Meet Your Therapist!

 

Talia Meeks, AMFT

Therapist

License #164201

About

Talia is a compassionate and collaborative therapist who works primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, family concerns, relationship changes, loss, and significant life transitions. She believes therapy begins with creating a space where clients feel safe, heard, respected, and accepted without judgment. Talia works collaboratively with clients to help them understand their experiences, develop healthier emotional regulation habits, strengthen communication skills, and build practical tools for navigating life's challenges. Her goal is to meet each client where they are while supporting them in developing greater confidence, self-awareness, and resilience.

Who I Work With

Children & Teens

Young Adults

Individuals Experiencing Loss & Transition

Approach

Client-centered, collaborative approach that emphasizes safety, trust, and genuine connection.

Her approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), allowing her to balance exploration and reflection with structure and practical skill-building.

What Clients Can Expect

Talia takes time to build trust and establish a strong therapeutic relationship before asking clients to engage in deeper therapeutic work. She believes clients should have a voice in their treatment and works with them—not simply for them—to identify goals and develop strategies that feel realistic and meaningful.

Communities & Populations Served

Talia is especially comfortable working with communities of color and individuals from low-income communities. Her personal and professional experiences have shaped her commitment to creating an inclusive therapeutic environment where clients feel understood, respected, and accepted. She has also received training in cultural humility and sexual orientation and gender identity.

Insurance

  • Aetna

  • Blue Shield of California

  • Cigna / Evernorth

  • Magellan Behavioral Health

  • Lyra Health

  • Meritain Health

  • Medicare

  • Optum

  • UMR

  • UnitedHealthcare (UHC)

Availability

Telehealth: Monday-Friday 10am-6pm