What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Menuka is outstanding and I‚Äôm really thankful for having connected with her for my first experience with therapy. Her approach really helped me feel at ease quickly with her attentiveness and sincere care. Truly a positive experience.”
Less than 1 month ago
About Menuka Senaratne
Focus areas
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Women's Issues Therapy
Codependency
Sexual Abuse Counseling
Work-Related Counseling
Peer Relationship Struggles
Stress
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Attachment-based
Compassion Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Asian
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Menuka Senaratne
Hi there, I'm Menuka!
My name is Menuka Senaratne, and I am a licensed professional counselor dedicated to helping people access their inner strengths and effect change in their personal lives. I value being of service to others-a passion that stems from my commitment to empowering motivated individuals to develop healthy coping skills, express their needs, and resolve issues to achieve happiness and self-actualization. I hold a Master's in Counseling from Palo Alto University, which has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to support my clients effectively.
My approach
I offer a compassionate and collaborative space for individuals seeking growth and healing. My therapeutic approach combines evidence-based methods, including cognitive-behavioral, somatic, trauma, and emotion-focused theories, to address each client's unique needs. By integrating these modalities, I support clients in building self-awareness, processing difficult emotions, and fostering resilience. Together, we work toward meaningful change and empowerment, tailoring each session to create a safe and supportive environment for exploration and transformation.
My focus
I enjoy working with older teens, adults, and couples and have experience treating mood-related disorders such as anxiety and depression, relationship issues, family dysfunction, multicultural issues, and trauma.
My communication style
I prioritize fostering an emotionally safe and collaborative environment for my clients. My approach is rooted in empathy and active listening, allowing me to deeply understand my clients' experiences and build a genuine therapeutic connection.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Palo Alto University, Master's in Counseling
NPI number
1932848371
Patient reviews
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5.00
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Menuka is outstanding and I’m really thankful for having connected with her for my first experience with therapy. Her approach really helped me feel at ease quickly with her attentiveness and sincere care. Truly a positive experience.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does Menuka Senaratne work with?
Menuka Senaratne works with Rula Health - L.A. East.
What are common reasons for patients to see Menuka Senaratne?
Menuka Senaratne frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Menuka Senaratne on their profile.
What languages does Menuka Senaratne speak?
Menuka Senaratne speaks English.