LMHC

Maria Castro , LMHC

Therapist in Washington

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About Maria

Maria Castro is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Washington with 12 years of clinical experience. She provides therapy in both English and Spanish and has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, grief and loss, ADHD, and mood disorders. Her background also includes work with survivors of physical injury and those who have experienced physical, sexual, or emotional abuse.

Her counseling style is strengths-based and client centered, which means she treats each person as the expert of their own life and collaborates with them to identify goals and build practical strategies. Maria integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and solution-focused techniques to help clients address unhelpful thinking patterns, develop coping skills, and move toward measurable change. She tailors her approach to fit each person’s unique needs, drawing on motivational interviewing when exploring readiness for change and supporting clients through transitions.

Maria aims to offer respectful, inclusive, and compassionate care while empowering people to pursue healing, resilience, and greater well-being. She emphasizes practical steps and partnership, and welcomes those who are ready to take action toward recovery and growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the person is treated as the expert of their own life. This approach supports self-exploration and is helpful for those coping with identity, relationship, and life transition concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood disorders; it emphasizes practical skills and problem solving that can produce measurable improvements. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying strengths and small, achievable steps toward the future a person wants, making it useful for clients seeking concrete change and relief from immediate problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Maria Castro works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions so that techniques are applied in a way that feels manageable and aligned with the client’s values.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how people connect with licensed professionals and therapists. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow sessions to fit into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make consistent support more accessible. These options can help maintain continuity of care and make it easier to practice new skills between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Maria Castro have?

Maria Castro has 12 years of experience providing mental health counseling.

Is Maria Castro a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is an LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her license details are WA LMHC LH60861263.

In which languages does Maria Castro provide therapy?

Maria Castro provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Maria Castro located?

Maria Castro is located in Washington.

How can I work with Maria Castro as my therapist?

You can work with Maria Castro through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Maria Castro work with international clients?

No. Maria Castro does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Maria Castro cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderADHD

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDomestic violenceForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Washington

Languages

English, Spanish

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