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Maureen McEachen

Maureen McEachen, LCSW, LICSW

Therapist in California

Therapist who guides change and coping

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10 years of experience listed

LCSW, LICSW professional credentials

English languages

  • Focus on life transitions
  • Grief and loss support
  • Practical coping skills

About Maureen

Maureen McEachen is an LCSW and LICSW who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and self esteem struggles. She focuses on life transitions and the challenges that come with illness, caregiving, and loss. Maureen aims to create a steady, supportive space where people can talk through what matters most to them.

She began her career in the Washington, DC area working with people who had depression and other mental health concerns. After moving to California two decades ago she shifted toward coping skills and supporting healthy navigation of change. Her background includes a specialty credential in hospice and palliative care with emphasis on serious illness and end-of-life situations.

In sessions she uses straightforward approaches like cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness to address thoughts, habits, and behaviors that get in the way. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and take action that fits those values. Attachment-based ideas and a client-centered stance guide how she listens and responds.

Maureen brings about 10 years of direct clinical experience to her work and combines clinical know-how with a down-to-earth manner. She supports people dealing with caregiver stress, chronic illness, compassion fatigue, and relationship strain. She also works with concerns such as addiction, insomnia, and life purpose.

Sessions are offered in English and based in California. People who want to begin can use the site continue button on this profile to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to Maureen's availability.

How Maureen’s approaches translate to online work

Maureen uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and change small daily habits. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and behavior change. She also works with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which focuses on clarifying personal values and taking meaningful action even when difficult feelings appear. ACT can help with stress, grief, and chronic health challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Maureen will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and will try methods that fit the situation. Clients and therapist make decisions together about which tools and exercises to use and how to apply them between sessions.

The practical benefits of online therapy often include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy week. Online visits can reduce travel time and let someone check in during a lunch break or between appointments. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered and what will work best for your routine.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessHearing impairedHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

California, District of Columbia

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What issues does Maureen commonly help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self esteem concerns, and coping with life changes. Other areas include caregiver stress, chronic illness, addiction, and intimacy-related issues.

What is her general therapeutic style?

Her style is straightforward and client-centered. She listens, helps people clarify values, and uses practical strategies to change thoughts and behaviors.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has about 10 years of clinical experience, with earlier work in the Washington, DC area and two decades living in California.

What credentials and location are listed?

Maureen holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and is based in California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are session costs handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin working together?

Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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