught to talk about how we feel.
Sometimes we’re told to “tough it out,” “move on,” or “keep it to ourselves.”
But here’s the truth:
Feeling better often starts with speaking up.

Whether it’s sadness, anxiety, confusion, or numbness—naming it is the first step to healing.
Therapy is a space where you can finally put the pieces into words—safely, without judgment.

You don’t have to go through it alone. Reach out for expert help today.

🧠 The Science of Therapy: Why It Actually Works:Therapy isn't just "talking about your feelings." It's a scientifically ...
03/27/2025

🧠 The Science of Therapy: Why It Actually Works:

Therapy isn't just "talking about your feelings." It's a scientifically grounded process that reshapes how your brain responds to stress, relationships, and emotions.

✔️ Studies show therapy can rewire neural pathways—helping you break patterns of anxiety, depression, trauma, and more.
✔️ Common therapy techniques are evidence-based and tailored to how your mind processes and heals.
✔️ The therapeutic relationship itself has healing power—it activates areas of the brain linked to safety, empathy, and self-regulation.

💬 Common Myths:
❌ “Therapy is only for people with serious problems.”
✅ Therapy is for anyone who wants to grow, heal, or understand themselves more deeply.

❌ “Talking won’t change anything.”
✅ Talking with the right support activates reflection, insight, and real behavioral change.

❌ “It’s just advice.”
✅ A good therapist won’t tell you what to do—they’ll help you explore what’s right for you.

Therapy is brain-based, person-centered, and transformation-oriented.

You’re not “broken.” You’re human—and your brain is built for healing.

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Napa, CA

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Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 8pm
Sunday 9am - 8pm

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+19097128236

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