Malena Puentes, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Malena Puentes

Focus areas

Anxiety

Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Women's Issues Therapy

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Panic Attack

Depression

Stress

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Families

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

EMDR

Relational

Integrative

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Malena Puentes

I use an eclectic approach that creates a safe, healing space that includes the client’s needs. I soundly believe that if you can change your thoughts, you can change how you feel and improve the overall quality of your life. We are meant to have fulfilling lives. My goal is to assist clients recognized the strengths that they naturally hold while helping them feel encouraged and supported through this journey of personal growth. I believe therapy is a journey of self-discovery of one’s underlying issues and an opportunity to see the unique potential of resiliency and empowerment they hold. It is never too late to regain control of your life and gain the utmost self-awareness. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Octave

NPI number

1023224946

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Malena Puentes?

Generally, Malena Puentes has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Malena Puentes's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Malena Puentes accepting new patients?

Malena Puentes generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Malena Puentes's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Malena Puentes accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Malena Puentes online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Malena Puentes using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Malena Puentes work with?

Malena Puentes works with Octave.

What are common reasons for patients to see Malena Puentes?

Malena Puentes frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Malena Puentes on their profile.