Therapist in Poway, California Mayra Aparicio Reyes, Therapist

Mayra Reyes, LCSW, helps children, teens, and adults across California build resilience, manage emotional challenges, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life. At LifeStance Health, she provides therapy tailored to each person’s unique experiences, offering support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based care, creating a safe space where patients feel heard and empowered. She has experience supporting children and adolescents, including those navigating ADHD and childhood behavior issues, as well as adults facing life transitions and emotional stressors. Mayra integrates proven methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques to help patients develop practical coping skills and long-term strategies for well-being. She also has experience working with diverse populations, including individuals within the LGBTQ+ community, first responders, and those on the autism spectrum, and offers additional areas of support to meet a wide range of needs. Mayra is passionate about helping individuals facing anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns. She understands how these challenges can impact daily functioning, relationships, and overall quality of life, and she works closely with patients to foster healing, emotional regulation, and renewed confidence. Fluent in Spanish, Mayra provides culturally responsive care and connect with a broader range of patients and families. Outside of her clinical work, she enjoys gardening, running, reading, and spending time with loved ones.