Maria Hernandez, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Maria!

My role as a psychotherapist is to help you manage life's challenges by providing the right tools to see your potential and make progress toward your goals. I'm friendly, a good listener, and empathetic, which helps me build rapport and create an accepting environment.

My focus

I work with individuals in domestic violence situations, their families, and perpetrators through Batterers Intervention. I enjoy helping teenagers struggling with communication and acceptance. Couples therapy can be challenging but rewarding as we change negative patterns and build healthy communication.

My approach

I work with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and adjustment issues using EMDR, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My approach integrates your unique personality with targeted treatment. I provide education and practical tools to help you process trauma, heal, and create positive change.

My communication style

Therapy is a non-judgmental, safe space that provides support, understanding, and care. I know accepting that you need help isn't always easy, but taking that first step moves you forward toward positive change. My warm, empathetic approach helps ease the process of opening up and working together.

My journey to mental healthcare

I'm passionate about helping others see their potential and make progress toward their goals. Providing the right tools and support to individuals as they move forward in life is what drives my work as a therapist.

My goals for you

Many clients lack a strong support system, healthy coping skills, and a clear treatment plan. I help you build these foundations by creating a personalized approach that addresses your specific needs. Once you take that first step toward help, you're already moving forward toward positive change.

Our first session

I'll create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself. We'll gather information about what brings you to therapy, build rapport, and I'll provide education about the therapeutic process. The focus is on helping you feel comfortable and understood from the start.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

Behavioral Activation

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 4 more

Focus populations

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Police/Fire/First Responders

Single Mother

+ 3 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Preteens
Children
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 55 more

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master's in Counseling (MC) in Marriage and Family Therapy from University of Phoenix.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Maria Hernandez