Maria Perez, LCSW

Maria Perez, LCSW

Psychotherapist
CA
Hi there, I'm Maria! My name is Maria Mendez Perez. I am a bilingual first-generation Latina therapist passionate about helping adults experiencing overwhelming emotions due to unresolved trauma. I hold a Master's in Social Work from California State University, Sacramento. My approach In my years as a therapist, I have found that much healing can occur through a strong therapeutic relationship combined with evidence-based treatments. I look forward to talking with you to see if EMDR therapy and DBT skills are a good fit for your needs. My focus Most of my practice centers on supporting adults seeking to better manage symptoms of depression and anxiety while learning skills to improve emotion regulation. My communication style I offer a warm, nonjudgmental, and safe environment where you can explore the root of your distress. My journey to mental healthcare I am committed to being present for adults interested in learning effective skills to better manage emotions, conflicts, relationships, and increase mindfulness. My goals for you Together, we will review what brings you to therapy and what you hope to achieve. I tailor goals around your unique needs and aspirations. My first session with you In our first session, we'll begin with brief introductions and then explore the specific challenges you're facing. This helps us determine if we are a good match and allows us to create a personalized plan for your follow-up sessions.
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About Maria Perez

Focus areas

Anxiety
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Relationship Struggles
Coping Mechanism Development
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Stress
Depression
Psychological Trauma

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
EMDR

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Maria Perez

Hi there, I'm Maria! My name is Maria Mendez Perez. I am a bilingual first-generation Latina therapist passionate about helping adults experiencing overwhelming emotions due to unresolved trauma. I hold a Master's in Social Work from California State University, Sacramento. My approach In my years as a therapist, I have found that much healing can occur through a strong therapeutic relationship combined with evidence-based treatments. I look forward to talking with you to see if EMDR therapy and DBT skills are a good fit for your needs. My focus Most of my practice centers on supporting adults seeking to better manage symptoms of depression and anxiety while learning skills to improve emotion regulation. My communication style I offer a warm, nonjudgmental, and safe environment where you can explore the root of your distress. My journey to mental healthcare I am committed to being present for adults interested in learning effective skills to better manage emotions, conflicts, relationships, and increase mindfulness. My goals for you Together, we will review what brings you to therapy and what you hope to achieve. I tailor goals around your unique needs and aspirations. My first session with you In our first session, we'll begin with brief introductions and then explore the specific challenges you're facing. This helps us determine if we are a good match and allows us to create a personalized plan for your follow-up sessions.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Mood Swings
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Stress Management
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • California State University, Sacramento, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1356902795

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What languages does Maria Perez speak?

Maria Perez speaks English and Spanish.

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