- Solution focused
- Goal oriented
- English and Spanish
About Mario
Mario Palacios is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 25 years of clinical experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction concerns, and codependency. Mario speaks English and Spanish and practices in California.
He meets people where they are and focuses on concrete, manageable steps. Sessions center on building trust and clear goals. Mario encourages realistic expectations and practical changes that fit everyday life.
His approach is collaborative and straightforward. He talks with clients about what they want to change and how to get there. The work often includes addressing family issues, relationship struggles, and patterns like abandonment or attachment concerns.
Mario uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and replace it with more useful habits. He also helps clients cope with chronic pain, mood disorders, panic, and obsessive thoughts by teaching specific skills they can use between sessions.
Over the years he has supported people dealing with trauma and abuse, aging and geriatric issues, veteran-related concerns, and men's issues. He aims to help clients regain a sense of control and to build a foundation for steady growth.
To begin, he asks clients to set realistic goals and stay active in the process. His style is empathetic but practical, focused on small, steady steps toward healthier patterns and more self-kindness.
How CBT and Practical Therapy Work Online
Mario uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of thinking and behaving. CBT is useful for anxiety, panic, mood challenges, and many everyday problems because it teaches skills people can practice between sessions.His overall approach is collaborative. He works with clients to decide which methods match their goals and needs. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together so therapy fits the person's life.
Confirm the available session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit care into a busy schedule and to keep continuity when life is hectic. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when time is limited, or sessions that avoid travel and reduce time away from work or family. Licensed professionals help tailor timing and structure so sessions support steady progress without overwhelming daily routines.
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Experience
25+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Mario address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, addictions, and codependency among other concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He takes a direct, collaborative approach that focuses on trust, clear goals, and practical steps clients can use between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 25 years of clinical experience to his work with clients.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, listed as LMFT, and practices in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can I work with him if I live outside the U.S.?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to get started?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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