Maria Cacace

Welcome! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who works with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, personality disorders and life transitions. I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood. My goal is to help you gain insight, build practical coping skills, and make meaningful, lasting changes that improve your overall well-being.

I believe lasting change comes from understanding the experiences that shaped us while learning practical skills to move forward with confidence. Therapy should be more than just a place to talk—it should be a place where you gain insight, develop effective coping skills, and create lasting change. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your individual needs. I integrate evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and trauma-informed care to help you better understand yourself, navigate life's challenges, and build healthier relationships with yourself and others.

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, and it's completely normal to be unsure of what to expect. During our first session, we'll discuss what brought you to therapy, your current concerns, and what you hope to achieve. My goal is to create a comfortable, judgment-free environment where you can share at your own pace. Together, we'll begin developing a personalized treatment plan that reflects your goals and sets the foundation for meaningful progress.