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Overall rating
5.00
“She can relate to my culture. I think in order for me to connect with my therapist there has to be a culture connection to relate and feel understood.”
More than 1 year ago
About Maria Padilla
Focus areas
Anger Management
Behavioral Problems
Mood Disorders
Anxiety
Depression
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Emotional Disturbance
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Couples
Young adults (18-24)
Families
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Person-Centered
Family Systems
Psychodynamic
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
ChristianEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know Maria Padilla
Welcome! I am Maria Elizabeth Padilla, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I provide telehealth services in California, working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My approach consists of Client-Centered, Family-Centered, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. I utilize attachment and social learning principles to improve the quality of parent-child relationships and decrease disruptive behaviors, focusing on reducing depression, anxiety, and emotional difficulties by using specific skills and techniques to support clients in managing their behaviors.
My approach
When providing therapy, my approach varies depending on the client. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and a family-centered approach to support clients in managing their well-being, provide unconditional positive regard, and help improve the bond in the parent-child relationship.
My focus
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, disruptive behaviors, difficulties with adjustment, or attachment issues. I focus on giving them the tools, skills, and techniques to help alleviate behaviors, stressors, and difficult feelings, ultimately improving the quality and outcomes of their mental health.
My communication style
My communication style is polite, respectful, warm, and easygoing. I want my clients to feel heard, respected, understood, and comfortable talking about their feelings, worries, and problems.
My journey to mental healthcare
I worked alongside other therapists and social workers in an office setting, wearing many hats and embracing opportunities for growth at the counseling center where I worked. This experience inspired me to pursue my education in Marital and Family Therapy. I earned my Master of Arts in Marital and Family Therapy from Pacific Oaks College.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Pacific Oaks College, Master's in Marital and Family Therapy
NPI number
1679731079
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She can relate to my culture. I think in order for me to connect with my therapist there has to be a culture connection to relate and feel understood.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does Maria Padilla work with?
Maria Padilla works with Rula Health - L.A. East.
What are common reasons for patients to see Maria Padilla?
Maria Padilla 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 Padilla on their profile.
What languages does Maria Padilla speak?
Maria Padilla speaks English and Spanish.