What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Hands down the best therapist I‚Äôve had to date. Makando has a kind, patient, methodical approach that holds you accountable when it‚Äôs needed. I‚Äôve learned more about myself in the last year than I have in my 36 years on this earth. Thank you so much for the work you do.”
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About Makando Mutanda
Focus areas
Anxiety
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Self Esteem Issues
Depression
Psychological Trauma
Sex Therapy
Life Transition
Relationship Struggles
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Attachment-based
Compassion Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Makando Mutanda
Hi there, I'm Makando!
My name is Makando Mutanda, LCSW, MPH, Certified Sex Therapist, and 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT). I earned my Master�s in Social Work from the University of Southern California. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I approach therapy from a compassionate, holistic, multi-systems perspective rooted in social justice and liberation. My focus areas include trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and the impact of racial and generational trauma on mental health.
My approach
Guided by a social constructionist model, I view therapy as a collaborative process where client experiences, cultural backgrounds, and shared interactions shape meaning and understanding. I use a strengths-based and solution-focused client-centered approach that honors each client�s unique story. My work integrates trauma-informed practices, including body-based therapies and other modalities, to support emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. By considering the personal, familial, societal, and structural systems that influence mental health, I strive to create a healing space focused on growth, resilience, and justice.
My goals for you
I approach goal setting with clients as a collaborative and dynamic process. Together, we explore their individual strengths, challenges, and aspirations to identify meaningful and achievable goals that align with their values and experiences.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1073154928
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Hands down the best therapist I’ve had to date. Makando has a kind, patient, methodical approach that holds you accountable when it’s needed. I’ve learned more about myself in the last year than I have in my 36 years on this earth. Thank you so much for the work you do.
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What practice does Makando Mutanda work with?
Makando Mutanda works with Rula Health - San Diego.
What are common reasons for patients to see Makando Mutanda?
Makando Mutanda frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Makando Mutanda on their profile.
What languages does Makando Mutanda speak?
Makando Mutanda speaks English.