Making a decision to start therapy is not an easy journey.
My role is to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, learn new coping skills, and work towards positive change. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.
I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals.
I use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to mental health problems. Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT), the goal is to help people learn skills to manage their emotions, improve relationships, and build a life worth living.
I emphasize clear, open communication to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment. I practice active listening and will provide a safe space to work through challenging situations.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Control issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
CA LCSW 29205
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Maria Cancelada. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Maria is a very experienced therapist that really does make me feel at ease talking about my depression and grief.
I can’t express enough how easy it is to confine in her my issues and how understanding she is on a very deep level.
She really does help me connect the dots to work through things.
I am very fortunate to have a therapist like her.
Written on Nov 07, 2025 after therapy with Maria for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues