About
Maria uses a systemic and strengths-based approach in working with clients and the relationships they have in their lives. Using an integrative model of change, she highlights the strengths of different theories to fit the client’s identified needs. She believes there are constraints in a client’s life that impede his or her ability to identify and reach goals. Using this perspective, she is able to begin on a behavioral level to work on changes in action.
Maria is a nurturing and direct therapist, embracing patience with the process of treatment and providing a safe and secure relationship with which clients can process their vulnerabilities. Maria is also excited to utilize animal-assisted therapy as a modality to help the healing process.
Maria received her bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Michigan State University. She received her master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Michigan State University. She has training in crisis intervention, and clinical experience regarding manifestations of trauma in children and adults, and family relationships across generations. Maria has experience in trauma and substance abuse in inpatient, intensive outpatient and outpatient settings. She was worked with people that have chronic mental illness, physical impairments and vocational impairments in the private and public sector. She has supervised interns and offered consultation to new clinicians.
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Click HereBasic Data
Entity Type: Individual; Sole Proprietor
Gender
Female
Therapy Specialties
- Addiction
- Adoption
- Anxiety
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Grief
- Learning Disabilities
- Life Coaching
- Phobias
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma And PTSD
Treatment Orientation
- Attachment-based
- Mindfulness Based Approaches
- Somatic
- Trauma Focused
Years in Practice
27 years
Languages
- English
Healthcare Provider Taxonomy
- Code: 1041C0700X
- Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- Classification: Social Worker
- Specialization: Clinical
Credentials
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Licenses
Name | License Number | State |
---|---|---|
LCSW | 6801060160 Verify | MI |
Practice Locations
5896 Harper Rd
Holt, MI 48842-8617
Phone Number: (517) 281-8558