Maira Simonian

With a genuine interest and natural ability to understand and listen to people, Maira Simonian brings warmth and empathy to her therapeutic practice. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Maira specializes in helping adults, adolescents, and children navigate through a range of emotional, behavioral, and adjustment challenges. Her approach is rooted in creating a non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to express themselves and work through their difficulties.

Maira's expertise spans a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, life transitions, substance abuse, and relationship problems. She employs a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches, tailoring her methods to meet the individual needs of each client. This personalized approach allows her to address the unique circumstances and goals of those she serves.

With a Master's degree in Social Work and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Maira's educational background provides a solid foundation for her practice. Her professional experience is equally impressive, having worked as a hospital social worker at Mercy Medical Center and at Golden Valley Health Center. These roles have given her valuable insights into working with clients facing mental health challenges, substance abuse issues, addictions, divorce, relationship problems, and mood disorders.

What sets Maira apart is her total commitment to her clients and her ability to create a strong therapeutic alliance. She prides herself on integrating all aspects of counseling and seeing beyond just the spoken word to understand what is truly happening in a client's life. This holistic approach allows her to provide comprehensive care that addresses both immediate concerns and underlying issues.

Maira's multicultural background has instilled in her a deep appreciation for diversity and a desire to help clients from all walks of life. She is passionate about empowering her clients to face and cope with life's challenges, while also educating them about mental health and overall well-being. For Maira, the privilege of being involved in and helping clients overcome life challenges or life-crippling mental health issues is both satisfying and rewarding, driving her commitment to making a positive difference in people's lives.