Maria Marlen Alcaraz Tapia, LMFT, CA

About Maria Marlen Alcaraz Tapia

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Relationship Struggles

Behavioral Problems

Parenting Counseling

Stress

Childhood Trauma

Peer Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Humanistic

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Expressive Arts

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Maria Marlen Alcaraz Tapia

I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) psychotherapist and immigrant from Mexico, raised in California, with a humanistic and trauma-informed approach to therapy. My work is shaped by both professional training and lived experience, including navigating grief, loss, and the complexities of the immigrant experience. My approach My therapeutic style is relational and grounded, with a strong belief in the healing power of being genuinely seen and understood. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where together we set meaningful goals and work at a pace that feels right for you, focusing on building insight, self-compassion, and practical tools for lasting change. My focus If you've learned to survive by staying strong for others, feeling emotionally exhausted, navigating intergenerational trauma, impacted by family disruption, anxiety, burnout, or unresolved grief, you don't have to carry this alone. I will walk alongside you through these profound life transitions. My communication style My sessions are warm, calm, and welcoming. I lead with compassion and curiosity, while also offering thoughtful guidance and gentle challenges when helpful. I balance warmth with honesty and thoughtful guidance. Our work is collaborative—we set goals together, reflect together, and track progress in ways that feel meaningful to you. My journey to mental healthcare Drawn to this field through both personal experience and professional calling. I have firsthand experience processing the deaths of family members and navigating the complexities of the immigrant experience. Witnessing the long-term impact of early trauma strengthened my commitment to providing care that is attuned, ethical, and deeply humane. My goals for you Goals in therapy are flexible, collaborative, and responsive to your needs as you grow.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Peer Relationship Struggles

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. East

Education and training

Chaminade University of Honolulu, Master's in Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1942470299

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What practice does Maria Marlen Alcaraz Tapia work with?

Maria Marlen Alcaraz Tapia works with Rula Health - L.A. East.

What are common reasons for patients to see Maria Marlen Alcaraz Tapia?

Maria Marlen Alcaraz Tapia frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Maria Marlen Alcaraz Tapia on their profile.