Hi, I’m Maria, and I’m thrilled that you’ve found me at BetterHelp for your therapeutic journey. I am a compassionate and attentive Licensed Mental Health Counselor, licensed in both New York and Florida, with ten years of professional experience. I have worked with clients and their families who speak both English and Spanish, addressing a range of issues including depression, anxiety, panic attacks, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, family conflicts, trauma, and various forms of abuse.
I offer individual and family psychotherapy, as well as psychoeducational sessions. My services are designed for bilingual Spanish/English clients, and I provide mental health assessments and treatment for young adults and adults.
My approach includes a comprehensive array of behavioral health services tailored to meet individual needs, with a strong emphasis on building relationships and setting goals. I provide support for coping with life changes, alongside individual and family therapy.
I believe that you are the expert of your story and have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things and challenges you may encounter. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage, and I am proud of you for getting started! Welcome to your Therapeutic Journey!
Additional areas of focus: Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended family issues, Communication problems, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Immigration issues, Intellectual disability, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing
NY LMHC 012737-01