Mayra Rangel, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Mayra!

I work with individuals and couples looking to overcome current difficulties to live a more fulfilling life. My specialties include cultural issues, immigration/acculturation issues, and trauma, specifically generational trauma, sexual trauma, and familial trauma.

My focus

I have found that my style and approach work well with adults who are looking to process their life experiences, such as trauma, cultural issues, and depression that impact their relationships and overall well-being. I walk alongside clients to help them process their past to live a more fulfilling life.

My approach

My therapeutic approach depends on the client and their needs. I often incorporate Narrative and Client-Centered techniques while utilizing a culturally responsive lens to best help clients overcome the barriers to living a more fulfilling life.

My communication style

My communication style is calm, light-hearted, personable, and empathetic. I want my clients to feel like they are in a welcoming space, where they can be their authentic selves without judgment.

My journey to mental healthcare

I decided to become a therapist because I have always been inclined to help people, whether it be through volunteer work or through dialogue. From a very young age, I noticed that I really enjoyed talking with people one-on-one and helping them resolve problems they might be having.

My goals for you

When setting goals with clients, I allow clients to take the lead on setting their goals and identifying what they would like to gain from our work together. Often, this looks like building trust and becoming comfortable with one another. We will work together to track your progression towards your goals.

Our first session

During the first session, I will ask questions about what brings you into therapy and what you are looking to gain from therapy. I also like to get to know you as a person, your culture, your interests, and any significant information you think will be important for me to know as we begin working together.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Narrative

EMDR

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Somatic

Trauma Focused

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Queer

Single Mother

Body Positivity

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

LGBTQIA+

Military/Veterans

Racial Justice

Sex Worker

Sex-Positive/Kink

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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, Spanish

Education

Masters of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy with Latinx Community from Pepperdine University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Mayra Rangel