My name is Dr. Mara Justice, I am a Licensed Psychologist in California. I have a doctorate in Clinical Forensic Psychology and I have been working in the field of psychology for 6 years. My experience is working with adults in forensic setting with mood disorders and psychotic disorders by helping them understand their symptoms and develop coping skills and risk management plans. I am doing private practice part time and my availability is limited to every other Friday.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Our first session will be a brief introduction and discussion of the therapy process, then we will dive into reviewing your symptoms and history to allow me to get a better understanding of your diagnosis and your goals for therapy.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have experience helping individuals learn to navigate and understand their mental illness and assist them in developing skills to better manage their symptoms. I have experience evaluating and treating individuals with severe mental illnesses including doing forensic assessments/evaluations.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I enjoy working with individuals who are looking to better understand ways to cope with their symptoms and improve their overall quality of life.
About Mara Justice
Mara Justice offers therapy covered by CalViva Health (Medi-Cal), Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal), Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal), Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Health Net (Medi-Cal), Kern Family Health Care - Medi-Cal, L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Orange County Mental Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal) and San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal) in California.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT to assist clients in understanding how their thoughts affect their behavior and emotions.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I use mindfulness to assist clients in staying present and learning be more in tune to their thoughts and emotions.