Anke Kalaiah, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in trauma
- Trauma and abuse
- Family and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
About Anke Kalaiah
Anke Kalaiah is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who draws on formal training in both Germany and the United States to support clients facing a wide range of challenges. She holds a Bachelor degree in German and Socialpsychology from Ruhr University in Bochum and completed a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology at Santa Clara University in 2011. Anke earned her LMFT license in 2014 and brings more than a decade of clinical experience working with diverse populations and age groups.
Her clinical focus has increasingly centered on trauma and abuse, including domestic violence and sexual abuse, as well as family and marital conflict. She has worked extensively with issues related to divorce, coparenting, blended families, and parenting difficulties. Early training and life experience as an immigrant inform her understanding of immigration, expatriate adjustment, multicultural family dynamics, and the stresses of cultural assimilation.
Anke uses an eclectic, client-centered approach that emphasizes clients as the experts on their own lives. She integrates strengths-based and solution-focused strategies while offering practical skills through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Her work includes teaching mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation skills so clients can better manage overwhelming emotions and move toward greater well-being.
Recognizing how modern life can amplify anxiety, depression, sleep disruption, and relational strain, Anke aims to help people identify patterns that contribute to distress and to develop concrete tools for coping. Her practice emphasizes collaboration, respect for cultural background, and building on each person’s existing resources to reach meaningful goals.
Her clinical focus has increasingly centered on trauma and abuse, including domestic violence and sexual abuse, as well as family and marital conflict. She has worked extensively with issues related to divorce, coparenting, blended families, and parenting difficulties. Early training and life experience as an immigrant inform her understanding of immigration, expatriate adjustment, multicultural family dynamics, and the stresses of cultural assimilation.
Anke uses an eclectic, client-centered approach that emphasizes clients as the experts on their own lives. She integrates strengths-based and solution-focused strategies while offering practical skills through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Her work includes teaching mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation skills so clients can better manage overwhelming emotions and move toward greater well-being.
Recognizing how modern life can amplify anxiety, depression, sleep disruption, and relational strain, Anke aims to help people identify patterns that contribute to distress and to develop concrete tools for coping. Her practice emphasizes collaboration, respect for cultural background, and building on each person’s existing resources to reach meaningful goals.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Anke Kalaiah have?
Anke Kalaiah has 15 years of experience.
Is Anke Kalaiah a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LMFT. License details: CA LMFT 88556.
In which languages does Anke Kalaiah provide therapy?
Anke Kalaiah provides therapy in English and German.
Where is Anke Kalaiah located?
Anke Kalaiah is located in California.
How can I work with Anke Kalaiah as my therapist?
You can work with Anke Kalaiah through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Anke Kalaiah work with international clients?
Anke Kalaiah does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Anke Kalaiah cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Many people ask whether therapy delivered remotely can make a meaningful difference. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating major life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.One major advantage of remote therapy is flexibility. Individuals can connect with therapists in the format that works best for them - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to integrate therapeutic work into a busy schedule.
Licensed professionals provide care through these channels, and clients may change therapists if they would like a different fit. For people balancing work, family, or mobility constraints, online therapy offers a way to access skilled therapists without the need to travel.