Mabel Castro, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW supporting healing and growth
- Trauma and anxiety support
- Evidence-based CBT practice
- Telehealth in English
About Mabel Castro
Mabel Castro is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida with 10 years of clinical experience. As an LCSW she is trained to provide psychotherapy, case formulation, and practical support to people navigating emotional and relational challenges. She practices in English and brings a compassionate, strengths-focused stance to her work.
Mabel names her practice Meraki Therapy, a word that reflects placing creativity, soul, and passion into one’s efforts. That spirit guides her work as she supports clients through healing from trauma, processing painful thoughts, and rebuilding a sense of well-being. She helps people address depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship conflict, intimacy-related concerns, compassion fatigue, addiction issues, and the practical stresses of life transitions.
Early sessions with Mabel focus on identifying the root issues that interfere with a person’s happiness and functioning. She strives to be approachable and non-judgmental so clients can feel comfortable sharing their stories. Her primary framework is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - a practical, problem-focused approach that often includes between-session exercises and skills practice to change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. She also integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered principles, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing as appropriate to each person’s goals.
Mabel offers a range of telehealth options, including phone and live chat, and typically responds to messages within 24 hours. She emphasizes transparent communication and collaborative work to build a strong therapeutic alliance and support meaningful change.
Mabel names her practice Meraki Therapy, a word that reflects placing creativity, soul, and passion into one’s efforts. That spirit guides her work as she supports clients through healing from trauma, processing painful thoughts, and rebuilding a sense of well-being. She helps people address depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship conflict, intimacy-related concerns, compassion fatigue, addiction issues, and the practical stresses of life transitions.
Early sessions with Mabel focus on identifying the root issues that interfere with a person’s happiness and functioning. She strives to be approachable and non-judgmental so clients can feel comfortable sharing their stories. Her primary framework is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - a practical, problem-focused approach that often includes between-session exercises and skills practice to change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. She also integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered principles, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing as appropriate to each person’s goals.
Mabel offers a range of telehealth options, including phone and live chat, and typically responds to messages within 24 hours. She emphasizes transparent communication and collaborative work to build a strong therapeutic alliance and support meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Mabel Castro have?
Mabel Castro has 10 years of experience.
Is Mabel Castro a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds these credentials: LCSW. License details: FL LCSW SW16444, PA LCSW CW023354.
In which languages does Mabel Castro provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Mabel Castro located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Mabel Castro as my therapist?
You can work with Mabel Castro through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Mabel Castro work with international clients?
Mabel Castro does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mabel Castro cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Mabel draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; this approach often includes practical skill building and between-session exercises that support day-to-day coping. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which encourages people to clarify values, accept difficult emotions, and take committed steps toward a meaningful life. In addition, her client-centered orientation emphasizes a respectful, empathetic relationship where the person’s experience guides the pace and focus of therapy.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mabel works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds so therapy feels tailored and relevant.
Online therapy provides flexible ways to engage - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit support into busy schedules or manage ongoing commitments. These options help maintain continuity of care and allow licensed professionals and therapists to offer consistent, responsive support without requiring travel.