Hi, I’m Maria. I’m a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) offering virtual therapy across Virginia in both English and Spanish. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from George Mason University and have over six years of experience supporting children, teens, and adults.

I specialize in working with women during pregnancy and postpartum, as well as children and teens navigating anxiety, stress, and life transitions. I support clients who may feel overwhelmed, stretched thin, or like they have to “hold it all together,” helping them better understand their emotions and feel more grounded in their daily lives.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I integrate talk therapy with mindfulness, art, yoga, and evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to support the whole person—mind and body. With children and teens, I make therapy engaging and developmentally appropriate, helping build emotional awareness, coping skills, and stronger connections at home.

As a bilingual Latina therapist, I provide culturally attuned care and understand the unique dynamics many first-generation individuals and families navigate, including identity, family roles, and balancing multiple expectations.

I offer private pay therapy for clients seeking a more personalized, flexible, and confidential experience, with evening and weekend availability to fit your schedule. I also provide free short-term behavioral health therapy (STBH) through a community partnership for students referred by Fairfax County Public Schools or the Department of Family Services.