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Maria Carmichael

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Accepts

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Magellan, Oxford (Optum), Quest Behavioral Health, and United Healthcare (Optum)

Specializes in

Anxiety, Family Issues, Relationship Issues, and Trauma

Great to meet you!

I believe that everyone has the capacity to heal, grow, and thrive, and I'm here to support you on that journey. My therapeutic approach is centered around creating a safe and compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I take a collaborative and strengths-based approach, valuing your unique perspective and experiences.

A bit about my approach to therapy

In our sessions, you can expect a warm and non-judgmental atmosphere where you are free to express yourself openly. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or navigating life transitions, I am dedicated to tailoring our sessions to meet your specific needs and goals.

What you can expect from our first session

Through our work together, you can expect to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, increased emotional resilience, improved coping skills, and enhanced communication abilities. As we collaborate, you'll develop tools to manage stress, build healthier relationships, and foster personal growth.


Maria's style is

Open-minded
Warm
Solution-oriented

Insurance carriers Maria accepts

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Shield of California
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Magellan
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
United Healthcare

More about Maria

MSW (Master of Social Work) at California State University, Long Beach
License type: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California)
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: Caucasian and Hispanic
Languages: Spanish
Works with: Children, Adolescents, Adults, and Seniors
More specialties: Substance Use / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Eating Disorders, OCD, LGBTQIA+, Stress, Anger Management, Cultural & Ethnic Issues, Grief, Loss, Maternal Mental Health, Men's Issues, Women's Issues, Identity Issues, PTSD, and Infertility
Modalities: Relational, Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Humanistic, Play, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Art Therapy, Behavior Modification, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Location

3711 Long Beach Boulevard Suite 6027
Long Beach, CA 90807