Hola,

My name is Maria, and I am a bilingual Licensed Associate Counselor. I am passionate about helping people find healing and creating rich, meaningful lives. My priority is to provide a warm, collaborative space where clients feel safe to explore difficult experiences at their own pace. I strive to ensure that clients feel supported with care throughout the counseling process, truly seen and heard in their story, and empowered as we work together toward resilience and growth.

I bring a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach, tailoring the work we do together to your unique needs and goals. In sessions, I draw from a variety of modalities, including person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy, and solution-focused techniques. I am currently a trainee in Somatic Experiencing and integrate body-based skills to support clients in connecting with both mind and body in the healing process.

I especially enjoy working with young adults, teens (ages 13+), and women navigating depression, anxiety, substance use, grief, trauma, life transitions, and self-esteem challenges. Above all, it is my honor to walk alongside clients as they move toward a life that feels authentic and fulfilling for them.