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I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families. My professional experience includes inpatient hospitalization, community-based mental health, and private practice settings, allowing me to support clients with a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges. I specialize in grief and loss, relationship concerns, caregiving stress, chronic and terminal illness, workplace burnout, and major life transitions. I also have specialized experience supporting individuals and families affected by Huntington’s Disease and strive to provide an inclusive, culturally responsive space where clients feel respected and supported.

With more than 20 years of experience, I have helped adults, children, and families navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change. I hold both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Social Work and believe there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I see therapy as a partnership, where you set the direction and I provide support, guidance, and encouragement along the way.

Have you ever wondered what it feels like to have a therapist who is truly in your corner, celebrating your wins while holding space for your most difficult chapters?

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work, I’ve spent my career navigating the complex intersections of mental health and substance use, and I’ve learned that the most powerful tool for change is an affirming, open-minded partnership. I’m here to offer more than just clinical expertise; I’m here to provide an empowering environment where your identity and experiences are validated without judgment. My background has taught me that resilience is often a quiet force, and my goal is to help you amplify that strength so you can navigate life’s challenges with a renewed sense of agency and hope.

Often times people consider engaging in therapy when life may feel unbalanced. Sometimes this may be due to emotions that are not manageable or needing support to get through challenging situations. My goal is to help you live a more authentic life that can be enjoyable and meaningful to you. I have a clinical background in supporting individuals and families who have experienced trauma, relationship challenges, or may be experiencing a current crisis that is impeding their daily life.

I am a recently licensed counseling psychologist with extensive training and experience in psychotherapy, assessment, and psychology research. I have provided individual, couples, and group therapy at the Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Center (now LGBT Center), the Los Angeles VA, the Boston VA, and Enki Health Services. I have enjoyed training and supervising student therapists at the University of West Georgia and the University of Redlands. I also teach psychology at UCLA Extension. In general, I am curious about the the human mind and I am dedicated to help others who are struggling.

I offer a supportive, affirming space where clients can show up authentically. I guide individuals in rediscovering themselves and taking meaningful steps toward a more purposeful and aligned life.

I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2021 and have over 10 years of social services experience, serving children, families, inmates and victims. I have worked with various disciplines, such as court staff, law enforcement, corrections, medical, social workers, mental health and management.

I am licensed in California with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. I also have experience working with compassion fatigue and PTSD. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. I’m Maria Zavala, a Bilingual/Bicultural Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I offer a warm, supportive space where you can show up exactly as you are. I work with individuals navigating stress, life transitions, identity exploration, and emotional challenges, with a strong focus on culturally responsive care. My goal is to help you feel seen, understood, grounded, and safe while we gently explore what’s been weighing on you and begin creating a path forward that feels authentic, steady, and truly yours.

I am a licensed clinical social worker, with 10+ years of experience within the mental health services industry. My clinical experience has focused primarily on helping individuals in the adolescent, young adult age, and middle-aged adults. I have a strong trauma-informed approach when working with my clients. As a therapist, it is my goal to help validate, create a safe environment, and help understand aspects of lived experiences. My extensive clinical training includes working with children, teenagers, and adults, with an array of mental health challenges.

I truly believe that no matter how overwhelmed you feel right now, you are capable of healing. Sometimes, the most important part of the journey is simply having a space where you feel seen, heard, and completely accepted without judgment. Since 2018, I’ve been walking alongside individuals as they navigate the complexities of life, and more recently, I’ve dedicated my practice to supporting parents through the highs and lows of the prenatal and postpartum period. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, or the weight of past trauma, I am here to help you find your way back to yourself.

Welcome!

I, Margarita Danielyan, a trilingual (English, Armenian, Russian) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that brings a wealth of life experiences, a directness, and an empathic approach to assist clients in recognizing their strengths to empower them to make the changes they seek to enhance their wellbeing and relationships, so that they may live healthier and happier lives.

I've graduated from CSUN with my Maters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2008.

Welcome!

As a licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), I believe in prioritizing out mental health as a way to live a happy and balance life. Reaching out for help can be one of the hardest things a person can do, great job on taking that step! I’ve been practicing for 10 years, but in the field for 20 plus years. In the last 6 years I have shifted my main focus to adults 18 plus who are struggling with trauma and substance use.

I approach therapy with the belief that you are the expert on your own life. My role is to help you explore the thoughts, feelings, and patterns that may be keeping you stuck or contributing to stress, while creating a space where you feel supported, understood, and empowered.

I bring an open mind and genuine curiosity to our work together, allowing us to better understand your experiences without judgment. While exploring the past and planning for the future can be important parts of therapy, I also believe that cultivating mindfulness and staying connected to the present moment are essential for promoting overall well-being.

My hope is that you leave therapy with a stronger sense of confidence, identity, and self, along with practical tools to navigate life's challenges and create meaningful, lasting change.