Maryam Nateghi, LPCC — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Maryam!

I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 12 years of experience working with individuals and couples. I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, and depression, with a focus on how these show up in your relationships. I use the Gottman Method and EFT to help you move from conflict to real connection.

My focus

I specialize in helping couples and individuals move from conflict to relational safety. Using EFT and the Gottman Method, I help partners repair attachment. I am also highly experienced in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder through CBT, DBT, and ACT, providing a grounded, expert presence for adults and older adults.

My approach

I use a trauma-informed, integrative approach centered on relational safety. For couples, I blend the emotional depth of EFT with the research-based tools of the Gottman Method. For individuals, I utilize CBT, DBT, and ACT to foster resilience. My goal is to help you move from reactive cycles into a life of grounded connection and peace.

My communication style

My style is warm, direct, and deeply rooted in relational safety. I create a non-judgmental space where couples and individuals feel heard and understood. Working with me feels grounded and collaborative; I blend the emotional depth of EFT with the practical tools of Gottman and CBT to help you move from feeling stuck to feeling secure.

My journey to mental healthcare

Years of working with severe mental illness and crisis intervention taught me that healing starts with being truly seen. I transitioned from clinical leadership to specialized private practice because I am passionate about the deep work of attachment. My drive comes from seeing couples and individuals find their way back to peace and safety.

My goals for you

I approach goals by identifying both immediate symptoms and deeper attachment needs. We use the EFT framework to understand your "cycle" while setting "SMART" goals grounded in ACT and CBT. My aim is to ensure you leave every session with a clear sense of progress and the tools needed to build a secure, value-driven life.

Our first session

Our first session is about creating a safe space to share your story. We’ll discuss your history, current challenges, and goals for therapy. For couples, I often integrate Gottman-based assessment tools to identify your unique "cycle." You’ll leave with a clear understanding of our roadmap and a sense of hope for the journey ahead.

I identify as...

Female
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Spiritual

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Gottman Method

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Attachment-based

Dialectical (DBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Somatic

Trauma Focused

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Focus populations

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

LGBTQIA+

Police/Fire/First Responders

Gay

Lesbian

Single Mother

Transgender

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Therapy types

Couples Therapy
Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
Alignment Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
All Savers
Allegiance

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Languages spoken

English, Farsi

Education

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

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Maryam Nateghi