Expert Counselors: Ariannah Hood
Credentials
LCSW, PMH-C
Accepted Insurances
UHC, BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, Self-Pay
Biography
Ariannah Hood is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned her MSW from the University of Southern California. Warm, attentive, and deeply committed, she partners with clients using a person-centered approach—helping individuals tap into their own strengths, clarify what they truly want, and move toward meaningful, lasting change. Over the years, Ariannah has worked with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, family dynamics, and life transitions. She is specially trained and certified in perinatal mental health—supporting those experiencing the emotional and psychological complexities of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum adjustment. Whether you are dealing with prenatal anxiety, postpartum depression, birth-trauma, or the overwhelming shifts in identity and relationships that often accompany becoming a parent, Ariannah brings compassion, evidence-based tools, and tailored guidance every step of the way. Her therapeutic toolbox includes Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Problem-Solving Therapy, Mindfulness, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and crisis intervention strategies. Ariannah holds a deep respect for each person’s unique journey—honoring all cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, language differences, and any physical or mental health challenges. Understanding that starting therapy can feel vulnerable, she strives to create a safe, judgment-free space where clients can explore their thoughts, fears, and hopes with openness and strength. If you’re ready to heal, grow, or simply be heard, Ariannah is here to walk with you.
Specialties
Perinatal Mood Disorders Anxiety Disorder Depression Life Transitions