Steven Magana

Steven Magana

Clinical Social Worker/therapist (805) 317-5149

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About Me

I was born and raised in a rural agricultural town in California, the first generation in my family to grow up on this soil rather than work it. My roots are deep in the fields where my family labored. Where values like humility, endurance, and mutual care weren’t just passed down, they were lived. From an early age, I understood the importance of staying grounded in our identities, in our histories, and in the communities that hold us up. In high school, I found my voice as a community organizer. I stood shoulder to shoulder with others in school walkouts, advocating for human dignity, rights, and justice. It was during that time that I began to truly understand the transformative power of resilience. I listened to stories of people who held close to their culture, pride, and purpose even in the face of hardship and hate. It taught me a truth I carry into every room I enter as a therapist: our identities are not burdens they are sources of strength. My journey into counseling began with a simple belief, that to truly serve others, we must also learn how to serve ourselves. Life brings us moments that shake us to our core. But I believe we all possess the inner resources, the insight, the will, and the wisdom to meet those moments. My role as a counselor is not to “fix” anyone, but to collaborate with you. To help you recognize, strengthen, and connect with the tools you already have within you. Therapy with me is intentional, grounded, and collaborative. I work with individuals who want to feel more connected to themselves, their values, and the life they want to lead. Whether you are navigating trauma, loss, cultural identity, anxiety, or simply feeling disconnected, we will work together to help you find clarity and movement through it all. I honor the courage it takes to ask for help. You do not have to do it alone.

Crecí en un pueblito agrícola de California, en un hogar bilingüe donde el español siempre fue el idioma del corazón. Soy la primera generación de mi familia en crecer en esta tierra, no en los surcos donde ellos trabajaron. De mis raíces aprendí la humildad, la resistencia y el apoyarnos unos a otros, valores que marcaron mi vida desde niño.

En la prepa descubrĂ­ mi voz como organizador comunitario, participando en marchas y levantando la voz por la dignidad, los derechos y la justicia. AhĂ­ entendĂ­ algo que hoy llevo a cada espacio como terapeuta: nuestra identidad y nuestra cultura no son una carga, son nuestra fuerza.

Decidí dedicarme a la consejería porque creo que para poder estar ahí para otros, primero hay que aprender a estar para uno mismo. La vida nos sacude, pero todos tenemos dentro recursos, sabiduría y coraje para salir adelante. Mi trabajo no es “arreglar” a nadie, sino caminar contigo, ayudarte a reconocer lo que ya tienes dentro y a usarlo de una manera más clara y fuerte.

Mi manera de trabajar es sencilla, con los pies en la tierra y siempre en colaboración. Acompaño a personas que quieren sentirse más conectadas consigo mismas, con sus valores y con la vida que desean. Si estás enfrentando una pérdida, un trauma, ansiedad, dudas sobre tu identidad cultural o simplemente sientes que te falta rumbo, aquí podemos trabajarlo juntos.

Pedir ayuda requiere mucho valor. No tienes que hacerlo solo.

Payment Options

Insurance Options

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Cigna
  • Curative
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Optum
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network

Orientation & Focus

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

  • Blended Families
  • Guilt & Shame
  • Immigration Issues
  • Multicultural Concerns
  • Prejudice & Discrimination
  • Young Adult Issues

Locations

Main Location

88 Gerrish Ave Apt 309
Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150
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