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Maria Vakili
Trauma-informed LCSW in Los Angeles, CA specializing in PTSD, addiction, and culturally responsive therapy for individuals and families
Maria Vakili is a licensed clinical social worker (ACSW) in Los Angeles, CA, offering specialized trauma-informed care for individuals, couples, and groups. With expertise in treating addiction, PTSD, anxiety, and relationship issues, she provides a safe, empathetic space for clients to explore the root causes of emotional challenges. Her approach integrates attachment theory, Buddhist philosophy, EMDR, and inner-child healing to support holistic well-being across all age groups, including teens, adults, and elders.
As a clinician allied with diverse communities—including LGBTQ+, sex-positive, and racial justice groups—Maria provides culturally responsive therapy for those navigating complex issues like sexual abuse, codependency, and identity struggles. She works with clients to develop coping skills and navigate life's ups and downs through authentic connection, making her services particularly relevant for families and individuals seeking specialized support for trauma and mental health.
Offering both in-person and online sessions, Maria Vakili accepts a wide range of insurance plans including Medi-Cal, Medicaid, and major private carriers. Individual sessions are available for $160, and she is currently accepting new clients. For those seeking specialized counseling for special needs or trauma-related challenges, contact her directly at +1 (818) 696-8091 or visit her profile at Psychology Today.
At a Glance
Age GroupsTeen, Adults, Elders (65+)
SpecialtiesBisexual Allied, Blind Allied, Deaf Allied, Gay Allied, HIV / AIDS Allied, Immuno-disorders, Intersex Allied, Lesbian Allied, Little Person Allied, Non-Binary Allied, Queer Allied, Racial Justice Allied, Sex Worker Allied, Single Parent, Transgender Allied
InsuranceAetna, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, BlueCross and BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Carelon Health IPA of California (CHIPA), Cigna and Evernorth, Health Net, Humana, Inland Empire Health Plan, Kaiser (Out-of-Network), Magellan, MagnaCare, Managed Health Network (MHN), Medi-Cal, Medicaid, Medicare, MHNet Behavioral Health, MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Optum, Oscar Health, Oxford, Providence, Sutter, TRICARE, TriWest, United Medical Resources (UMR), UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
FeesIndividual sessions: $160
WaitlistCurrently accepting new clients
OnlineYes
Credentials
ACSW
Basic Information
| Additional Qualifications | ACSW |
| Age Group | Teen · Adults · Elders (65+) |
| Language | Farsi · Filipino · German · Hebrew · Hindi · Mandarin · Russian · Spanish · Vietnamese |
Education and Training
| Credentials | ACSW |
| Prelicense by | California |
| Supervisor License | 87813 |
| Supervisor | Camilla Lettinit |
Modalities and Specialties
Issue
AddictionAnger ManagementAnxietyBody ImageCodependencyCoping SkillsDepressionDivorceFamily ConflictFirst RespondersGamblingMarital and PremaritalNarcissistic Personality (NPD)Peer RelationshipsRacial IdentityRelationship IssuesSelf EsteemSex TherapySex-Positive, Kink AlliedSexual AbuseStressSubstance UseTrauma and PTSDWomen's Issues
Specialty
Bisexual AlliedBlind AlliedDeaf AlliedGay AlliedHIV / AIDS AlliedImmuno-disordersIntersex AlliedLesbian AlliedLittle Person AlliedNon-Binary AlliedQueer AlliedRacial Justice AlliedSex Worker AlliedSingle ParentTransgender Allied
Client Focus Participants
IndividualsCouplesGroup
Therapy Delivery MethodsOnline / Telehealth · In-Person
Availability and Payment Options
| Payment Methods | American Express · Discover · Health Savings Account · Mastercard · Visa |
| Accepted Insurance Plans | Aetna · Blue Cross · Blue Shield · BlueCross and BlueShield · Carelon Behavioral Health · Carelon Health IPA of California (CHIPA) · Cigna and Evernorth · Health Net · Humana · Inland Empire Health Plan · Kaiser (Out-of-Network) · Magellan · MagnaCare · Managed Health Network (MHN) · Medi-Cal · Medicaid · Medicare · MHNet Behavioral Health · MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS) · Optum · Oscar Health · Oxford · Providence · Sutter · TRICARE · TriWest · United Medical Resources (UMR) · UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
| Offers Online Sessions | Yes |
| Waitlist Status | Currently accepting new clients |
| Fees | Individual sessions: $160 |
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