Caregivers, Alcohol Use, Chronic Illness/Pain, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Anger Management, Body Image Issues, Agoraphobia, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Coping Skills
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Maria
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 27 years of experience supporting individuals facing mental health challenges and everyday stressors. I bring a compassionate, strategic approach that helps clients navigate change, reduce stress, and build emotional resilience. My focus is on helping people stabilize their mental health, strengthen coping skills, and achieve lasting growth. My therapeutic style blends evidence-based care with empathy and insight to create progress that’s both measurable and meaningful. I specialize in supporting anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
I earned a Master’s in Social Work from Hunter College. My approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based methods, and trauma-informed care to help clients gain insight, develop healthier coping strategies, and move toward meaningful change.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed or simply need space to be heard and supported, you don’t have to face it alone. Reaching out is a powerful first step, and I’m here to walk beside you with care and understanding. When you’re ready, I invite you to begin your journey toward healing and growth in a safe, supportive space.
"My approach is holistic, integrating mind, body, and social environment."
Get to know Maria
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
I wanted to make a difference in the lives of others.
What types of clients do you work best with?
Adults and geriatric population
What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?
It takes time
What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?
In the first session, clients can expect to feel welcomed, heard, supported in a nonjudgmental environment.
What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?
At the heart of my practice are the values of empathy, curiosity, and respect for each person’s unique journey. I approach my work with humility, always learning from my clients and honoring their lived experiences. I believe that every person is capable of innate wisdom and strength, and my role is to help create the conditions where those qualities can be strengthened.
How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?
My approach is to start where my client is at.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 27 years
- Graduating institute
- Hunter College, City University of New York
- Graduating degree
- Master of Social Work
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