- Client-centered work
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Solution-focused steps
About Maria
Maria Castro is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington with 12 years of clinical experience. She sees people in English and Spanish and works with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, parenting strain, relationship problems, ADHD, and anger.
She has supported people after physical injury and those who have experienced physical, sexual, or emotional abuse. Her practice focuses on helping clients handle stress, rebuild self-esteem, and manage mood difficulties. Maria approaches each person as someone who knows their life best and collaborates on next steps.
In sessions she combines client-centered work with cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques. That means she listens, helps clarify what’s getting in the way, and tests small changes that can make day-to-day life easier. Conversations often include practical strategies for thinking differently and trying new behaviors between meetings.
Her style is direct and respectful. She pays attention to cultural background and to how roles like parenting or workplace pressure affect feelings. The goal is to build clear tools for managing anger, frustration, or recurring patterns that hurt relationships.
Maria guides people through concrete steps rather than long theoretical talks. She uses short, goal-focused conversations when helpful and longer exploratory work when more context is needed. This mix is meant to help clients notice what changes actually help in their everyday life.
How Maria Uses Practical Approaches Online
Maria blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused techniques when meeting remotely. Client-centered work means she listens closely to your priorities and helps you decide what to try next. Cognitive behavioral approaches focus on spotting thought and behavior patterns that feed anger and testing small changes to reduce those patterns. Solution-focused methods zero in on short-term goals and on building small, measurable steps toward better control and clearer communication.Figuring out which approach fits best is part of the first sessions. She will work together with clients to pick methods based on their goals, daily demands, and preferences. That collaboration helps set clear, achievable targets for managing temper, lowering reactivity at work or home, and repairing strained relationships.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current online session options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. It also lets clients practice new skills between meetings in the settings where they actually live and work.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and parenting concerns, ADHD, trauma, and related mood issues.
How would she approach anger or temper issues?
She combines client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques to identify triggers and try small behavior changes that reduce outbursts or resentment.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience working with a broad range of concerns including trauma, mood disorders, and parenting challenges.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is an LMHC licensed in Washington and practices with that credential in the state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.