Nelia Navarro Taminaya MFT

I am Nelia Navarro Taminaya, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) passionate about guiding individuals, couples, and families towards healing and personal growth. I believe in the transformative power of therapy as a tool to navigate life's challenges and achieve lasting fulfillment.

With over 12 years of experience in the mental health field, I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations in various settings, including outpatient clinics, school districts, psychiatric hospitals, and hospital emergency departments. My clinical expertise covers a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, marital problems, trauma, and relationship issues.

Services Provided

Individual Therapy

• Trauma-informed therapy to address past experiences that impact current functioning
• Depression and anxiety management
• Grief and loss counseling
• Identity exploration and self-discovery
• Relationship and communication improvement

Couples Therapy

• Couples communication and conflict resolution
• Premarital counseling
• Marriage enrichment and intimacy
• Strengthening emotional connection
• Improving parenting skills

Family Therapy

• Family conflict resolution
• Strengthening family dynamics
• Communication and boundaries
• Managing child behavioral problems
• Fostering positive family relationships

My Approach

I believe in a collaborative and client-centered approach to therapy, where the client is the expert in their own life and I am a guide. My therapeutic style is warm, supportive, and compassionate. I utilize evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and attachment-based interventions to support clients in achieving lasting change.