- Warm and interactive
- Evidence-informed methods
- Focus on real goals
About Maria
Maria Molano is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Florida who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship trouble. She meets people where they are and focuses on practical steps that can reduce distress and improve day-to-day life.
Her style is warm and interactive. Sessions emphasize respect, sensitivity, and straightforward conversation rather than labels. She aims to tailor discussions to each person's situation so goals feel relevant and manageable.
Maria draws on several evidence-based approaches and adapts them to fit each person's needs. She blends cognitive-behavioral methods with humanistic and psychodynamic ideas, and uses rational-emotive techniques when they suit the goals. This mix lets her address both symptoms and the patterns behind them.
She has seven years of clinical experience working with people who have faced trauma and emotional abuse, and with those dealing with mood and relationship struggles. She also supports people working through concerns such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, codependency, communication problems, and issues tied to infidelity or domestic violence.
Maria invites people who are ready to make changes to take a first step toward clearer goals and steadier days. Her approach focuses on collaboration, practical tools, and clearer understanding of what keeps problems repeating. She offers a calm, nonjudgmental space to talk through next steps and build coping skills.
Approaches that guide online work and how they help
Maria uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on thoughts, feelings, and relationships. Cognitive-behavioral methods help identify unhelpful thinking and build new behaviors to reduce anxiety and low mood. Humanistic approaches center on listening and empathy to help people feel understood and clarify what matters to them.She also draws on psychodynamic ideas to help people see recurring patterns and relational themes that influence current struggles. Each approach is used to address symptoms and the underlying patterns that keep problems repeating, such as codependent behaviors or attachment injuries.
Finding the right approach is often a process. Maria works collaboratively with clients to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. She adjusts plans over time so therapy stays relevant and useful rather than rigid.
Session formats are not specified in the profile, so please confirm available session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for regular check-ins that keep momentum between in-person visits. Licensed professionals can also adapt techniques for shorter or longer sessions depending on what helps a person stay engaged and make steady progress.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Maria commonly address?
She works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, and related patterns like codependency and attachment issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and interactive, emphasizing respectful dialogue and practical steps tailored to each person's needs.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She is a licensed clinical social worker with seven years of experience in clinical practice working with a range of emotional and relational concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds a Florida LCSW license and practices from Florida according to the profile provided.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted according to the profile.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.
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