Maelinda Turner, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“She is responsive to my grief and gives me follow-up activities to do to help me cope with the grieving process. I am so fortunate to have found her to help me through the sudden death of my husband.”

More than 1 year ago

About Maelinda Turner

Focus areas

Anger Management

Mental Health Problem

Stress Management

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Relationship Counseling

Worry

Couples Therapy

Stress

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Couples

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Coaching

Eclectic

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

Culturally Sensitive

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Maelinda Turner

Hi there, I'm Maelinda! I am about the soft life. Soft life is a life of self-care where you make yourself a priority. It is a life that emphasizes reduced stress, dispelling false narratives, and good boundaries. You are worthy, and it is your time to breathe. I provide individual therapy for a range of issues, including stress, grief, multicultural issues, anxiety, and depression. I have a specialty in trauma (current, previous, intergenerational) and use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) as the primary treatment modality for trauma work. I have been practicing Social Work for 24 years and received my Master's in Social Work from Columbia University in 1998, as well as my Master of Divinity from Union Theological Seminary. I have an integrative, psycho-spiritual focus and incorporate metaphysical techniques and understanding into my work with clients. My open-minded and open-hearted approach encourages empowerment, insight, and practical tools. I am open to all spiritual perspectives and describe my practice as holistic psychotherapy focusing on the mind, body, and spirit connection.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Stress Management

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. South

Education and training

Columbia University, Master's in Social Work
Union Theological Seminary, Master's in Divinity

NPI number

1891962817

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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2 reviews

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She is responsive to my grief and gives me follow-up activities to do to help me cope with the grieving process. I am so fortunate to have found her to help me through the sudden death of my husband.

More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

December 4, 2025Rebecca P.Verified patientVideo visit

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What practice does Maelinda Turner work with?

Maelinda Turner works with Rula Health - L.A. South.

What are common reasons for patients to see Maelinda Turner?

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

What languages does Maelinda Turner speak?

Maelinda Turner speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Maelinda Turner in reviews?

2 patients have reviewed Maelinda Turner. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.