

Middletown residents with UnitedHealthcare can start therapy with free intake consultations and flexible scheduling. Our network of 4,747 providers offers sessions within two weeks, with copays ranging from $0-$35.
Hello! I look forward to working with you! I am a licensed social worker with over 25 years experience working with children and families. I am currently the Director of Early Childhood Mental Health Programs at a multi social service agency. I am trained in Child Parent Psychotherapy, Trauma Systems Therapy and Play Therapy. I specialize in working with child and family issues as well as issues relating to Trauma.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, I am dedicated to motivating and empowering you toward living a fulfilling life. Whether it is learning new coping skills, improving communication in relationships, or struggling with your identity, my goal is to guide you toward true internal refuge by offering the necessary tools to create and harmonize the life you want.
Mario's experience in concert dance, movement healing, Neurosomatic Intelligence, catholic upbringing and curanderismo, makes Mario an ideal therapist for people looking to strengthen their relationship between Mind, Body, and Spirit.
Mario has worked with performing artists, adolescents, couples, immigrant families, older adults and QTBIPOC, in English, Spanish & Spanglish, addressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and trauma. Mario's approach is pluralistic, body-centered and spiritually-sensitive.
As an African American Psychologist, I work with people of all faiths, races and walks of life. As a Believer, I believe in the power of faith and therapy to help towards healing. It will be a blessing for me to help you on your journey.



Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with United Healthcare — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.