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Athena Vu Dao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
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Athena Vu Dao

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Westminster, CA 92683
Let's Connect (657) 530-5234
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I believe that every aspect of life, whether joyful or painful, carries profound meaning. In moments when it feels impossible to understand why things happen, I will be there with you, patiently guiding you through.
In my therapy practice, I draw on my knowledge and experiences to help people uncover what makes their lives meaningful, empower them to better navigate difficulties and overcome challenges.
By connecting deeply with my clients, I assist them in enhancing their self-aware, addressing suppressed feelings from the past, unresolved issues in the present, and hidden fears about the future. This deeper understanding often allows them to piece together the puzzles of their lives and discover their own answers.
Take the first step to help. Call or Athena Vu Dao now - (657) 530-5234

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Westminster, CA 92683

(657) 530-5234

Costa Mesa, CA 92627

I specialize in Grief, Mood Disorders and Relationship Issues 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Let's Connect (657) 530-5234
Photo of Athena Vu Dao, LMFT, MA, Marriage & Family Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Westminster, CA 92683

(657) 530-5234

Costa Mesa, CA 92627

I specialize in Grief, Mood Disorders and Relationship Issues 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $130
  • Couple Sessions $170
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (657) 530-5234
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Athena Vu Dao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (657) 530-5234
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Athena Vu Dao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 147771 Athena Vu Dao
  • In Practice for 6 Years
  • Attended University of Massachusetts, Master in Psychology
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (657) 530-5234
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Athena Vu Dao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (657) 530-5234
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Athena Vu Dao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Grief
  • Mood Disorders
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Child
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Infidelity
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Throughout my career, I have worked in a variety of settings and specialize in addressing issues: neurodivergent, depression, grief, trauma and family issues. I employ a holistic humanistic approach, drawing from evidence-based practices such as Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Logotherapy, Psychodynamic and Narrative therapy to tailor her interventions to the unique needs of each client.
or call with questions - (657) 530-5234
Photo of Athena Vu Dao, LMFT, MA, Marriage & Family Therapist
Athena Vu Dao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
"
Throughout my career, I have worked in a variety of settings and specialize in addressing issues: neurodivergent, depression, grief, trauma and family issues. I employ a holistic humanistic approach, drawing from evidence-based practices such as Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Logotherapy, Psychodynamic and Narrative therapy to tailor her interventions to the unique needs of each client.
or call with questions - (657) 530-5234
Photo of Athena Vu Dao, LMFT, MA, Marriage & Family Therapist
Athena Vu Dao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Ethnicity

Asian
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Vietnamese

Religion

Buddhist

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Ethnicity

Asian
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Vietnamese

Religion

Buddhist

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Logotherapy
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Structural Family Therapy
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (657) 530-5234
Photo of Athena Vu Dao, LMFT, MA, Marriage & Family Therapist
Athena Vu Dao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (657) 530-5234
Photo of Athena Vu Dao, LMFT, MA, Marriage & Family Therapist
Athena Vu Dao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Location

Primary Location

Westminster, CA 92683

(657) 530-5234

Additional Location

Costa Mesa, CA 92627

(657) 530-5234

Nearby Areas

Take the first step to help. Call now - (657) 530-5234
Photo of Athena Vu Dao, LMFT, MA, Marriage & Family Therapist
Athena Vu Dao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Take the first step to help. Call now - (657) 530-5234
Photo of Athena Vu Dao, LMFT, MA, Marriage & Family Therapist
Athena Vu Dao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA