What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Maria has truly been amazing. I’ve heard it’s very hard finding the right therapist for you when just starting therapy but i’ve been lucky enough to find Maria and quickly. She’s very supportive, understanding, and challenges me in the right ways.”
Less than 1 year ago
“Maria has truly been amazing. I’ve heard it’s very hard finding the right therapist for you when just starting therapy but i’ve been lucky enough to find Maria and quickly. She’s very supportive, understanding, and challenges me in the right ways.”
Less than 1 year ago
About Maria Avila
Focus areas
Anxiety
Stress
Depression
Therapy
Psychotherapy
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Compassion Focused
Person-Centered
EMDR
Somatic
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know Maria Avila
Hola! My name is Maria, and I'm a first-generation therapist seeing clients in person and virtually from Ventura, CA. I hold a Master's in Social Work from California State University Long Beach. I specialize in working with women who have experienced sexual abuse and supporting daughters who have faced emotional neglect due to emotionally immature or unavailable parents. In therapy, we do the work to become the adults we've always deserved to be.
In our work together, my goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore the impact of your past and how it's showing up in your life now. I take a compassionate, client-centered approach, drawing from different therapeutic methods like Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Healing, and EMDR, depending on what fits best for you.
We'll dive deep into the emotional and physical toll of trauma, whether it's from childhood sexual abuse, growing up with emotionally unavailable parents, or navigating the complexities of being a first-generation individual. I'm here to help you unpack feelings of guilt, shame, or anxiety and work through patterns that no longer serve you. Together, we'll also look at how cultural expectations and intergenerational trauma may have played a role in shaping your experiences.
More information on payments and coverage
Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- California State University Long Beach, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1932568839
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
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Maria has truly been amazing. I’ve heard it’s very hard finding the right therapist for you when just starting therapy but i’ve been lucky enough to find Maria and quickly. She’s very supportive, understanding, and challenges me in the right ways.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Maria has truly been amazing. I’ve heard it’s very hard finding the right therapist for you when just starting therapy but i’ve been lucky enough to find Maria and quickly. She’s very supportive, understanding, and challenges me in the right ways.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Less than 6 months agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
How soon can I make an appointment with Maria Avila?
Generally, Maria Avila has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Maria Avila's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Maria Avila accepting new patients?
Maria Avila generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Maria Avila's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Maria Avila accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Maria Avila online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Maria Avila using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Maria Avila work with?
Maria Avila works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Maria Avila?
Maria Avila frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Maria Avila on their profile.
What languages does Maria Avila speak?
Maria Avila speaks English and Spanish.