Maria Avitia, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Maria Avitia

Focus areas

Alzheimer's Disease

Depression

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Anxiety

Divorce Counseling

Self Esteem Issues

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Impulse Control Disorder (ICD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Psychodynamic

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Maria Avitia

Hello, my name is Maria G. Avitia, LCSW License #120538. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Los Angeles, CA, and I work with clients via telehealth. I work with adults and the elderly population. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and stress using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I earned my Master's in Social Work from California State University, Dominguez Hills. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a modality to help clients build understanding of their situation and learn coping skills. I have found my style and approach to be a good fit for adults and the elderly population. I specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and grief/loss. I work to help clients navigate their concerns, allowing them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook on life. My communication style is calm, accommodating, and personable. I want my clients to feel comfortable, and I take pride in using active listening skills. I decided to become a therapist to assist people in overcoming problems and concerns in their lives. The rewarding feeling that comes from helping someone is what drives me. I enjoy seeing individuals become the best version of themselves. My goal is to work together to develop a therapeutic alliance and define what the client wants to accomplish. We start by building trust, creating comfort, and working together to set goals and track progress. During the first session, we conduct introductions, discuss how the client is currently feeling, and ask questions to better understand their concerns. The goal is to build an initial connection and gain a clearer sense of how we can move forward.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Hoarding Disorder

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Anxiety

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Hoarding Disorder

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. East

Education and training

California State University, Dominguez Hills, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1851632061

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Maria Avitia work with?

Maria Avitia works with Rula Health - L.A. East.

What are common reasons for patients to see Maria Avitia?

Maria Avitia frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Maria Avitia on their profile.