Taniya Bonner, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Taniya!

I provide individual therapy to adolescents and adults facing anxiety, anger management, BIPOC issues, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, PTSD, trauma, self-esteem, sexual assault, and spirituality. I use evidence-based practices to help clients reach their goals.

My focus

I have extensive experience treating abuse, trauma, co-occurring disorders, and adolescent high-risk behaviors across outpatient, residential, and forensic settings. This wide array of experience has prepared me to work with clients across the lifespan.

My approach

I adopt a person-centered approach, tailoring each session to your needs. You are the expert in your life. Through a collaborative process, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and a strength-based approach. My goal is to help you increase self-awareness, build personal strength, and live a more meaningful life.

My communication style

My communication style is warm and empathetic, with a dash of humor. My goal is to create a non-judgmental space in which clients feel safe to engage in self-exploration.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey to becoming a therapist began with working with severely emotionally disturbed youth in residential treatment. I gained valuable knowledge about children and families navigating the foster care system. It is truly a privilege to see clients build strength and triumph in the face of challenges.

My goals for you

I adopt a collaborative approach to goal setting. You are the expert on your life. Therefore, I must understand what you want to gain from treatment. Over time, we will work as a team to set goals and track your progress.

Our first session

The first session is an opportunity for us to learn. I will ask you questions to learn about your experience and what you would like to gain from therapy. I will also encourage you to ask questions about the therapy process. This session is about building an initial connection and helping me understand how to best support you.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American

Expertise

Specialties

Child Abuse or Neglect

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Attachment-based

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Children/Families from California State University, Los Angeles.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Taniya Bonner