Eleena Hairabedian

Practicum Student

Eleena Hairabedian is a Marriage and Family Therapy trainee at Pepperdine University’s Graduate School of Education and Psychology. She is completing her practicum training at All For One Therapy, where she provides support to individuals, couples, and families under the guidance of licensed clinicians. Eleena earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Social Behavior, with a minor in Criminology, Law, and Society, from the University of California, Irvine, and later completed a Master of Science in Forensic Behavioral Science at Alliant International University. She is now pursuing her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy at Pepperdine University. 

Her clinical interests include trauma-informed care, identity development, and anxiety and stress management. She takes a Person-Centered and Solution-Focused approach, creating a space where clients feel truly heard, understood, and encouraged to discover their own strengths. Growing up in a traditional Armenian American household, she has seen firsthand how conversations around mental health can sometimes carry stigma, and she is passionate about helping others feel safe and supported as they begin their healing journey. Outside of her work, Eleena has spent over 23 years immersed in Armenian folk dance, which has shaped her appreciation for resilience, discipline, and the power of self-expression. She also enjoys playing basketball and spending time on creative projects like arts and crafts.