Hello, my name is Maria and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and earned my Masters in Social Work. Prior to pursing my education in social work, I served in the military and did two tours to Iraq have experience working with military and veterans and have served two tours to Iraq during my active duty time. I also have experience working with teens. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, and posttraumatic stress disorder. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Communication problems, Military and Veterans Issues, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
MO LCSW 2021049805