Dr. Mariam Giurgius
Psychological Associate
626-263-7528/Ex 16
Office Location: Pasadena and Teletherapy
Services Offered: Individual therapy, couples therapy, premarital therapy, and family therapy
Ages: Adolescents, Emerging Adults and Adults
Stress and anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity issues, life transitions, relational concerns, faith and spirituality, cultural issues, grief and loss
Perhaps you have been finding yourself feeling stuck in one or more areas of your life or feeling pulled to make space for the parts of you that need some tender love and care. Perhaps you’ve been feeling disconnected from yourself or others, are working towards understanding the intricacies of your relationship with yourself and others, or navigating painful life transitions. Whether you resonated with one of these, or are grappling with others, I’m here to walk alongside you as we hold space for the pain and beauty in your experiences and tap into your unique strengths and potential.
I hold true to the belief that at our core, we are relational beings. Given our relational nature, it makes sense that we are so deeply impacted by our relationships! Ruptures in our closest relationships can leave us with pain that we may not be able to put into words, while healthy relationships can feel restorative and have the power to heal the deepest of wounds. In this therapeutic space, we will honor the unique complexity of your experiences, emotions, and relationships, and work together to put words to what has once felt impossible to describe. We will also make sure we make space for laughter when needed, as I believe that we are so much more than our pain and that laughter, coupled with insight, is an essential ingredient in our healing.
I know that starting therapy can feel daunting. You might be asking yourself, “where do I even start?” I am mindful of the complexity of your lived experience. I will always honor and meet you where you are at. This means that we can start with discussing what feels most salient to you and fill the gaps in as we move through the process together! I feel privileged to sit with you as we begin to build a therapeutic relationship. Together, we will unravel and understand the depth that exists within all past and current parts of you, and we will gently welcome in this season of pain and healing through making meaning and discovering your resilience within.
About Mariam Giurgius
Mariam received her Doctor of Psychology at Azusa Pacific University in Azusa, CA in August of 2024. She is registered with the Board of Psychology in California as a Psychological Associate (PSB94028673) and is working under the direct supervision of Dr. Brett Veltman (PSY 21684). Mariam graduated from the University of California, Irvine with a B.A. in Cognitive Psychology. During her training, she has worked with clients of all backgrounds and cultural identities in a variety of settings, including community mental health and university counseling centers.
Mariam enjoys quality time with her family and friends most. In her free time, she also enjoys traveling, eating poke on the beach, concerts, all things fashion, and exploring new matcha lattes!