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Mariana Barajas
LPCC

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High satisfaction rate with clients

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Are you a first-gen woman of color feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or carrying financial and cultural pressure that feels heavy to hold alone? You may be navigating life milestones without a roadmap: college, career, money decisions, family expectations, while feeling like you’re behind. As a first-gen Mexican-American therapist, I understand how cultural experiences shape your relationship with self. Clients often come to therapy feeling overwhelmed and leave with greater clarity, emotional regulation, and self-trust. If you’re ready to feel supported I invite you to book a session and take the next step toward healing.

About Mariana

Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

Centivo, Blue Shield of California, Health Net, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO

Communication Style

Authentic, Empowering, Exploratory, Holistic, Warm

Focus areas

Anxiety, Burnout, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Individual Therapy, Life Transitions, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Stress, Trauma, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

BIPOC, Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, Parents, Immigrants, Students, Latine Community

Years of Experience

4+
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If you’re ready to feel supported I invite you to book a session and take the next step toward healing.

License number

#11671

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Languages Spoken

English, Spanish

Education

MA - Counseling, Loyola Marymount University

Interests

Yoga, plant-based cooking, and spending time with my friends, family, and cat. I love pet-sitting while friends and family are away. Listening to finance and feminist podcasts.

License details

Mariana Barajas,
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
#11671 (exp June 2028)