Licensed to practice in California and accepts 29 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict and 7 more.
(she/her)
I know from experience that looking for a therapist could be stressful. If you are here then you are on the right path and I am here to walk it with you. My name is Marypaz Garrdea. I am a bilingual, Spanish and English, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I am also a clinical psychologist from Mexico City with more than 15 years of experience. My passion is to provide psychotherapy to adolescents, adults, and families in a compassionate environment full of support and understanding. At the same time, giving you the tools to grow and achieve your goals in life. “Because life is not what it’s supposed to be. It is what it is. The way you cope with it is what makes the difference” Virginia Satir.
You can except to feel hope that things are going to be ok. And be sure this will be your safe space, the place where you can talk, cry, vent, be mad, express any feelings and emotions without feeling judge.
I provide psychotherapy to families, adolescents, and adults. The common theoretical approach that I use is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Therapy, Culture Sensitive, and Integrative Therapy in a mindful setting. I believe effective goal setting needs to be realistic and achievable for clients; therefore, I always suggest starting with baby steps to ensure they are comfortable.
Most of the clients I have worked with have struggled with depression, anxiety, family problems, life transitions, low self-esteem, relationship problems, abusive relationships, pornography addiction, and many more.
Most of the clients I have worked with have struggled with depression, anxiety, family problems, life transitions, low self-esteem, relationship problems, abusive relationships, pornography addiction, and many more.
Cash - $200 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
AvMed
Blue Shield
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
IHSS Healthy Workers
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Sharp Health Plan
Surest (formerly Bind)
Sutter Health Plan
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
4 ratings with written reviews
July 28, 2026
I highly recommend Marypaz Garrdea. She is an exceptional psychologist who is compassionate, understanding, and truly cares about the well-being of her clients. She creates a safe and supportive environment where you feel heard and respected. Her guidance has helped me better understand my thoughts and emotions while giving me the tools to make healthier decisions.
May 12, 2026
Marypaz was lovely and everything she presented was exactly what I was looking for. A hand to hold and voice to remind me how to make my way back to myself. It was important to me to speak to someone who could understand the perspective of a Latina woman as I navigate through a difficult time as a mother, sister and daughter of a family-oriented culture. Having someone who speaks my native tongue also provides a feeling of safety and home.
June 12, 2025
Maripaz makes me feel welcome, comfortable and like she is a safe space.