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Yara Mawad
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Photo of Yara Mawad, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT

Yara Mawad

Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Let's Connect (424) 688-1358
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Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? You don’t have to go through it alone. It’s natural to hit moments in life where growth feels out of reach or old patterns keep us from moving forward. Therapy offers a supportive space to explore your emotions, better understand your behaviors, and reconnect with yourself. Whether you’re working through relationship struggles, addiction, anxiety, depression, life transitions, or past trauma, support is here for you — and healing doesn’t have to be something you face on your own.
In our work together, we’ll gently explore your past, make space for healing, and build practical tools for a more grounded and intentional future. My approach is personalized and rooted in evidence-based practices, offering a balance of validation, self-care, and clear strategies to support lasting change.
If you’re ready to take the next step toward healing and growth, I’m here to walk with you. I offer in-person sessions at Jenna Laski & Associates in Santa Monica (private pay only), and remote sessions through Modern Life Solutions (insurance accepted). Spots are limited, so reach out today to reserve your place and begin this meaningful work.
Call or Yara Mawad now for a free 15 minute consultation - (424) 688-1358

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Los Angeles, CA 90064

(424) 688-1358

Modern Life Solutions

Long Beach, CA 90815

In person in Santa Monica - private pay; Remotely Modern Life Solutions - insurance. Best way to reach me is email.
I specialize in Substance Use, Relationship Issues and Life Transitions 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (424) 688-1358
Photo of Yara Mawad, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Los Angeles, CA 90064

(424) 688-1358

Modern Life Solutions

Long Beach, CA 90815

In person in Santa Monica - private pay; Remotely Modern Life Solutions - insurance. Best way to reach me is email.
I specialize in Substance Use, Relationship Issues and Life Transitions 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Wire

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Shield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Magellan
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • Medi-Cal
  • Medicare
  • Sentara Health Plans
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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If you are planning to use insurance, I only offer virtual sessions. If you are planning to do private pay and OON benefits, I can offer in-person.
Photo of Yara Mawad, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Yara Mawad
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 688-1358
"
If you are planning to use insurance, I only offer virtual sessions. If you are planning to do private pay and OON benefits, I can offer in-person.
Photo of Yara Mawad, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Yara Mawad
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 688-1358

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 140384 Supervised by Jenna Laski (California / 50846) Yara Mawad
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 4 years
  • Attended University of Southern California , M.S. Marriage and Family Therapy , Graduated 2023
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Modern Life Solutions: Supervised by Aaron Quiroz and Michael Lemley
Photo of Yara Mawad, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Yara Mawad
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 688-1358
"
Modern Life Solutions: Supervised by Aaron Quiroz and Michael Lemley
Photo of Yara Mawad, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Yara Mawad
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 688-1358

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Substance Use
  • Relationship Issues
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Child
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I work with several presenting problems, however, these are the top issues I work with.
Photo of Yara Mawad, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Yara Mawad
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 688-1358
"
I work with several presenting problems, however, these are the top issues I work with.
Photo of Yara Mawad, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Yara Mawad
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 688-1358

4 Endorsements

Carey Louden
Carey Louden
Associate Professional Clinical CounselorMAAPCC
Yara and I work together at the same private practice. She is a great therapist and cares about her clients deeply.
Sasha Feldman
Sasha Feldman
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateAMFT
Yara is a wonderful therapist who cares deeply about her clients. Her role as a therapist is not just a job for her, but also a life mission. Her incredible compassion coupled with her knowledge and expertise makes her an amazing clinician.
Best Strong Self
Best Strong Self
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTCoach
Compassionate, flexible therapist with a positive attitude. Provides a safe space for individuals and couples to express themselves and feel supported. She'll help you find personalized ways of healing and feeling happier day to day.
Amber Lee Crume
Amber Lee Crume
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Yara is a gifted clinician with a natural ability to connect using a variety of treatment modalities. Her direct yet compassionate approach helps clients and couples heal. A creative problem solver, she finds innovative ways to support lasting change.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Arabic

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Arabic

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use psycho-education with my clients when using theoretical approaches. I take time to get to know the client before deciding what approach would possibly work best. For example, CBT would look more evidence based and we will explore patterns of behavior, feelings attached to those behaviors, and thought processes.
Photo of Yara Mawad, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Yara Mawad
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 688-1358
"
I often use psycho-education with my clients when using theoretical approaches. I take time to get to know the client before deciding what approach would possibly work best. For example, CBT would look more evidence based and we will explore patterns of behavior, feelings attached to those behaviors, and thought processes.
Photo of Yara Mawad, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Yara Mawad
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 688-1358

Location

Primary Location

Los Angeles, CA 90064

(424) 688-1358

Additional Location

Modern Life Solutions

Long Beach, CA 90815

(424) 688-1358
"
In person in Santa Monica - private pay; Remotely Modern Life Solutions - insurance. Best way to reach me is email.
Photo of Yara Mawad, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Yara Mawad
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (424) 688-1358
"
In person in Santa Monica - private pay; Remotely Modern Life Solutions - insurance. Best way to reach me is email.
Photo of Yara Mawad, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Yara Mawad
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (424) 688-1358