Mya Painter, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Mya Painter

Focus areas

Anger Management

Bipolar Disorder

Depression

Anxiety

Codependency

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Coping Mechanism Development

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Compassion Focused

Humanistic

Culturally Sensitive

Interpersonal

Feminist

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English, French

Getting to know Mya Painter

Hi there, I'm Mya! Hello! My name is Mya Painter, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience dedicated to helping folks find the preferred stories of their lives. I earned my Master's in Marriage and Family Counseling from California State University Long Beach. I bring a collaborative, warm, open, and all-inclusive spirit to the therapy room, leaning on solution-focused and mindfulness-based practices to structure our therapeutic conversations. I combine a gentle touch with an even focus and directness, allowing me to help those who consult me overcome the struggles in their lives. My approach As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with 20+ years devoted to working with folks throughout the lifespan, I help clients find the preferred stories of their lives. A collaborative, open, and all-inclusive spirit is what you will find in my therapy room, where change can be realized, strengths are celebrated, and a warm, welcoming space awaits. I lean on a solution-focused lens to guide our dialogues and am informed by my mindfulness training to support you in leading a more balanced and healthy life. I bring a non-pathologizing, non-hierarchical perspective, honoring individual differences, diversity, and alternative ways of being. My focus In my current practice, I work with adult clients experiencing a variety of life transitions, adjustments, and challenges. Conversations about feelings of self-doubt, uncertainty, disappointment, fears, and worries about the future are ones I am very comfortable navigating and collaboratively unpacking with the clients I work with. My communication style I am warm, welcoming, and expressive with my smile. I strive to create an atmosphere of openness and safety. In conversation with me, you will notice that I am attentive, a good listener, and mindful of creating balanced dialogue. While I have a gentle touch, I am also direct and focused with my feedback.

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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 - L.A. South

Education and training

California State University Long Beach, Master's in Marriage and Family Counseling

NPI number

1295939346

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Mya Painter?

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Is Mya Painter accepting new patients?

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

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Can I make an appointment with Mya Painter online?

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What practice does Mya Painter work with?

Mya Painter works with Rula Health - L.A. South.

What are common reasons for patients to see Mya Painter?

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