Ariana Mesa, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Ariana!

I specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma. I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating a range of emotional and behavioral challenges.

My focus

I work with adolescents and adults dealing with irrational thoughts, life transitions, family conflicts, trauma, and general life stressors. These often present as anxiety and depression. I help clients learn skills to navigate these obstacles.

My approach

My approach varies based on your needs. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Person-Centered, and Motivational Interviewing to identify patterns that lead to current challenges. Together, we create a clear therapeutic goal and treatment plan toward recovery and healing.

My communication style

I provide an open and safe space. My hope is that you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and struggles without judgment.

My journey to mental healthcare

Identifying patterns and connecting the dots of life to understand why we do what we do is a true passion of mine. I strive to empower others by helping them with the tools necessary to navigate their own struggles so they can find peace and hope.

My goals for you

In creating goals with you, I explore your background, challenges, and current desires to understand your needs so that a clear client-directed goal and treatment plan can be made.

Our first session

During our first session, you can expect to spend the majority of the time exploring how you are feeling and some possible reasons why. I'll ask questions to better understand your needs. Getting to know you and building a connection are my goals as your therapist.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Play Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

MagnaCare
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, MFT from National University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Ariana Mesa