LPC, 27 years of experience
I am board certified in the mental health and counseling field: Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a National Certified Counselor, EMDRIA Approved EMDR Therapist with 27 years of experience in the areas of aging, ADHD, physical and mental illness, grief, anxiety, depression, somatic preoccupation, career, weight loss, work-life balance, holistic wellness, Reiki, and coaching. She speaks English and Spanish. My specialties are but not limited: * Coaching * Relational Issues * ADHD * EAP * Bereavement and grief * Master Reiki: Energy healing therapy * Anxiety and panic disorders * LGBTQIA+ * Women’s mental and physical health during perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause. * Domestic abuse and violence * Trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) * EMDR Therapy * Diverse on multiculturalism and Speak also Spanish * Providing Telehealth (virtual counseling) in eight States: FL, MA, NY, CT, NJ, SD, NM and TX.
MY CALENDAR IS NOT FOR CONSULTATIONS. IT IS ONLY FOR SESSIONS. I will always send you a reminder text the day before you have the appointment and you will have to confirm your attendance; otherwise the appointment will be cancel. That's important for me in order to plan my schedule for the next working day. PLEASE NOTE THAT I DON'T DO COURT RELATED ACTIVITIES SUCH AS A WITNESS EXPERT ROLE OR CUSTODY BATTLES. For clients that need to fill out the behavioral or mental health part of FMLA/SHORT OR LONG TERM DISABILITY DOCUMENTATION there's a fee of $150.00 that is not cover by your medical insurance. Payments accepted are credit cards, Cash app or Venmo. You will submit the payment first and then I will proceed to do the documentation. Also, if you decided to pay for that service you will sign a release of information for the agency release your information including for your primary care physician or specialist that will need my information. However, keep in mind that for those cases the first point of contact will be your primary care physician because is the person that knows you more in-depth. For clients that inquire about fill out documents for Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letter, there's an annual fee of $150.00 (membership) that will cover you for a whole year only. After that year is considered expire. This service is not cover through your medical insurance and is a membership based that will be renewal if you don't cancel before 5 days of the expiration date. A reminder email/text will be send prior to the expiration and you will let me know if will renew and then will be doing a new annual Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letter. Payments accepted are credit cards, Cash app or Venmo. You will submit the payment first and then I will proceed to do the documentation.
My strengths are active listening, verse in multiculturalism and how acculturation can lead clients to not being fully understand by providers within the American Health Care System is they are not familiar with cross-translation and cultural idiosyncrasy.
I work with a variety of adult clients from ages 21 to even clients with 100+ years old within a safe space, taking in consideration their generation and within a cultural sensitive approach.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a talking therapy that helps people change their thoughts and behaviors to manage problems. It's often used to treat depression and anxiety, but it can also help with other mental and physical health issues. CBT is based on the idea that thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are closely linked. During sessions, you work with a therapist to explore your thoughts and feelings, and agree on activities to do between sessions. CBT can be short-term, lasting 5 to 20 sessions. CBT can help you recognize unhelpful thought patterns and break down problems in a different way. CBT can help you learn to cope with and manage problems in your life.
EMDR is a powerful, evidence-based approach that goes beyond surface-level healing to address the root of trauma and emotional distress. If you're looking to truly transform your life, EMDR offers a way to help them process and release what’s been holding them back, allowing for deep and lasting change. Imagine guiding you through a process that not only alleviates their symptoms but helps them reclaim your life. With EMDR, you’re not just managing trauma; you’re facilitating real, meaningful recovery.
4 ratings with written reviews
March 14, 2025
I appreciate how thorough and straight to the point Maria was during our first session. I will definitely be following up and making more appointments!
March 13, 2025
Maria has been great. Helped me change my life with positive solutions and great advice.
February 21, 2025
I have never felt so seen in my life