Athena Chien, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Athena!

I work with individuals, teens, seniors, couples, and families who are ready to develop awareness, strength, and healing. My approach is warm, relational, and collaborative, helping you move through life's challenges with support and understanding.

My focus

I support individuals, teens, seniors, couples, and families seeking to break free from unhealthy patterns, reduce symptoms, and feel alive again. Together we address relationship challenges, life transitions, and personal growth.

My approach

I draw on family systems, CBT, mindfulness, psychodynamic and attachment theory, and narrative therapy to create a personalized path forward. My style is empathetic, thoughtful, direct, and interactive, helping you process current obstacles and challenges together as we work toward meaningful change.

My communication style

I work best with clients who are fully engaged and willing to approach our time together with openness. I understand each person is unique, so we move at your pace. We work as a team to find the best solutions for you.

My journey to mental healthcare

I'm grateful to be part of the helping professions. Looking back at my own youth, I wish these services had been available to guide me through difficult choices. That experience fuels my commitment to supporting others on their healing journey.

My goals for you

My goal is to help you reduce symptoms and feel alive again. Many of us have been stuck in unhealthy relationships and patterns for years. Through therapy, we unstick old habits and learn new ways of understanding yourself.

Our first session

We'll get to know each other through an initial assessment where I gather necessary information. You'll get a sense of whether you'd like to work with me through our communication and connection.

I identify as...

Female
Asian
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

Personality Disorders

Self Esteem

Trauma and PTSD

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

USC PPO / EPO Plan
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English, Chinese

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology from Humboldt State University, CA.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Athena Chien