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Marlena Cesar-Mendez

Therapist(She Her)
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Family issues, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, I’m Marlena. I’m a multicultural, bilingual (Spanish-speaking) therapist who helps women navigating life transitions, relationships, and the pressure to hold it all together. You’re the one everyone relies on, but deep down, you’re craving space to slow down, breathe, and feel like yourself again. I bring warmth, humor, and authenticity to every session. This is your space to exhale, be seen, and start feeling more at ease.

My approach to therapy

My approach is collaborative, grounded, and guided by what feels most supportive for you. I combine evidence-based tools with mindfulness, emotional awareness, and practical strategies to help you navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and self-trust.

I draw from:

  • Liberation-focused and culturally conscious practices that honor your story and lived experience.
  • Mindfulness and emotional awareness to deepen connection with yourself and your needs.
  • Evidence-based tools and practical strategies to support meaningful growth and balance.

What you can expect from me

Our first session is a gentle starting point. We’ll talk about what’s been going on, what feels most important to you right now, and what kind of support you’re looking for. My focus is on getting to know you, your story, your strengths, and the pace that feels right for you.

This is a space for honesty, reflection, and starting where you are.

You can expect a conversation that feels supportive, judgment-free, and focused on understanding what you need most right now. From there, we’ll set small, meaningful goals to help you start feeling more grounded and confident as you move forward.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Latinx, Hispanic, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Humorous

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Simmons College
  • License type
    LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (Massachusetts)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Point32 Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Family issues, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Depression, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues
  • Therapy methods
    Relational, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based, Positive Psychology
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English, Spanish