Maria Gonzalez , LMHC

Maria Gonzalez is a Florida-based licensed mental health counselor with 15 years of professional experience supporting people through periods of stress, anxiety, grief, and recovery from trauma and abuse. As an LMHC - which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor - she combines clinical training with practical skills to address depression, low self-esteem, and motivation challenges, as well as obsessions, compulsions, phobias, and related concerns.

She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, adapting conversations and treatment plans to reflect each individual’s circumstances and goals. Maria emphasizes collaboration in therapy, working with clients to tailor interventions that fit their needs rather than relying on one-size-fits-all methods. Her work is grounded in helping clients build confidence, cope with loss, and develop strategies to manage anxiety and stress.

Maria understands that reaching out for support takes courage and she positions herself as a steady presence during that process, offering guidance and encouragement as clients pursue a more fulfilling, balanced life. She provides services in both English and Spanish, enabling care for a broader range of individuals across Florida.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Maria Gonzalez

Maria Gonzalez uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive space where the client’s priorities guide the work; this approach focuses on active listening, empathy, and helping people explore their own solutions, which can be especially helpful for issues like low self-esteem and motivation. She also employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns - a practical, skills-based method that supports progress on anxiety, depression, obsessions, and phobias. Additionally, Maria integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques when clients need tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Maria works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. This collaborative process helps tailor a plan that fits the individual rather than fitting the client into a single model.

Online therapy with Maria is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexible options to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier for people to access licensed professionals and therapists from home or other convenient locations, supporting continuity of care and consistent progress.