Maria Russo, LCSW, CSW
Colorado LCSW guiding growth and healing
- Trauma informed care
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
About Maria Russo
Maria Russo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who also holds a CSW credential in Colorado and brings 25 years of clinical experience to her practice. She earned an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Master of Social Work, and blends formal training with years of personal and professional exploration to support clients through recovery and growth. Maria draws on her own journey of overcoming childhood trauma as well as many decades of working with people navigating depression, anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, addiction, and major life transitions.
Her approach is rooted in helping individuals move from surviving to thriving by identifying strengths, increasing coping and problem solving skills, and cultivating greater self-awareness and authenticity. She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, parenting and family conflicts, intimacy and relationship challenges, career and life changes, anger, and addictions. Maria aims to help clients unpack patterns that keep them stuck and to develop practical tools for healthier choices when anger, anxiety, unresolved grief, or compulsive behaviors arise.
Clients can expect a compassionate, nonjudgmental clinician who emphasizes personal meaning, growth, and practical change. Maria invites those seeking more peace, connection, and authenticity to explore how therapy can support their next steps toward wellbeing.
Her approach is rooted in helping individuals move from surviving to thriving by identifying strengths, increasing coping and problem solving skills, and cultivating greater self-awareness and authenticity. She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, parenting and family conflicts, intimacy and relationship challenges, career and life changes, anger, and addictions. Maria aims to help clients unpack patterns that keep them stuck and to develop practical tools for healthier choices when anger, anxiety, unresolved grief, or compulsive behaviors arise.
Clients can expect a compassionate, nonjudgmental clinician who emphasizes personal meaning, growth, and practical change. Maria invites those seeking more peace, connection, and authenticity to explore how therapy can support their next steps toward wellbeing.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoaching
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCancerCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Maria Russo have?
Maria Russo has 25 years of experience in clinical social work and psychotherapy.
Is Maria Russo a licensed therapist?
Yes, Maria Russo holds the credentials LCSW and CSW. License details: CO LCSW CSW.00000833.
In which languages does Maria Russo provide therapy?
Maria Russo provides therapy in English.
Where is Maria Russo located?
Maria Russo is located in Colorado.
How can I work with Maria Russo as my therapist?
You can work with Maria Russo through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Maria Russo work with international clients?
Maria Russo does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Maria Russo 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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 adapted for online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, empathetic environment where the client leads the pace and direction of change. This approach helps people who want to deepen self-understanding, rebuild self-esteem, and strengthen personal agency in relationships and life choices.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is useful for addressing anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns that contribute to unhealthy coping, and it emphasizes skill-building and measurable progress.
Existential Therapy explores questions of meaning, responsibility, and personal values to help clients navigate life transitions, loss, and issues of identity. It can be particularly helpful for those wrestling with purpose, grief, or major changes in their life circumstances.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Maria will work with each person to blend methods that match their goals, preferences, and challenges so treatment is responsive and tailored to what matters most to the client.
Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for busy schedules, access for those who live far from office-based services, and multiple ways to engage in therapy. These options make it easier to continue care consistently and to choose the modality that best fits individual needs and comfort levels.