Maria Aviña, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Maria Aviña

Focus areas

Anxiety

Development Disorder

Life Coaching

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Divorce Counseling

Relationship Struggles

Depression

Domestic Violence

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Culturally Sensitive

Motivational Interviewing

Family Systems

Multicultural

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx, Indigenous American or Alaska Native

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Maria Aviña

Hi there, I’m Maria Avina! For me, therapy is all about helping individuals find healing in many areas of their life. I have over 15 years of experience working as a therapist in the community. When I’m not practicing therapy, I spend time with my two sons, walk my dog, and go on hikes with my friends. My approach is to set clear goals for myself and my clients, treating every session as an opportunity to make progress. I approach therapy through a person-centered lens and other holistic approaches. I studied at Sonoma State University, where I obtained a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and have been a practicing therapist and counselor for over 15 years. I am excited to work with anyone seeking healing and self-growth. My clinical experience spans clients of all ages and from all walks of life. I am very empathetic with my clients; for me, building trust and rapport is very important. I listen and communicate with honesty. I also like to assign homework to ensure that clients feel accomplished. I provide counseling and therapy to people of all ages facing a wide range of difficulties in a gentle, supportive environment. At times when you feel overwhelmed, worried, hopeless, upset, afraid, angry, or alone, you can give yourself the gift of starting your healing process. I believe in the power of your inner healing and psyche wisdom and tapping into it to guide you. I approach the therapeutic process with a holistic lens, focusing on mind-body-spirit wellness—they are all connected and all matter. My background and training include liberation psychology, indigenous spirituality and medicine, mindfulness, meditation practices, trauma-focused behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, early childhood education, person-centered therapy, and intergenerational trauma.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

Sonoma State University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1649790791

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Maria Aviña work with?

Maria Aviña works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Maria Aviña?

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