Arpi Hovasapian

Motherhood can reshape us in ways we don’t fully anticipate. As a mom of two, raising children in a bicultural family across different countries, balancing career and major identity shifts, and navigating early motherhood without family nearby, I understand how beautiful and disorienting this season can feel. I bring a calm, thoughtful, and culturally aware presence to our work, along with a background in the science of emotion that helps us make sense of what you’re experiencing. I look forward to creating a space for you to process honestly and build practical tools so you can feel more grounded, steady, and confident in your motherhood journey.

Education: PhD in Psychology and Social Behavior – University of California, Irvine

Areas of Expertise: Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Birth Trauma, Mindfulness, Grief & loss, Breastfeeding challenges, Relationships/Communication, PMDD/Menstrual Cycle, Parenting Skills, Family planning/Abortion, Multicultural Families, Balancing Career Aspirations and Motherhood

Clinical Experience: Researcher in the Cognition and Emotion Lab at University of California, Irvine. Researcher in the Culture, Health and Relationships Lab at University of California, Irvine. Contributor to the MyMoodCoach app to teach young people about emotions.