I am Dr. Maria M. Mendoza-Rodriguez a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adults, teenagers, and children in a number of different specialty areas, including depression, trauma, anxiety, substance use, goal planning, life adjustments, and other related areas. I obtained my doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Carlos Albizu University in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and has since worked with different populations. I am currently licensed in Arizona and Puerto Rico, with specially trained in trauma, substance abuse, domestic violence, and depression/anxiety. I am also bilingual in English and Spanish. Primarily using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I love to work with individuals providing an empathic and supportive environment, where I can push my clients to the next level to develop a better self. I have a great commitment with my clients and loves to provide a safe environment where people can express themselves in a comfortable and non-judgmental space. I offer different options for appointments, please contact me for a phone consultation and to schedule your first visit.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Family Problems, Guilt and shame, Self-love, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing
AZ Psychologist PSY-005159