Karina Taitoa, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Karina Taitoa

Focus areas

Anger Management

Childhood Trauma

Personality Disorder

Anxiety

Codependency

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Bipolar Disorder

Life Transition

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Compassion Focused

Gottman Method

Trauma Focused

Motivational Interviewing

Psychodynamic

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Karina Taitoa

Hi there, I'm Karina! I’m a licensed clinical social worker, and I am dedicated to supporting you through life’s challenges, helping you reconnect with your strengths and find clarity, wherever you are in your journey. My focus I work with individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief and major life transitions, offering a safe and supportive space to explore meaning, growth and the clients unique needs. My approach I take a collaborative and strengths based approach to treatment, using a range of modalities, including CBT, ACT, mindfulness and existential exploration all within a framework that draws from established evidence-based approaches that is centered on your unique experience. My communication style I focus on clear, open communication in a non judge-mental space, and I see therapy as a partnership where we work toward your goals together. My journey to mental healthcare Because of my personal experiences growing up, I became deeply committed to providing care that is compassionate, inclusive, and focused on each persons unique path, and I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel seen, heard, and supported. My goals for you I help clients clarify what they want to work towards, and together we create personalized treatment goals, monitor progress, adjusting as needed, so each step forward is aligned with their values and vision. Our first session In our first session, after the initial intake, we’ll focus on getting a clear sense of what you hope to gain from therapy. We’ll identify what’s most important to you, set personalized treatment goals, and begin taking steps towards them together.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. West

Education and training

Arizona State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1265096549

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Karina Taitoa work with?

Karina Taitoa works with Rula Health - L.A. West.

What are common reasons for patients to see Karina Taitoa?

Karina Taitoa frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Karina Taitoa on their profile.