New to Grow
Maya Peters is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience in the field of mental health. She received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California and enjoys serving the diverse, multifaceted Southern California community. Her treatment methodology builds on an individual’s strengths and sees treatment as a collaborative endeavor that requires empathy, transparency, and client-centered goals.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
During our first session, we will gather information about how you're feeling now, some history about your past, and your goal for how you would like for therapy to help you feel as we continue to work together.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Clients have provided feedback about how the therapeutic rapport and relationship has been warm, compassionate, and supportive which has helped them feel seen, heard, and comfortable expressing vulnerable thoughts and feelings.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
Clients who seek to improve how they feel each day, improve their interactions with friends, family, and coworkers, and make changes in their thinking and behaviors in order to have better relationships and enjoy more out of their lives.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy treatment modality--15 years of experience using this model.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Assisting individuals explore how cultural experiences impact their relationships, their life experiences, and their mental health.
Multicultural
Assisting individuals incorporate minority stress model techniques in order to experience a more holistic sense of multiculturalism in their lives.
Sex Therapy
Assisting individuals develop more awareness of their sexuality and celebrate their unique relationship with their own sexuality.