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Mai Gattenyo

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

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Hi! I'm Mai Gattenyo, AMFT (59934) supervised by Lexi Molloy LCSW. I provide virtual therapy in California to adults and couples (Aetna, Anthem, CenCal, Sliding Scale). I work with couples at all stages using Gottman and EFT, including premarital couples who want to build a strong foundation, and couples navigating repeating arguments, disconnection, or intimacy concerns. I also work with adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety,overthinking, perfectionism, or burnout. Even when things appear fine on paper, you may still feel exhausted, disconnected from yourself, or unsure of what you truly want in dating, career, or friendships.
My therapeutic style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I use tools from CBT, Psychodynamic, Existential Therapy, EFT Gottman to help you understand the patterns shaping your life. I am also committed to providing culturally responsive care for the Jewish community, offering a supportive space to explore identity, belonging, and the impact of antisemitism.
I believe that we all have the capacity for growth and to author a life that feels meaningful through understanding our patterns with compassion. Whatever brings you in, my goal is to help you make sense of your story so you can live authentically. Reach out today for a free 15 minute consultation.
Call or Mai Gattenyo now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 514-0498

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 514-0498
My website
I offer therapy sessions online on Wednesdays and Thursdays during the day time, and have some availability for Monday evenings.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (619) 514-0498
Photo of Mai Gattenyo, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 514-0498
My website
I offer therapy sessions online on Wednesdays and Thursdays during the day time, and have some availability for Monday evenings.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $175
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • CenCal
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Through my group practice, I am in-network for Aetna, Anthem, and CenCal, which means we can bill under my supervisor. I also offer sliding scale. Please reach out with any questions, I am happy to explore how to make therapy affordable.
Photo of Mai Gattenyo, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Mai Gattenyo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 514-0498
"
Through my group practice, I am in-network for Aetna, Anthem, and CenCal, which means we can bill under my supervisor. I also offer sliding scale. Please reach out with any questions, I am happy to explore how to make therapy affordable.
Photo of Mai Gattenyo, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Mai Gattenyo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 514-0498

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / AMFT 159934 Supervised by Lexi Molloy (California / LCSW 109599) Mai Gattenyo
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Cal State University Long Beach, M.S Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2025
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Chapman University Masters in Leadership Development
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In addition to being a therapist, I bring a decade of experience in leadership consulting and non-profits. I understand the pressures of trying to have it all together, navigating stress, workplace conflict, and burnout. I specialize in working with executives and C-suite navigating stress.
Photo of Mai Gattenyo, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Mai Gattenyo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 514-0498
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In addition to being a therapist, I bring a decade of experience in leadership consulting and non-profits. I understand the pressures of trying to have it all together, navigating stress, workplace conflict, and burnout. I specialize in working with executives and C-suite navigating stress.
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Mai Gattenyo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 514-0498

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Career Counseling
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Relationship Issues
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I am passionate about relational work and couples struggling with recurring conflict, intimacy, or the impacts of the stress cycle on their relationship. We will explore what attachment needs are underneath the cycle to help you reconnect, rebuild friendship, and strengthen connection.
Photo of Mai Gattenyo, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Mai Gattenyo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 514-0498
"
I am passionate about relational work and couples struggling with recurring conflict, intimacy, or the impacts of the stress cycle on their relationship. We will explore what attachment needs are underneath the cycle to help you reconnect, rebuild friendship, and strengthen connection.
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Mai Gattenyo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 514-0498

3 Endorsements

May Liu
May Liu
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateMSAMFT
Mai brings an incredible amount of knowledge and experience with helping her clients navigate career challenges and life transitions. She is very humble with her approaches which allows for that comfy therapy setting all clients want and deserve!
Deepti Deshkulkarni
Deepti Deshkulkarni
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateMAMSAMFT
Mai is a wise and thoughtful therapist who brings warmth and deep insight into her practice. She excels in premarital and marital counseling, offering compassionate, practical, and grounded support to help couples build stronger, healthier relationships.
Malaina Morris
Malaina Morris
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateAMFTMS
Mai and I worked together in a therapy setting for young adults. She demonstrates insight and empathy toward young adults facing anxiety surrounding life transitions post-college. Mai brings an informed, relational, and kind approach to her clients.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Hebrew

Religion

Jewish

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Hebrew

Religion

Jewish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Gottman Method
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
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I am an integrative therapist and pull from a variety of modalities to support clients. My approach is collaborative and direct, and I pull from an existential lens to help you navigate life's big questions to help you live a more authentic and purposeful life.
Photo of Mai Gattenyo, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Mai Gattenyo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 514-0498
"
I am an integrative therapist and pull from a variety of modalities to support clients. My approach is collaborative and direct, and I pull from an existential lens to help you navigate life's big questions to help you live a more authentic and purposeful life.
Photo of Mai Gattenyo, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Mai Gattenyo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 514-0498

Location

Primary Location

San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 514-0498
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I offer therapy sessions online on Wednesdays and Thursdays during the day time, and have some availability for Monday evenings.
Photo of Mai Gattenyo, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Mai Gattenyo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 514-0498
"
I offer therapy sessions online on Wednesdays and Thursdays during the day time, and have some availability for Monday evenings.
Photo of Mai Gattenyo, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Mai Gattenyo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 514-0498