- 20 years experience
- LCSW in California
- Focus on self esteem
About Maria
Maria Montano is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience in California. She focuses on helping people who feel stuck by offering steady support as they work through stress, anxiety, low self esteem, depression, relationship challenges, and the effects of trauma and abuse. She emphasizes practical steps and a respectful, encouraging approach.
Maria frames clients as the experts in their own lives and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions tend to focus on clear, manageable goals and small changes that add up over time. She talks through what’s happening now and helps people try different ways of responding to old patterns.
Her work also addresses communication problems, forgiveness, and feelings of guilt or shame. She helps people who feel isolated or unsure about their purpose to reconnect with values that matter to them. Social anxiety and related fears are handled with paced, real-world practice and reflection.
Maria aims to make the process collaborative and respectful. She encourages clients to notice progress, adjust when needed, and use setbacks as information rather than failure. This practical stance is meant to reduce overwhelm and make therapy feel doable.
People choosing therapy with her can expect clear talk, steady guidance, and focus on skills that fit everyday life. To begin, follow the site’s Start Therapy steps and complete the matching questionnaire to schedule according to availability.
Maria frames clients as the experts in their own lives and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions tend to focus on clear, manageable goals and small changes that add up over time. She talks through what’s happening now and helps people try different ways of responding to old patterns.
Her work also addresses communication problems, forgiveness, and feelings of guilt or shame. She helps people who feel isolated or unsure about their purpose to reconnect with values that matter to them. Social anxiety and related fears are handled with paced, real-world practice and reflection.
Maria aims to make the process collaborative and respectful. She encourages clients to notice progress, adjust when needed, and use setbacks as information rather than failure. This practical stance is meant to reduce overwhelm and make therapy feel doable.
People choosing therapy with her can expect clear talk, steady guidance, and focus on skills that fit everyday life. To begin, follow the site’s Start Therapy steps and complete the matching questionnaire to schedule according to availability.