Marie Silva
LCSW, 25 years of experience
About me
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Houston, TX with over 20 years of experience. My career extensively covers multiple settings: from inpatient psychiatric hospitals, grant-funded research, and non-profit organizations, to working in managed care. I work mainly with adults (18+) who present with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship challenges. We each have our own story - our very own blueprint by which we have learned to function and respond in certain ways. There comes a time, however, when that approach no longer benefits us and becomes unhealthy. That now brings you here, at this very moment, and I hope to be a part of your healing and recovery.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
The first session will consist of me asking you LOTS of questions to get to know you, how you function and how you are affected by your environment. I will go wayyyy back to learn more about your family of origin. We will also delve into more sensitive topics, such as current or history of substance use, self-harm and trauma. Ultimately, I would like us to be able to identify specific treatment goals to which we can work towards.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I have come to recognize that empathy, humor, and starting where YOU are can go a long way.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I love working with clients who not only recognize current challenges, but also are willing to roll their proverbial sleeves up to figure out how they got there, and what can they do to make it better. It's important to be intentional with the time between sessions to work on journaling, reading and self-introspection. Understand that therapy work can get uncomfortable, but absolutely necessary to transform and become a healthier version of themselves. I am an in-network provider for several managed care companies. However, couples counseling sessions will be cash pay, only.
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My treatment methods
Eclectic
In my 25 years of experience, I have learned the value of approaching treatment with a client's unique needs in mind. Instead of rigid adherence to a singular theoretical model, an integrative approach allows for intentional and individualized treatment plans that are more effective and impactful. My technique draws from a range of theoretical approaches, such as cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, psychodynamic, and person-centered therapies.
Location
VirtualLicensed in
Accepts
16 ratings with written reviews
August 4, 2025
Marie is an excellent therapist. She's warm, engaging and very supportive. I feel lucky to have her as my therapist to help me navigate my life's challenges.
Verified client, age 35-44
July 25, 2025
This was my first time in therapy, and Marie made me feel really comfortable and open. Before the session, I wasn’t sure if I would be able to talk about anything—I felt like I already knew the solutions to my problems. But I decided to book the session anyway and talk to Marie. She was amazing. Talking with her helped me realize that therapy isn’t just about finding solutions. It’s also about discovering who you are—even parts of yourself you might not fully understand yet.
Verified client, age 35-44
July 2, 2025
Marie is not your typical therapist. She dives deep into your background and current situation to figure out what exactly is effecting you and provide you with strategies to work towards handling them. She is the best.