Marina Swenson, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Marina!

In our sessions, you'll find my approach to be warm and collaborative as we navigate challenges such as anxiety, stress, grief, and life transitions.

My focus

I enjoy working with high-functioning teens and young adults and treating conditions such as anxiety, depression, grief/loss, women's issues, and life transitions. Together, we will work on building skills to manage overwhelming emotions, develop coping strategies, and discover a sense of inner peace.

My approach

My approach combines various modalities such as client-centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), holistic, and mindfulness-based therapies to empower individuals to understand their thoughts and feelings.

My communication style

My communication style is calm, comforting, and inviting. I believe therapy should be a safe space where you can express yourself freely and explore your experiences without judgment.

My journey to mental healthcare

I chose a therapist career because I've always had a desire to help others navigate life's challenges and improve their well-being. I've benefited greatly from my personal therapy and believe that healing is possible for anyone.

My goals for you

We will start by discussing what goals you want to achieve and building trust and rapport between us. Over time, we will develop an action plan and do frequent check-ins to track your progress.

Our first session

In our first session, I will explain my approach to therapy and focus on building a connection with you. I will ask you questions to better understand what brought you to therapy and we can determine if I'm a good fit for you.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Spiritual

Expertise

Specialties

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Humanistic

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem
Arlo

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling from Palo Alto University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Marina Swenson