Deanna Mayfield, LMFT

Deanna Mayfield, LMFT

Psychotherapist
CA
Hi there, I'm Deanna! My name is Deanna Mayfield, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master?s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University. With more than a decade of experience, I help youth, adolescents, and families navigate mental health challenges and everyday stressors to reach their goals. My person-centered approach emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and motivational interviewing, fostering positive change and enhancing overall well-being. My approach My therapeutic approach is person-centered, a humanistic method that highlights the individual?s capacity for self-directed growth and healing. I also incorporate Solution-Focused and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to support goal setting, challenge negative thoughts, and improve behavior and self-esteem. My focus I have over 10 years of experience working with children and families, providing trauma-informed mental health support to children and teens experiencing depression, anxiety, academic stress, peer stress/conflict, behavioral issues, and family conflict. My communication style In our sessions, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment that is inviting and welcoming, where you can truly be yourself. My goal is for you to feel accepted and valued. I prioritize uplifting my clients and demonstrating deep respect for their unique cultural backgrounds. My journey to mental healthcare My passion for social change motivates me in this work. It?s crucial to prioritize mental health, and as a BIPOC therapist, I believe representation matters. This role allows me to make a meaningful impact while helping to break down the stigma surrounding mental healthcare. My goals for you When setting goals, I emphasize creating realistic, attainable steps. While I believe the client is the expert of their own life, I offer guidance to support making smaller short-term goals that eventually lead to accomplishing long-term goals.

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About Deanna Mayfield

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues
Behavioral Problems
Peer Relationship Struggles
Anger Management
Coping Mechanism Development
Relationship Struggles
Anxiety
Depression

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Compassion Focused
Coaching
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Intervention

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Deanna Mayfield

Hi there, I'm Deanna! My name is Deanna Mayfield, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master?s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University. With more than a decade of experience, I help youth, adolescents, and families navigate mental health challenges and everyday stressors to reach their goals. My person-centered approach emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and motivational interviewing, fostering positive change and enhancing overall well-being. My approach My therapeutic approach is person-centered, a humanistic method that highlights the individual?s capacity for self-directed growth and healing. I also incorporate Solution-Focused and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to support goal setting, challenge negative thoughts, and improve behavior and self-esteem. My focus I have over 10 years of experience working with children and families, providing trauma-informed mental health support to children and teens experiencing depression, anxiety, academic stress, peer stress/conflict, behavioral issues, and family conflict. My communication style In our sessions, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment that is inviting and welcoming, where you can truly be yourself. My goal is for you to feel accepted and valued. I prioritize uplifting my clients and demonstrating deep respect for their unique cultural backgrounds. My journey to mental healthcare My passion for social change motivates me in this work. It?s crucial to prioritize mental health, and as a BIPOC therapist, I believe representation matters. This role allows me to make a meaningful impact while helping to break down the stigma surrounding mental healthcare. My goals for you When setting goals, I emphasize creating realistic, attainable steps. While I believe the client is the expert of their own life, I offer guidance to support making smaller short-term goals that eventually lead to accomplishing long-term goals.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Peer Relationship Struggles
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Stress Management
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Peer Relationship Struggles

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Northcentral University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1265712004

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