Meet the Team
Alique Bedikian, Psy.D.
PSY 31843
Clinical Psychologist & Clinical Supervisor at Inner Wave Therapy
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or identity struggles, you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m Dr. Alique Bedikian, a licensed clinical psychologist, and I’m here to walk alongside you as you navigate life’s challenges. My goal is to help you find clarity, healing, and resilience—even during the most difficult transitions.
I bring both clinical expertise and genuine care to my work. Over the years, I’ve trained in a variety of settings—including Kaiser Permanente, Aurora Behavioral Health, Coastline Community College, YWCA, and Family Recovery Center—where I gained extensive experience in trauma treatment, assessment, and group therapy.
At Inner Wave Therapy, I serve as both a therapist and Clinical Supervisor. I always tailor treatment to fit each client’s unique needs. I enjoy helping clients understand the deeper, hard to reach feelings that are controlling their behaviors and believe therapy should be collaborative, warm, and a bit challenging. I am especially passionate about supporting individuals from multicultural backgrounds, and my research has explored intergenerational trauma, identity, and empathy in Armenian-American communities.
Outside of the therapy room, I stay engaged in the field through teaching and research. I’ve co-authored published work on the psychological impact of COVID-19, and I serve on committees with the Los Angeles County Psychological Association. I also taught as an adjunct professor at Azusa Pacific University and The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, helping train the next generation of therapists.
Most importantly, I believe therapy is a place where you can let go of shame, be understood and empowered to grow. I would be honored to support you on your journey.
Areas of Focus:
Anxiety & Depression Therapy
ADHD- Informed Care
Intergenerational & Cultural Identity Issues
Men’s Issues
Relationship Issues
Psychodiagnostic Assessments & Supervision
Nareh Nazari, M.A., MFT
(License Number: 134915)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & Assistant Clinical Director
Nareh Nazari is a licensed therapist dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. She earned her B.A. in English Literature from the University of California, Los Angeles, and her M.A. in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University.
During her clinical training at the YWCA of Glendale and Pasadena, Nareh provided therapy to survivors of intimate partner violence and their children, facilitating individual, group, and family sessions. This experience gave her deep insight into trauma recovery, resilience, and the power of safe, structured therapeutic support.
Nareh understands that seeking therapy is a courageous first step toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. She takes a collaborative, client-centered approach, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of the person or family in her care. Her goal is to create a safe, judgment-free environment where clients can process past experiences, build coping strategies, and achieve meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise:
Trauma Therapy & EMDR
Anxiety & Depression
Family & Couples Therapy
Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence
Relationship Challenges & Communication Skills
By combining evidence-based techniques with empathy and cultural sensitivity, Nareh Nazari helps clients reclaim confidence, clarity, and emotional well-being.
Desiree Ingram-Garcia, M.A.
Psychological Associate (PSB 94027038)
Desiree Ingram is a dedicated psychological associate at Inner Wave Therapy, supervised by Dr. Alique Bedikian (PSY 31843). She helps clients navigate challenges related to ADHD, anxiety, depression, substance use, and performance-related stress, using a compassionate, evidence-based, and individualized approach.
Desiree earned her Bachelor of Arts in Criminology, Law, and Society from the University of California, Irvine, where she conducted research on diversity in policing, the societal effects of media violence, and women’s equity initiatives. Following graduation, she worked in corporate and medical sales, specializing in nutraceuticals for cognitive and mental health, before shifting her focus to clinical psychology to make a deeper, lasting impact in people’s lives.
She holds a Master of Arts in Sport and Exercise Psychology from Argosy University and is currently a 6th-year Psy.D. candidate at Pacifica Graduate Institute. Her dissertation, “When Dreams Save Lives: A Phenomenological Inquiry into Dreams and Suicidality,” reflects her commitment to understanding the mind, mental health, and human resilience.
Desiree brings a unique blend of scientific research, clinical training, and creative artistry to her practice. Her background in classical and Latin dance informs her holistic perspective on mind-body connection, and she integrates this awareness into therapy to support clients’ emotional and behavioral growth.
She is passionate about advancing community mental health, promoting equality, and fostering diversity, helping clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to overcome life’s challenges.
Areas of Expertise:
ADHD and Executive Functioning Support
Anxiety and Depression Therapy
Substance Use and Recovery Support
Sports and Performance Psychology
Mind-Body Approaches to Mental Health
Outside of her clinical work, Desiree continues to train in Vaganova ballet, enjoys paddleboarding, reading, and poetry, and brings creativity, energy, and curiosity to every session with her clients.
Ploy Tantana, M.A.
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
(AMFT144622)
Ploy Tantana is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Inner Wave Therapy, supervised by Dr. Alique Bedikian (PSY31843). She helps clients gently explore how past experiences, relationships, and cultural identity shape who they are today—supporting them in gaining insight, feeling more connected to themselves, and creating meaningful, lasting change.
Ploy completed her undergraduate studies in Social Science with a minor in Psychology at Mahidol University International College in Bangkok, Thailand. She went on to earn her M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University, where she is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in the same field.
Her doctoral research focuses on emotional learning and emotional awareness within the context of family culture and dynamics among Southeast Asian American communities.
Ploy’s approach to therapy is warm, intentional, and grounded in deep curiosity about the inner lives of her clients. Rooted in psychodynamic theory, her work focuses on helping individuals explore how early relationships, family dynamics, and unconscious patterns shape present-day experiences. Through this insight-oriented process, she supports clients in making the unconscious conscious, deepening self-understanding, expanding emotional awareness, and creating space for meaningful change.
As a multicultural, bilingual therapist fluent in Thai and English, Ploy brings a unique cultural sensitivity and perspective to her work. She is deeply committed to practicing through a lens of trauma-informed care, cultural humility, and social justice. She offers a welcoming space that is queer-affirming, kink-affirming, and culturally responsive; meeting clients where they are with compassion and respect.
Her practice is shaped by the belief that healing looks different for everyone, and she tailors her work to honor each client’s story, strengths, and identity. She believes that meaningful change begins with understanding, not judgment, and that true healing happens when we bring the unconscious into conscious awareness with compassion and clarity.
Areas of expertise:
Interpersonal difficulties: internal emotional struggles
LGBTQIA+ Identity exploration and relationships
Depression, Grief & Loss
BIPOC issues: Race and cultural identity, acculturation stress, racial trauma.
Couples: relationships conflict
Thomas Flanagan, M.A.
Practicum Clinician
Thomas Flanagan is a practicum clinician at Inner Wave Therapy, supervised by Dr. Alique Bedikian (PSY 31843). He is passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and young adult mental health concerns.
Thomas earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Chicago and his Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. He is currently a 3rd-year Psy.D. candidate at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, integrating clinical research with hands-on therapeutic experience to provide evidence-based care.
Before pursuing psychology, Thomas explored creative arts and entrepreneurship, successfully founding and running three businesses. This unique background informs his holistic, practical approach to therapy, helping clients apply insights from therapy into real-world situations.
Thomas is actively engaged in research that informs clinical practice, including intimate partner violence (IPV) in LGBTQIA+ couples and studies on suicidal ideation and depression in adolescents and young adults. His clinical approach draws from psychoanalytic theory, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), allowing him to tailor interventions to the specific needs of each client. He has clinical experience working in residential treatment facilities and on the 988 Crisis Line, giving him expertise in both crisis management and long-term therapeutic support.
Areas of Expertise:
Couples Therapy, including ADHD-informed relationship support
Anxiety and Depression
Young Adult Mental Health
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Support
Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention
Outside of his clinical work, Thomas enjoys long walks, meditation, and reading, bringing mindfulness, creativity, and compassion to his sessions.
Psychological Associate (PSB 94029031)
Andrew Huh received his Bachelor of Arts in psychology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. He most recently received his Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. He is in his 3rd year as a doctoral candidate (Psy.D) at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Alongside his clinical work, Andrew is currently focused on his dissertation research on the manifestations of cognitive issues in Korean American immigrants as affected by various psychological factors. Andrew’s interests in psychology include research and clinical work in the realm of neuropsychology, psychodynamic therapy, and providing outreach for East Asians’ mental health (i.e., Korean Americans). As a student clinician, Andrew understands the unique challenges each individual faces in their life and approaches his work with genuine care, empathy, and curiosity. Andrew believes in seeing his clients for who they are and openly invites self-exploration through creating safe and calming spaces.
Andrew has clinical experience in psychodynamic psychotherapy from his time at Chapman University’s Student Psychological Counseling Services and Healing Rhythms Mental Health. Andrew has received training in various neuropsychological assessments from his program. He is also bi-lingual in English and Korean.
Andrew is supervised by Alique Bedikian, PsyD (PSY 31843).
Andrew Huh, M.A.
Anna Enfield, M.A.
Practicum Clinician
Anna Enfield is a practicum clinician at Inner Wave Therapy, currently supervised as part of her Psy.D. training at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She is dedicated to helping clients navigate severe mental illness, trauma, anxiety, depression, and ADHD-related challenges, combining evidence-based therapy with careful assessment to support lasting change.
Anna earned her Bachelor of Individualized Studies from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, with concentrations in dance, sociology, and psychology, and her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School. She is now in her fourth year as a Psy.D. candidate, integrating advanced clinical training with research to inform her therapeutic practice.
Her clinical experience includes cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) with medically compromised individuals and clients with severe mental illness at Coastal Psychological Services. She also gained expertise in cognitive and personality assessments through her work at Pomona College’s Accessibility Services Department. Anna’s research for her dissertation focuses on the relationship between disordered eating and adverse childhood experiences in non-female dancers, reflecting her interest in how personal history and social factors shape mental health.
Anna takes a curious, collaborative approach to therapy, engaging deeply with each client’s life story to understand their unique experiences. She creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore challenges, process trauma, and develop practical tools for meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise:
Therapy for Severe Mental Illness
Trauma and PTSD Treatment
ADHD-Informed Therapy
ADHD Assessments
Anxiety and Depression
Anna combines clinical expertise, research-informed insights, and empathy to guide clients toward greater self-understanding, emotional resilience, and life satisfaction.
Testimonials
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