My Services

Fees

Session cost is $175 and last between 50-60 minutes. A limited number of reduced fee spots are available—please inquire to learn more.

Insurance Accepted

I currently accept the following insurance plans: Aetna and Optum/UnitedHealthcare. If you're unsure about your coverage or how to get started, I’m happy to help guide you through the process.

Out of Network Benefits

I’m considered an out-of-network provider, which simply means I don’t bill insurance directly. If you have a PPO plan, you may be able to get reimbursed for part of your session cost using your out-of-network benefits. I’ll provide a superbill (a special receipt) to make that process simple. This setup gives us more freedom and privacy in our work together, while still helping you use your benefits if you’d like.

Therapy Sessions: In-Person & Online Options

I offer both in-person and virtual therapy sessions for adults 18+. In-person sessions are available in the Santa Clarita, CA area.

Due to licensing regulations, Mariel Ross is only able to provide therapy services within California. Telehealth therapy services are available for clients who reside within California state.

Individual Therapy

Who I Work With

I specialize in supporting individuals who may look “put together” on the outside but are struggling internally. Many of my clients identify with one or more of the following:

  • First-Gen or Adult Professionals managing cultural and family expectations

  • High-achievers navigating burnout, anxiety, or imposter syndrome

  • Adults who are people pleasers who are tired of overthinking, feeling responsible for everyone else’s emotions, and ready to find peace in saying “no.”

  • Working parents trying to do it all, you may be juggling careers, caregiving, and the pressure to be “on” all the time, often at the expense of their own well-being

  • Adults healing from childhood trauma, emotionally unavailable parents, or chronic stress in their upbringing.

Issues I Commonly Support

While everyone is unique, some of the concerns I most often help clients with include:

  • Anxiety, chronic stress, or overwhelm

  • Burnout and feeling emotionally numb or detached

  • Self-doubt, imposter syndrome, perfectionism

  • Family dynamics, boundaries, and generational trauma

  • Navigating big life transitions (new job, relationships, loss, parenting, etc.)

Specialties

Brainspotting Therapy

Brainspotting therapy goes even deeper into the body’s wisdom. Using your eye position as a guide, we locate the “brainspot” where trauma is held, and we stay with that point while gently tracking your body’s responses. It’s less structured than EMDR and often creates space for profound somatic release and insight—without having to over-explain or relive your story.

I completed phase 1&2 Brainspotting training with Awaken Consulting Services.

EMDR Therapy

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps process and rewire trauma responses stored in the brain and body. It’s especially effective for people who’ve experienced anxiety, PTSD, or painful memories that still feel “too close.” We use gentle bilateral stimulation (like eye movements, sound or tapping) to support your brain’s natural healing process.

I’ve completed Basic EMDR Training through EMDRConsulting.com (EMDRIA-approved) and continue to enhance my skills through ongoing consultation and advanced training.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, evidence-based approach that helps you understand and shift unhelpful thoughts and patterns. Together, we’ll work to build skills that support your goals, manage stress, and create meaningful change in your daily life.

I completed my CBT training at the Academy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.