About Me

LiAna L. Baruch, M.A. Philosophy

Certified by APPA (American Philosophical Practitioners Association)

Philosophical Counselor in Los Angeles area.
For your convenience, I speak English, Spanish and Hebrew.

Welcome to my website! Please read on to learn more about me and my practice.

My relationship with Philosophy goes way back. As a kid, I had quite an investigative mind. I was always curious about the reasons and sources of everything, and I asked tons of questions.

In University, I got my BA in political science, and while taking a course on political thought, I was re-introduced to Philosophy. I then fell in love with it, and decided to minor in philosophy. I knew then that I wanted to know more about The Love of Wisdom, and I went on to earn my masters degree, graduating magna cum laude.

During my seven years of academic studies, I became familiar with topics such as Logic, Ethics, Bio-Ethics, Physics, Buddhist and Eastern philosophies, Feminism, Philosophy of Religion and (authentic) Kabbalah. I took courses in Human Resources, Research Methodology and Advertising. I wrote essays on the nature of time, the Body–Mind connection, Psychoanalysis, the effects of a male-centered society on medicine and many more. I also translated articles in Physics, concerning Indeterminism and the Time arrow.

I really wanted to be able to help people, but I wasn't quite sure how I was going to do that. Then I learned about this rather unknown field called "Philosophical Counseling", which basically talked about applying eternal wisdom to resolving everyday's problems. I began investing more of my time and energy toward combining my two passions.

I am a certified philosophical and educational counselor, Member of the APPA (American Philosophical Practitioners Association); I am constantly striving to enrich my practice, and as a believer in a holistic approach, I completed Reiki 1+2. I began training in Life Coaching, and currently studying Psychological Counseling. I also volunteer at the International Child Abuse Organization.

Each one of us has some unique quality, through which that they can help others. Some are good listeners, some compassionate, and some are best at giving advice. There is no one "right" or "appropriate" way to help people. Different people relate to different approaches, so in my view, all "helping" professions should work in harmony. I believe that my unique background in Philosophy, combined with my knowledge and life experience, make me effective in relating to, and helping others.

I chose to call my business ‘PANTA REI’ – ancient Greek for ‘everything flows’. I believe in constant growth, flowing and exploring, and try to implement this in my personal and professional life. I will be more than happy to help you with yours.