MENTAL HEALTH & PSYCHOLOGICAL CARE
We provide evidence-based psychological care for children, adolescents, adults and families-so you can move from struggle to strength with a team that truly cares.
Therapy SoCal, led by Dr. Melissa Jinariu, offers therapy, psychological assessments, and specialized support for individuals and families. Our multilingual team provides care in English, Spanish, Cantonese, Armenian, and Russian—helping you feel supported in a language that feels like home.
Let’s work together towards healing & Growth
A supportive ADHD parent group offering practical strategies, helpful insights, and connection with other families.
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Dr. Melissa is truly amazing. She is incredibly kind, knowledgeable, empathetic, and patient, and we are so grateful for the care and support she provided to our family. Our experience with both Dr. Melissa and Therapy SoCal has been wonderful.... More
Dr. Melissa is truly amazing. She is incredibly kind, knowledgeable, empathetic, and patient, and we are so grateful for the care and support she provided to our family. Our experience with both Dr. Melissa and Therapy SoCal has been wonderful. I cannot recommend her or the practice highly enough! Less
We are grateful they understood the intersections of trauma, ADHD, autism, and FASD. Many therapists claim they have experience, but this practice actually knows how to help.
Dr Jinariu is a well-trained and dedicated licensed psychologist with lots of expertise. More important than even that, Dr Jinariu is full of compassion and warmth. She leads an exceptional team at Therapy SoCal and her skill and character is... More
Dr Jinariu is a well-trained and dedicated licensed psychologist with lots of expertise. More important than even that, Dr Jinariu is full of compassion and warmth. She leads an exceptional team at Therapy SoCal and her skill and character is evident through the culture of the organization. Less
Chair of the Department of Clinical Psychology Azusa Pacific University
Dr. J ´"Melissa Jinariu`" has been an incredible blessing to our family. Navigating life after a divorce is a minefield, and my three children were experiencing severe anxiety and emotional distress. Dr.J and Therapy SoCal stepped in with immense compassion,... More
Dr. J ´"Melissa Jinariu`" has been an incredible blessing to our family. Navigating life after a divorce is a minefield, and my three children were experiencing severe anxiety and emotional distress. Dr.J and Therapy SoCal stepped in with immense compassion, patience, and expertise. They tailored their approach to each child's specific needs, helping them express their feelings and manage their anxiety safely. The positive transformation in my kids' confidence and daily lives is remarkable. We are so grateful for their guidance! Less
My daughter has been seeing one of the therapists here and it has truly changed her life! She absolutely loves coming and actually looked forward to seeing Dr. Vivian every week. EMDR therapy has done wonders for her overall well... More
My daughter has been seeing one of the therapists here and it has truly changed her life! She absolutely loves coming and actually looked forward to seeing Dr. Vivian every week. EMDR therapy has done wonders for her overall well being and I would highly recommend Therapy SoCal to anyone struggling with any kind of mental health issues. Less
We had an amazing experience with Therapy SoCal. I can't recommend them enough. Dr. Melissa is very knowledgeable and incredible to work with.
I highly recommend Dr. Jinariu as both a skilled therapist and a wonderful source of support for parents. She has worked with our family to provide much-needed therapy while also connecting us with additional resources, including support and guidance as... More
I highly recommend Dr. Jinariu as both a skilled therapist and a wonderful source of support for parents. She has worked with our family to provide much-needed therapy while also connecting us with additional resources, including support and guidance as we navigate the school system with neurodivergent children. Dr. Jinariu has been an especially good fit for our family because of her training and experience with trauma-related issues and adoption. We completed Parent-Child Interaction Therapy with one of our children alongside Dr. Jinariu, which was helpful not only for that child but also for our entire family. She has been able to take evidence-based practices and help us figure out how to apply those to our family and our specific needs. Sometimes, application of therapy at home can feel overwhelming, but Dr. Jinariu makes sure to come alongside us to create a plan that is both helpful and doable. Less
Therapy SoCal provides individual therapy, family support, educational and executive function services, group programs, and comprehensive psychological testing. We work with concerns including autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, learning differences, disruptive behaviors, attachment challenges, foster care, adoption, and high-conflict divorce.
We primarily support children, adolescents, parents, and families. We also work with adults experiencing trauma and stress-related concerns. Services are personalized according to each client’s age, development, symptoms, experiences, family relationships, and treatment goals.
Therapy SoCal has offices in Valencia and Glendora, California. We serve families throughout Santa Clarita, Castaic, the Antelope Valley, the San Fernando Valley, Pasadena, the San Gabriel Valley, and surrounding Southern California communities.
Visit our Location and Fees page for office addresses and additional information.
Yes. Therapy SoCal offers telehealth appointments for clients located in California when online therapy is clinically appropriate. Virtual sessions can make care more accessible for families who live farther from our offices or need greater scheduling flexibility.
Some in-home therapy services may be available depending on your location, clinical needs, therapist availability, and treatment plan. Working in the family’s home can help a clinician observe everyday behaviors and provide support within a familiar environment.
Please contact Therapy SoCal to ask whether in-home therapy is available in your area.
Therapy SoCal is an out-of-network provider and does not bill insurance companies directly. Some insurance plans may reimburse clients for a portion of out-of-network services.
To request therapy or psychological testing, complete the form on the Contact Therapy SoCal page or call 661-904-0088.
Dr. Melissa Jinariu, Licensed Psychologist and Associates
Mon-Fri: 09AM-07PM
Saturday: 09AM-07PM
Sunday: Closed
27201 Tourney Road, Suite 201, Valencia, CA 91355 AND 216 N. Glendora Ave, Suite 203, Glendora, CA 91741
(661)-904-0088
dr.melissaJinariu@gmail.com
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