Maria Del Carmen Reyna, LCSW

Trauma-focused relational therapy for adults

Trauma-informed care
Nervous system tools
Practical emotional skills

About Maria Del Carmen Reyna

Maria Del Carmen Reyna works with adults who feel constantly on edge, overwhelmed, or stuck in repeating patterns that erode their energy and sense of safety. She helps clients who overthink, feel emotionally drained, or struggle to trust others and set boundaries to uncover how old experiences continue to shape present reactions. Her work is trauma-focused and relational, emphasizing an understanding of how past wounds and survival strategies that once protected a person can now keep them limited.

Therapy with her balances compassionate presence and practical skill building. Sessions explore early attachment wounds, survival patterns, and protective behaviors while introducing tools to calm the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and increase clarity. The aim is to help clients feel more grounded in their bodies, more connected to others, and more confident in their decisions.

She brings a steady, empathetic approach that blends exploration of relational patterns with concrete strategies for everyday coping. Maria is an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - which reflects her training to provide clinical social work and therapeutic care for adults seeking healing from trauma and chronic stress.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Self esteem

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDissociationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Maria Del Carmen Reyna have?

Maria Del Carmen Reyna has 6 years of experience.

Is Maria Del Carmen Reyna a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW. CA LCSW 127954 indicates she is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in California.

In which languages does Maria Del Carmen Reyna provide therapy?

Maria Del Carmen Reyna provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Maria Del Carmen Reyna located?

Maria Del Carmen Reyna is located in California.

How can I work with Maria Del Carmen Reyna as my therapist?

You can work with Maria Del Carmen Reyna through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Maria Del Carmen Reyna work with international clients?

Maria Del Carmen Reyna does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Maria Del Carmen Reyna 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.

Attachment-focused and skills-based online therapy

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current ways of relating and responding to stress - it helps people heal patterns of avoidance, fear of abandonment, and difficulties trusting others. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathic therapeutic relationship where the therapist supports the client to discover their own goals and strengths, often useful for building self-esteem and emotional clarity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - teaches practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce anxiety and provide concrete tools for managing daily stressors.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the work. Maria collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan over time so therapy remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging makes this collaborative care more flexible and accessible. These options allow clients to engage from home or other convenient settings, fit sessions into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of care when life is transitional, while connecting consistently with licensed professionals and therapists who support their healing journey.

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