Maria Figueroa, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Maria!

I provide trauma-informed and evidence-based treatment to children, youths, and families. I am passionate about empowering others to reconnect with themselves and remember they are worthy of peace, love, and well-being. Empathy, self-compassion, and authenticity are at the heart of my practice.

My focus

My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, work/life balance, self-esteem, and life transitions.

My approach

My approach is person-centered and holistic - honoring the connection between mind, body, and soul. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy that incorporates a variety of techniques from CBT, expressive arts, somatic exercises, mindfulness, trauma-informed practices, and other modalities in order to address one's unique individual challenges.

My communication style

My style of communication is warm, welcoming, and authentic with a dash of humor. I aim to provide a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space for healing.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey to becoming a therapist goes back to my teenage years, where the presence of a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental individual can make all the difference in one's life. I love empowering others to recognize and utilize their own strengths and witnessing them thrive, heal, and develop a sense of hope for their future.

My goals for you

Goal setting is approached collaboratively. We work together to identify what matters most to you and create a plan that honors your unique needs and strengths. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to support you in reaching the goals that feel meaningful to you.

Our first session

Clients should expect our first session to be about getting to know each other in order to build our therapeutic relationship and help create a sense of safety within the therapy space. We will work collaboratively to identify goals to address your unique challenges.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Expressive Arts

Mindfulness-Based

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Attachment-based

Behavioral Activation

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Motivational Interviewing

Music Therapy

Play Therapy

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Focus populations

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Maria Figueroa