Desiree Aspiras, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.84

“I finally found someone who I feel completely safe to be myself and share what I am going through with an honesty I haven't been able to express before. Thank you DD!”

More than 1 year ago

“as someone struggling with many different types of relationships, i am grateful to have DD's relationship-oriented perspective.”

More than 1 year ago

About Desiree Aspiras

Focus areas

Anxiety

Stress Management

Work-Related Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Motivational Interviewing

Emotionally Focused

Narrative

Experiential Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Asian

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Desiree Aspiras

Are you struggling with what's on your plate, whether you are doing "what you're supposed to be doing," or feeling like an imposter at times? Are you transitioning into a new phase, or ready to do something different? Are you feeling urgency to finally do the inner work so you can live in alignment with your innermost desires & values? If so, I look forward to connecting with you. I can help you process and move through what’s holding you back right now from flourishing. Let’s work together to manage anxiety, low self esteem, depression, and avoid burnout. Together, we can identify what's not working, help you find more clarity, and figure out what will serve you. Seeking therapy can feel scary but you are making the right choice. Give yourself permission to take time for yourself. You deserve a space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can overcome the challenges that have brought you here. Let's work together! I use a variety of therapy styles & tailor my approach to your needs. Mindfulness, connecting to creativity, and a culturally informed social-justice lens also inform my practice and are important to me. I often assign homework between sessions. This might look like exercises or activities to engage in, or prompts to consider and reflect upon. I want for you to feel heard, understood, and validated. At the same time, know that I will challenge you when it is appropriate, and encourage you to experiment with doing things differently than you may have done before. Relief & healing is possible, change and flourishing is possible, but not without effort on your part. Therapy is about getting the support you need, while learning ways to cope, recover, grow, and thrive.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I work alongside my clients with to help them move towards their goals and reconnect with what matters most to them. I also believe that inspiring individuals to find hope and meaning is essential to creating significant change and personal growth.

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More information on payments and coverage

Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.

Popular visit reasons

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Stress Management

Therapy

Worry

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Grow Therapy

Education and training

University of San Diego, Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy
University of California, Los Angeles (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1760878490

Patient reviews

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Overall rating

4.84

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I finally found someone who I feel completely safe to be myself and share what I am going through with an honesty I haven't been able to express before. Thank you DD!