Maria Caballero, LPC
Practical, compassionate counseling for midlife and beyond
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- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and family
- Mindfulness and CBT
About Maria
Her work often addresses trauma, family problems, and parenting concerns. She also supports those dealing with grief, workplace strains, and sleep difficulties. Maria pays attention to how cultural background and immigration issues shape a person's experience and coping options.
Maria blends approaches to fit each person's needs. She uses attachment-based ideas to look at how relationships shape patterns. She also relies on cognitive behavioral tools to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and mindfulness to help people stay present and calm.
Sessions are shaped around the person's goals. Maria tailors conversations and plans so they make sense for daily life. She aims to offer practical skills people can use between visits to manage emotions and urges.
People who choose her can expect a respectful, empathetic space to talk through hard topics. She encourages clear goals and steady steps toward them. The focus is on safety, realistic change, and finding more meaning and balance in day-to-day life.
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Experience
22+ years
Credentials
Virginia
Languages
English, Spanish
How familiar approaches translate to online work
Maria regularly uses attachment-based techniques to look at how relationship patterns influence current feelings and behaviors. This approach helps people identify repeated ways of interacting and try new, healthier options. She also uses client-centered therapy, which prioritizes listening and reflecting so clients feel heard and can find their own solutions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is used to spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going.Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Maria will work with each person to decide which methods fit best based on goals, strengths, and daily demands. She adapts tools and pacing so they match what a person needs and can realistically use between sessions.
Confirm the current session options before booking to know which formats are available. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins during work breaks or between errands. Some formats also let people use phone-only conversations when video is difficult, or brief check-ins that focus on immediate coping skills. Ask about formats and scheduling when you sign up so sessions fit into everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Maria help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, family problems, parenting strain, grief, sleep issues, career questions, and midlife crisis.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She combines client-centered listening with structured methods like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to build practical skills and clearer thinking.
What background and experience does she bring?
Maria has 22 years of professional work experience in counseling and related services, focusing on trauma, family issues, and life transitions.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds the Licensed Professional Counselor credential (LPC) and practices in Virginia.
Which languages are supported during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled and what is the payment model?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps should I take to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.