Hi, I’m Maria—I'm so glad you’re here.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in negative thought patterns, or are struggling to navigate a major life change that feels out of control, you’re not alone—and you’ve found the right place. I'm a licensed therapist specializing in an evidence-based approach called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps you recognize challenging thought patterns and develop practical tools to improve how you feel and respond to life’s challenges. I treat anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship and communication issues in individuals and couples, decision making difficulties (which cause anxiety), fertility challenges, and postpartum mental health among other things. Whether you’re feeling lost, burned out, or just need someone to talk to, I offer a comforting, understanding neutral space for you to talk freely. Together we will explore and gain insight into your unhelpful thinking patterns, manage overwhelming emotions, and build practical tools for lasting emotional well-being and personal growth. Whether this is your first time in therapy or you’ve been before, I’ll meet you where you are.
I’m here to answer your questions, offer steady guidance, and use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in a way that feels clear, practical, and easy to understand—so you can feel empowered, not overwhelmed, by the process.
How CBT Works—A Brief Overview
We begin by identifying the issue you want to work on, and we set clear, achievable goals together. From there, we take a closer look at the belief systems and values that may be shaping how you view the issue—and your world. These internal patterns often lie beneath the surface, influencing how you feel and act, sometimes without you even realizing it.
Using a blend of CBT tools and a solution-focused approach, I help you:
Understand your thought patterns and how they affect your emotions and behaviors.
Gently challenge and reframe limiting or unhelpful beliefs.
Build actionable strategies that create lasting, positive changes in your life and relationships.
Learn how to reduce anxiety and manage stress by developing new ways of thinking and responding.
My role is to guide by creating a safe and structured space where growth can happen. You’ll gain skills that help you feel more in control of your experiences and better equipped to navigate life’s challenges and make decisions.
I offer in-person therapy in San Francisco, online therapy (teletherapy) for those who prefer the convenience of virtual sessions, and hybrid therapy, a flexible approach combining both in-person and online sessions based on your needs.
CBT provides life changing tools to manage what you are facing and make significant life changes towards your goals.
I look forward to meeting you, answering your questions and helping you find piece of mind and emotional relief as you accomplish your goals.
What benefits can I expect from therapy?
Experiencing a new sense of clarity and direction in addressing your mental health needs.
Being able to access and address mental health support from wherever you are. If you are looking for a therapist near me, you’ve come to the right place. No matter where life takes you, you have access to professional and HIPAA compliant therapy near you.
Using action-oriented practical tools and we talk about how to cope when any negative thoughts, feelings, or behaviors show up.
Freedom and peace with the unexpected - not having to control every moment of your life.
Being okay with making mistakes, and being able to let negative feelings go.
I’m licensed in CA and MD, let’s connect!