Hello and welcome! I'm Gassia. I graduated with my Master's in Social Work from the University of Southern California in 2016. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, one of my main goals as a therapist is to empower individuals, parents and teens, and couples to lead fulfilling and meaningful lives by fostering positive connections and enhancing emotional well-being. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, and work toward personal growth and relationship improvement. By promoting open communication, empathy, and understanding, I aim to help clients develop healthier coping skills, gain insight into their challenges, and build stronger connections with themselves and others. Ultimately, I seek to be a catalyst for positive change and empower my clients to navigate life's challenges with resilience and confidence. When I'm not working, I like to spend my time in nature, at the gym, or with my friends and family. I love to travel and explore new places. Over the last few years, I have realized how important grounding myself is for my mental health, so I try my best to incorporate mindfulness practices in my day to day.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Some key takeaways clients can expect while working with me include, improvements in self-awareness, enhanced coping strategies, better communication skills, increased emotional regulation, and overall resilience. My outlook on life includes living by the quote " Life is a journey, not a destination".

What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?

One of my strengths is naturally creating a warm environment for my clients. In doing so, I am dedicated to personalizing my services and therapeutic approach to each individual’s unique needs. In my practice, I use a combination of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness, inner-child work, Solution-Focused and Human-Centered, because I find that these practices can help address feelings of depression, anxiety, and self-esteem.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I am passionate about fostering positive relationships between teens and parents. My focus is on building strong connections that empower both teenagers and their families to navigate the complexities of adolescence together. With a deep understanding of the challenges young minds face in today's world, I'm committed to creating a nurturing and supportive environment. My approach is rooted in compassion, communication, and understanding, as I firmly believe that open dialogue is the foundation for growth and transformation.

About Gassia Guiragossian