Maribel Gonzalez, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Maribel!

I work with adults currently experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and issues in interpersonal relationships. I tailor my sessions to each client's individualistic needs so they can navigate any life adversities they may be experiencing.

My focus

I found that my style of therapy and approach is a good fit for individuals in the process of learning how to overcome their anxiety, depression, or current life transitions. I work with clients to develop new skills to navigate new life changes that may seem difficult to overcome.

My approach

My approach varies according to each client's needs. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). I believe clients must feel comfortable with me to make progress. Therefore, my initial goal is to establish a safe environment.

My communication style

My communication style is calm and personable and will gently challenge you at the right time during your therapeutic journey. I provide a safe environment so I can be invited into your world and gain a better understanding of your struggles so I can provide appropriate interventions during therapy.

My journey to mental healthcare

I decided to become a therapist because I want to help people learn how to navigate life stressors in a healthy way and feel heard. Often, people feel that they have to go through life challenges on their own, and I wanted to go into a career where people can feel seen and learn skills.

My goals for you

I work collaboratively with my clients by listening to what they wish to obtain from therapy and then developing measurable goals so we can track progress at each session.

Our first session

During their first session, clients will be provided a safe space to share what brings them to therapy. The session will be spent on the client sharing how they have been feeling recently, and I will ask questions to understand the client more.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Narrative

Behavioral Activation

Gottman Method

Interpersonal

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Focus populations

BIPOC

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

LGBTQIA+

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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 Science (MS) in Counseling Psychology from Marriage and Family Therapy - Mount Saint Mary's University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Maribel Gonzalez