Makando Mutanda, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

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

Female

Ethnicity

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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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Racism Issues

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1073154928

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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.