Maria Aviña, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Maria!

For me, therapy is all about helping individuals find healing in many areas of their lives. When I'm not practicing therapy, I am spending time with my two sons, walking my dog, and going on hikes with my friends.

My focus

I am excited to work with anyone seeking healing and self-growth. My clinical experience spans clients of all ages and from all walks of life.

My approach

My background includes liberation psychology, indigenous spirituality and medicine, mindfulness, meditation, trauma-focused behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused, narrative therapy, and person-centered approaches. I believe in processing past wounds while working with the body and present moment.

My communication style

I am very empathetic with my clients, for me, building trust and rapport is very important; I listen and communicate with honesty. I like to assign homework to ensure that the client feels accomplished.

My journey to mental healthcare

I am a strong believer in healing and finding the space to do that. I believe that when someone is ready for healing, therapy is the best way to do that. Therapy is able to provide that space to explore ways to heal from mental health concerns. I always wanted to be someone to provide that space for someone else, this is why I became a therapist.

My goals for you

My goal is to meet the clients where they are. I incorporate Motivational Interviewing in supporting the clients in creating their goals.

Our first session

I like to set up a safe and trusting environment for the clients. My sessions are client-led. I am here to hear the client and provide space for them. During the first session, I allow the clients to ask questions and address their needs.

I identify as...

Female
American Indian or Alaska Native, Hispanic or Latinx, Biracial or Multiracial
Spiritual

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Motivational Interviewing

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

+ 3 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

Educators

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

LGBTQIA+

Racial Justice

Single Mother

+ 6 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem
Arlo (Cigna)

+ 40 more

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master in Counseling (MC) Clinical Mental Health Counseling(Marriage And Family Therapy & LPCC) & Pupil Personal Credential from Sonoma State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Maria Aviña