Mauricio Perez, LICSW

Mauricio Perez is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Washington with 11 years of experience supporting people through tough life moments. He helps those feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about next steps find clarity and practical ways forward.

He spent over a decade as a monk living and working abroad before entering social work. That experience shaped his view of suffering and recovery and taught him to notice deeper life patterns. He combines that perspective with hands-on strategies clients can use each day.

His style is warm, direct, and collaborative. Sessions focus on clear goals and step-by-step changes rather than long, vague conversations. He treats people with respect and avoids judgmental labels.

Mauricio blends cognitive-behavioral work, mindfulness practices, and insight-oriented conversations. He helps people connect what they think and do with the results they get, and then try small, realistic changes to break stuck cycles.

He commonly supports concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and the upheaval that comes with life transitions. Midlife crisis is one of the areas he addresses, helping people reassess priorities and purpose without dramatic promises.

Sessions can be offered in English and Spanish. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking by using the Start Therapy button and completing the matching questionnaire.

Approaches that blend behavior and awareness

Mauricio uses cognitive-behavioral ideas to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. This work is practical and focuses on testing small changes to see what works better in daily life.

He also incorporates mindfulness-based practices that teach present-moment noticing and simple attention skills. These practices can reduce reactivity to stress and help people steady themselves during big emotions.

He pairs those methods with insight-oriented conversation to uncover recurring life patterns. That helps connect current problems to deeper themes so change feels meaningful rather than random.

Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. Sessions can shift over time as progress and priorities change.

The original biography does not list specific online or phone formats, so confirm available session types before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Licensed professionals can help arrange a session rhythm that fits work, family, and life demands without promising a particular format.