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Maria McQuade

Therapist
32 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I'm a therapist with 35 years of experience, including two decades supporting people through juvenile justice and community programs. I work with clients exclusively online and love helping adults navigate anxiety, ADHD, depression, and trauma. My style is warm, direct, and a little funny. Real growth doesn't have to feel heavy.

My approach to therapy

I take an eclectic approach, drawing from cognitive, behavioral, and trauma-informed frameworks depending on what each person needs. Every new client starts with a thorough intake that includes a few validated assessments, so we build a clear picture before diving in. I have deep expertise in ADHD and the way it overlaps with anxiety, depression, and anger in adults who may not even recognize the pattern yet. I use humor thoughtfully, because a well-placed laugh sometimes opens more than an hour of serious processing can.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is a conversation, not an evaluation. I'll ask what brought you here and what you're hoping to change, and I'll listen. There's no pressure to have it all figured out.

By the end, most people feel a quiet relief, like they've finally said out loud what's been sitting with them for a long time.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Empowering, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    32 years of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at Webster University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Behavior Modification, Trauma Focused CBT, Multi-Systemic (MST), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Children, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English