

PTSD and trauma can affect every part of life, and Missouri City residents deserve accessible mental health support. Headway provides therapy for trauma reminders, emotional regulation, and processing difficult experiences through modalities like DBT skills and EMDR, with many sessions covered by insurance.
I have been a therapist for over 25 years providing individual, couple, family, and group therapy. I am very passionate about helping others see their individual strengths and unique gifts to help guide them and navigate challenges in life. The most valuable experience I enjoy seeing is the transformation of a person healing and growing to their desired outcome. I believe every person has the ability to achieve their highest potential.
I believe that healing begins with being heard, understood, and supported in a safe, nonjudgmental space. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I specialize in working with clients navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship stress, life transitions, and self-esteem struggles. My approach integrates evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with mindfulness, self-compassion, and strengths-based techniques.
I believe growth is possible for everyone, and I am passionate about supporting clients as they rediscover hope, confidence, and balance.
Looking for someone who will truly listen? I believe everyone needs support, and I strive to be that steady presence in therapy. Clients often describe me as warm, open-minded, and easy to talk to. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable being yourself.
Hi, I’m Marilia. I offer therapy in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and I strive to create a calm, welcoming space where you feel heard and respected. I help clients work through anxiety, depression, relationship stress, life changes, and emotional pain. My goal is to help you feel less alone, better understood, and more supported as you take steps toward healing.
I have experience working with clients of all ages. I have been a counselor in both inpatient mental health and non-profit agencies.


Headway helps you find expert trauma-informed care — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
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