Domestic Abuse, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Self Esteem, Women’s Issues, ADHD, Sexual Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, Life Transition, Relationships
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Maria
Maria Muñoz is a Licensed Associate Counselor with 8 years of experience supporting clients through life’s most difficult seasons. She specializes in trauma and works with adolescents and young adults navigating depression, anxiety, and identity challenges. Maria provides a warm, safe, and culturally responsive space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and goals. She empowers clients to build resilience through unconditional acceptance, radical self-compassion, and evidence-based practices.
Maria earned her Master’s in Counseling from Cairn University. She integrates cognitive processing therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to support clients. Her approach is rooted in cultural humility, emotional safety, and client-paced growth.
Maria helps clients feel seen, heard, and accepted while guiding them through healing and personal growth. She works collaboratively, offering tools to manage life’s challenges with confidence and clarity. Maria is passionate about reminding clients they don’t have to face their struggles alone—she’ll walk alongside them every step of the way.
"Healing from trauma is a brave step, and I’m honored to walk alongside you in a safe and supportive space. We'll use cognitive processing therapy to help you find your strength and move forward, always at your own pace."
Get to know Maria
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
I became a counselor because far too often, people run into biases when they try to find a space to express themselves. Instead, you can run into someone else's projections as they try to fit you into a box. But people don't belong in boxes; they belong in spaces where they are given radical acceptance.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
The first few sessions are all about getting to know each other and building a foundation of trust. We'll spend our first session diving into your history to better understand who you are, the key people in your life, and the symptoms you'd most like to address.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
For fun, I love to cuddle with my dog while we make shocked faces at our new favorite Netflix series. I also enjoy catching musicals at the Walnut Street Theatre, trying to master Quizzo, and listening to funny podcasts to get a good chuckle. To grow as a counselor, I make time to listen to different professional development courses. Yoga is my current go-to, but I also love hitting the gym for a good sweat—and you can't leave out a good massage when the muscles are sore!
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Education and training
- Years in practice
- 8 years
- Graduating institute
- Cairn University
- Graduating degree
- Master of Science in Counseling
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