About Salmah
Culturally-informed therapy you can trust
Salmah Ismail is a culturally-informed therapist who takes a client-centered approach to healing. She believes you are the expert of your own life—you know your story, your unique experiences, and the ways those experiences have shaped you. Her role is to create a safe and supportive space for you to share your story and work collaboratively toward what you need from therapy.
With deep cultural competency and a commitment to affirming your identity, Salmah works with diverse communities and provides therapy that honors who you are.
Background
Credentials and specialties
Credentials and training
Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW); Master's degree in Social Work (MSW); Cultural competency training; Licensed through California Board of Social Work Examiners.
Specialties and approaches
Individual and group therapy; Culturally-informed treatment; Identity affirmation and support; Anxiety and depression; Family dynamics and relationships; Client-centered, collaborative therapy.
Location and availability
Eye Cue Mental Health
Cerritos, CA (in-person)
Telehealth across California Sessions available by appointment. Medi-Cal and other insurances accepted (coverage depends on your plan).
How we work
Salmah's Therapeutic Approach
Your story, your expertise, your pace
Honoring Your Story
Salmah listens to your story with respect and cultural sensitivity, understanding that your life experience is uniquely yours.
Collaborative Exploration
She works alongside you to explore what you need, making therapy a true partnership between equals.
Empowerment & Growth
The result is a deeper understanding of yourself, affirmed identity, and greater empowerment to live authentically.
Getting started
Ready to start therapy with Salmah?
We accept Medi-Cal, Cigna, Aetna, and several other plans. Coverage depends on your plan and medical necessity, and we verify before you start. Open seven days a week, in person in Cerritos or by video across California.