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Venessa provides supportive and restorative therapy for those impacted by grief and loss, stress, anxiety, depression, fear of the future or unknown, as well as sadness, regret, guilt and/or shame. She also supports individuals who want to work on their own personal growth including self-esteem, self-confidence, identity appreciation, life choices, and life transitions.  

Venessa utilizes a multi-theoretical approach to therapy to meet the unique needs of her clients. She utilizes narrative, cognitive-behavioral, strength-based, empowerment, person-centered, and mindfulness-based therapies.   

Venessa Ramirez earned her degree in Human Services and Community Health at New Mexico State University. She furthered her education by obtaining a degree in Mass Communication and Media Studies from Arizona State University. She also has earned her Master of Social Work at Arizona State University.

During her downtime, she enjoys practicing mindfulness, meditation, and yoga. She also enjoys listening to different types of music, journaling, and writing. Venessa is actively involved in the animal rescue community and other civic volunteer opportunities.   

Venessa believes that we all have a unique and gifted and with the right support and help we become our best and highest self.  

Hello and welcome to the Center of Resiliency!

My name is Talia Kokonian and I am an associate marriage and family therapist (AMFT158879). Recently, I have graduated from Pepperdine University with my masters in Clinical Psychology. As someone who has always wondered the meaning behind people’s actions, along with wanting to be someone’s support system, I know the feeling of wanting to make things better and happier.

I focus on working with adults, families, couples, and teenagers, alongside supporting communities such as POC and the LGBTQ+ community. I have also a passion for supporting people that are navigating grief, anxiety, and depression. I have worked with multiple communities, such as the LGBTQ+ population, and my priority is to always make everyone feel welcome.

Therapy is a tough journey and you deserve to be supported! By utilizing solution focused therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, my priority is to always provide a nonjudgmental, safe space. Therapy sessions can be a journey and you are not alone. 

My style of therapy is to always be supportive, kind, and welcoming.

Outside of therapy, I am someone that enjoys listening to music and reading, while also going on walks.