Welcome, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and PsyD candidate focusing on clients with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, parenting, divorce, trauma, substance abuse, breast cancer, and Survivors of childhood sexual abuse. I work with individuals, adults, and young adults. I have extensive experience working in non-profit organizations with culturally diverse populations, working with individuals, adolescents, and young adults from a natural, strength-based, and client-centered approach. My clinical experiences include West Valley Counseling in Tarzana, CA practicing depth psychology, active imagination, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy. I spent 3 years at For the Future and Guiding Our Youth, a short-term residential treatment program working with at-risk adolescents ages 13-17 who have experienced loss, neglect, abuse, subsequent substance abuse, PTSD, and trauma. Before becoming a therapist, I worked for over 20 years as an actor in the entertainment industry and can personally understand what contributes to depression, anxiety, and a compromised sense of self. Goals ● Increase Self-Esteem and Self-Acceptance ● Strengthen Coping and Interpersonal Skills ● Stress and Self-Care Management ● Provide a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship

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

To maintain the highest standard of safety, I am currently seeing clients only via a secure videoconferencing platform. My practice is trauma-informed and relational. I look forward to supporting you on your journey toward the life you desire and deserve.

What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?

Emotionally Focused Humanistic Jungian Psychodynamic Somatic Psychotherapy Strength-Based Trauma Focused

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

My approach to therapy is one of complete authenticity and directness. I work with clients in a strength-based and empathic way so that they can work through obstacles that are impacting their quality of life. The purpose of my work is to empower clients and specifically for clients to understand the emotional & psychological benefits of healthy perceptions and healthy interpersonal relationships. I enjoy working with creative individuals and helping people struggling with self-esteem, boundaries, relationship issues, and life transitions.

About Maxine Bahns